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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel selection:
Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of
premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended.
Fuel tank capacity:
96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 lmp.gal.)
Engine oil:
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended oil viscosity − SAE 5W−30 if normal
temperatures are below 38 C (100F)
Oil capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.)
Drain and refill with filter 6.8 (7.2, 6.0)
without filter 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)
See page 410 for detailed information.
Engine coolant:
Capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) 15.4 (16.3, 13.6)
Coolant type − “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” 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.)
Do not use plain water alone.
For checking the engine coolant, see page 413.
Automatic transmission:
Fluid type − “Toyota Genuine ATF Type WS”
Tire information:
See page 424 through 443 for detailed information.
Tire inflation pressure:
Tire size: P275/60R18 111H
cold tires
kPa (kgf/cm
2 or bar, psi)
Normal driving Trailer towing
Front tires 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32) . . . . . .
Rear tires 220 (2.2, 32) 240 (2.4, 35) . . . . . .
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AUDIO
227
Each time you push the
“
” or “” button, the program type
changes as in the following:
ROCK
EASY LIS (Easy listening)
CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz)
R&B (Rhythm and Blues)
INFORM (Information)
RELIGION
MISC
ALERT (Emergency message)
Push the “SEEK TRACK” or “SCAN” button with the program
type shown on the display and the radio seeks or scans the
station in the relevant program type.
TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly
broadcasts traffic information is automatically located.
When you push the “TRAF” button, “TRAF SEEK” appears on
the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program
station.
If no traf fic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears
on the display for a few seconds and the display returns to the
previous mode. Radio text message:
21x557
If the radio receives a radio text from RDS station, “MSG”
appears on the display. Push the “TEXT” button, and a text
message is displayed.
If the entire the message is not displayed, “
” will appear on
the display. To display the rest of the message, push and hold
the “TEXT” button until you hear a beep.
After the entire message has been displayed, the message will
disappear.
In case a text message is not accepted on the display, you can
push the “TEXT” button and hold it to display the rest of the
message.
When the system can show the station name, “RDS” appears
on the display. Each time you push the “TEXT” button,
indication on the display changes from the band to the station
name, a radio text in this order. After 6 seconds passes,
indication returns to the band.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
292Depressing
the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the lights.
It is normal if they go off after a few seconds.
When the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and “VSC OFF” indicator
light come on, the vehicle stability control system is not
operating, but there is no problem if you continue to drive.
In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer:
The “VSC/TRAC” warning light, “VSC OFF” indicator light
and slip indicator light do not come on after the ignition is
turned to on.
The “VSC/TRAC” warning light and “VSC OFF” indicator
light remain on after the ignition is turned to on.
The “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on while driving
without pushing the center differential lock switch.
CAUTION
Active traction control system, vehicle stability
control system and anti lock brake system are
electronic systems designed to help the driver
maintain control under adverse conditions. They are
not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors
including speed, road conditions and driver steering
input can all affect whether active traction control
system, vehicle stability control system and
anti lock brake system will be effective in preventing
a loss of control. Always keep safety driving in mind.
If the slip indicator light flashes, sounding an alarm,
special care should be taken while driving.
Only use tires of specified size. The size,
manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires
should be the same. If you use the tires other than
specified, or different type or size, the vehicle
stability control system may not function correctly.
When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your
Lexus dealer. (See “Checking and replacing tires” on
page 438.)
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STARTING AND DRIVING
303
If the tire pressure warning light blinks...
31x609
If the tire pressure warning light blinks when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, the tire pressure
warning system is not working properly.
The system will be disabled in the following conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work
properly.)
If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters are used.
If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters is not registered.
If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave
frequencies are nearby.
If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is
installed.
If the tire pressure warning select switch is set to a dif ferent
tire setting.
If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular
around the wheels or wheel housings.
If non− genuine Lexus wheels are used.
If tire chains are used.
If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave
signal reception.
If the tire inflation pressure is 500 kPa (5.1 kgf/cm2
or bar,
73 psi) or higher.
If the tire pressure warning light blinks frequently when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, have it checked
by your Lexus dealer.
Even if you use genuine wheels, the tire pressure warning
system may not work properly with some types of tires.
Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch should not turn
off the tire pressure warning light.
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SECTION 6 – 3
417
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Chassis
Specifications418
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Checking brake fluid 421
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Checking power steering fluid 422
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Checking suspension fluid AHC 423
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Checking tire inflation pressure 424
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Tire information 428
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Types of tires 436
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Rotating tires 437
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Checking and replacing tires 438
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Installing snow tires and chains 440
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Replacing wheels 442
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Aluminum wheel precautions 443
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Suspension and chassis 443
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CHASSIS
420– STEERING
Free play
Less than 40 mm (1.6 in.)
Power steering fluidAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRONII or III
– SUSPENSION
Fluid type
Suspension fluid AHC
– TIRES AND WHEELS
Tire sizeP275/60R18 111H
Tire inflation pressure
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure
Normal driving
Trailer towing
Front 200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm2 or bar, 29 psi)
Rear 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi)
Spare 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi)
Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 32 psi)
Rear 240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar, 35 psi)
Spare 240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar, 35 psi)
Wheel size18 x 8J
Wheel nut torque131 N·m (13.4 kgf·m, 97 ft·lbf.)
NOTE:
For complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wh\
eels), see “Checking tire inflation pressure”
through “Aluminum wheel precautions” on page 424 through 443.
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CHASSIS
424
NOTICE
Only use the Suspension fluid AHC for the active height
control suspension. If you fill other fluids such as brake
fluid, power steering fluid, engine oil, etc., the active
height control suspension could be damaged.
CHECKING TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
63x600b
Type A
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CHASSIS
425
Type B
The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire
size and the combined weight of occupants and
cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described on the
tire and loading information label.
You should check the tire inflation pressure every two
weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget the
spare! The pressure for the spare tire should be 220 kPa
(2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 32 psi).
The following instructions for checking tire inflation
pressure should be observed:
The inflation 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.
Always use a tire pressure gauge. The appearance
of the tire can be misleading. Besides, tire inflation
pressures that are even just a few pounds off can
degrade ride and handling.
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.