suspension LEXUS LS460L 2016 User Guide

3674-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
CAUTION
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire
inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the
driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

3694-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
◆Pre-crash braking (if equipped)
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system warns
the driver using a warning light, warning display and buzzer. If the sys-
tem determines that a collision is unavoidable, the brakes are automati-
cally applied to help avoid a collision or to reduce the collision speed.
When the vehicle is being stopped by pre-crash braking, the brake will
be engaged for a maximum of 2 seconds and then released automati-
cally. This pre-crash braking can be canceled by depressing the accel-
erator pedal or brake pedal.
Pre-crash braking can be disabled using the pre-crash braking off switch.
◆Suspension control
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the operation of
suspension control helps prevent the front of the vehicle from dropping
when the brakes are applied suddenly.
◆Steering gear control (VGRS) (vehicles with camera sensors)
When the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, the steer-
ing gear ratio is changed to help improve the response to steering
input.
◆Driver monitor system (if equipped)
When the system determines that there is a possibility of a collision, and
either the driver is not facing forward or the driver’s eyes are closed,
pre-crash warnings are given in adva nce to warn the driver. If the sys-
tem determines that the conditions to operate pre-crash alert braking
have been met even when the possibility of a collision increases further,
pre-crash alert braking will operate.
Pre-crash alert braking can be disabled using the pre-crash braking off switch.

3734-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
●Pre-crash braking (if equipped):
Vehicles without camera sensors
• The pre-crash braking off switch is not pressed.
• The VSC OFF switch is not pressed.
• Vehicle speed is greater than about 15 km/h (10 mph).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or the vehicle run-
ning ahead of you is greater than about 15 km/h (10 mph).
Vehicles with camera sensors
• The pre-crash braking off switch is not pressed.
• The VSC OFF switch is not pressed.
• Vehicle speed is greater than about 5 km/h (4 mph).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or the vehicle run-
ning ahead of you is greater than about 5 km/h (4 mph).
●Suspension control:
• Vehicle speed is greater than about 5 km/h (4 mph).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or the vehicle run-
ning ahead of you is greater than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
●Steering gear control (VGRS) (vehicles with camera sensors):
• Vehicle speed is greater than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or the vehicle run-
ning ahead of you is greater than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
●Pre-crash alert braking (vehicles with driver monitor system):
• The pre-crash braking off switch is not pressed.
• The VSC OFF switch is not pressed.
• The system determines that the driver is not facing forward, or that the driver’s
eyes are closed.
• Vehicle speed is greater than about 40 km/h (25 mph).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the vehicle running ahead of
you is greater than about 40 km/h (25 mph).
• The steering is not being turned.

5116-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. 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 win-
dows and the air suspension unit (if equipped).
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for
long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Front side windows water-repellent coating
●The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the win-
dows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating can
be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.

5136-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (alu-
minum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint
surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with
low humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may
be damaged.
■When using a high pressure car wash
●When washing the vehicle, do not spray the camera or its surrounding area
directly with a high pressure washer. Shock applied from high pressure water may
cause the device to not operate normally.
●Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boot s (rubber or resin manufactured cover),
connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into
contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

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

5236-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
NOTE:
1. After 80000 km (48000 miles) or 48 months inspection, inspect every
20000 km (12000 miles) or 12 months.
2. First replace at 160000 km (100000 miles), then replace every 80000 km
(48000 miles).
3. Including the filter in fuel tank.
4. Replace every 60000 km (36000 miles) or 72 months in Brazil.
5. Parking brake inspection is not necessary.
6. 2WD models: Replacement of air suspension pneumatic cylinder assemblies.
For Singapore: Replace every 7 years.
For Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Philippines, Dominican Republic,
Republic of Panama, Aruba, Colombia, G.C.C. countries*, Jordan, Lebanon,
and Curacao: Replace every 6 years.
*: Saudi Arabia, Sultanate of Oman, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar,
Kuwait

5246-2. Maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Refer to the following table for normal maintenance schedule items
requiring more frequent service specific to the type of severe conditions.
(For outline, see “Maintenance schedule requirements”.)
Additional maintenance schedule (except for South Africa)
A-1: Operating on rough or muddy ro ads, or roads with melted snow
Inspection of brake linings and
drums
Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or
6 months
 Inspection of brake pads and discsEvery 5000 km (3000 miles) or
3 months
 Inspection of brake pipes and hosesEvery 10000 km (6000 miles) or
6 months
 Inspection of suspension ball joint
and dust cover
Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or
6 months
 Inspection of drive shaft bootsEvery 10000 km (6000 miles) or
12 months
 Replacement of transfer oil (AWD
models)
Every 20000 km (12000 miles) or
24 months
 Inspection of steering wheel, linkage
and steering gear box
Every 5000 km (3000 miles) or
3 months
 Inspection of front and rear suspen-
sion <>
Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or
6 months
 Tightening of bolts and nuts on chas-
sis and body <>
Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or
6 months

5276-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
NOTE:
1. Replacement of air suspension pneumatic cylinder assemblies.
For Singapore: Replace every 7 years.
For Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Philippines, Dominican Republic,
Republic of Panama, Aruba, Colombia, G.C.C. countries*, Jordan, Lebanon,
and Curacao: Replace every 6 years.
2. For seat mounting bolts, front and rear suspension member retaining bolts.
*: Saudi Arabia, Sultanate of Oman, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Qatar,
Kuwait
B-2: Repeated short trips less than 8 km (5 miles) and outside temperatures
remain below freezing (Engine temperature will not reach to normal tem-
perature)
 Replacement of engine oilEvery 5000 km (3000 miles) or
6 months
 Replacement of engine oil filterEvery 5000 km (3000 miles) or
6 months
B-3: Extensive idling and/or low speed dr iving for a long distance such as police,
taxi or door-to-door delivery use
 Replacement of engine oilEvery 5000 km (3000 miles) or
6 months
 Replacement of engine oil filterEvery 5000 km (3000 miles) or
6 months
 Inspection of brake linings and
drums
Every 10000 km (6000 miles) or
6 months
 Inspection of brake pads and discsEvery 5000 km (3000 miles) or
3 months
B-4: Continuous high speed driving (80% or more of maximum vehicle speed)
for over 2 hours
 Inspection or replacement of auto-
matic transmission fluid
I: Every 40000 km (24000 miles) or
24 months
R: Every 80000 km (48000 miles) or
48 months
 Replacement of transfer oil (AWD
models)
Every 20000 km (12000 miles) or
24 months