2005 Lexus GX470 tow

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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CAUTION
If the emergency towing eyelet is used to get out when
your vehicle becomes stuck in the mud, sand or other
condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out
under its own power, make sure to observe the
precautions mentioned below. Otherwise, excessive
stress will be put on the eyelet and the towing cable or
chain may break, causing serious injury or damage.
If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly
continue the towing. Contact your Lexus dealer or a
commercial tow truck service for assistance.
 Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
 Keep away from the vehicle during towing.
Tips for towing a stuck vehicle:
The following methods are effective to use when your
vehicle is stuck in the mud, sand or other condition from
which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own
power. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. In
addition, keep away from the vehicles and towing cable or
chain when towing.
 Remove the sand and soil in the front and the back of the
tires.
 Place stones or wood under the tires.
IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of ªPº position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1Turn the ignition key to ªLOCKº. Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2Pry up the cover with a flat±bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.

INTRODUCTION
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PARTS AND TOOLS
Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform
do±it±yourself maintenance. Remember all Lexus parts are
designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Checking the engine oil level
Parts (if level is low):

ªToyota Genuine Motor Oilº or equivalent
See page 559 for details about engine oil selection.
Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding oil)
Checking the engine coolant level
Parts (if level is low):

ªToyota Super Long Life Coolantº or similar high quality
ethylene glycol based non±silicate, non±amine, non±nitrite,
and non±borate coolant with long±life hybrid organic acid
technology (Coolant with long±life hybrid organic acid
technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic
acids.)
ªToyota Super Long Life Coolantº is a mixture of 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant
and 45% deionized water (for Canada). This coolant
provides protection down to about ±35 C (±31F).
Tools:

Funnel (only for adding coolant)

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Checking brake fluid
Parts (if level is low):

FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking power steering fluid
Parts (if level is low):

Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
II or III
Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking battery condition
Tools:

Warm water

Baking soda

Grease

Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Checking and replacing the blade type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):

Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Checking the cartridge type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):

Genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent with same amperage
rating as original
Adding washer fluid
Parts:

Water

Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
Tools:

Funnel

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
1SPARE10Spare fuse
2ALT140
Charging system and all
components in ªAM1º,
ªHEATERº, ªCDS FANº, ªFR
FOGº, ªDEFOGº, ªAIR SUSº,
ªAC INVº, ªSEAT HEATERº,
ªOBDº, ªSTOPº, ªJ/Bº, ªRR ACº,
ªMIR HEATERº, ªBATT CHGº,
ªTOWING BRKº and ªTOWINGº
fuses
3SPARE15Spare fuse
4HEATER50Air conditioning system
5AIR
SUS50Rear height control air
suspension
6AM150
All components in ªACCº, ªCIGº,
ªIG1º, ªFR WIP±WSHº, ªRR
WIPº, ªRR WSHº, ªDIFFº,
ªECU±IGº, ªTEMSº and ªSTAº
fuses
7TOWING BRK30Trailer brake controller
8J/B50
All components in ªP FR P/Wº,
ªP RR P/Wº, ªD RR P/Wº, ªD
P/SEATº, ªP P/SEATº, ªTAILº,
ªPANELº and ªPOWER OR
TI&TEº fuses
9BATTCHG30Trailer sub battery
10TOWING40Trailer lights
No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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33ABSSOL30
Anti±lock brake system,
vehicle stability control system,
active traction control system,
brake assist system
No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
34ALT±S7.5Charging system
35MAYDAY7.5No circuit
36HORN10Horns
37A/F
HEATER15A/F sensor
38TRN±HAZ15Turn signal lights
39ETCS10Electronic throttle control system
40EFI20Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
41D FR P/W20Power window
42DR/LCK25Power door lock
43TOWING30Towing converter
44RADIO NO.230Audio system, navigation
system
45A/PUMP50Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
46IGN10
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, vehicle
stability control system

BODY
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SPECIFICATIONS
Ð DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTSOverall length
4780 mm (188.2 in.)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 in.)
Overall height*11855 mm (73.0 in.)*2
1895 mm (74.6 in.)*3
Wheelbase2790 mm (109.8 in.)
Tread Ð Front Ð Rear1585 mm (62.4 in.)
1585 mm (62.4 in.)
Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage)
With third seats
Without third seats
544 kg (1200 lb.)
454 kg (1000 lb.)
Towing capacity2948 kg (6500 lb.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Without roof luggage carrier
*3: With roof luggage carrier

BODY
6323. Rinse
thoroughly Ð dried soap can cause streaking. In hot
weather you may need to rinse each section right after you
wash it.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft
cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard Ð you might scratch the
paint.
Automatic car wash
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but
remember that the paint can be scratched by some types of
brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process
itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially
on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able
to advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your
vehicle.
Waxing your Lexus
Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the
original beauty of your Lexus' finish.
Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel
water well.
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle before you begin waxing,
even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become
extremely weathered, use a car±cleaning polish, followed by
a separate wax. Carefully follow the manufacturer's
instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the
chrome trim as well as the paint.
3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but
remains on the surface in large patches.