2010 Lexus GX460 transmission

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5-1. Essential information
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
●Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
●Use only the front emergency towing hooks or towing eyelets when towing your
vehicle.
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
■]To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequa te ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could
be damaged while being towed.
■To prevent body damage when to wing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent causing serious damage to th e transmission and transfer in emer-
gency towing
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause
serious damage to the transmission.
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.

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5-1. Essential information
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
In a crash or a near car crash eventThe SRS airbag sensor ass embly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near
car crash event, this devic e may record some or all of the following infor-
mation:
● Engine speed
● Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
● Vehicle speed
● To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
● Position of the transmission shift lever
● Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
● Driver’s seat position
● SRS airbag deployment data
● SRS airbag system diagnostic data
● Front passenger’s occupant classification
The information abov e is intended to be used for the purpose of improv-
ing vehicle safety performance. Unlike general da ta recorders, the EDR
does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warning indicates the po ssibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an ac cident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Failing 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.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
while the engine is running.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampMalfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.

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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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6-1. Specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Fluid capacity*
With 
air-cooled type
AT F c o o l e r
11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp.qt.)
Without 
air-cooled type
AT F c o o l e r
11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “T oyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration and,
ultimately, damage to th e vehicle’s transmission.

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6-1. Specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Chassis lubrication
Steering
Tires and wheels
Propeller shafts
Spiders
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base multipur-
pose grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Ti r e s i z eP265/60R18 109H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation
pressure)
Driving under normal conditions 
Front: 
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear: 
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Spare: 
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size18  7 1 /2 J
Wheel nut torque83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.5 kgf•m)

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CFront automatic air conditioning 
system ..................................................384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system ................................................. 400
ABS............................................................ 330
Active traction control......................... 331
Adaptive front lighting system ........ 223
Adaptive variable suspension 
system...................................................... 316
AFS ............................................................. 223
Air conditioning filter ..........................640
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .......................640
Front automatic air conditioning 
system ..................................................384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system ................................................. 400
Airbags Airbag deployment 
conditions............................................. 126
Airbag precautions for your 
child.........................................................133
Airbag warning light ....................... 688
Front passenger occupant 
classification system....................... 140
General airbag precautions .......... 132
Locations of airbags.............................121
Modification and disposal of 
airbags ................................................... 137
Proper driving po sture ...................... 119
Side airbag precautions ................... 134
Side and curtain shield airbags 
deployment conditions ................. 126
Side and curtain shield airbag 
precautions .........................................135
SRS airbags ..............................................121 Alarm ............................................................ 116
Antenna ......................................................413
Anti-lock brake system ......................330
Armrest .................................................... 554
Audio input................................................451
Audio system
Antenna.................................................... 413
Audio input............................................. 451
AUX adapter ........................................ 451
CD player/changer ........................... 416
MP3/WMA disc................................424
Optimal use ......................................... 449
Portable music player ....................... 451
Radio ....................................................... 408
Steering wheel audio switch........ 452
USB memory ...................................... 440
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ....................... 640
Front automatic air conditioning 
system.................................................. 384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system.................................................. 400
Automatic light control system....... 220
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ...................186
If the shift lever cannot be shifted 
from P ...................................................736
S mode .....................................................189
AUX adapter ...........................................451
Auxiliary box .............................. 525, 559
AVS..............................................................316
Back door Back door .................................................54
Wireless remote control .................. 48A
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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
SeatsAdjustment .............................64, 68, 79
Adjustment 
precautions ......................... 67, 77, 82
Child seats/child restraint 
system installation ............................ 152
Cleaning ................................................ 592
Driver’s seat position memory .......79
Folding down the second 
seatbacks ........................................70, 71
Folding down the third seats ........... 73
Head restraint ........................................ 83
Properly sitting in the seat.................119
Seat heaters............................................551
Seat position memory .........................79
Ventilated seats ....................................551
Service reminder indicators .............198
Shift lever Automatic transmission....................186
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ................................... 736
Shift lever lighting.................................... 511
Shift lock system ....................................736
Side airbags ................................................121
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ...........665, 667
Switch ...................................................... 220
Wattage ................................................... 761
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ..........................97
Mirror position memory ....................79
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670 Smart access system with

push-button start Antenna location ................................... 32
Entry functions ........................................ 29
Starting the engine ..............................179
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 760
Storage location .................................720
Spark plug................................................ 755
Specifications .........................................750
Speedometer .......................................... 195
Steering Column lock release......................... 183
Fluid.......................................................... 760
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................... 94
Audio switches....................................452
Heated steering wheel ................... 549
Steering wheel position 
memory .................................................. 79
Stop light Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670
Storage feature....................................... 515
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 747
Sun visors .................................................. 531
Switch “ENGINE START STOP” 
switch......................................................179
Engine switch .........................................179
“2nd STRT” switch..............................188
Center differential lock/unlock  switch..................................................... 318
“DAC” switch....................................... 327
Emergency flasher Switch............. 674