2006 LEXUS LS430 brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the transmission selector lever cannot be shifted from P
If the transmission selector lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the
brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the selector lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer immediately.

The following steps may be used as an
emergency measure to ensure the
selector lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the ignition switch to ACC.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat head
s
crewdriver or equivalent.
Insert your finger, the sc rewd
river
or equivalent into the hole to push
down the shift lock override but -
ton. You can shift the selector lever
while pushing the button.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When removing the stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may
also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free, use extreme
caution.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Do not operate the selector lever while depressing the accelerator pedal.
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow to the extent that it cannot move.
• Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the transmission
selector lever in “P”.
• Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
• Place wood, stones or some other ma terial to help pr
ovide traction
under the tires.
• Restart the engine.
• Turn off the traction control system. ( P.141)
• Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic Transmission
Brakes
* Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the force of 44 lbf. (196 N, 20 kgf ) with the engine running
** Parking brake adjustment when depressed with the for
ce of 66.1 lbf. (294 N, 30
kgf )
Steering
Fluid capacity 
Drain and refill1.8 qt. (1.7 L, 1.5 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS 
(ATF JWS3324 or NWS9638)
Pedal clearance *2.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 - 0.24 in. (1 - 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake adjustment **5 - 7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluidAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRONII or
III

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6-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termDefinition
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess 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)
Cold tire inflation 
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for three
hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1 mile or
1.5 km under that condition
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicl e with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight
optional engine
Maximum inflation 
pressure
The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Maximum loaded 
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1 that follows
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the stan -
dard items which they replace, not previously considered
in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and
special trim
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg)
times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity

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6-2. Owner’s customize
Customizable features
ItemFunctionDefaultsettingAfter
customization
Wireless remote 
control 
(  P.12
)
Door unlock function
One push
unlocks
driver’s door; second push
unlocks all doors
Ask your Lexus dealer
Open door warning function
(when locking the vehicle)ONOFF
Automatic door locking function (if
a door is not opened after being
unlocked)
30 seconds60 seconds
Operation indicator lightONOFF
Trunk unlock functionAsk your Lexus dealer
Door lock 
(  P.15
)
Unlock function
One push
unlocks
driver’s door; second push
unlocks all doors
Ask your Lexus dealer
Automatic door locking function
Shift position
detecting
automatic door lock
function
Speed detect -
ing automatic
door loc
k func-
tion
Shift position
and brake
pedal detect -
ing automatic
door loc
k func-
tion
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized
to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized
equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .............................................................162
ABS ABS ........................................................... 140
Warning light ....................................... 330
Adaptive front lighting system Adaptive front lighting system ........ 112
Warning light ....................................... 330
Air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning 
system .................................................... 162
Air conditioning filters ..................... 289
Rear air conditioning ......................... 172
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 62
Airbag precautions 
for your child ....................................... 66
Airbag warning light ........................ 330
Curtain shield air bag operating 
conditions.............................................. 62
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................................... 66
General airbag precautions ........... 66
Locations of airbags.............................. 61
Modification and disposal 
of airbags................................................ 72
Side airbag 
operating conditions ....................... 62
Side airbag precautions .................... 69
Alarm ............................................................ 55
AM/FM radio........................................... 176
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system.................... 140
Warning light ....................................... 330
Ashtrays ....................................................... 211
Audio system Antenna .................................................... 176Cassette player ....................................
182
CD changer........................................... 185
Optimal use ............................................. 191
Radio ......................................................... 176
Rear controller...................................... 193
Steering switch ..................................... 195
Auto anti-glare mirror ........................... 42
Automatic air conditioning 
system ......................................................162
Automatic headlight leveling 
system Automatic headlight leveling 
system...................................................... 112
Warning light....................................... 330
Automatic light control 
system .........................................................111
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .................... 98
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 205
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 314
Wattage .................................................. 372
Battery Checking................................................ 273
If the battery is discharged ........... 356
Preparing and checking  before winter...................................... 149
Brake Brake assist system ............................ 140
Fluid ........................................................... 270
Parking brake........................................ 102
Warning light/buzzer ..................... 328
Brake lights Wattage .................................................. 372A
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Driving position memory ......................25
Dynamic radar/laser 
cruise control ....................................... 129
ECT Pattern select switch ......................... 99
Electronically modulated 
air suspension ...................................... 138
Engine Compartment ..................................... 262
Hood........................................................ 260
How to start the engine..................... 94
If your vehicle will not start............ 353
Ignition switch......................................... 94
Malfunction indicator lamp........... 330
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 367
Checking ............................................... 268
Preparing and checking 
before winter ......................................149
Engine coolant temperature 
gauge....................................................... 103
Engine immobilizer system.................. 54
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 366
Checking ............................................... 263
Preparing and checking 
before winter ......................................149
Event data recorder ............................ 326
First-aid kit net........................................ 227
Fog lights Switch .......................................................... 113
Wattage.................................................. 372
Floor lights ................................................ 198Floor mats ................................................
224
Fluid Brake ........................................................ 270
Power steering .................................... 272
Washer.................................................... 277
Front passenger's seat
belt 
reminder light ..................................... 332
Front seats Adjustment ............................................... 22
Fuel Capacity ................................................ 366
Fuel gauge .............................................. 103
Information ............................................ 373
Low fuel level warning light ........... 331
Refueling ..................................................... 51
Fuel filler door ............................................. 51
Fuel pump shut off system................. 325
Fuses Blade ...................................................... 298
Cartridge............................................... 309
Gas station information ..................... 402
Garage door opener .......................... 232
Gauge and meter.................................. 103
Glove box ................................................ 202
Glove compartment light Wattage .................................................. 372
Graphic information ............................ 109
Head restraints Adjusting..................................................... 31
Headlight aim ............................................ 311
Headlight cleaner.................................... 117
Headlights Operation ................................................. 110
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Alphabetical index
Load limits .................................................148
Luggage net ............................................ 227
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 256
General maintenance ..................... 252
Maintenance data.............................. 364
Maintenance requirements .......... 250
Meter Instrument panel light 
control................................................... 104
Meters ...................................................... 103
Mirrors Auto anti-glare mirror ......................... 42
Side mirror heaters ............................. 170
Side mirrors ............................................. 43
Vanity mirrors...................................... 209
Moon roof ................................................... 48
Multi-information display Cruise information .............................. 107
Graphic information ......................... 109
Warning messages .......................... 334
Odometer ..........
........................................... 103
Oil Engine oil ............................................... 263
Open door warning 
light/buzzer .......................................... 331
Opener Fuel filler door........................................... 51
Hood........................................................ 260
Trunk ............................................................. 19
Outer foot light ....................................... 198
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 43Driving position memory ..................
25
Outside temperature 
display ......................................................216
Overhead console 
Box .......................................................... 203
Overhead lights 
Wattage ................................................ 372
Parking lights Switch .......................................................... 110
Wattage .................................................. 372
Parking brake.......................................... 102
Penlight ..................................................... 230
Personal lights Switch ...................................................... 200
Wattage .................................................. 372
Power outlet ............................................. 214
Power steering fluid ............................. 272
Power windows ........................................ 45
Pre-collision system Per-collision system........................... 143
Warning message ............................ 334
Radiator .................................................... 269
Radio............................................................ 176
RDS .............................................................. 177
Rear air conditioning control............. 172
Rear audio switches ............................. 185
Rear seat position memory ................. 29
Rear seats Adjustment ............................................... 23
Rear view monitor system .................. 123
Rear window defogger ........................ 170
Refleshing rear seat switches .......... 222
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