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Vehicle specifications
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Lubrication system■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W-30 is not available,
SAE 10W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil
change.
The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of the oil
which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for
easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehicle
is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference)
With filter
Without filter
6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 Imp.qt.)
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature
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How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
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Electrical system
Differential
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at fac-
tory fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an
equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please con-
tact your Lexus dealer for further details.
12 volt battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6 12.8V Fully charged
12.2 12.4V Half charged
11.8 12.0V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
hybrid system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
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Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Intuitive parking assist
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 5 3 1
Engine oil maintenance
data•After changing engine oilP. 4 4 2
Ti r e p r e s s u r e w a r n i n g
system• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed
or load weight, etc.
P. 4 5 4
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
the vehicle.
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DoorsDoor lock.................................. 39, 51, 54
Rear door child protector ................ 55
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ...... 512
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 66
Driving
Correct posture .................................... 101
Procedures ............................................ 138
DVD player/changer..........................283
Electric power steering ....................... 214
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ................... 550
Replacing battery ...............................472
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ............... 510
If a warning message is displayed ............................................. 519
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ................... 550
If the hybrid system
will not start ....................................... 547
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P”................................548
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged .......................................553
If you have a flat tire ............ 536, 546
If you lose your keys.........................549
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 507
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 560
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................................... 501
If your vehicle overheats ................ 557
Energy monitor......................................... 29 Engine
ACCESSORY mode .....................149
Compartment ..................................... 438
Hood ....................................................... 435
How to start the hybrid system..................................... 148
If the hybrid system will not start ........................................547
Overheating ........................................ 557
Power (ignition) switch .................... 148
Engine compartment cover ............. 439
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 159
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................................ 569
Checking................................................444
Preparing and checking before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 567
Checking............................................... 440
Preparing and checking
before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 442
Enhanced vehicle stability control .....................................................214
Event data recorder ............................508
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 392
Floor mats ..................................................391
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 446
Washer..................................................... 451
Fog lights
Switch .........................................................172
Wattage ..................................................573
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Inside rear view mirror ..........................82
Instrument panel light control........... 160
Interior lightsInterior lights......................................... 370
Wattage.................................................. 573
Intuitive parking assist .......................... 195
Jack
Positioning a floor jack.................... 436
Vehicle-equipped jack ...................536
Jack handle ..............................................536
Keyless entry............................................... 51
Keys If the electronic key does not operate properly ................... 550
If you lose your keys.........................549
Key number plate ................................. 35
Keys ............................................................. 35
Mechanical key...................................... 35
Power (ignition) switch.................... 148
Wireless remote control key ............ 51
Lexus Link System ................................404
Light bulbs Replacing ............................................... 492
Wattage.................................................. 573
Light sensitive optitron meter .............161
Lights Fog light switch..................................... 172
Headlights switch ................................169
Interior lights list.................................. 369
Replacing light bulbs........................ 492
Turn signal lever .................................. 156
Vanity lights ......................................... 380
Wattage.................................................. 573 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself ma intenance..........432
General maintenance..................... 428
Maintenance data ............................. 564
Maintenance requirements...........426
Meter
Instrument panel light control .......160
Meters....................................................... 159
Micro dust and pollen filter .............. 252
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......................82
Side mirror heater............................. 256
Side mirrors............................................. 83
Vanity mirrors .....................................380
Moon roof...................................................88
MP3 disc.................................................. 279
Multi-information display ....................166
Noise from under the vehicle...............18
Odometer ................................................ 159
Oil Engine oil............................................... 440
Opener
Fuel filler door .......................................... 91
Hood ....................................................... 435
Trunk........................................................... 59
Outer foot lights.................................... 369
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 83
Mirror position memory ....................66
Outside temperature
display .................................................... 382
Overhead console ............................... 375
Overheating, Engine .......................... 557
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TransmissionIf the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...............................548
Mode select switch ............................ 153
“S” mode .................................................. 154
Transmission .......................................... 152
Trip meter.................................................. 159
Trunk Opener...................................................... 59
Trunk light ................................................ 60
Wattage ................................................. 573
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 492
Switch ........................................................156
Wattage ................................................. 573
Vanity lights Vanity lights ..........................................380
Wattage ................................................. 573
Vanity mirrors........................................ 380
Variable gear ratio steering .............. 215
Vehicle dynamics
integrated management .................. 215
Vehicle identification number ........ 565
Vehicle load limits.................................. 231
Ventilators............................................... 386
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................................ 510
Downshifting..........................................155
Open door ............................................ 512
Seat belt reminder .............................. 512 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ...................... 511
Brake system......................................... 510
Charging system................................. 510
Electric power steering warning light ........................................ 511
Electronically controlled brake system ................ 511
Low fuel level ........................................ 512
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 511
Master warning light.......................... 513
Open door ............................................. 512
Pre-collision system............................. 511
Seat belt reminder light.................... 512
SRS airbags.............................................. 511
Tire pressure warning light ............ 512
Warning messages Anti-lock brake system ...................... 511
Brake assist .............................................. 511
Charging system................................. 510
Dynamic radar cruise control..................................... 521
Engine oil level ....................................526
Engine oil maintenance ..................526
Engine oil pressure ............................ 519
Headlight............................................... 520
Hood ........................................................524
Hybrid system...........................519, 528
Intuitive parking assist .................................. 521, 521, 531
Moon roof .............................................525
Open door ............................................524
Parking brake ......................................525
Pre-collision system................521, 527
Refueling................................................ 530
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