2006 Lexus GS430 fuel consumption

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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MULTIINFORMATION DISPLAY
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The multiinformation display provides various
information, including your vehicle’s driving condition,
outside temperature, and warning messages if your
vehicle is in trouble.
During ordinary driving, cruise information or graphic
information is displayed. However, if any problem occurs
in your vehicle, the display changes to a warning message
screen.
(a) Cruise information
The following information is shown with the engine switch
in “IGON” mode. Each time you push the “DISP” switch,
the displayed information is changed.
 Outside temperature
 Available driving distance
 Average fuel consumption after being refueled
 Current fuel consumption
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The displayed cruise information values indicate the general
driving condition and may not always reflect precise and actual
conditions.
 Outside temperature
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The outside temperature is displayed. For details, see
“Outside temperature display” on page 109.

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Available driving distance
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The available driving distance is calculated and displayed
depending on the amount of remaining fuel.
Average fuel consumption after refueling
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The average fuel consumption after refueling is
calculated and displayed based on the total driving
distance and the total fuel consumption after refueling.
The value is updated every 10 seconds.
When refueling, be sure to stop your vehicle and turn the
engine switch off.
The average fuel consumption could not be calculated in either
of the following cases:
 Refueled by opening the fuel filler door using the manual
lever in the trunk
 Refueled with a small quantity of gasoline
Current fuel consumption
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The current fuel consumption is calculated and displayed
based on the driving distance and the fuel consumption
at 20 revolutions of the engine.
The value is updated every 0.5 seconds.
If you are driving at low speeds just before stopping, the
accurate figure may not be shown.

TOUCH SCREEN
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INFORMATION MENU
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Vehicles with Navigation system*
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Vehicles without Navigation system
*For other functions such as Maintenance and Calender, see
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. For “LEXUS Park Assist”, see “Setting the intuitive parking
assist” on page 391. For “Adjust clock”, see “Clock” on page
106.
Trip information
Trip information such as driving time, driving distance,
average vehicle speed, fuel consumption, etc. can be
displayed on the screen.
1. Push the
“INFO” button to display the Information
Menu screen.
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2. Touch the “Trip Info.” switch.

TOUCH SCREEN
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Consumption
The consumption is calculated and displayed based on
the driving distance and the fuel consumption for 2
seconds with engine running.
The value is updated every 0.5 seconds.
If you are driving at low speeds just before stopping, the
accurate figure may not be shown.
After Refueling
The consumption after refueling is calculated and
displayed based on the total driving distance and the total
fuel consumption after refueling.
The value is updated every 10 seconds.
When refueling, be sure to stop your vehicle and turn the
engine switch off. Cruising Range
How far you can drive with the remaining fuel is
displayed.
Even though the display indicates sufficient miles to run, if the
fuel level on the fuel gauge approaches “E” or the low fuel level
warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
INFORMATION
 When you first start driving your new vehicle, the
correct cruising range may not be shown. One or
more refills of 10 gallons or more may be required for
the system to set its calibration.
 The cruising range displayed is calculated based on
past fuel consumption and may vary according to
your driving style and road condition.

DRIVING TIPS
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TRAILER TOWING
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Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your
vehicle. Lexus also does not recommend the installation
of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a
wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your Lexus is not
designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.
HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER
Improving fuel economy is easy − just take it easy. It will help
make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips
on how to save money on both fuel and repairs:
 Keep your tires inflated at the correct pressure. Check
the inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once a
month. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel.
 Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess
weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing greater
fuel consumption.
 Avoid lengthy warmup idling. Once the engine is
running smoothly, begin driving − but gently. Remember,
however, that on cold winter days this may take a little
longer.
 Always keep the automatic transmission selector lever
in the “D” position when engine braking is not required.
Driving with the overdrive off will reduce the fuel economy.
(For details, see “Automatic transmission” on page 359.)
 Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Avoid jackrabbit starts.
 Avoid long engine idling. If you have a long wait and you
are not in traffic, it is better to turn off the engine and start
again later.
 Avoid engine overrevving. Use a gear position suitable
for the road on which you are traveling.

DRIVING TIPS
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Avoid continuous speeding up and slowing down.
Stop−and−go driving wastes fuel.
 Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Maintain a
steady pace. Try to time the traf fic signals so you only need
to stop as little as possible or take advantage of through
streets to avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper distance from
other vehicles to avoid sudden braking. This will also
reduce wear on your brakes.
 Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams whenever possible.
 Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal. This causes
premature wear, overheating and poor fuel economy.
 Maintain a moderate speed on highways. The faster you
drive, the greater the fuel consumption. By reducing your
speed, you will cut down on fuel consumption.
 Keep the front wheels in proper alignment. Avoid hitting
the curb and slow down on rough roads. Improper
alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an
extra load on the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.
 Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc.
This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent
corrosion. 
Keep your vehicle tunedup and in top shape. A dirty air
cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and
grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. all lower engine
performance and contribute to poor fuel economy. For
longer life of all parts and lower operating costs, keep all
maintenance work on schedule, and if you often drive under
severe conditions, see that your vehicle receives more
frequent maintenance (For scheduled maintenance
information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual
Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance”.)
CAUTION
Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your
power steering and brake booster will not function
without the engine running. Also, the emission control
system operates properly only when the engine is
running.

SECTION 6 – 2
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SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Specifications (GS430)520
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Specifications (GS300) 523
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Fuel 526
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Fuel pump shut off system 528
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Facts about engine oil consumption 528
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Used engine oil 530
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Checking the engine oil level 530
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Checking the engine coolant level 534
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Checking the radiator and condenser 536
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Spark plugs 537
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ENGINE
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FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SYSTEM
The fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the
engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine
stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision. To restart the engine
after the fuel pump shut off system activates, turn the engine
switch off once and start it.
CAUTION
Inspect the ground under the vehicle before restarting
the engine. If you find that liquid has leaked onto the
ground, it is the fuel system that has been damaged and
it is in need of repair. In this case, do not restart the
engine.
FACTS ABOUT ENGINE OILCONSUMPTION
Functions of engine oil
Engine oil has the primary function of lubricating and cooling
the inside of the engine, and plays a major role in maintaining
the engine in proper working order.
Engine oil consumption
It is normal that an engine should consume some engine
oil during normal engine operation. The causes of oil
consumption in a normal engine are as follows.
Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston rings and cylinders.
A thin film of oil is left on the cylinder wall when a piston
moves downwards in the cylinder. High negative pressure
generated when the vehicle is decelerating sucks some of
this oil into the combustion chamber. This oil as well as
some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by
the high temperature combustion gases during the
combustion process.
 Oil is also used to lubricate the stems of the intake valves.
Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber
together with the intake air and is burned along with the fuel.
High temperature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to
lubricate the exhaust valve stems.