maintenance Lexus GX460 2019 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2019 GX460 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60Q84U)

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice whic h are necessary for driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt,
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for
Canadian owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................ 444
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................. 447
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ............................ 450
General mainte nance.............. 453
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs.................................... 456
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions................................ 457
Hood ............................................... 460
Engine compartment .................461
Tires ................................................. 474
Tire inflation pressure ............... 481
Wheels ........................................... 485
Air conditioning filter ............... 487
Electronic key battery.............. 489
Checking and replacing fuses................................................491
Headlight aim .............................. 494
Light bulbs .................................... 496 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ..................508
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 509
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 510
If you think something is wrong.............................................516
Fuel pump shut off system........ 517
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds .......................................... 518
If a warning message is displayed .................................... 526
If you have a flat tire .................. 540
If the engine will not start ........ 554
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............. 556
If the vehicle battery is discharged................................. 559
If your vehicle overheats......... 562
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................................. 565
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

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8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................. 568
Fuel information ......................... 578
Tire information ........................... 581
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 592
Items to initialize......................... 603
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners .................................... 606
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French).............................................. 607
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French).............................................. 609
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................................ 617 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting)............................... 620
Alphabetical inde x ................................ 624
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’ S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL” for information re garding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system
• Rear seat entertainment system
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
• Lexus Enform

771-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that the system has
been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type 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 touchi ng a key to the security system (key with a
built-in transponder ch ip) of another vehicle
■Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Ha waii, Guam, Saipan and Puerto Rico
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-
board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prev ent vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

801-3. 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 follow-
ing.
●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.)
■Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, depending on the si tuation, the door may automatically lock to
prevent improper entry into the vehicle:
●When a person remaining in the vehicle un locks the door and the alarm is activated.
●While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.
●When recharging or replacing the battery.
■Alarm memory function
After the alarm is activated, when you unlock any door using a entry function, wireless
remote control or mechanical key, the tail lights turn on for about 2 seconds to inform
you that the system was activated.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door or
hood.
●The battery is recharged or replaced when the
vehicle is locked. (P. 560)
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If mo dified or removed, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.

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■AVS (adaptive variable suspension system)
The suspension can be switched fo
r improvement in driveability. (P. 345)
■Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components (such as an
engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Lexus recommends that you do not
tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start towing.
However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed of less than
50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle acceleration.
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the addi-
tional load. (See “Owner’s Guide”, “Warranty and Services Guide”, “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ba ll and bracket after approximately 600 miles
(1000 km) of trailer towing.
■If trailer sway occurs
One or more factors (crosswinds, passing ve hicles, rough roads, etc.) can adversely
affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability.
●If trailer swaying occurs:
• Firmly grip the steering wh eel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer sway ing by turning the steering wheel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal im mediately but very gradually to reduce
speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the st eering or brakes, your vehicle and trailer
should stabilize.

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Driving
CAUTION
■Before using the LDA system
Do not rely solely on the LDA system. The LDA system does not drive the vehicle auto-
matically, nor does it reduce the amount of care you need to take. As such, the driver
must always assume full responsibility fo r understanding his/her surroundings, for
operating the steering wheel to correct the driving line, and for driving safely.
Inappropriate or negligent driving could lead to an accident.
■To avoid operating the LDA by mistake
Switch the LDA system off using the “LDA” switch when not in use.
■Situations unsuitable for LDA system
Do not use LDA system in any of the following situations.
Otherwise, the system may not function correctly and could result in an accident.
●When driving with 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 there are objects or structures along the roadside that might be misinterpreted
as lane markers (such as guardrails, curb, reflector posts, etc.)
●When driving on snowy roads
●When pavement lane markers are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, sand, dirt, etc.
●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 driv ing or passing lanes on a freeway or high-
way.
●When driving on a road with lane closures due to maintenance, or when driving in a
temporary lane

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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 damage.
●Water can wash the grease from wheel be arings, causing rusting and premature fail-
ure, and may also enter the differentials, tr ansmission and transfer case, reducing the
gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when cro ssing 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 afte r each day of off-road driving that has
taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For scheduled maintenance
information, refer to the “Warranty and Se rvices Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.

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6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................ 444
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................. 447
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ............................450
General maintenance.............. 453
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................... 456
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions................................ 457
Hood ...............................................460
Engine compartment ................ 461
Tires ................................................. 474
Tire inflation pressure................ 481
Wheels ...........................................485
Air conditioning filter ............... 487
Electronic key battery ..............489
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 491
Headlight aim .............................. 494
Light bulbs..................................... 496

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bott
om, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel
wells and underside of the vehicl e 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 wa sh soap and rinse thoroughly 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.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors back before washing the ve hicle. Start washing from the front of the
vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm your
vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the windows
and the air suspension unit.
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed prop-
erly.
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
●Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
●To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following precautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or park- ing in hot weather
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Perform the following to protect the ve hicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion: