coolant Lexus GX470 2004 Pictorial Index / LEXUS 2004 GX470 FROM JAN. 2004 THROUGH JUL. 2004 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60A87U)

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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Automatic transmission second start indicator light 386 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged Parkº warning light 59
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3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 378 . . . . . .
6Driver's seat belt reminder light 55
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 54
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Anti-lock brake system warning light 58
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11Open door warning light 59
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12Tachometer 51
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13Headlight indicator light 33
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14Cruise control indicator light 394
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15Engine oil replacement reminder light 62
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16Slip indicator light 406, 408, 411, 413
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17Low engine oil pressure warning light 61
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18Discharge warning light 60
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19Engine coolant temperature gauge
49
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20Malfunction indicator lamp 57
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21Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 408 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 183 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock indicator light 386
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25Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 60 . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control system
indicator light 410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Rear height control indicator lights 403
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28Security indicator light 14, 29
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29SRS warning light 56
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30Trip meter reset knob 52
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31Odometer and trip meter 52
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32Low fuel level warning light 62
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33Low tire pressure warning light 62
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Fuel gauge 48
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Automatic transmission second start indicator light 386 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged Parkº warning light 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 378 . . . . . .
6Driver's seat belt reminder light 55
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 54
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Anti-lock brake system warning light 58
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Tail light indicator light 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 394
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Slip indicator light 406, 408, 411, 413
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Low engine oil pressure warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . .
17Discharge warning light 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Engine coolant temperature gauge 49
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19Malfunction indicator lamp
57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 408 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 183 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Center differential lock indicator light 386
. . . . . . . .
24Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 60 . . . . . . . . . . .
25Downhill assist control system
indicator light 410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Rear height control indicator lights 403
. . . . . . . . . . .
27Security indicator light 14, 29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28SRS warning light 56
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29Trip meter reset knob 52
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30Odometer and trip meter 52
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Low fuel level warning light 62
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low tire pressure warning light 62
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Fuel gauge 48
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SECTION 1 ± 3
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
Fuel gauge48
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Engine coolant temperature gauge 49
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Tachometer 51
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Odometer and trip meter 52
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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 52
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Multi-information display 65
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Instrument panel light control 76
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature w ill vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool.
Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,
such as:
 Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
 Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
 Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop-and-go traffic.
 Towing a trailer. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the engine coolant
temperature gauge returns to Cº when the ignition switch is
turned to the STARTº.

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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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NOTICE
Do not remove the thermostat in the engine coolingsystem as this may cause the engine to overheat. Thethermostat is designed to control the flow of coolantto keep the temperature of the engine within thespecified operating range.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.See If your vehicle overheatsº on page 409.

