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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/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)*2
A door or the trunk is not
fully closed.
Check that all doors and the
trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Remaining fuel
(Approximately 3.2 gal. [12
L, 2.6 Imp.gal.] or less)
Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light (warning buzzer)*3
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt.Fasten the seat belt.
(on the center panel)
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)*
3
Warns the front passenger to
fasten his/her seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure.Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure.
When the light comes on after
blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pres-
sure warning system.
Have the system checked by
your Lexus dealer.
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CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Vehicles with standard tires:
• Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflationpressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is
flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest
Lexus dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
●Vehicles with run-flat tires:
• Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h).
• Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have the tire replaced by
the nearest Lexus dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do no t use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts. Oil and grease may
cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to bolt or disc wheel
damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the
wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or grease from the
wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5
kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and the wheels
may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
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If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with run-flat tires)
■In some condition (such as at high temperatures)
You can not continue driving for up to 100 miles (160 km).
■Spare tire
A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle with run-flat tires.
■If you cannot distinguish between standard tires and run-flat tires
Consult your Lexus dealer.
■For detailed information on run-flat tires
See the tire warranty book.
NOTICE
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tire s or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressu re warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
Take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer as
soon as possible.
■ Run-flat tires (A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall)
You can continue driving the
vehicle with run-flat tires even if
any tire goes flat.
The vehicle is able to run for a
maximum of 100 miles (160 km)
at a speed below 55 mph (90
km/h) after the tire pressure
warning light comes on.
(→P. 5 0 9 )
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Tire information
Ty p i c a l t i r e s y m b o l s
Tire size(→ P. 5 7 9 )
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (→ P. 5 7 8 )
Location of treadwear indicators (→ P. 4 3 8 )
Run-flat tire (RFT) or standard tire (→ P. 541)
This vehicle can be equipped with either run-flat tires (RFT) or standard
tires. A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall of the run-flat tire.
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 5 3 1 /541If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 8 4Immobilizer system
P. 5 4 2If the engine will not start
P. 5 4 8If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 5 4 3If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 552If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 4 4If you lose your keys
The 12 volt battery runs outP. 5 4 8If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 4Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 6Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 5 5If the vehicle becomes stuck
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 4 2 1
Trunk opener
P. 4 9
Fuel filler door
P. 8 1
Hood lock release lever
P. 4 2 1
Fuel filler door opener
P. 8 1
Tire inflation pressure
P. 5 7 0
Fuel tank capacity18.7 gal. (71 L, 15.6 Imp.gal.)
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline onlyP. 82, 561
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 7 0
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
With filter
Without filterqt. (L, Imp.qt.)
GS460 GS350 (2WD) GS350 (4WD)
9.1 (8.6, 7.6) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.7 (6.4, 5.6)
8.9 (8.4, 7.4) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2) 6.3 (6.0, 5.3)
Engine oil type“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 562
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