flat tire LEXUS LS460L 2016 User Guide

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6Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................. 510
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior................... 514
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ..............................517
Scheduled maintenance .........520
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................533
Hood ............................................... 536
Positioning a floor jack ............ 537
Engine compartment ............... 539
Tires .................................................556
Tire inflation pressure ..............568
Wheels ........................................... 570
Air conditioning filter ............... 572
Electronic key battery.............. 575
Checking and replacing
fuses.............................................. 579
Light bulbs.....................................584

5186-2. Maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
What about do-it-yourself maintenance?
Many of the maintenance items are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechan-
ical ability and a few basic automotive tools. Simple instructions for how to per-
form them are presented in this section.
Note, however, that some maintenance tasks require special tools and skills.
These are best performed by qualified technicians. Even if you are an experi-
enced do-it-yourself mechanic, we recommend that repairs and maintenance be
conducted by your Lexus dealer who will keep a record of maintenance on your
vehicle. This record could be helpful should you ever require Warranty Service.
■Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs that indi-
cate service is needed. Some important clues are:
●Engine missing, stumbling or pinging
●Appreciable loss of power
●Strange engine noises
●A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air conditioning
system after use is normal.)
●Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.
Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.)
●Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
●Vehicle pulls to one side when driven straight on a level road
●Strange noises related to suspension movement
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost touches the
floor, vehicle pulls to one side when braking
●Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal ( P. 125)
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.
Do-it-yourself maintenance

5226-2. Maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
CHASSIS AND BODY
13Brake pedal <>IIIIIIII6
14Brake linings and drumsIIII12
15Brake pads and discsIIIIIIII6
16Brake fluidIIIRIIIRI: 6
R: 24
17Brake pipes and hosesIIII12
18Steering wheel, linkage and
steering gear boxIIII12
19Drive shaft bootsIIII24
20Suspension ball joint and
dust coverIIII12
21Automatic transmission fluidII24
22Transfer oil (AWD models)IRIRI: 12
R: 48
23Front differential oil (AWD
models)IRIRI: 12
R: 48
24Rear differential oilIRIRI: 12
R: 48
25Front and rear suspension
<>IIII12
26Tires and inflation pressureIIIIIIII6
27Lights, horns, wipers and
washersIIIIIIII6
28Air conditioning filter
When a message on the multi-information
display indicates that maintenance is
required, replace the filter.
Refrigerant amount for air condi-
tionerIIII12
Maintenance operations:I =Inspect
R =Replace, change or lubricate
SERVICE
INTERVAL:ODOMETER READING
MONTHS(Odometer
reading or
months,
whichever
comes first.)
x1000 km1020304050607080
x1000 miles612182430364248

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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
NOTE:
1. First replace at 160000 km (100000 miles), then replace every 80000 km
(48000 miles).
2. It is possible to replace every 100000 km (60000 miles).
3. Including the filter in fuel tank.
4. Parking brake inspection is not necessary.
CHASSIS AND BODY
17Brake pipes and hosesIIIIII12
18Steering wheel, linkage and steering
gear boxIIIIII12
19Drive shaft bootsIIIIII24
20Suspension ball joint and dust coverIIIIII12
21Automatic transmission fluidII36
22Rear differential oilIRIRIRI: 12
R: 48
23Front and rear suspensionIIIIII12
24Tires and inflation pressureIIIIII12
25Lights, horns, wipers and washersIIIIII12
26Air conditioning filter
When a message on the multi-
information display indicates that
maintenance is required, replace
the filter.
Refrigerant amount for air conditionerIIIIII12
Maintenance operations:I =Inspect
R =Replace, change or lubricate
SERVICE INTERVAL:ODOMETER READING
(Odometer reading or
months, whichever
comes first.)
x1000 km153045607590
MONTHSx1000
miles91827364554

5346-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 568)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid ( P. 553)
• Water or washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or
washer fluid)
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious
injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience disc omfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-
ture is high. ( P. 549)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
ItemsParts and tools

