2010 Lexus GX460 lock

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_CANADA (OM60F29U)
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 ov er, 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.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or tool.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions
Use the mechanical key ( →P. 2 6 )
in order to perform the following
operations (driver’s door only):
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
*
Unlocks the door
Tu r n i n g t h e k e y r e a r w a r d u n l o c k s
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Opens the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
*
*
: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(→ P. 40) or the electronic key cann ot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened or
the engine can be started by following the procedure below.
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Lock the center differential. (→ P. 318)
Release the parking brake and shift the shift lever to the D or R
position and carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your
attempts to free the vehicle. ( →P. 333)
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
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6-1. Specifications
GX460_CANADA (OM60F29U)■
Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Fuel
Model1UR-FE
Ty p e8-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70 × 3.27 in. (94.0 × 83.0 mm)
Displacement281.2 cu.in. (4608 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity23.0 gal. (87 L, 19.1 Imp.gal)
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GX460_CANADA (OM60F29U)
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.
Fluid capacity*
Wi th
air-cooled type
ATF cooler
11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp.qt.)
Without
air-cooled type
ATF cooler
11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration and,
ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.
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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
GX460_CANADA (OM60F29U)
Customizable featuresVehicles with a navigation system: Settings that can be changed using
the screen of the navigation system
Vehicles with a navigation system: Settings that can be changed using
the menu switch and the “ENTER” switch
Vehicles without a navigation system: Settings that can be changed
using the menu switch and the “ENTER” switch
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, – =Not available
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Door lock
(→ P. 5 1 ,
738)
Unlock on Sec-
ond Key Turn
(Allows all
doors to be
unlocked by
turning the
mechanical key
once in the
driver’s door)
*1
Driver’s
door
unlocked in
first step, all
doors
unlocked in
second step
All doors
unlocked in
first step
O––O
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Door lock
(→ P. 5 1 ,
738)
SPEED SENSI-
TIVE AUTO.
LOCK
(All doors are
automatically
locked when
vehicle speed is
approximately
12 mph
[20 km/h] or
higher)
OffOnO–OO
SHIFT-LINKED
AUTOMATIC
LOCK
(All doors are
automatically
locked when
shifting the shift
lever to position
other than P)
OnOffO–OO
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
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