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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
“RSCA OFF” switch P. 68
Outside rear view mirrorheater switch
P. 169
Hood lock release lever P. 286
Fuel filler door lever P. 46
Power outlet switch P. 239
Outside rear view mirror switches P. 37
Instrument panel light control P. 104
Center differential lock switch P. 121
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Hood
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the hood catch and lift the
hood.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when in specting under the hood of your vehicle
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the
engine is running.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cold coolant to a hot engine too quickly
can cause damage to the engine.
Add coolant if required.
Water can be used as an emer-
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. ( P. 3 8 2 )
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 8 6Fuel filler doorP. 4 6
Hood lock release lever P. 2 8 6Fuel filler door leverP. 4 6Tire inflation pressureP. 3 8 5
Fuel tank capacity23 gal. (87 L, 19.1 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only P. 47
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 3 8 5
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filler 6.5 (6.2, 5.5)
Without filler 6.0 (5.7
, 5.0)
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 381
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30