SAE LEXUS LX470 2006 Owners Manual

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel selection:
Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of
premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended.
 Fuel tank capacity:
96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 lmp.gal.)
 Engine oil:
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended oil viscosity − SAE 5W−30 if normal
temperatures are below 38 C (100F)
Oil capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.)
Drain and refill with filter 6.8 (7.2, 6.0)
without filter 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)
See page 410 for detailed information. 
Engine coolant:
Capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) 15.4 (16.3, 13.6)
Coolant type − “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar
high quality ethylene glycol based non −silicate, non −amine,
non−nitrite, and non −borate coolant with long −life hybrid
organic acid technology (Coolant with long −life hybrid
organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates
and organic acids.)
Do not use plain water alone.
For checking the engine coolant, see page 413.
 Automatic transmission:
Fluid type − “Toyota Genuine ATF Type WS”
 Tire information:
See page 424 through 443 for detailed information.
 Tire inflation pressure:
Tire size: P275/60R18 111H
cold tires
kPa (kgf/cm
2 or bar, psi)
Normal driving Trailer towing
Front tires 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32) . . . . . .
Rear tires 220 (2.2, 32) 240 (2.4, 35) . . . . . .

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
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When it is unavoidable to install the forwardfacing
child restraint system on the front passenger seat,
install the child restraint system on the front
passenger seat in the proper order. (As for the
installation order, see “Ins tallation with 3point type
seat belt” on page 171.)
Do not remove the front seats.
Do not kick the front passe nger seat or subject it to
severe impact. Otherwise, the SRS warning light may
come on to indicate a malfunction of the detection
system. In this case, cont act your Toyota dealer
immediately.
The front passenger occupant classification indicator light may
indicate “ON” when a child sits in, or a forward −facing child
restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat. If the
“OFF” indicator is not illuminated in these circumstances, the
front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger
side are in an active condition—the airbags will deploy if an
impact meets the deployment criteria. Refer to all the cautions
in this section, and “Child restraint” that follows.
CHILD RESTRAINT
Child restraint precautions
Lexus strongly urges the use of appropriate child
restraint systems for children.
The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A. and Canada now require
the use of a child restraint system.
Your vehicle conforms to SAE J1819.
If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child should
sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s
seat belt. See “Seat belts” on page 121 for details.
CAUTION
 For effective protection in automobile accidents and
sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained,
using a seat belt or child restraint depending on age
and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is
not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an
accident, the child can be crushed against the
windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.
 Lexus strongly urges use of a proper child restraint
system which conforms to the size of the child
installed on the rear seat. According to accident
statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained
in the rear seat than in the front seat.

INTRODUCTION
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Checking brake fluid
Parts (if level is low):
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Tools:
 Rag or paper towel
 Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking power steering fluid
Parts (if level is low):
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
II or III
Tools:
 Rag or paper towel
 Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking suspension fluid AHC
Parts (if level is low):
Suspension fluid AHC
Tools:
 Rag or paper towel
 Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking battery condition
Tools:
Warm water
 Baking soda
 Grease
 Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Checking and replacing the blade type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Checking the cartridge type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent with same amperage
rating as original
Adding washer fluid
Parts:
Water
 Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
Tools:
 Funnel

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Outside temperature
ENGINE
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– LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Oil capacity Drain and refillwith filter
without filter
6.8 L (7.2 qt., 6.0 lmp.qt.)
6.4 L (6.8 qt., 5.6 lmp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil viscositySAE 5W− 30
NOTE:
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved “T oyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the above grade and viscosity. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.

ENGINE
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Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use
Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to
satisfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W− 30
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Outside temperature
SAE 5W30 is the best choice, for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W30 oil is not available, SAE 10W30 oil may be
used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W30 at
the next oil change.
Oil identification mark
g62035
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil
containers to help you select the oil you should use.
To ensure excellent lubrication performance for your engine,
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is available, which has been
specifically tested and approved for all Lexus engines.
Please contact your Lexus deal er for further details about
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.

CHASSIS
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SPECIFICATIONS
– DIFFERENTIALOil capacity Front
Rear
1.6 L (1.7 qt., 1.4 lmp.qt.)
3.3 L (3.5 qt., 2.9 lmp.qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL −5
Oil viscosityAbove − 18C (0F): SAE 90
Below − 18C (0F): SAE 80W or SAE 80W− 90
– TRANSFER
Oil capacity
1.3 L (1.4 qt., 1.1 lmp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL −4 or GL− 5
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W− 90
– BRAKES
Pedal clearance
116 mm (4.57 in.) Min. *1
Pedal free play1 − 6 mm (0.04 − 0.24 in.)
Brake pad wear limit1.0 mm (0.04 in.)
Parking brake lining wear limit1.0 mm (0.04 in.)
Parking brake adjustment4 − 6 clicks *2
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the force of 490 N (50 kgf,\
110 lbf.) with the engine running
*
2: Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 4\
4 lbf.)

CHASSIS
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CHECKING BRAKE FLUID
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To check the fluid level, simply look at the seethrough
reservoir. The level should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the tank.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the
brake pads wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is
high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a
serious mechanical problem.
If the level is low, add FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
brake fluid to the brake reservoir.
Refilling brake fluid:
1. Turn the ignition switch off.
2. Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times.
3. Remove the reservoir cap by hand. Add brake fluid up to the
“MAX” line. If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may
overflow.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once opened, brake fluid
absorbs
moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause
a dangerous loss of braking efficiency.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the brake fluid reservoir because
brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes. If fluid gets on
your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately. If you still feel uncomfortable
with your hands or eyes, go to the doctor.
NOTICE
If you spill some of the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to
prevent it from damaging the parts or paintwork.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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ADDING WASHER FLUID
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If the washer tank becomes nearly empty, add washer
fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold
areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at
your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.
NOTICE
 Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute
because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.
 Do not fill washer fluid over the “NORMAL” level.
REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
The illustrations on the following pages show the locations of
light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your vehicle
to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs with the
bulb numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.
The tail lights and stop lights consist of a number of LEDs. If
any LED burns out, we recommend you take your vehicle to
your Lexus dealer to have the light inspected as soon as
possible.
If two or more LEDs in a stop light burn out, your vehicle may
not conform to local laws(SAE).
CAUTION
 To prevent burning yourself, do not replace the light
bulbs while they are hot.
 Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
require special handling. They can burst or shatter if
scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic
or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of a bulb
with bare hands.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.