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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
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.
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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.
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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. 323)
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. 3 3 8 )
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Tr a n s f e r
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at the fac-tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or an equiva-
lent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N, 20.0kgf ).
Oil capacity1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*To y o t a G e n u i n e Tr a n s f e r
Gear oil LF or equivalent
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*13.4 in. (86 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*25  7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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6-2. Customization
Customizable features
Customizing vehicle featuresIt is possible to customize certain vehicle features using the menu switch
and the “ENTER” switch.
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When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a
safe place with the shift lever in P and the parking brake set. Press and hold the menu switch to
display customization mode.
Your vehicle includes a variety of electr onic features that can be personal-
ized to suit your preferences. Programming these preferences requires
specialized equipment and may be performed by your Lexus dealer.
It is also possible to customize cert ain vehicle features yourself using the
menu switch and the “ENTER” switch or the screen of the navigation sys-
tem.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other func-
tions being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
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Alphabetical index
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Back doorBack door ................................................ 53
Wireless remote control.................... 47
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 671
Wattage ................................................. 763
Battery Battery..................................................... 623
Checking ............................................... 623
If the vehicle has discharged
battery.................................................... 741
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 366
Bluetooth
®*...............................464, 485
Bottle holders/door pockets........... 529
Brake Fluid ............................................................ 619
Parking brake ........................................ 193
Brake assist ............................................. 335
Brake in tips .............................................. 169
Brightness control Multi-information display light
control ................................................... 215
Instrument cluster light control.....196
Care Exterior .................................................. 588
Interior..................................................... 593
Seat belts ............................................... 594
Cargo capacity ..................................... 359
Cargo hooks .......................................... 558
Cargo net hooks .................................. 559 CD player/changer
*.......................... 423
Center differential lock/unlock ...... 323
Chains ....................................................... 366
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition .................. 146
Booster seats, installation ............... 154
Convertible seats, definition.......... 146
Convertible seats, installation ....... 154
Front passenger occupant classification system ....................... 139
Infant seats, definition ........................ 146
Infant seats, installation ..................... 154
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 152
Installing CRS with seatbelts ......... 154
Installing CRS with top straps....... 160
Child safety Airbag precautions .............................132
Battery precautions ..............623, 743
Child restraint system ....................... 146
Child-protectors .....................................51
How your child should wear
the seatbelt........................................... 88
Installing child restraints..................... 151
Moon roof precautions....................108
Power window lock switch .............. 101
Power window precautions .......... 103
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ...................... 646
Seat belt extender precautions...... 92
Seat belt precautions ..........................89
Seat heater precautions................. 553B
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LightsDoor courtesy lights.......................... 519
Emergency flasher switch ............. 676
Engine switch light ............................. 519
Fog light switch................................... 233
Hazard light switch ........................... 676
Headlights switch ................................ 219
Inside door handle light................... 519
Interior lights list................................... 519
Personal/interior lights .....................521
Replacing light bulbs........................ 662
Running board lights......................... 519
Scuff lights............................................... 519
Shift lever light ...................................... 519
Turn signal lever ................................... 192
Vanity lights ..........................................539
Wattage.................................................. 763
Load capacity .........................................364
Luggage cover...................................... 560
Maintenance Do-it-yourself ma intenance .........603
General maintenance .................... 598
Maintenance data.............................. 752
Maintenance requirements ..........596
Meter
Instrument cluster light control....................................................196
Meters ...................................................... 195
Micro dust and pollen filter................ 401
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror....................... 95
Side mirror heater .................................411
Side mirrors ............................................. 97
Vanity mirrors......................................539 Moon roof................................................. 104
MP3 disc....................................................431
Multi-information display
Brightness control .............................. 215
Multi-information display ........ 204, 212
Multi Terrain ABS ................................ 335
Multi-terrain Monitor ......................... 304
Multi-terrain Select.............................. 296
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle .................... 20
Odometer ................................................ 195
Off-road precautions ......................... 353
Oil Engine oil................................................... 611
Opener Fuel filler door .......................................109
Hood .......................................................608
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .......................... 97
Driving position memory ..................78
Outside temperature display .......................................... 205, 212
Overhead console ............................... 533
Overheating, Engine .......................... 744
Parking assist sensors......................... 266
Parking brake...........................................193
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 667
Switch ........................................................ 219
Wattage ..................................................763
PCS ............................................................ 343
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TRAC.........................................................336
Traction control .....................................336
Trailer towing..........................................370
Transmission shift switches ................ 189
Trip information display....................... 212
Trip meter ................................................. 195
Turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs........... 668, 669
Switch ........................................................ 192
Wattage.................................................. 763
Vanity lights Vanity lights ..........................................539
Wattage.................................................. 763
Vanity mirrors ............................................539
Vehicle identification number ......... 753
Vehicle load limits ................................364
Ventilators ................................................ 551
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control).....335
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 706
Open door ...............................692, 704
Open glass hatch reminder .........705
Seat belt reminder............................. 692
Third power seat.................................... 72 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ................................................... 690
Brake system.......................................688
Charging system ............................... 689
Kinetic dynamic suspension
system.................................................... 691
Low fuel level....................................... 692
Malfunction indicator lamp ..........689
Master warning light........................ 693
Open door ........................................... 692
PCS .......................................................... 690
Seat belt reminder light .................. 692
Slip indicator light..............................690
SRS airbags.......................................... 690
Tire pressure warning light .......... 693
Warning messages Automatic transmission fluid
temperature........................................ 701
Automatic transmission
system.................................................... 701
Brake system....................................... 706
Dynamic radar cruise control system...................................... 703, 708
Engine oil maintenance.................. 706
Engine oil pressure........................... 700
Intuitive parking assist ......................702
Low washer level .............................. 706
Open door ........................................... 704
Open glass hatch.............................. 705
Open moon roof............................... 705
Pre-collision system..............702, 707
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