2005 Lexus GX470 Audio / LEXUS 2005 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60B11U)

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CHECKING POWER STEERINGFLUID
The power steering fluid reservoir is located under the
right side engine compartment cover. Before checking
the power steering fluid, remove the cover. (For details,
see ªRemoving the engine compart coversº on page 538.)
Check the fluid level, simply look at the see±through
reservoir. If necessary, add automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
II or III .
If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for 20
minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot
(60 C ± 80C or 140F ± 175F). You may also check the level
when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10 C ± 30C
or 50F ± 85F) if the engine has not been run for about five
hours.

1If cold O.K.2If cold add3If hot O.K.
4If hot add
Clean all dirt off the reservoir and look at the fluid level. If the
fluid is cold, the level should be in the ªCOLDº range. Similarly,
if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the ªHOTº range. If th\
e
level is at the low side of the appropriate range, add automatic
transmission fluid DEXRON
II or III to bring the level within
the range.
To remove the reservoir cap, turn it counterclockwise and lift
up. To reinstall it, turn it clockwise. After replacing the reservoir
cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose
connections for leaks or damage.

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CAUTION
The reservoir may be hot so be careful not to burn
yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could bedamaged.
When adding the power steering fluid, avoid spillingit. The generator under the power steering reservoircould be damaged if fluid is spilled on it.

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CHECKING TIRE INFLATIONPRESSURE
63PY020
The recommended cold tire inflation pressures,
tire sizes and the combined weight of occupants
and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described
on page 570 and 627. They are also described
on the tire and loading information label as
shown.
You should check the tire inflation pressure every two
weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget
the spare!
The following instructions for checking tire
inflation pressure should be observed:
The pressure should be checked only when the
tires are cold. If your vehicle has been parked
for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for
more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an
accurate cold tire inflation pressure reading.
 If you cannot adjust the tire pressure when the
tires are cold, add 20 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 2.9
psi) to 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 4.3 psi) more
to the front tires and rear tires than the cold tire
pressure, but never exceed the maximum cold tire
pressure molded on the tire sidewall.

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Always use a tire pressure gauge. The
appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides,
tire inflation pressures that are even just a few
pounds off can degrade handling and ride.
 Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure
after driving. It is normal for the tire inflation
pressure to be higher after driving.
 Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.
Passengers and luggage weight should be located
so that the vehicle is balanced. Inspection and adjustment procedure

1Tire valve
2Tire pressure gauge
1. Remove the tire valve cap.
2. Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge to the tire
valve.
3. Read the pressure using the graduations of the
gauge.
4. In case the tire inflation pressure is not within the
prescribed range, insert the compressed air from the
valve. In case of applying too much air, press the
center of the valve and release the air to adjust.

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5. After completing the tire inflation pressure
measurement and adjustment, apply soapy water to
the valve and check for leakage.
6. Install the tire valve cap.
If a gauge and air pump are not available, have your
vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps. Without
the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into
the valve core and cause air leakage. If the caps
have been lost, have new ones put on as soon
as possible.
NOTICE
Use only the original valve cap. If any othervalve cap is used, it may corrode or melt and
become difficult or impossible to remove.

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Incorrect tire inflation pressure may waste fuel, reduce
the comfort of driving, reduce tire life and make your
vehicle less safe to drive.
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by
your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the
following conditions may occur and cause an
accident resulting in death or serious injuries.
Low tire pressure (underinflation) Ð
Excessive wear
 Uneven wear
 Poor handling
 Possibility of blowouts from an overheated
tire
 Poor sealing of the tire bead
 Wheel deformation and/or tire separation
 A greater possibility of tire damage from road
hazards
High tire pressure (overinflation) Ð
Poor handling
 Excessive wear
 Uneven wear
 A greater possibility of tire damage from road
hazards

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TIRE INFORMATION
Tire symbols
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The illustration indicates typical tire symbols.

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1Tire size: For details, see ªTire sizeº on page
580.
2DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN): For
details, see ªDOT and Tire Identification Number
(TIN)º on page 580.
3Location of the tread wear indicators: For
details, see ªChecking and replacing tiresº on
page 589.
4Tire ply composition and materials: Plies mean
a layer of rubber±coated parallel cords. Cords
mean the strands forming the plies in the tire.
5Radial tires or bias±ply tires: A radial tire has
ªRADIALº on the sidewall. A tire not marked with
ªRADIALº is a bias±ply tire.
6ªTUBELESSº or ªTUBE TYPEº: A tubeless tire
does not have a tube inside the tire. A tube type
tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube
maintains the air pressure.
7Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation
pressure: For details, see ªChecking and
replacing tiresº on page 589.
8Maximum cold tire inflation pressure: This
means the pressure to which a tire may be
inflated. For details about recommended cold tire
inflation pressure, see ªSpecificationsº on page
567.
9Uniform tire quality grading: For details, see
ªUniform tire quality gradingº that follows.
10Summer tire or all season tire: An all season
tire has ªM+Sº on the sidewall. The tire not
marked with ªM+Sº is a summer tire. For details,
see ªTypes of tiresº on page 587.