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ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine coolant level (P. 2 8 2 )
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene gly-
col based non-silicate, non-amine,
non-nitrite and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 50% coolant and
50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 55% coolant and
45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool-
ant)
Engine oil level ( P. 2 7 7 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
•Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Power steering fluid ( P. 2 8 6 )
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON®II or III
•Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power
steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 2 8 3 )
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Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven arou nd 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min-
utes, or slightly longer in frig id temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run for about five hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C]).
■ Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, Clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
5
When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the malfunction repaired immediately.After taking the specified steps to co rrect the suspected problem, check
that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light
Malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
and
Vehicle stability control system and active traction control
system warning lightMalfunction in:
• The VSC system; or
• The active traction control system.
Variable gear ratio stee ring system warning light
Malfunction in the variable gear ratio steering system.
Lexus night view system warning light The bulb for the near-infrared floodlight is burned out.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning lightThe automatic transmission fluid temperature is too high.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning lightA door is not fully closed.Check that all doors are
closed.
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6-1. Specifications
Automatic transmission
Tr a n s f e r
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when pulled wi th a force of 44 lbf (196 N, 20 kgf).
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill
3.2 qt. (3.0 L, 2.6 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deteriora-
tion in shift quality, locking up of your tr ansmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transm ission of your vehicle.
Oil capacity1.4 qt. (1.3 L, 1.1 lmp.qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended oil viscositySAE75W-90
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *14.57 in. (116 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 lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake adjustment *24 6 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
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Vehicle specifications
Chassis lubrication
Steering
Suspension
Wheel bearingsLithium base wheel bearing grease, NLGI
No.2
Steering knucklesMolybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2
Propeller shafts
Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.6 in. (40 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Fluid typeSuspension fluid AHC
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) .........172
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......... 142
Active traction control (TRAC)....... 142
AHC (Active Height Control Suspension) .......................................... 130
Air conditioning filter ......................... 308
Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter ...................... 308
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 172
Rear air conditioning controls...... 180
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 56
Airbag precautions for your child............................................................ 61
Airbag warning light ........................338
Curtain shield airbag precautions ............................................ 61
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 67
General airbag precautions ............. 61
Locations of airbags............................ 54
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 64
Proper driving po sture ............... 52, 61
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch .............................. 65
Side airbag precautions ...................... 61
Side and curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 57
SRS airbags ............................................. 54
Alarm ............................................................ 49
Antenna ..................................................... 193
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......... 142
Armrest .....................................................233
Ashtrays .................................................... 225 Audio system
Antenna ................................................193
Cassette player .................................... 194
CD player/changer ........................... 197
Optimal use ......................................... 204
Radio .........................................................185
Rear seat audio system .................. 209
Steering switches .............................. 206
Automatic air conditioning system ...................................................... 172
Automatic light control system.......... 112
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .................... 98
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 358
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension) .......................................... 138
BA (Brake assist) ....................................142
Back door Back door .................................................... 9
Wireless remote control ...................... 3
Back-up lights Wattage .................................................. 377
Battery Checking............................................... 288
If the battery is discharged .......... 360
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 156
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 284
Parking brake........................................ 103
Brake assist (BA) ....................................142
Break-in tips............................................... 89
Brightness control Instrument light control ....................105A
B
403
Alphabetical index
ReplacingFuses ............................................................311
Light bulbs ............................................ 320
Tires .......................................................... 346
Wireless remote control battery.................................................. 309
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners .................................... 396
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ..................................65
Roof luggage carrier ..............................34
Running board lights............................. 212
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ........................25
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .......................................................26
Child restraint system installation ..............................................75
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts..................................... 263
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ........................................................26
How to wear your seat belt..............24
How your child should wear the seat belt........................................... 27
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use.......................... 27
Reminder light..................................... 340
Seat belt extenders .............................. 28
Seat belt pretensioners.......................26
Seat heaters............................................ 230
Seating capacity .....................................155
Seats Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............................75 Cleaning ................................................. 262
Driving position memory .................... 21
Front seat adjustment ........................... 12
Front seat adjustment
precautions.............................................13
Head restraint ......................................... 23
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 52
Rear seat adjustment.............................14
Rear seat adjustment precautions........................................... 20
Seat heaters ..........................................230
Service reminder indicators ............. 107
Shift lever Automatic transmission .....................98
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 358
Side airbags................................................ 54
Side marker lights Switch.......................................................... 112
Wattage .................................................. 377
Side mirror Adjusting and folding.......................... 32
Driving position memory .................... 21
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................302
Spare tire ................................................346
Spark plug................................................ 372
Specifications .........................................368
Speedometer .......................................... 104
Steering Column lock release...........................96
Fluid.......................................................... 286
Steering wheel Adjustment ...............................................30
Audio switches................................... 206
Driving position memory .................... 21
S
405
Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................................337
Key reminder ....................................... 342
Open door .......................................... 339
Seat belt reminder ............................ 340
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 339
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ...................................... 339
Brake system ........................................337
Charging system ............................... 338
Engine oil replacement reminder .............................................. 341
Lexus night view system ................ 339
Low fuel level....................................... 340
Low washer fluid................................ 340
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 338
Open door ........................................... 339
Seat belt reminder ............................ 340
SRS airbags .......................................... 338
Tire pressure........................................ 340
Unengaged “Park” ........................... 340
Variable gear ratio steering system.................................................. 339
Vehicle stability control system and active traction control
system.................................................. 339
Warning reflector holder.................. 235
Washer Checking ................................................. 291
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................156
Switch ..........................................................115
Washing and waxing .......................... 260 Weight
Cargo capacity ...................................... 151
Load limits .............................................. 155
Weight.................................................... 368
Wheels ......................................................306
Window glasses ...................................... 37
Window lock switch ...............................38
Windows Power quarter windows....................40
Power windows ..................................... 37
Rear window defogger.................... 182
Washer ...................................................... 115
Windshield wipers...................................115
Wireless remote control Replacing the battery...................... 309
Wireless remote control ...................... 3W