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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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CAUTION
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the designated size and total load capacity, and of the
same brand and tread pattern. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on
the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driv-
ing assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

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2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage
Capacity and distributionCargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load cap acity) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 − 750 (5 × 150) = 650
lbs.)
(5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible. Be sure
all items are secured in place.
● Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far for-
ward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.
● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

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When driving
08_IS F_U_(L/O_0808)(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehi-
cle.
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is
not designed for trailer towing.
Example on your vehicle
Cargo capacity
Total load capacity
When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding
in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 660 lb. (300 kg), the
available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as follows:
660 lb. — 366 lb. = 294 lb. (300 kg —166 kg = 134 kg)
In this condition, if 2 more passengers with the combined weight of 258 lb.
(176 kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced as fol-
lows:
294 lb. — 258 lb. = 36 lb. (134 kg — 117 kg = 17 kg)
As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases,
the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of the occu-
pants who got on later, by an amount. In other words, if an increase in the
number of occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (com-
bined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you must
reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehicle.

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CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the trunk
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk.
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item may
get under the brake or accelerator pedal and prevent pedals from being
depressed properly, block the driver's vision, or hit the driver or passengers,
causing an accident.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• Package tray (behind the rear seatback)
• Instrument panel
•Dashboard
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure some-
one during an accident or sudden braking.
■Luggage capacity and distribution
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so will not only put load on the
tires, but also reduce steering and braking performance. This could lead to an acci-
dent resulting in serious injury or even death.
●Do not overload the vehicle.
●Do not apply load to the vehicle unevenly.

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Vehicle load limits
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.
(→ P. 3 1 1 )
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking
ability, resulting in an accident.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing
capacity and cargo capacity.
■Total load capacity: 660 lb. (300 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and
luggage.
■Seating capacity: 4 occupants (Front 2, Rear 2)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose esti-
mated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■Towing capacity
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and
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Maintenance and care
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Wheels
■When replacing wheels
The wheels of your Lexus are equipped with tire pressure warning valves and trans-
mitters that allow the tire pressure warning system to provide advanced warning in
the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. Whenever wheels are replaced, the tire
pressure warning valves and transmitters must be installed. (→P. 3 0 1 )
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced.
Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of handling
control.
■ Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that they
are equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter, rim
width, and offset.
Replacement wheels are available at your Lexus dealer.
Lexus does not recommend using:
●Wheels of different sizes or types
● Used wheels
● Bent wheels that have been straightened
■ Aluminum wheel precautions
●Use only Lexus wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with
your aluminum wheels.
● When repairing or changing your tires, check that the wheel nuts
are still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km).
● Use only Lexus genuine balance weights or equivalent and a
plastic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.

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6-1. Specifications
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Lubrication system
*: 5W-30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.
Oil viscosity
● The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of
the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W
allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
● The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the
vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load condition.
Oil capacity
(drain and refill)
without filter8.7 qt. (8.2 L, 7.2 lmp.qt.)
with filter 9.8 qt. (9.3 L, 8.2 lmp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown
below.
Outside temperature

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Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
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
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
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Tire related termMeaning

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Vehicle specifications
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*:Table 1  Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load forvarious designated seating capacities
Tire related termMeaning
Tr e a dThat portion of a tire that comes into contact with the
road
Tr e a d r i bA tread section running circumferentially around a
tire
Tread separationPulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indicators
(TWI)The projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of
wear of the tread
Wheel-holding fixtureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly
securely during testing
Designated seating
capacity, Number of occupantsVehicle normal load,
Number of occupantsOccupant distribution in
a normally loaded vehicle
2 through 422 in front
5 through 1032 in front, 1 in second seat
11 through 155
2 in front, 1 in second
seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in
fourth seat
16 through 207
2 in front, 2 in second
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Alphabetical index
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I/M test ......................................................279
IdentificationEngine ..................................................... 403
Vehicle.................................................... 403
Ignition switch ........................................... 116
Illuminated entry system .................... 227
Indicator lights ......................................... 135
Initialization Items to initialize ................................. 433
Inside rear view mirror.......................... 60
Interior lights Interior lights ......................................... 227
Switch .......................................................229
Wattage ................................................... 412
Jack Positioning a floor jack ................... 284
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 379
Jack handle ..............................................379
Keyless entry............................................. 35
Keys Electronic key......................................... 20
Engine switch ..........................................116
If you lose your keys ........................390
If the electronic key does not operate properly .............................. 391
Key number............................................. 20
Keyless entry........................................... 35
Keys ............................................................. 20
Mechanical key ........................................21
Wireless remote control key.......... 35
Light bulbs Replacing............................................... 338
Wattage ................................................... 412 Lights
Door courtesy lights ......................... 227
Emergency flasher switch ............. 344
Fog light switch .................................... 145
Hazard light switch ...........................344
Headlights switch.................................142
Interior light switch ............................ 229
Outer foot lights ................................. 227
Overhead courtesy light ................ 227
Personal light switch......................... 229
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 338
Shift lever light...................................... 227
Turn signal lever .................................. 128
Vanity lights ..........................................238
Wattage ....................................................412
Load capacity .......................................... 183
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance......... 280
General maintenance ..................... 276
Maintenance data ..............................402
Maintenance requirements .......... 274
Meter Instrument panel light control....... 133
Meters......................................................... 131
Micro dust and pollen filter................ 194
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......................60
Side mirror heater .............................. 198
Side mirrors ...............................................61
Vanity mirrors ......................................238
Moon roof................................................... 65
MP3 disc ................................................... 215
Multi-information display ................... 138I
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