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522 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) (Flashes)
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the four -wheel drive system if the light
continues flashing. ( → P. 303)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (Flashes)
Center differential lock indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the four -wheel drive system if the light
continues flashing. ( → P. 303)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)
* 2
Indicates that a door is not fully closed
→ Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 4.0 gal. (15.0 L,
3.3 Imp.gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)
* 3
Warns the driver to fast en his/her seat belt.
→ Fasten the seat belt. (On the center panel)
Front passenger’s seat belt re minder light (warning buzzer)
* 3
Warns the front passenger to fasten his/her seat belt.
→ Fasten the seat belt.
Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on or flashes to indi-
cate that the master warning sy stem has detected a malfunction.
→ P. 528
Tire pressure warning light
Indicates that:
•Flat tire
• Natural causes
• The tire pressure warnin g system is malfunctioning
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( → P. 525)
Power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the power steering system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (Flashes)
(U.S.A.)
(Flashes)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
Indicates that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released
→ Operate the parking brake switch once again.
This light comes on when the parking brake is not released.
* 4
If the
light turns off after the parking brak e is fully released, the system is
operating normally.Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions

526 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) WARNING ■
If both the ABS and the brake sy stem warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediat ely and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehi-
cle will become extremely unstable during br aking, and the ABS system may fail, which
could cause an accident resultin g in death or serious injury.■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehi-
cle control and result in death or serious injury. ●
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately. ●
If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to
the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer. ●
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes. ■
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

5457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. ●
The battery may be discharged. ( → P. 549)●
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the follo wing steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in P.
Set the engine switch to the ACCESSORY mode.
Push and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle in spected by your Lexus dealer.The starter motor does not turn ove r, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function 1
2
3
4

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LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 8-1. Specifications
* : Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Ge nuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Transf er Gear oil LF” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
* : Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf)
while the engine is runningTransfer Oil capacity 1.53 qt. (1.45 L, 1.28 Imp.qt.)
Oil type
* Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF or equivalent
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W
Brakes Pedal clearance
* 4.5 in. (114 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1.0 ⎯ 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Chassis lubrication Propeller shafts Spider Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yoke Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2 or Lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2
Steering Free play Less than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON ®
II or III

LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 5758-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has no t been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sure The maximum cold inflated pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in exce ss of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning 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 weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they re place, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride leve lers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

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LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 8-2. Customization■
Seat heaters and ventilators
* ( → P. 413)
* : If equipped ■
Heated steering wheel
* ( → P. 413)
* : If equipped Function Default setting Customized
setting
Adjustment of the front seat
heater temperature or the
ventilator fan speed during
automatic operation (indi-
vidual seat adjustment
available) Level 3 (standard) Level 1 (low) to
level 5 (high) O — O
Adjustment of the rear seat
heater temperature or the
ventilator fan speed during
automatic operation (indi-
vidual seat adjustment
available) Level 3 (standard) Level 1 (low) to
level 5 (high) O — O 1 2 3
Function Default setting Customized
setting
Automatic steering wheel
heating On Off O — O
Time until automatic steer-
ing wheel heating turns off Level 3 (standard) Level 1 (short) to
level 5 (long) O — O 1 2 3

LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 5918-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
* ( → P. 261)
* : If equipped ■
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ( → P. 363)Function Default
setting Customized
setting
Alert method
(Steering
vibration) (Buzzer) — O —
Alert sensitivity Standard High — O —
Vehicle sway warning On Off — O —
Vehicle sway warning sensi-
tivity Standard Low
— O —
High 1 2 3
Function Default setting Customized set-
ting
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) On Off — O —
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert function) On Off — O —
Outside rear view mirror indi-
cator brightness Bright Dim O — O
Alert timing for presence of
approaching vehicle (BSM
function only) Intermediate Early
O — OLate
Only when in
blind spot
RCTA buzzer volume Level 2 Level 1
O — O
Level 3 1 2
3

609What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) ●
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( → P. 205)●
Is the shift lever in P? ( → P. 205)●
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( → P. 133)●
Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( → P. 208)●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( → P. 547)●
Is the battery discharged? ( → P. 549)●
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode ( → P. 215)If you think something is wrong The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal

610 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) ●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( → P. 207)●
Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( → P. 165)●
The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( → P. 207)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passe nger wearing the seat belts?
( → P. 522)●
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( → P. 218)
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 520, 528)
●
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( → P. 77)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine. The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds

617Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) Engine
Accessory mode............................... 206
Air cleaner ...............................................471
Compartment...................................... 473
Engine switch ...................................... 205
Exhaust gas precautions ................... 74
Hood ........................................................ 472
How to start the engine ................. 205
Identification number ...................... 559
If the engine will not start................544
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ............. 511
Ignition switch (engine
switch) ................................................. 205
Overheating ........................................ 552
Engine compartment cover ............. 474
Engine coolant....................................... 478
Capacity .................................................562
Checking................................................478
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 382
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 88
Engine immobilizer system ................. 75
Engine oil ................................................. 475
Capacity ................................................ 560
Checking................................................475
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 382 Engine switch (ignition switch) ....... 205
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light)......................... 417
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Exhaust gas precautions ....................... 74
First-aid kit holder ................................ 428
Flat tire ...................................................... 532
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission ..................563
Brake........................................................ 564
Steering .................................................. 564
Washer ...................................................485
Fog lights...................................................229
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 508
Switch ...................................................... 229
Footwell lights .......................................... 417
Four-wheel AHC (Active Height
Control Suspension) ....................... 295
Easy access mode ............................ 297
Disabling the height control ......... 298
Selecting vehicle height.................. 295
Four-wheel drive system
Center differential
lock/unlock .......................................304
Four-wheel drive control
switch ...................................................303
Warning light ....................................... 522
Front automatic air conditioning
system .................................................... 399
Front doors ................................................ 115 F
* : Refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.