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Glove boxOpen (push button)
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the headlight switch is on.
■Trunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. ( →P. 4 2 )
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
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Console boxPull up the lever to release the
lock.
Slide armrest.
Lift the armrest to open.
■Console box light
The console box light turns on when the headlight switch is on.
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
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Stolen vehicle location assistance
If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-800-25-
LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free) and select the option for Lexus Link.
To protect subscribers’ privacy, the location of a vehicle will not be provided to
anyone other than a law enforcement authority.
Remote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock
The remote operations are performed by contacting the Lexus Link Call
Center from the outside of the vehicle. When necessary, call the Lexus Link
Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free) and
select the option for Lexus Link.
● In the case that you forget to lock the vehicle or you are locked out, the
Lexus Link Call Center can send a signal to lock or unlock the vehicle
remotely.
● In the case that you forget where you parked the vehicle, such as in a
large parking lot, the Lexus Link Call Center can send a signal to flash the
headlights and sound the horn to help you locate the vehicle.
When contacting the Lexus Link Call Center from the outside of the vehicle,
you need the Lexus Link PIN (Personal Identification Number). Write the PIN
down and carry it with you.
Other services
Press the button in the vehicle or call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-
800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free), and then select the option
for Lexus Link. The services provided will depend on the service plan level.
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4-1. Maintenance and care .............................. 388
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 388
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............... 391 4-2. Maintenance .................. 394
Maintenance requirements........................ 394
General maintenance .......... 396
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................... 399
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ................ 400
Do-it-yourself service precautions ........................... 400
Hood .......................................... 403
Positioning a floor jack ......... 404
Engine compartment ........... 406
Tires............................................. 421
Tire inflation pressure............ 431
Wheels ...................................... 435
Air conditioning filter ........... 437
Electronic key battery.......... 440
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................ 442
Headlight aim .......................... 467
Light bulbs................................ 470
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Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism• Can the vehicle be hold securely on an incline with the shift lever in “P”?
Brake pedal
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Brakes
• Pulls to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Function properly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? ( →P. 4 6 7 )
Pa r k i n g b r a ke
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on an
incline?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (→P. 4 0 9 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 4 4 2 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Headlight aim ( →P. 4 6 7 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (→P. 4 1 5 )
Tire inflation pressure ( →P. 4 3 1 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( →P. 4 2 0 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel
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■Engine compartment (Type B)
GS460
FuseAmpereCircuit
1FR CTRL-B25H-LP UPR and HORN
2A/F15Exhaust system
3ETCS10Electronic throttle control system
4ALT-S7. 5 Charging system
5INJ225
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
6H-LP CLN30Headlight cleaner
7STB-AM30
8DEICER25
9FR CTRL-AM30FR TAIL, FR FOG and WASHER
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FuseAmpereCircuit
10IG210Ignition system, noise filter and ECT
ECU
11EFI NO.210
Fuel system, exhaust system, multi-
port fuel injection system/sequential
multiport fuel injection system, elec-
tronic engine control system, leak
detection pump
12H-LP R LWR15Headlight low beam (right)
13H-LP L LWR15Headlight low beam (left)
14F/ P M P25Fuel system
15EFI25
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, ECT ECU
16INJ25
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
17H-LP UPR15Headlight high beams
18HORN10Horns
19WA S H E R20Windshield wipers and washer
20FR TAIL10Parking lights, side marker light
21FR FOG15Front fog lights
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