maintenance Lexus GX460 2010 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt in-
structions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features................ 515
• Glove box ..................................... 516
• Console box ................................. 517
• Coin holder................................... 519
•Bottle holders/door pockets .............................. 520
• Cup holders................................. 522
• Auxiliary boxes........................... 525
3-7. Other interior features Cool box ......................................... 528
Sun visors.......................................... 531
Vanity mirror .................................. 532
Clock ................................................ 533
Conversation mirror................... 534
Power outlet (12 V DC) .................................... 535
Power outlet (120 V AC [type A])................ 537
Power outlet (120 V AC [type B]) ................ 542
Heated steering wheel............... 549
Seat heaters and ventilators ...................................... 551
Armrest ............................................ 554
Coat hooks .................................... 555
Floor mats........................................ 556
Luggage compartment features......................................... 558
Garage door opener.................. 567
Compass.......................................... 575
Safety Connect ............................ 580 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................. 588
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 592
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.............................. 595
General maintenance ................ 597
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 601
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 602
Hood ................................................. 607
Engine compartment................. 608
Tires ................................................... 627
Tire inflation pressure................. 634
Wheels ............................................ 638
Air conditioning filter.................. 640
Electronic key battery ................ 642
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 645
Headlight aim (vehicles with low beam halogen bulbs) ............. 658
Light bulbs ....................................... 660
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers..................... 674
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 675
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 681
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 682
Event data recorder ................... 683
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... ...... 686
If a warning message is displayed ...................................... 698
If you have a flat tire..................... 720
If the engine will not start .......... 734
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 736
If you lose your keys .................... 737
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............... 738
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................... 741
If your vehicle overheats ........... 744
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................................ 747
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ........................ 749 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 752
Fuel information ............................ 764
Tire information............................. 767
6-2. Customization Customizable features............... 783
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .......................... 803
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.......................... 806
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 807
Abbreviation list......................... 810
Alphabetical index .................... 812
What to do if... ........................... 822
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object.
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle.
CAUTION
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door or hood.
●The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
■Alarm-operated door lock
●When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
●Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and make
sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the battery.
■Alarm memory function
After the alarm is activated, when you unlock any door using a entry function, wire-
less remote control or mechanical key, the tail lights turn on for about 2 seconds to
inform you that the system was activated.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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CAUTION
■Turn the LDA off while driving in any of the following situations
Do not use LDA in any of the following situations.
Otherwise, the system may not function correctly and could result in an accident.
●When driving with snow tires, tire chains, a spare tire, or similar equipment.
●When driving with non-standard parts or aftermarket equipment installed
(including modified tires and suspensions, etc.).
●When towing a trailer.
●When there are objects or structures along the roadside that might be misinter-
preted as lane markers (such as guardrails, curbs, reflector posts, etc.).
●When there is snow in the wheel tracks of the road.
●When there are shadows on the road running parallel with lane markers, or if a
shadow is covering the lane markers.
●When there are visible lines on the pavement from road repairs, or if the remains
of old lane markers are still visible on the road.
●When driving in a lane other than the driving or passing lanes on a freeway or
highway.
●When driving on a road with lane closures due to maintenance, or when driving
in a temporary lane.
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2-5. Driving information
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NOTICE
■To prevent the water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the engine or
other components does not occur.
●Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
●Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift quality,
locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately dam-
age.
●Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature
failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and transfer case, reduc-
ing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the
depth of the water and the bottom of the riverbed for firmness. Drive slowly and
avoid deep water.
■Inspection after off-road driving
●Sand and mud that has accumulated in brake drums and around brake discs may
affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system components.
●Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driving that
has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For scheduled mainte-
nance information, refer to the “Warranty and Services Guide”, “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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■Break-in schedule
Lexus recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new
power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) to
tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to
the additional load. (See “Warranty and Services Guide”, “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.
CAUTION
■Trailer towing precautions
●Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could cause
an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
●Exceeding the towing capacity, GVWR, GCWR and GAWR can cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious personal injuries.
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 588
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .............. 592 4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements........................ 595
General maintenance ........... 597
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ................................ 601
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ........................... 602
Hood .......................................... 607
Engine compartment ........... 608
Tires............................................. 627
Tire inflation pressure........... 634
Wheels ...................................... 638
Air conditioning filter ........... 640
Electronic key battery.......... 642
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................ 645
Headlight aim (vehicles with low beam halogen bulbs) ......... 658
Light bulbs................................ 660
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion:
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
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