2007 Lexus GX470 brake fluid

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehi cle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Brake system warning light
•Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or
flash. If a light turns on or flashes, bu t then turns off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
ABS warning lightMalfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
VSC/TRAC warning lightMalfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The active traction control system;
• The downhill assist control system; or
• The hill-start assist control system.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning lightIndicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature
is too high.
Unengaged “Park” warning lightMalfunction in the transmission “Park” mechanism.
(if equipped)
Kinetic dynamic suspension system warning lightMalfunction in the kinetic dynamic suspension system.

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6-1. Specifications
Transmission
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110lbf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake adjustment when depressed with a force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44lbf).
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill
3.2 qt. (3.0 L, 2.6 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “T oyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *12.0 in. (52 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake adjustment *25  7 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ........ 162
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........ 132
Active traction control......................... 132
Air conditioning system (A/C)Air conditioning filter .........................315
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 162
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 59
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 64
Airbag warning light ........................348
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 66
General airbag precautions ........... 63
Locations of airbags............................ 56
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 67
Side airbag precautions .................... 65
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 59
SRS airbags ............................................. 56
Alarm ............................................................. 51
Antenna .......................................... 178, 269
Armrest ..................................................... 243
Ashtrays .................................................... 237
Audio system Antenna ....................................................178
CD player/changer ............................ 181
DVD information ...............................209
DVD player ..........................................200
DVD video/audio .............................205
MP3/WMA disc ................................ 188
Optimal use............................................194
Radio .......................................................... 173
Rear sear entertainment system ..................................................200 Steering switches ................................198
Video CD ................................................212
Automatic light control system............111
Automatic transmission ........................ 98
BA (Brake Assist)...................................132
Back door ...................................................... 11
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 386
Battery Battery .................................................... 299
Checking............................................... 299
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 370
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 146
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 296
Parking brake........................................ 102
Care Exterior .................................................... 272
Interior...................................................... 274
Seat belts ................................................275
Cargo capacity....................................... 140
Cargo hooks .......................................... 245
CD player ................................................... 181
Center differential lock ......................... 121
Chains ......................................................... 147
Child-protectors..........................................7
Child restraint system (CRS) Definition ................................................... 74
Installation ................................................. 77
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ............................................ 81
Installing CRS with seatbelts ...........78A
B
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Alphabetical index
Electronic modulated suspension .. 129
Emergency, in case ofIf a warning light turns on .............. 347
If the engine will not start........................................................ 367
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................368
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................................... 370
If you have a flat tire .........................356
If you lose your keys.........................369
If you think something is wrong ................................................... 343
If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 375
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................338
If your vehicle overheats ................ 373
Engine Compartment ..................................... 287
Hood........................................................286
How to start the engine..................... 95
If the engine will not start........................................................ 367
Overheating......................................... 373
Engine compartment cover ............ 288
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 103
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 382
Checking ............................................... 294
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................146
Engine immobilizer system.................. 49 Engine oil
Capacity .................................................. 381
Checking............................................... 289
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 146
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 292
Event data recorder ............................ 345
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 246
Flat key .............................................................2
Floor mats ................................................ 244
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 296
Power steering ....................................297
Washer..................................................... 301
Fog lights Switch .......................................................... 113
Wattage ................................................. 386
Foot light .................................................. 225
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ...................................... 351
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 69
Front seats Adjustment ................................................ 13
Driving position memory .................. 24
Front turn signal lights Wattage ................................................. 386
Fuel Capacity ................................................380
Fuel gauge .............................................. 103
Gas station information ................... 416
Information ........................................... 387
Refueling ....................................................46
Fuel filler door ........................................... 46
Fuses ............................................................321E
F

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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersSeat belt reminder .............................. 351
Warning lights “AIRBAG ON/OFF” indicators..............................................106
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 349
Brake system ........................................347
Charging system ............................... 348
Downhill assist control indicator................................................106
Engine oil replacement reminder light...................................350
Height control indicator...................106
Low engine oil pressure ................ 348
Low fuel level.......................................350
Low washer fluid................................350
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 348
Open door ...........................................350
Seat belt reminder light .................... 351
SRS airbags .......................................... 348
Tire pressure warning light............. 351
Unengaged “P” .................................. 349
“VSC TRAC” ...................................... 349
Warning reflector holder...................246
Washer Checking .................................................301
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 146
Switch .......................................................... 114
Washing and waxing ........................... 272
Weight Cargo capacity ....................................140
Load limits ............................................... 144
Weight .................................................... 378 Wheels ....................................................... 313
Window glasses ........................................41
Window lock switch .................................41
Windows
Power windows ....................................... 41
Rear window defogger.................... 169
Washer ...................................................... 114
Windshield wipers ...................................... 114
Winter driving tips ................................. 146
Wireless remote control Locking/Unlocking ................................ 4
Replacing the battery.........................317
WMA disc ................................................ 188W

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What to do if...
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 3 4 7If the warning light turns on
■Warning lights
or orv
P. 3 4 7P. 3 4 8
P. 3 5 1
or
P. 3 4 9P. 3 5 1
P. 3 4 9P. 3 5 1
P. 3 5 0P. 3 4 9
P. 3 4 8P. 3 4 9
P. 3 5 0P. 3 4 9
P. 3 4 8P. 3 5 0
P. 3 4 8
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
ABS warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
“VSC/TRAC” warning lightTire pressure warning light
Kinetic dynami c suspension
system warning lightLow fuel level warning light
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature warning lightSRS warning light
Open door warning lightUnengaged “Park” warning
light
Charging system warning
lightLow washer fluid warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning light