brake fluid LEXUS LX570 2016 Owners Manual

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 91 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 91
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 532
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P . 217Applying/releasing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P . 217
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 385
Warning buzzer/message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 219, 532
Turn signal lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P . 216
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220 Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime ru nning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 220
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 229
Windshield wiper and washer switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 231
Rear window wiper and washer switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 235 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 231, 235
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 48 5
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 53 2
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 514
Fuel filler door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 240
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 472
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 158Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 158
Driving position memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 151
Front air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 401 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 401
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 407
Audio system
*Hands-free system
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* : Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.4
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 1814-1. Before driving
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Driving NOTICE ■
When driving the vehicle ●
Do not depress the accelerator and brake peda ls at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output. ●
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill. ■
When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is ac cidentally depressed.■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts ●
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump. ●
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. ■
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo wing situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brak e pedal to slow down the vehicle.●
It may be difficult to control your vehicle. ●
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations. ●
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (  P. 5 3 6 )■
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle: ●
Engine stalling ●
Short in electrical components ●
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following: ●
Brake function ●
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer, differentials, etc. ●
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 4-5. Using the driving support systems■
In the following cases the 4-Wheel AHC will not operate ●
The brake pedal has been depressed for a few seconds or longer while the vehicle is
stopped. ●
Vehicle height control has not been frequently used. ●
The suspension fluid temperature is lower than -22°F (-30°C). ●
There is ice on the suspension. ●
Driving on bumpy roads which may cause the suspension to fully elongate.●
If the steering wheel is abruptly turned more than 3/4 of a revolution with the center
differential lock system activated. ■
Cold weather operation
It may take longer for the vehicle height to change if the suspension fluid temperature
drops below 5°F (-15°C).
The 4-Wheel AHC does not operate when the suspension fluid temperature drops
below -22°F (-30°C). ●
In this case, even if the height select switch is pressed, th e vehicle height will not change.
Once the vehicle has been driven for a sh ort time and the suspension fluid has been
warmed to within normal operating limits, the 4-Wheel AHC will begin operating and
the vehicle height will automatically change to the selected mode. ●
When the suspension fluid is around -22°F (-30°C), the vehicle height may not be able
to be raised, even if the 4-Wheel AHC is oper ating. In this case, pull the height select
switch to “  ” then push to “  ” after driving for a short time longer to select the desired
vehicle height. ■
Parking and stopping tips ●
If you immediately stop the engine after off-road driving, the vehicle height may gradu-
ally lower. When parking, make sure ther e is nothing under the vehicle that may come
in contact with the underbody. The vehicle will return to the set height when the engine
is started. ●
The vehicle height may change as the temperature changes when the engine is
stopped. The vehicle will return to the set height when the engine is started.■
Propeller shaft noise
If the vehicle height is adjusted on a slope, or with the shift lever in a position other than P
or N while the vehicle is stopped, you may hear a sound caused by the expansion and
contraction of the propeller shaft. Th is does not indicate a malfunction.■
4-Wheel AHC failure warning
If a malfunction occurs in the 4-Wheel AHC , normal mode is automatically selected.
However, the system may not switch to norm al mode depending on the location of the
malfunction.
The warning message is displayed on the mu lti-information display, and the 4-Wheel
AHC cannot be activated until the malfunction is corrected.
Stop the engine and start it again. If the warning message turns off, the system is operat-
ing correctly. If the warning message continue s to be displayed, have the vehicle checked
at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips ●
Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid ●
Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. ●
Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for
the rear tires.
*Ensure that all tires are the same size and br and, and that chains match the size of the
tires.
* : Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehicles with 21-inch tires
Perform the following according to the driving conditions: ●
Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing. ●
To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air in let vents in front of the windshield.●
Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes. ●
Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehi-
cle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevail-
ing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 6-2. Maintenance
General maintenance Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommende d that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lexu s dealer or qualifie d service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment Items Check points
Battery Check the connections. (  P. 4 8 2 )
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct level? (  P. 4 7 9 )
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the correct level? (  P. 4 7 8 )
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct level? (  P. 4 7 5 )
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluid Is the power steering fluid at the correct level?
(  P. 4 8 1 )
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. (  P. 4 7 9 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d Is there sufficient washer fluid? (  P. 4 8 5 )

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures
as given in these sections. Items Pa r t s a n d t o o l s
Battery condition
(  P. 4 8 2 ) •Warm water • Baking soda •Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(  P. 4 7 9 ) • FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant level
(  P. 4 7 8 ) • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50 %
coolant and 50 % deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55 %
coolant and 45 % deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(  P. 4 7 5 ) • “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (  P. 505) • Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(  P. 5 0 8 ) • Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver •Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Power steering fluid
level (  P. 4 8 1 ) • Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON ®
II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and
condenser
(  P. 4 7 9 ) 
Tire inflation
pressure (  P. 4 9 5 ) • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
(  P. 4 8 5 ) • Water or washer fluid containi ng antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
Power steering fluid reservoir
(  P. 4 8 1 )
Engine oil level dipstick
(  P. 4 7 5 )
Engine coolant reservoir
(  P. 4 7 8 )
Engine oil filler cap (  P. 4 76 ) Brake fluid reservoir (  P. 4 7 9 )
Fuse box (  P. 505)
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k (  P. 4 8 5 )
Battery (  P. 4 8 2 )
Cooling fans
Condenser (  P. 4 7 9 )
Radiator (  P. 4 7 9 )1
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 4796-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
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Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines
on the tank. NOTICE ■
When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of water and
antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion protection and cool-
ing. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label. ■
If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to pr event it from damage to parts or paint.
Radiator and condenser WA R N I N G ■
When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause serious injuries,
such as burns.
Brake fluid

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item. ■
Refilling brake fluid
Turn the engine switch off.
Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times.
Remove the reservoir cap by hand. Add brake fluid up to the “MAX” line. If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may overflow.■
Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a da ngerous loss of braking efficiency. Use only
newly opened brake fluid. Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
WA R N I N G ■
When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm yo ur hands or eyes and damage painted sur-
faces. If fluid gets on your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately. If
you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE ■
If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when
the fluid level in the accumulator is high. If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U) 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong ●
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning after use is normal)●
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear ●
Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal ●
Engine oil pressure gauge continually points lower than normal ●
Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal●
Changes in exhaust sound ●
Excessive tire squeal when cornering ●
Strange noises related to the suspension system ●
Pinging or other noises related to the engine ●
Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly ●
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, spongy f eeling, pedal almost touches the floorIf you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms