2007 LEXUS LX470 hood release

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
For light switch P. 114
Turn signal lever P. 102
Headlight switch P. 112
Windshield wipers and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 115
P. 118
Ignition switch P. 95
Power outlet
P. 228
Cigarette lighter
P. 227
Gauges and meters P. 104
Glove box P. 215
Ashtray P. 225
Hood lock release lever P. 275
Fuel filler door opener P. 44
Cruise control switch P. 120

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Hood
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the hood catch and lift the
hood.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when in specting under the hood of your vehicle
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the
engine is running.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
Add coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. ( P. 3 7 2 )
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 7 5Fuel filler doorP. 4 4
Hood lock release lever P. 2 7 5Fuel filler door openerP. 4 4Tire inflation pressureP. 3 76
Fuel tank capacity25.4 gal. (96 L, 21.1 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 45, 370
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 3 76
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filler 7.2 (6.8, 6.0)
Without filler 6.8 (6.4
, 5.6)
Engine oil type“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 371
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30