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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 6 )
● 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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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 ot her material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Lock the center differential. (  P. 327)
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 4 2 )
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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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*Toyota Genuine Transfer
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, ensu re 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 elec tronic 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 certain 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 .................................................57
Wireless remote control....................49
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 679
Wattage ................................................. 769
Battery Battery....................................................... 631
Checking ................................................. 631
If the vehicle has discharged battery.................................................. 746
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 371
Bluetooth
®*.................................470, 491
Bottle holders/door pockets........... 535
Brake Fluid ...........................................................627
Parking brake ........................................ 197
Brake assist ............................................. 339
Brake in tips .............................................. 173
Brightness control Multi-information display light control ................................................... 219
Instrument cluster light control...200
Care Exterior ................................................... 596
Interior.......................................................601
Seat belts ............................................... 602
Cargo capacity ..................................... 364
Cargo hooks .......................................... 565
Cargo net hooks .................................. 566 CD player/changer
*.......................... 429
Center differential lock/unlock ...... 327
Chains .........................................................371
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................. 150
Booster seats, installation ............... 158
Convertible seats, definition.......... 150
Convertible seats, installation ....... 158
Front passenger occupant classification system ....................... 143
Infant seats, definition ........................ 150
Infant seats, installation ..................... 158
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 156
Installing CRS with seatbelts ......... 158
Installing CRS with top straps....... 164
Child safety Airbag precautions ............................ 136
Battery precautions ............... 631, 748
Child restraint system ....................... 150
Child-protectors ................................... 53
How your child should wear the seatbelt............................................ 92
Installing child restraints................... 155
Moon roof precautions...................... 112
Power window lock switch ............ 105
Power window precautions .......... 107
Removed electronic key battery precautions ...................... 654
Seat belt extender precautions......96
Seat belt precautions .......................... 93
Seat heater precautions................. 559B
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LightsDoor courtesy lights......................... 525
Emergency flasher switch .............684
Engine switch light ............................ 525
Fog light switch ................................... 237
Hazard light switch ...........................684
Headlights switch .............................. 223
Inside door handle light.................. 525
Interior lights list.................................. 525
Personal/interior lights ................... 527
Replacing light bulbs........................ 670
Running board lights........................ 525
Scuff lights.............................................. 525
Shift lever light ..................................... 525
Turn signal lever ...................................196
Vanity lights ..........................................545
Wattage.................................................. 769
Load capacity .........................................369
Luggage cover....................................... 567
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ........... 612
General maintenance ..................... 607
Maintenance data..............................758
Maintenance requirements ..........604
Reset the maintenance data........ 605
Meter Instrument cluster light control..................................................200
Meters .......................................................199
Micro dust and pollen filter............... 407
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror....................... 99
Side mirror heater ............................... 417
Side mirrors ............................................. 101
Vanity mirrors......................................545 Moon roof................................................. 108
MP3 disc.................................................. 437
Multi-information display
Brightness control .............................. 219
Multi-information display ........ 208, 216
Multi Terrain ABS ................................ 339
Multi-terrain Monitor .........................308
Multi-terrain Select..............................300
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle .................... 20
Odometer .................................................199
Off-road precautions .........................358
Oil Engine oil............................................... 620
Opener Fuel filler door ......................................... 113
Hood ......................................................... 617
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ..........................101
Driving position memory ..................82
Outside temperature display .......................................... 209, 216
Overhead console ............................... 539
Overheating, Engine .......................... 749
Parking assist sensors......................... 270
Parking brake........................................... 197
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 675
Switch ....................................................... 223
Wattage ................................................. 769
PCS ............................................................ 347
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TRAC.........................................................340
Traction control .....................................340
Trailer towing.......................................... 375
Transmission shift switches ................ 193
Trip information display....................... 216
Trip meter ................................................. 199
Turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs............ 676, 677
Switch ........................................................196
Wattage.................................................. 769
Vanity lights Vanity lights ..........................................545
Wattage.................................................. 769
Vanity mirrors ............................................545
Vehicle identification number ......... 759
Vehicle load limits ................................369
Ventilators ............................................... 557
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control).....339
Warning buzzers Brake system .........................................710
Open door ...............................697, 709
Open glass hatch reminder ...........710
Seat belt reminder............................. 697
Third power seat................................... 76 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................................... 695
Brake system ....................................... 693
Charging system ............................... 694
Kinetic dynamic suspension system.................................................. 696
Low fuel level....................................... 697
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 694
Master warning light........................ 698
Open door ........................................... 697
PCS .......................................................... 695
Seat belt reminder light .................. 697
Slip indicator light.............................. 695
SRS airbags .......................................... 695
Tire pressure warning light .......... 698
Warning messages Automatic transmission fluid temperature...................................... 706
Automatic transmission system.................................................. 706
Brake system ......................................... 710
Dynamic radar cruise control system........................................ 708, 712
Engine oil maintenance...................... 711
Engine oil pressure........................... 705
Intuitive parking assist ......................707
Low washer level .................................. 711
Open door ........................................... 709
Open glass hatch................................ 710
Open moon roof................................. 710
Pre-collision system................707, 712
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