5586-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses tire
pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low tire inflation pres-
sure before serious problems arise.
●If the tire pressure drops below a predetermined level, the driver is
warned by a screen display and a warning light. ( P. 609, 614)
◆Installing tire pressure wa rning valves and transmitters
When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and trans-
mitters must also be installed.
When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are installed,
new ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer
and the tire pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pres-
sure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Lexus
dealer. ( P. 560)
◆Initializing the tire pressure warning system
■The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the following
circumstances:
●When rotating the tires.
●When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when changing
traveling speed. ( P. 660, 662)
●When changing the tire size.
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.
Tire pressure warning system (if equipped)
●The tire pressure detected by the tire pressure
warning system can be displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P. 133)

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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch off.
Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. ( P. 660, 662)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation pres-
sure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate based on this pressure
level.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Press and hold the tire pres-
sure warning reset switch until
the tire pressure warning light
blinks slowly 3 times.
Wait for a few minutes with the engine switch in IGNITION ON
mode and then turn the engine switch off.
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5606-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
◆Registering ID codes
The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a
unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, it is necessary to register the ID code. Have the ID code
registered by your Lexus dealer.
■When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
●The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.
●You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose the fabric,
and bulges indicating internal damage
●A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or loca-
tion of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Lexus dealer.
■Replacing tires and wheels (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not registered, the
tire pressure warning system will not work properly. After driving for about 10 min-
utes, the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute and stays on to indicate a sys-
tem malfunction.
■Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if it has sel-
dom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
■Routine tire inflation pressure checks (vehicles with the tire pressure warning sys-
tem)
The tire pressure warning system does not replace routine tire inflation pressure
checks. Make sure to check tire inflation pressure as part of your routine of daily
vehicle checks.
■When rotating the tires (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
Make sure that the engine switch is off. If the tires are rotated while the engine switch
is in IGNITION ON mode, the tire position information will not be updated.
If this accidentally occurs, either turn the engine switch to off and then to IGNITION
ON mode, or initialize the system after checking that the tire pressure is properly
adjusted.

5616-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■If the tread on snow tires wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.)
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.
■Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly
(vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
●In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly.
• If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains etc. are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the wheels or
wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extr emely higher than the specified level.
• If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal reception.
• If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is put in the
trunk.
• If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are used.
• If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not regis-
tered in the tire pressure warning computer.
●Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display,
airport or other facility th at generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wire-
less communication device
If tire position information is not correctly displayed due to the radio wave condi-
tions, the display may be corrected by driving and changing the radio wave condi-
tions.
●When the vehicle is parked, the time taken for the warning to start or go off could
be extended.
●When tire inflation pressure declines rapidly for example when a tire has burst, the
warning may not function.

5626-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■The initialization operation (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
●Make sure to carry out initialization after adjusting the tire inflation pressure.
Also, make sure the tires are cold before carrying out initialization or tire inflation
pressure adjustment.
●If you have accidentally turned the engine switch off during initialization, it is not
necessary to press the reset switch again as initialization will restart automatically
when the engine switch has been turned to IGNITION ON mode for the next time.
●If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization is not necessary, adjust
the tire inflation pressure to the specified level when the tires are cold, and conduct
initialization again.
■Warning performance of the tire pressure warning system (if equipped)
The warning of the tire pressure warning system will change in accordance with driv-
ing conditions. For this reason, the system may give a warning even if the tire pres-
sure does not reach a low enough level, or if the pressure is higher than the pressure
that was adjusted to when the system was initialized.
■When initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed (vehicles with the
tire pressure warning system)
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the following cases, the
settings have not been recorded and the system will not operate properly. If
repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings are unsuccessful, have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pressure warning
light does not blink 3 times.
●After carrying out the initialization procedure, the tire pressure warning light blinks
for 1 minute then stays on after driving for 20 minutes.