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Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that only
accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you
are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this
does not correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
■Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed a
specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is
expected to be applied worldwide.
●The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission
levels. In the US, category 4 has been adopted.
●The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
customer satisfaction through better performance.
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 (Research Octane
Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance. If 91
octane cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91). Use of unleaded gaso-
line with an octane rating lower than 91 may result in engine knocking and
significantly reduced performance. Persistent knocking can lead to engine
damage and should be corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded
gasoline.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.
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■Lexus recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to clean
and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additives concentration pro-
gram.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more
information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers, please go to
the official website www.toptiergas.com.
■Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxygen-
ates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in many
areas.
Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended
reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor-
mance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Lexus does not recommend blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your Lexus, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower
than 87.
●Lexus DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
●Use only gasoline containing a maxi-
mum of 10% ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 10% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E15, E30, E50, E85 (which are only
some examples of fuel containing more
than 10% ethanol).DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 10% ethanol.
(15% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)
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■Lexus does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopen-
tadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel con-
taining MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this hap-
pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic convert-
ers causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
●Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than that stated
here will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor hot start-
ing, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.
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Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Tire related termMeaning
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Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
→P. 1 7 2 )
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryOnOff
Drip prevention functionOnOff
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
Intuitive park-
ing assist
(
→P. 1 9 5 )
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerOnOff
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects4.9 ft. (150 cm)2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Illumination
(
→P. 3 3 4 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned OFF
OnOff
Front footwell lightsOnOff
Shift lever lightOnOff
Outer foot lightsOnOff
Seat belt
reminder
(
→P. 4 7 2 )
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerOnOff
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
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BrakeFluid .............................................................. 411
Parking brake ........................................ 152
Brake assist ............................................... 201
Care
Exterior ................................................... 384
Interior.....................................................388
Seat belts ............................................... 389
Cargo capacity ....................................... 214
Cargo hooks ...........................................362
CD changer* ..........................................245
CD player* ..............................................245
Chains......................................................... 218
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.....................113
Booster seats, installation ..................119
Convertible seats, definition ............113
Convertible seats, installation .........119
Front passenger occupant
classification system ...................... 108
Infant seats, definition ..........................113
Infant seats, installation........................119
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages .......................................... 118
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........119
Installing CRS with top straps ....... 123
Child safety
Airbag precautions ............................103
Battery precautions................. 415, 510
Child restraint system .........................113
Child-protectors.................................... 47
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 68 Installing child restraints..................... 117
Moon roof precautions......................84
Power window lock switch .............. 78
Power window precautions ........... 80
Removed electronic key battery
precautions........................................ 437
Seat belt comfort guide .....................66
Seat belt extender precautions...... 70
Seat belt precautions ..........................69
Seat heater precautions................. 355
Trunk precautions................................. 53
Child-protectors ...................................... 47
Cigarette lighter....................................352
Cleaning
Exterior................................................... 384
Interior .................................................... 388
Seat belts ............................................... 389
Clock ......................................................... 347
Coat hooks ..............................................359
Compass .................................................. 372
Condenser ................................................. 411
Console box ...........................................340
Cooling system Engine overheating.............................. 511
Cornering assist sensors .................... 195
Cruise control Cruise control........................................ 177
Dynamic radar cruise control......... 181
Cup holders ............................................ 342
Curtain shield airbags............................ 96
Customizable features .......................544
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Daytime running light system ........... 168
Defogger*Rear window........................................ 232
Side mirrors .......................................... 232
Dimension ................................................. 518
Dinghy towing ......................................... 221
Display Dynamic radar crui se control ........ 181
Satellite switch mode .......................348
Trip information .................................... 162
Warning message............................. 479
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 397
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights......................... 334
Wattage..................................................528
Door pockets..........................................344
Doors Door lock.................................32, 43, 46
Door windows ....................................... 78
Side mirrors ............................................. 76
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 472
Driving Correct posture .................................... 94
Procedures .............................................128
Driving position memory ...................... 56
Electric power steering ....................... 201
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 505
Emergency flashers Switch ......................................................460
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 479 If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................505
If the engine will not start ............... 502
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery .................................................508
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 469
If the warning light turns on.......... 469
If you have a flat tire ........................ 493
If you lose your keys ........................ 504
If you think something is
wrong ...................................................467
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 514
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ...........515
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................................... 461
If your vehicle overheats....................511
Engine
ACCESSORY mode....................... 138
Compartment ..................................... 403
Engine switch ........................................ 138
Hood ....................................................... 400
How to start the engine ................... 138
Identification number ........................ 519
If the engine will not start ............... 502
Ignition switch ....................................... 138
Overheating ............................................511
Engine compartment cover ............. 404
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................ 523
Checking............................................... 409
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 218D
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Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................................... 154
Engine immobilizer system ................. 88
Engine oil Capacity................................................. 522
Checking ............................................... 406
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 218
EPS............................................................... 201
Event data recorder................................ 22
First-aid kit storage belt......................362
Floor mat.................................................... 361
Fluid Brake ...........................................................411
Washer ..................................................... 416
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 170
Footwell lights........................................ 334
Front fog lights Switch ........................................................ 170
Front passenger occupant
classification system ......................... 108
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ...................................... 472
Front seats
Adjustment .............................................. 55
Driving position memory ................. 56
Seat position memory ........................ 60
Front turn signal lights
Switch ..........................................................151
Wattage ................................................. 528 Fuel
Capacity .................................................. 521
Fuel gauge.............................................. 154
Fuel pump shut off system............ 468
Gas station information ................. 584
Information ............................................529
Refueling................................................... 85
Fuel door .....................................................85
Fuel filler door ...........................................85
Fuel pump shut off system.................468
Fuses ..........................................................438
Garage door opener ..........................365
Gas station information......................584
Gauges ...................................................... 154
Glove box ................................................339
Glove box light ......................................339
Hands-free system for mobile phone* ...................................................303
Hazard lights Switch...................................................... 460
Head restraints Adjusting .................................................. 62
Headlight aim ......................................... 452
Headlight cleaner ...................................176
Headlights Discharge headlight
precautions....................................... 458
Replacing light bulbs ........................454
Switch........................................................ 166
Wattage ................................................. 528
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