tow Lexus GX460 2012 Manual PDF

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.4 kgf•m)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
Lay down the tire with the outer
side facing up, and install the hold-
ing bracket.
Insert the holding bracket tab into
one of the holes in the wheel.
Raise the tire.
Pull the tire towards the rear of the vehicle when raising. After
raising, visually check that the tire is not interfering with suspen-
sion components.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers.
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STEP5
STEP1
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
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, tires 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 damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus
dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the
tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. ( →P. 6 2 9 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
*1:Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles without rear height control air suspension
*3: Vehicles with rear height control air suspension
*4: Vehicles without an antenna and roof rails
*5: Vehicles without an antenna and with roof rails
*6: Vehicles with an antenna
Overall length189.2 in. (4805 mm)
Overall width74.2 in. (1885 mm)
Overall height*1
72.0 in. (1830 mm)*2,4
71.7 in. (1820 mm)*3,4
72.6 in. (1845 mm)*2,5
72.2 in. (1835 mm)*3,5
74.2 in. (1885 mm)*2,6
73.8 in. (1875 mm)*3,6
Wheelbase109.8 in. (2790 mm)
Tr e a dFront62.4 in. (1585 mm)
Rear62.4 in. (1585 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)
With third seat
Without third seat1315 lb. (595 kg)*2
1280 lb. (580 kg)*3
1525 lb. (690 kg)
Towing capacity6500 lb. (2948 kg)

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Child-protectors ....................................... 51
CleaningExterior .................................................. 588
Interior .....................................................593
Seat belts................................................594
Clock
*..................................................... 540
Coat hooks ............................................. 555
Coin holder .............................................528
Compass .................................................. 575
Condenser ............................................... 618
Console box ...........................................526
Conversation mirror ............................ 541
Cool box...................................................535
Cooling system Engine overheating .......................... 744
Cornering assist sensors ................... 266
Crawl Control........................................328
Cruise control
Cruise control ..................................... 246
Dynamic radar cruise control .....250
Cup holders ........................................... 530
Curtain shield airbags.......................... 122
Customizable features .......................782
Daytime running light system .......... 224
DAC...........................................................332
Defogger Rear window............................................411
Side mirror ................................................411
Dimension ................................................ 752
Dinghy towing ....................................... 389 Display
Dynamic radar cruise control..... 250
Multi-information display........................................ 204, 212
Trip information........................ 204, 212
Warning message ............................ 700
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 603
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 519
Wattage ..................................................763
Door pocket ........................................... 529
Doors Back door .................................................53
Power windows .....................................101
Door lock .........................................47, 50
Rear door child protector.................. 51
Side doors................................................ 50
Side mirrors.............................................. 97
Downhill assist control system ........ 332
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ..... 692
Driving Correct posture................................... 120
Off-road precautions...................... 353
Procedures............................................. 168
Winter driving tips ............................ 366
Driving position memory...................... 78
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 739
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 739
If the engine will not start ............... 735
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................................... 737
If the vehicle has discharged
battery.................................................... 741
If the warning buzzer sounds..... 688
If the warning light turns on ......... 688
If the warning message is
displayed ............................................ 700
If you have a flat tire .......................... 721
If you lose your keys ........................ 738
If you think something is
wrong...................................................683
If your vehicle becomes stuck .....747
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 749
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................................677
If your vehicle overheats.................744
Emergency flashers
Switch ...................................................... 676 Engine
Accessory mode..................................179
Compartment..................................... 609
Engine switch .........................................179
Hood ....................................................... 608
How to start the engine ....................179
Identification number .......................753
If the engine will not start................735
Ignition switch ........................................179
Overheating ......................................... 744
Engine compartment cover .............. 610
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 757
Checking ................................................ 616
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 195
Engine immobilizer system..................115
Engine oil Capacity .................................................755
Checking .................................................. 611
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine oil maintenance data............. 613
Engine switch ...........................................179
Engine switch light................................. 519
Event data recorder ........................... 685E
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Switch“ENGINE START STOP”
switch ..................................................... 179
Engine switch ........................................ 179
“2nd STRT” switch ............................. 188
Center differential lock/unlock
switch ................................................... 323
“DAC” switch ...................................... 332
Emergency flasher Switch ............ 676
Fog light switch................................... 233
Hazard light Switch .......................... 676
Heated steering wheel switch .... 549
Height control off switch .................316
Ignition switch........................................ 179
Light switches........................................ 219
Power door lock switch.................... 50
Power window switch........................ 101
“RSCA OFF” switch .......................... 137
Rear window defogger switch
*.................................................... 411
Transmission shift switch .................189
Window lock switch ........................... 101
Wipers and washer switch........... 236
Tachometer .............................................. 195
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ........................672
Switch ........................................................ 219
Talk switch
*............................................ 490
Telephones switch
*............................ 490
Theft deterrent system Alarm ........................................................... 117
Engine immobilizer system ..............115 Tire inflation pressure .........................635
Tire information
Glossary ................................................. 774
Size............................................................770
Tire identification number..............769
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .... 772
Tires Chains .................................................... 366
Checking .............................................. 628
If you have a flat tire ............................ 721
Inflation pressure................................ 762
Information ........................................... 768
Pressure warning system.............. 628
Replacing ................................................. 721
Rotating tires ....................................... 628
Size............................................................ 762
Snow tires ............................................. 366
Spare tire .................................................. 721
Tire pressure warning system ................................................. 628
Tools .............................................................721
Total load capacity ............................... 364
Towing Dinghy towing .................................... 389
Emergency towing............................ 677
Trailer towing .......................................370
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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TRAC.........................................................336
Traction control .....................................336
Trailer towing..........................................370
Transmission shift switches ................ 189
Trip information display....................... 212
Trip meter ................................................. 195
Turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs........... 668, 669
Switch ........................................................ 192
Wattage.................................................. 763
Vanity lights Vanity lights ..........................................539
Wattage.................................................. 763
Vanity mirrors ............................................539
Vehicle identification number ......... 753
Vehicle load limits ................................364
Ventilators ................................................ 551
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control).....335
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 706
Open door ...............................692, 704
Open glass hatch reminder .........705
Seat belt reminder............................. 692
Third power seat.................................... 72 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ................................................... 690
Brake system.......................................688
Charging system ............................... 689
Kinetic dynamic suspension
system.................................................... 691
Low fuel level....................................... 692
Malfunction indicator lamp ..........689
Master warning light........................ 693
Open door ........................................... 692
PCS .......................................................... 690
Seat belt reminder light .................. 692
Slip indicator light..............................690
SRS airbags.......................................... 690
Tire pressure warning light .......... 693
Warning messages Automatic transmission fluid
temperature........................................ 701
Automatic transmission
system.................................................... 701
Brake system....................................... 706
Dynamic radar cruise control system...................................... 703, 708
Engine oil maintenance.................. 706
Engine oil pressure........................... 700
Intuitive parking assist ......................702
Low washer level .............................. 706
Open door ........................................... 704
Open glass hatch.............................. 705
Open moon roof............................... 705
Pre-collision system..............702, 707
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