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■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflatio n pressure of the compact spare tire.
( P. 505)
■Tr e a d l i f e
The compact spare tire can be used many times, if necessary. It has tread life of up
to 3000 miles (4
800 km) depending on road conditions and your driving habits.
When treadwear indicato rs appear on the tire, replace the tire. ( P. 3 9 1 )
■When using the compact spare tire
As the spare tire is not equipped with th e
tire pressure warning valve and transmit-
ter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be warned. Also, if you replace the
comp
act spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains
on.
■ Compact spare tire
The compact tire saves space in your luggage compartment, and its
lighter weight helps to enhance fuel economy and permits easier
installation in case of a flat tire.
The compact spare tire is
designed for tempor
ary emer-
gency use only.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Replacing a flat tire
Chock the tires.
Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one
turn).
STEP1
Flat tireWheel chock positions
FrontLeft-hand sideBehind the rear right-hand side tire
Right-hand sideBehind the rear left-hand side tire
Rear
Left-hand sideIn front of the front right-hand side tire
Right-hand sideIn front of the front left-hand side tire
STEP2
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Turn the tire jack portion “A” by
hand until the notch of the jack is in
contact with the jack point.
Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly r
aised off the ground.
Remove all the wh eel nuts and the
tir
e.
When resting the tire on the
ground, place the tire so that the
wheel design faces up to avoid
scratching the wheel surface.
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
P. 9 7), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even wh en the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● Ther
e may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once mor
e following correct starting
procedures.( P. 9 7 )
● Ther
e may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 5 2 )
■ The star
ter motor turns over slow ly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a lo
w vol-
ume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The batter
y may be discharged. (P. 4 9 2 )
● The batter
y terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The star
ter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the batter
y terminals may be disconnected.
● The batter
y may be discharged. (P. 4 9 2 )
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■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical compon ents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■When the battery is removed or discharged
The following systems must be initialized.
●Po w e r w i n d o w s (P. 4 3 )
●Variable gear ratio steering (P. 1 5 9 )
●Tire pressure warning system (P. 3 9 3 )
●Intuitive parking assist (P. 1 3 6)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately five
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the engine s
witch “OFF”.
Maintain the engine speed on th e second v
ehicle and turn the
engine switch to the “IG-ON” mode, then start the vehicle’s
engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine ha s star
ted, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse ord er in which they w
ere con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the ve hicle check
ed at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
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CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any pa rt other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always we ar safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Differential
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C):12.6 12.8V Fully charged
12.2 12.4V Half charged
11.8 12.0V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
GS430GS350 (2WD)GS350 (4WD)
Oil capacity1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
Front: 0.73 qt.
(0.70 L, 0.61 lmp.qt.)
Rear: 1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosityToyota Genuine Synthetic Differential Gear Oil
API GL-5 SAE 75W-85
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Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
A: D4S high-intensity discharge bulbs
B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
E: HB4 halogen bulbs
F: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights (low beam)D4S35A
Headlights (high beam)HB360B
Front turn signal lights21C
Parking lights5D
Fog lightsHB451E
Front side marker light1945D
Rear turn signal lights21C
Back-up lights92116D
Trunk light5F
InteriorVanity lights8D