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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
19ECU-IG NO.210 A
Rear window defogger, outside rear
view mirror memory, seat heater/ ven-
tilator switch, inverter relay, air condi-
tioning system, EC mirror, Body ECU,
exhaust gas sensor, parking assist sen-
sor, navigation system, DSS#2 ECU,
meter switch, accessory meter, folding
seat ECU, O/H IG, head light cleaner,
rear air conditioning system, deicer,
4.2-in. display, D-module, rain sensor,
air suspension, RR VLV ECU, steering
heater, LKA
20S/HTR FR20 ASeat heater and ventilator
21P/ S E AT F R30 AFront power seat (right)
22DOOR P30 A
Front power window (passenger’s
side), outside rear view mirror mem-
ory
23DOOR10 APo w e r w i n d o w
24DOOR D25 AFront power window (driver’s side)
25DOOR RR25 ARear power window (right)
26S/ROOF25 AMoon roof
27WIP30 AWindshield wipers and washer
28WA S H E R20 AWindshield wipers and washer, rear
window wipers and washer
29COOLING10 ACool box
FuseAmpereCircuit

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
30IGN10 A
EFI ECU, C/OPN RLY, VSC ECU, air
bag ECU, smart entry & start system,
steering lock ECU, CAN gateway
ECU
31GAUGE7. 5 AMeter
32PA N E L7. 5 A
Emergency flasher switch, seat heater
switch, 4WD switch, center differen-
tial lock switch, rear differential lock
switch, air suspension, VSC off switch,
interior light switch, glove box light,
shift position indicator light, audio sys-
tem, navigation system, steering
switch, parking assist system switch,
headlight leveling switch, headlight
cleaner switch, folding seat switch,
outside rear view mirror switch,
ODO/TRIP switch
33TA I L10 A
Front position lights, tail lights, license
plate lights, EFI ECU, rear fog lights,
towing, front fog lights
FuseAmpereCircuit

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5-1. Essential information
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Emergency towingIf a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or ch ain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet. This should only attempted on hard surfaced roads for short dis-
tances at low speeds. 
A driver must be in the vehicle to s teer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Towing hook (front)
Towing hook (rear)

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5-1. Essential information
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Before emergency towingThe “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the ACCESSORY mode
(engine off) or IGNITION ON mode (engine running).
Put the four-wheel drive control switch in H4. (The center differential is
unlocked.)
Put the vehicle height in the N mode and press height control switch to
turn off the rear height control air suspension.
Shift the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
■Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. 
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always use caution for
the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
●Do not turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off. 
Doing so will lock the steering wheel and prevent operation, possibly causing an
accident and result ing in death or serious injury.
●If the engine is not running, the power assi st for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The
vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may
fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. 
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and
operate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precaution s. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, 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.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may
lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission
system
Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock system

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
being pressed.
Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal
and moving the
steering wheel left
and right.
InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 74 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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