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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Operate smoothly?
Engine hood• The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after parking?
Ti r e
• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-aged?
• Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■If the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
hook. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short dis-
tances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to s teer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Towing hook
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing se rvice, using a lift-type truck or a flat
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towi ng, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
Use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temper ature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
● Engine oil pressure gauge continually points lower than normal
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, sp ongy feeling, pedal almost touches
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or injuries due to the vehicle sud-
denly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Be sure to turn off the active height control suspension and stop the engine.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
■Using the jack handle
Tighten all the jack handle bolts securely using a Phillips-head screwdriver, to pre-
vent the extension parts from coming apart unexpectedly.

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Alphabetical index
ReplacingFuses ............................................................311
Light bulbs ............................................ 320
Tires .......................................................... 346
Wireless remote control battery.................................................. 309
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners .................................... 396
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ..................................65
Roof luggage carrier ..............................34
Running board lights............................. 212
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ........................25
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .......................................................26
Child restraint system installation ..............................................75
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts..................................... 263
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ........................................................26
How to wear your seat belt..............24
How your child should wear the seat belt........................................... 27
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use.......................... 27
Reminder light..................................... 340
Seat belt extenders .............................. 28
Seat belt pretensioners.......................26
Seat heaters............................................ 230
Seating capacity .....................................155
Seats Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............................75 Cleaning ................................................. 262
Driving position memory .................... 21
Front seat adjustment ........................... 12
Front seat adjustment
precautions.............................................13
Head restraint ......................................... 23
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 52
Rear seat adjustment.............................14
Rear seat adjustment precautions........................................... 20
Seat heaters ..........................................230
Service reminder indicators ............. 107
Shift lever Automatic transmission .....................98
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 358
Side airbags................................................ 54
Side marker lights Switch.......................................................... 112
Wattage .................................................. 377
Side mirror Adjusting and folding.......................... 32
Driving position memory .................... 21
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................302
Spare tire ................................................346
Spark plug................................................ 372
Specifications .........................................368
Speedometer .......................................... 104
Steering Column lock release...........................96
Fluid.......................................................... 286
Steering wheel Adjustment ...............................................30
Audio switches................................... 206
Driving position memory .................... 21
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 3 4 6If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 7Engine immobilizer system
P. 3 5 7If the engine will not start
P. 3 6 0If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 3 5 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 6 3If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 3 5 9If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 3 6 0If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5Side doors
P. 9Back doors
The horn begins to soundP. 4 9Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 3 6 6If the vehicle becomes stuck
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 3 3 7If the warning light turns on