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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■When the battery is removed or discharged
The power windows and moon roof must be initialized.
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 pa rt other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse ord er in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the ve hicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP5

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■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
■To avoid damaging the vehicle
Do not pull or push-start the vehicle, as the three-way catalytic converter may over-
heat and become a fire hazard.
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any
of the belts when connectin g or disconnecting them.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Differential
Tr a n s f e r
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C):12.6  12.8V Fully charged
12.2  12.4V Half charged
11.8  12.0V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity
Front
Rear1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp.qt.)
3.3 qt. (3.1 L, 2.7 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0 F (-18C): SAE 90 or
SAE 85W-90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or
SAE 80W-90
Oil capacity1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W-90

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6-1. Specifications
Tire related termMeaning
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Intended outboard side-
wall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bear s manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face
outward when mounted on a vehicle
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer.
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges

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Vehicle specifications
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Pow e r w i n d ow• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuseP. 4 1
Moon roofP. 4 3
Engine oil maintenance
data• After changing engine oilP. 2 9 2
After reconnecting or performing main tenance on the battery, the follow-
ing items must be initialized for normal system operation.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ........ 162
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........ 132
Active traction control......................... 132
Air conditioning system (A/C)Air conditioning filter .........................315
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 162
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 59
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 64
Airbag warning light ........................348
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 66
General airbag precautions ........... 63
Locations of airbags............................ 56
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 67
Side airbag precautions .................... 65
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 59
SRS airbags ............................................. 56
Alarm ............................................................. 51
Antenna .......................................... 178, 269
Armrest ..................................................... 243
Ashtrays .................................................... 237
Audio system Antenna ....................................................178
CD player/changer ............................ 181
DVD information ...............................209
DVD player ..........................................200
DVD video/audio .............................205
MP3/WMA disc ................................ 188
Optimal use............................................194
Radio .......................................................... 173
Rear sear entertainment system ..................................................200 Steering switches ................................198
Video CD ................................................212
Automatic light control system............111
Automatic transmission ........................ 98
BA (Brake Assist)...................................132
Back door ...................................................... 11
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 386
Battery Battery .................................................... 299
Checking............................................... 299
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 370
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 146
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 296
Parking brake........................................ 102
Care Exterior .................................................... 272
Interior...................................................... 274
Seat belts ................................................275
Cargo capacity....................................... 140
Cargo hooks .......................................... 245
CD player ................................................... 181
Center differential lock ......................... 121
Chains ......................................................... 147
Child-protectors..........................................7
Child restraint system (CRS) Definition ................................................... 74
Installation ................................................. 77
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ............................................ 81
Installing CRS with seatbelts ...........78A
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Installing CRS with top straps ........ 83
Child safety Airbag precautions ..............................64
Child restraint system ......................... 74
Child-protectors....................................... 7
How your child should wear the seatbelt ............................................32
Installing child restraints ..................... 77
Moon roof .................................................43
Power window lock switch ............... 41
Power window precautions............. 42
Removed battery precautions .........................................318
Seat belt precautions...........................33
Seat heater precautions ................... 241
Cigarette lighter ................................... 238
Cleaning Exterior .................................................... 272
Interior......................................................274
Seat belts ................................................275
Clock......................................................... 235
Compass ................................................. 253
Condenser.............................................. 295
Cooling system Engine overheating ...........................373
Cruise control Cruise control ........................................ 118
Cup holders.............................................. 231
Curtain shield airbags ............................56
Customizable features ...................... 398 Daytime running light system ............. 112
Defogger
Rear window ......................................... 169
Side mirror.............................................. 169
Dimension................................................ 378
Dinghy towing ......................................... 160
Display Trip information ...................................108
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............283
Door courtesy lights ............................ 225
Door pocket............................................ 232
Doors Door lock ..................................................... 6
Rear door child protector ....................7
Downhill assist control system ......... 130
Driver's seat belt reminder light ...... 351
Driving Correct posture..................................... 54
Procedures ..............................................95
DVD player ............................................ 200D

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Alphabetical index
Electronic modulated suspension .. 129
Emergency, in case ofIf a warning light turns on .............. 347
If the engine will not start........................................................ 367
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................368
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................................... 370
If you have a flat tire .........................356
If you lose your keys.........................369
If you think something is wrong ................................................... 343
If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 375
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................338
If your vehicle overheats ................ 373
Engine Compartment ..................................... 287
Hood........................................................286
How to start the engine..................... 95
If the engine will not start........................................................ 367
Overheating......................................... 373
Engine compartment cover ............ 288
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 103
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 382
Checking ............................................... 294
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................146
Engine immobilizer system.................. 49 Engine oil
Capacity .................................................. 381
Checking............................................... 289
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 146
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 292
Event data recorder ............................ 345
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 246
Flat key .............................................................2
Floor mats ................................................ 244
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 296
Power steering ....................................297
Washer..................................................... 301
Fog lights Switch .......................................................... 113
Wattage ................................................. 386
Foot light .................................................. 225
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ...................................... 351
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 69
Front seats Adjustment ................................................ 13
Driving position memory .................. 24
Front turn signal lights Wattage ................................................. 386
Fuel Capacity ................................................380
Fuel gauge .............................................. 103
Gas station information ................... 416
Information ........................................... 387
Refueling ....................................................46
Fuel filler door ........................................... 46
Fuses ............................................................321E
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Warning buzzersSeat belt reminder .............................. 351
Warning lights “AIRBAG ON/OFF” indicators..............................................106
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 349
Brake system ........................................347
Charging system ............................... 348
Downhill assist control indicator................................................106
Engine oil replacement reminder light...................................350
Height control indicator...................106
Low engine oil pressure ................ 348
Low fuel level.......................................350
Low washer fluid................................350
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 348
Open door ...........................................350
Seat belt reminder light .................... 351
SRS airbags .......................................... 348
Tire pressure warning light............. 351
Unengaged “P” .................................. 349
“VSC TRAC” ...................................... 349
Warning reflector holder...................246
Washer Checking .................................................301
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 146
Switch .......................................................... 114
Washing and waxing ........................... 272
Weight Cargo capacity ....................................140
Load limits ............................................... 144
Weight .................................................... 378 Wheels ....................................................... 313
Window glasses ........................................41
Window lock switch .................................41
Windows
Power windows ....................................... 41
Rear window defogger.................... 169
Washer ...................................................... 114
Windshield wipers ...................................... 114
Winter driving tips ................................. 146
Wireless remote control Locking/Unlocking ................................ 4
Replacing the battery.........................317
WMA disc ................................................ 188W

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 3 5 6If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 9Engine immobilizer system
P. 3 6 7If the engine will not start
P. 3 7 0If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 3 6 8If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 3 7 3If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 3 6 9If you lose your keys
The battery is dischargedP. 3 7 0If the vehicle has a discharged battery
The doors cannot be lockedP. 6Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 5 1Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 3 7 5If the vehicle becomes stuck