2010 Lexus GX460 differential

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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)
*: If equipped
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(Flashing)
Automatic High Beam indicator light*
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic high beam system.
(P. 2 2 6 )
(Flashing)
“LDA” indicator light*
Indicates a malfunction in the lane departure alert. 
( P. 2 6 8 )
(Flashing)
Cruise control indicator light*
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system. 
( P. 242, 246)
(Flashing)
Radar cruise control indicator light*
Indicates a malfunction in the Dynamic radar cruise control
system. ( P. 2 4 6 )
Kinetic dynamic suspension system warning light
Malfunction in the kinetic dynamic suspension system.
(Flashing)
Multi-terrain Select indicator light*
Indicates a malfunction in the Multi-terrain Select system.
( P. 2 9 0 )
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system if the
light continues flashing. ( P. 3 1 7 )
Center differential lock indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system if the
light continues flashing. ( P. 3 1 7 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
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 ot her material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Lock the center differential. (  P. 318)
Release the parking brake and shif t 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. 3 3 3 )
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6-1. Specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Electrical system
Front differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factory fill. 
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
Battery
Open voltage* at 
68 F (20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged 
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11.8  12.0 V Discharged 
(
*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity1.48 qt. (1.40 L, 1.23 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential 
Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL5 or equivalent

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Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Rear differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factory
fill. 
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above sp ecification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
Oil capacity2.85 qt. (2.70 L, 2.38 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential 
Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL5 or equivalent

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ....................... 669
Wattage ................................................... 761
Battery Battery......................................................622
Checking ................................................622
If the vehicle has discharged 
battery.................................................... 741
Preparing and checking 
before winter ...................................... 361
Bluetooth
®...................................456, 477
Bottle holders/door pockets........... 520
Brake Fluid ............................................................618
Parking brake ........................................ 193
Brake assist ............................................. 330
Brake in tips .............................................. 169
Brightness control Multi-information display light 
control ................................................... 216
Instrument cluster light control.....196
Care Exterior .................................................. 588
Interior..................................................... 592
Seat belts ............................................... 593
Cargo capacity ..................................... 354
Cargo hooks ...........................................557
Cargo net hooks .................................. 559
CD player/changer .............................. 416
Center differential lock/unlock .......318
Chains......................................................... 361
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition................... 147
Booster seats, installation ................155
Convertible seats, definition .......... 147 Convertible seats, installation ....... 155
Front passenger occupant

classification system ....................... 140
Infant seats, definition .........................147
Infant seats, installation ..................... 155
Installing CRS with lower 
anchorages......................................... 153
Installing CRS with seatbelts ......... 155
Installing CRS with top straps......... 161
Child safety Airbag precautions ............................ 133
Battery precautions .............. 622, 743
Child restraint system ........................147
Child-protectors ................................... 52
How your child should wear 
the seatbelt............................................89
Installing child restraints................... 152
Moon roof precautions....................108
Power window lock switch .............. 101
Power window precautions .......... 103
Removed electronic key 
battery precautions .......................644
Seat belt extender precautions...... 93
Seat belt precautions ..........................90
Seat heater precautions................. 553
Child-protectors ...................................... 52
Cleaning Exterior................................................... 588
Interior .....................................................592
Seat belts ............................................... 593
Clock .........................................................533
Coat hooks ..............................................555
Coin holder .............................................. 519
Compass .................................................. 575
Condenser ................................................617
Console box ............................................ 517
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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

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What to do if...
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Warning lights
P. 6 9 1
or
P. 6 8 6P. 6 8 9
P. 6 8 8
or
P. 6 8 8P. 6 9 1
P. 6 8 8P. 6 8 8
P. 6 9 0P. 6 8 9
P. 6 8 8P. 6 8 9
P. 6 9 0P. 6 8 9
P. 6 8 7P. 6 8 9
P. 6 8 9
or
P. 6 8 7P. 6 8 9
P. 6 9 0P. 6 8 9
P. 6 9 0
Brake system warning lightTire pressure warning light
Kinetic dynami c suspension
system warning light
ABS warning light“PCS” warning light
Master warning light
Slip indicator light“AFS OFF” indicator light
Low fuel level warning lightAutomatic High Beam 
indicator light
SRS warning light“LDA” indicator light
Open door warning lightCruise control indicator
light
Charging system warning
lightRadar cruise control 
indicator light
Malfunction indicator lampMulti-terrain Select 
indicator light
Low speed four-wheel drive
indicator light
Driver’s seat belt reminder 
lightCenter differential lock 
indicator light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light