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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5
km/h) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or
flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system.
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Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may
lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to
P and wait until the message goes off. If the message
goes off, you may start the vehicle again.
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission
system
Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock system
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*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-ment” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that the washer
fluid level is lowAdd washer fluid.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all mainte-
nance according to the
driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*
should be performed
soon
If necessary, perform
maintenance.
Comes on approximately
4500 miles (7200 km)
after the maintenance
data has been reset.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all mainte-
nance is required to cor-
respond to the driven
distance on the mainte-
nance schedule
*.Perform the necessary
maintenance. Please reset
the maintenance data
after the maintenance is
performed (→ P. 6 0 5 )
Comes on approximately
5000 miles (8000 km)
after the maintenance
data has been reset. (The
indicator will not work
properly unless the main-
tenance data has been
reset.)
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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 part other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper 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 wear 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
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Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.
Fluid capacity*
Wi th
air-cooled type
ATF cooler
11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp.qt.)
Without
air-cooled type
ATF cooler
11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration and,
ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.
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Vehicle specifications
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Tr a n s f e r
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at the fac-tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or an equiva-
lent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N, 20.0kgf ).
Oil capacity1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*To y o t a G e n u i n e Tr a n s f e r
Gear oil LF or equivalent
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*13.4 in. (86 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*25  7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
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Chassis lubrication
Steering
Tires and wheels
Propeller shafts
SpidersLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yoke
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Ti r e s i z eP265/60R18 109H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation
pressure)
Driving under normal conditions Front:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size18 × 7 1 /2 J
Wheel nut torque83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.4 kgf•m)
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Tire related termMeaning
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent
plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals,
fabric and steel or other materials, that, when
mounted on an automotive wheel, provides the trac-
tion and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the
load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend
to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the
sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due
to labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
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Alphabetical index
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Back doorBack door .................................................57
Wireless remote control....................49
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 679
Wattage ................................................. 769
Battery Battery.......................................................631
Checking ................................................. 631
If the vehicle has discharged
battery.................................................. 746
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 371
Bluetooth
®*.................................470, 491
Bottle holders/door pockets........... 535
Brake Fluid ...........................................................627
Parking brake ........................................ 197
Brake assist ............................................. 339
Brake in tips .............................................. 173
Brightness control Multi-information display light
control ................................................... 219
Instrument cluster light control...200
Care Exterior ...................................................596
Interior.......................................................601
Seat belts ............................................... 602
Cargo capacity ..................................... 364
Cargo hooks .......................................... 565
Cargo net hooks .................................. 566 CD player/changer
*.......................... 429
Center differential lock/unlock ...... 327
Chains .........................................................371
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition .................. 150
Booster seats, installation ............... 158
Convertible seats, definition.......... 150
Convertible seats, installation ....... 158
Front passenger occupant classification system ....................... 143
Infant seats, definition ........................ 150
Infant seats, installation ..................... 158
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 156
Installing CRS with seatbelts ......... 158
Installing CRS with top straps....... 164
Child safety Airbag precautions ............................ 136
Battery precautions ............... 631, 748
Child restraint system ....................... 150
Child-protectors ................................... 53
How your child should wear
the seatbelt............................................ 92
Installing child restraints................... 155
Moon roof precautions...................... 112
Power window lock switch ............ 105
Power window precautions .......... 107
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ...................... 654
Seat belt extender precautions......96
Seat belt precautions .......................... 93
Seat heater precautions................. 559B
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Floor mats ................................................563
FluidBrake........................................................ 627
Power steering.................................... 629
Washer ................................................... 635
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 674
Switch ...................................................... 237
Wattage.................................................. 769
Footwell light...........................................525
Four-wheel drive system ...................326
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......................... 143
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light...................................... 697
Front seats
Adjustment............................................... 67
Driving position memory.................. 82
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs........................ 675
Wattage.................................................. 769
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 676
Switch ........................................................196
Wattage.................................................. 769
Fuel
Capacity................................................. 760
Fuel gauge ..............................................199
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 692
Gas station information..................844
Information............................................ 770
Refueling ....................................................113 Fuel door ..................................................... 113
Fuel filler door ........................................... 113
Fuel pump shut off system................. 692
Fuses .......................................................... 655
Garage door opener .......................... 574
Gas station information ..................... 844
Gauges .......................................................199
Glove box ................................................. 531
Glove box light ....................................... 531
Hands-free system for cellular
phones
*..................................................491
Hazard lights
Switch ...................................................... 684
Head restraints
Adjustment .............................................. 86
Headlights cleaner............................... 249
Headlights Adaptive front lighting
system................................................... 227
Discharge headlights
precautions ....................................... 682
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 671
Switch .......................................................223
Wattage ................................................. 769
Heaters Seat heaters ......................................... 557
Side mirror.............................................. 417
Heated steering ................................. 555
Height control Rear height control air
suspension ........................................ 320
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