2014 LEXUS LX570 check engine

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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
MAX
MIN
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
■ Adding fluid
■ Refilling brake fluid
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times.
Remove the reservoir cap by ha nd. Add brake fluid up to the
“MAX” line.If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may overflow.Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
■
Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Power steering fluid
■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven arou nd 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min-
utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140  F - 175  F [60  C - 80  C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run for about five hours. (Room tempera-
ture, 50  F - 85  F [10  C - 30  C]).
■ Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON ®
II or III
Items Rag or paper, Clean funnel (only for adding fluid)STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Checking and replacing fuses If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and re place the fuses as necessary.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Remove the engine compartment cover 
 P. 74 8
The fuses are located in the following places. To check the
fuses, follow the instructions below.
Engine compartm ent (fuse box on the left side)
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Engine compartm ent (fuse box on the right side)
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Light bulbs You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of replace-
ment varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems
difficult to perform, contact your Lexus dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■ Prepare a replacement light bulb
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (  P. 890)
■ Remove the engine compartment cover
 P. 74 8
■ Front bulb locations Headlight high beamFront turn signal light

8265-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following: ●
Is the fuel empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately. ●
Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. ■
If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator light or the center differential lock
indicator light blinks
Take the specified steps. (  P. 333)
If the brake system warning light or the ma lfunction indicator light also comes on, or
the low speed four-wheel drive indicator light or the center differential lock indica-
tor light continues to blink after taking th e specified steps, there may be a malfunc-
tion in the engine, the brake system or the four-wheel drive system. In this case, you
may not be able to transfer between “H4” and “L4” modes, and the center differen-
tial lock may not be able to be locked or unlocked. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer, immediately. ■
Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder●
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passenger is not sitting in
the seat. ●
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.

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When trouble arises
8275-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the following: ●
The airbag sensor assembly ●
Front impact sensors ●
Side impact sensors (rear) ●
Side impact sensors (front door) ●
Safing sensor (rear) ●
The driver’s seat belt buckle switch ●
The driver’s seat position sensor●
Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch ●
The airbags ●
The interconnecting wiring and power sources ●
The front passenger occupa nt classification system●
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights ●
The seatbelt pretensioners ●
The “RSCA OFF” indicator light■
Changing the engine oil
Make sure to reset oil change system ■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire pressure warning light. ■
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural
air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case,
adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few min-
utes).

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
If the tire pressure warning light freque ntly comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by Lexus dealer.
CAUTION■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately. ●
If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer. ●
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.■
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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8375-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) (Flashes) Indicates that the moon
roof is not fully closed
(with the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch off,
and the driver’s door
open) Close the moon roof.
Indicates that engine oil
level is low
A buzzer also sounds. Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
This message may
appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a
level surface and check
to see if the message dis-
appears.
(Flashes) Indicates, if the vehicle
reaches a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h), that the parking
brake is still engaged. Release the parking
brake.Wa r n i n g m e s s a g e Details Correction procedure