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Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and
treadwear.
■Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear indi-
cators is shown by the “TWI” or
“” marks, etc., molded on the
sidewall of each tire.
Check spare tire condition and
pressure if not rotated.
■ Tire rotation
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and extend
tire life, Lexus recommends that
tire rotation is carried out at the
same interval as tire inspection.
■The tire pressure warning system
Your Lexus is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses
tire pressure warning valves and tr ansmitters to detect low tire infla-
tion pressure before serious problems arise. ( P. 6 9 1 )
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the following condi-
tions: 
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or
wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used. (Even if you use genuine Lexus wheels,
the tire pressure warning system may no t work properly with some types of
tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
●If the spare tire is in a location subj ect to poor radio wave signal reception.
● If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is put in the
luggage compartment.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently
when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, have it checked by your
Lexus dealer.
■After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( P. 6 1 3 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P.
● Vehicles with rear height cont rol air suspension: Turn off the
height control. ( P. 310)
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. ( P. 6 74 )
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Spare tire
Jack
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden
braking.
NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire. 
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair.
■When stowing the flat tire
●Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.
●To avoid damaging the suspension system, make sure that the spare tire does not
interfere with the suspension components when stowed.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tire s or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressu re warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
SeatsAdjustment .............................64, 68, 79
Adjustment 
precautions ......................... 67, 77, 82
Child seats/child restraint 
system installation ............................ 152
Cleaning ................................................ 592
Driver’s seat position memory .......79
Folding down the second 
seatbacks ........................................70, 71
Folding down the third seats ........... 73
Head restraint ........................................ 83
Properly sitting in the seat.................119
Seat heaters............................................551
Seat position memory .........................79
Ventilated seats ....................................551
Service reminder indicators .............198
Shift lever Automatic transmission....................186
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ................................... 736
Shift lever lighting.................................... 511
Shift lock system ....................................736
Side airbags ................................................121
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ...........665, 667
Switch ...................................................... 220
Wattage ................................................... 761
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ..........................97
Mirror position memory ....................79
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670 Smart access system with
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push-button start Antenna location ................................... 32
Entry functions ........................................ 29
Starting the engine ..............................179
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 760
Storage location .................................720
Spark plug................................................ 755
Specifications .........................................750
Speedometer .......................................... 195
Steering Column lock release......................... 183
Fluid.......................................................... 760
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................... 94
Audio switches....................................452
Heated steering wheel ................... 549
Steering wheel position 
memory .................................................. 79
Stop light Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670
Storage feature....................................... 515
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 747
Sun visors .................................................. 531
Switch “ENGINE START STOP” 
switch......................................................179
Engine switch .........................................179
“2nd STRT” switch..............................188
Center differential lock/unlock  switch..................................................... 318
“DAC” switch....................................... 327
Emergency flasher Switch............. 674