light Lexus GX460 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / LEXUS 2010 GX460 OWNERS MANUAL (OM60E69U)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
P. 179), consider each of the following points:
■The engine will not start even wh en the starter motor operates
normally
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded. 
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( P. 1 7 9 )
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. 
( P. 1 1 4 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 74 1 )
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electri-
cal problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 7 3 8 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 74 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine sp eed of the second vehicle and start the
engine of your vehicle by tu rning the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse ord er in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the ve hicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery:
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any pa rt other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the ju mper cables to come into contact with
each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the bat-
tery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always we ar safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●If the battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately wash the
affected area with water and seek medical attention. 
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entangled in
the cooling fans or belt.

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6-1. Specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Electrical system
Front differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factory fill. 
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
Battery
Open voltage* at 
68 F (20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged 
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11.8  12.0 V Discharged 
(
*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity1.48 qt. (1.40 L, 1.23 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential 
Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL5 or equivalent

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Light bulbs
A: HB3 halogen bulbsB: D4S discharge bulbs
C: H11 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base bulb (amber)
E: Wedge base bulb (clear)
*:If equipped
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights
High beam
Low beam (discharge bulbs
*)
Low beam (halogen bulbs
*)
9005 
6035
55A B
C
Front turn signal lights74 4 021D
Parking/front side marker
lights5E
Front fog lights55C
Rear turn signal lights74 4 021D
Back-up lights92116E
Rear side marker lights5E
Running board lights5E
Interior
Personal/Interior lights Front
Rear

5
5E
E
Vanity lights8E
Door courtesy lights5E

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6-1. Specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that only
accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you
are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this
does not correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
You must only use unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. 
Select premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 (Research
Octane Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance.
If 91 octane cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91). Use of
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 91 may result in engine
knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage and should be
corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. an d CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

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6-1. Specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Tire related termMeaning
InnerlinerThe layer(s) forming the inside surface of a tubeless
tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material in
the carcass
Intended outboard side-
wall
(a)The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white
lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b)The outward facing sidewall of asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a
given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire
may be inflated

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Wireless
remote
control 
(
P. 4 8 )
REMOTE 
2-PRESS
UNLOCK
(Allows all
doors to be
unlocked by
pressing
on the elec-
tronic key once)
Driver’s
door
unlocked in
first step, all
doors
unlocked in
second step
All doors
unlocked in
first step
O–OO
Panic function OnOff–––O
Automatic
light con-
trol system 
(
P. 220)
HEADLIGHT
OFF TIME
ADJUSTMENT
(Adjust the time
elapsed before
the headlights
automatically
turn off)
30 seconds
Off
O–OO60 seconds
90 seconds
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting

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6-2. Customization
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Automatic
light con-
trol system 
(
P. 220)
LIGHT SEN-
SOR SENSI-
TIVITY
(Adjust the sen-
sitivity of the
ambient light
sensor)
Standard-2 to 2O–OO
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LIGHTS
(Daytime run-
ning lights can
be disabled)
*2
OnOffO–OO
Automatic high
beam system
*3OnOff–––O
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before head-
lights automati-
cally turn on or
off (When the
headlight switch
is in “AUTO”
position)
StandardLong–––O
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting