2006 LEXUS LS430 automatic transmission fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself maintenancePa r t s a n d t o o l s
Headlight aim 
( P.311)
• Phillips-head screwdriver
Power steering fluid
level
(P. 2 7 2 )
• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON ll or
lll
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and 
condenser 
(P. 2 6 9 )

Tire inflation pressure 
(P. 2 8 3 )
• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d 
(P. 2 7 7 )
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze 
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Power steering fluid
■Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the
appropriate range.
Full line when cold
Add fluid if at or below line
when cold.
Full line when hot
Add fluid if at or below line
when hot.
Hot : If the vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min -
utes (slightly longer in frigid te mper
atures), the fluid is hot (140F -
175
F or 60C - 80C).
Cold : If the engine has not been run for about
five hours, the fluid is cold.
(about room temperature, 50
F - 85F or 10C - 30C).
■ Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items before
checking.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the reservoir cap by tu rning it counter
clockwise and
wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the reservoir cap.
Remove the reservoir cap again and look at the fluid le
vel.
1
2
3
4
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III
ItemsRag or paper towel and funnel (only for adding fluid)

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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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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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