STARTING AND DRIVING
374
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height
and steering wheel angle.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all doors.
5. Fasten seat belts.
Remember to check that the service reminder indicators
function when turning the key to ONº, and check the fuel
gauge to see that you have sufficient fuel.
IGNITION SWITCH WITH STEERINGLOCK
STARTº Ð Starter motor on. The key will return to the
ONº position when released.
For starting tips, see page 377.
It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the tachometer, fuel
gauge or engine coolant temperature gauge returns to the
bottom position when the ignition switch is turned to the
STARTº position.
ONº Ð Engine on and all accessories on.
This is the normal driving position.
It is not malfunction even if the needle on the speedometer may
move when the ignition switch is turned to the ONº position.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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HOW TO START THE ENGINE
Cranking hold function
Once you turn the ignition key to STARTº position and release
it, the cranking hold function continues to crank the engine in
ONº position until it starts.
The function stops cranking the engine after about 25 seconds
maximum if the engine has not started yet. When you crank
the engine again, wait a few seconds and restart it.
If you hold the key in STARTº position, the function will keep
cranking for about 30 seconds maximum.
Before cranking
1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.
3. Put the selector lever in Pº. If you need to restart the engine
while the vehicle is moving, put the selector lever in Nº. A
starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if
the selector lever is in any drive position.
4. Depress the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving
off.
Starting the engine
Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in
Before crankingº.
Normal starting procedure
The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system in your engine automatically controls the
proper air-fuel mixture for starting. You can start a cold or hot
engine as follows:
With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to
STARTº position, then release it.
Engine should be warmed up by driving, not in idle. For
warming up, drive with smoothly turning engine until engine
coolant temperature is within normal range.
If the engine stalls...
Simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal
starting.
If the engine will not start...
See If your vehicle will not startº on page 463.
NOTICE
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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1Brake pedal2Dº (Drive) position
2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the
selector lever to Dº.
Always use the Dº position to improve fuel economy and quiet
driving. Only in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear is
possible. However, while the engine coolant temperature is
low, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear even
in the Dº position. (See (b) Using engine brakingº and (f)\
Good driving practiceº for exceptions.)
CAUTION
Never put your foot on the accelerator pedal while
shifting.
3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress
the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting.
In normal cruising, the vehicle will start in first gear and
automatically shift up to the most suitable gear. On inclines,
declines or winding roads, etc., the vehicle shifts up and down
automatically according to the running conditions to obtain the
suitable driving power and engine braking.
When the lever is in the 4º position, the automatic
transmission system will select the most suitable gear for the
running conditions such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc.
If you need to accelerate rapidly while driving, depress the
accelerator pedal to the full throttle position. This provides
more acceleration by automatically downshifting the
transmission to the next lower gear or beyond, depending on
the vehicle speed.
If engine braking is needed, such as in descending a long hill,
see (b) Using engine brakingº.

DRIVING TIPS
439
WINTER DRIVING TIPS
Make sure your coolant is properly protected against
freezing.
Only use Toyota Super Long Life Coolantº or similar high
quality ethylene glycol based non- silicate, non- amine,
non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with long- life hybrid
organic acid technology. (Coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and
organic acids.)
See Checking the engine coolant levelº on page 547 for
details of coolant type selection.
Toyota Super Long Life Coolantº is a mixture of 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water. This coolant provides protection
down to about -35C (-31F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Check the condition of the battery and cables.
Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it
must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter
starting. Page 592 tells you how to visually inspect the battery.
Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be pleased to
check the battery charge level. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold
weather.
See page 546 for recommended viscosity. Leaving a heavy
summer oil in your vehicle during winter months may cause
harder starting. If you are not sure about which oil to use, call
your Lexus dealer Ð they will be pleased to help.
Check the electronic ignition system for loose
connections or obvious damage.
Keep the door locks from freezing.

DRIVING TIPS
453

Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.
 Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. The trailer could hit
your vehicle in a tight turn. Slow down before making a turn
to avoid the need of sudden braking.
 Remember that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will
be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn.
Therefore, compensate for this by making a larger than
normal turning radius with your vehicle.
 Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect handling
of your vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention to
the rear from time to time to prepare yourself for being
passed by large trucks or buses, which may cause your
vehicle and trailer to sway. If swaying happens, firmly grip
the steering wheel and reduce speed immediately but
gradually. Never increase speed. If it is necessary to
reduce speed, brake slowly. Steer straight ahead. If you
make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes,
your vehicle and trailer will stabilize.
 Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing requires
considerable distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget
the length of your trailer and be sure you have plenty of room
before changing lanes.
 In order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical
charging performance, do not use overdrive. Transmission
must be 4º position. 
Because of the added load of the trailer, your vehicle's
engine may overheat on hot days (at temperatures over
30C [85 F]) when going up a long or steep grade with a
trailer. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in
use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
See If your vehicle overheatsº on page 468.
 Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. Put
the transmission in Pº. Avoid parking on a slope with a
trailer, but if it cannot be avoided, do so only after performing
the following:
1. Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
2. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle
and trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release your brakes
slowly until the blocks absorb the load.
4. Apply the parking brake firmly.
5. Shift into Pº and turn off the engine.