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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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Vehicle specifications
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf)while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N, 20.0 kgf)
Brakes
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 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*25 7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Chassis lubrication (Propeller shafts)
SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yokeMolybdenum-disulfide lith ium base chassis grease,
NLGI No.2 or lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
619Alphabetical index
GX460_OM_OM60L72U_(U)
Bottle holders ......................................... 403
BrakeFluid.......................................................... 569
Parking brake........................................ 195
Warning light .......................................... 511
Brake assist ............................................. 345
Break-in tips............................................. 155
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .................................................... 80
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................. 351 The Blind Spot Monitor function ............................................... 356
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ............................................... 359
Care ................................................. 438, 441 Aluminum wheels ............................. 438
Exterior................................................... 438
Interior ...................................................... 441
Seat belts ................................................ 442
Cargo hooks .......................................... 406
Center differential................................ 336
CD player
*
Chains ......................................................... 371
Child restraint system............................ 53 Booster seats, definition .................... 54
Booster seats, installation.................. 63
Convertible seats, definition ............ 54
Convertible seats, installation ..............................................60 Installing child restraint system
with LATCH system........................ 58
Installing child restraint system with seat belts...................................... 60
Installing child restraint system with top tether strap......................... 64
Infant seats, definition.......................... 54
Infant seats, installation....................... 60
Child safety .................................................52 Airbag precautions...............................37
Back door precautions.................... 103
Battery precautions ............. 465, 554
Child restraint system......................... 53
Glass hatch precaution ................... 108
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 30
Installing child restraints .................... 57
Moon roof precautions .................... 152
Power window lock switch.............146
Power window precautions ...........148
Rear door child-p rotectors ..............97
Removed key battery precautions ....................................... 484
Seat belt precautions ............................ 31
Seat heater precautions ................. 393
Child-protectors ...................................... 97
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ..............................438
Exterior ...................................................438
Interior ....................................................... 441
Seat belts................................................ 442
Coat hooks ............................................... 421
Compass ..................................................423
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*:For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
621Alphabetical index
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Emergency flashers ............................. 502
EngineAccessory mode................................. 186
Compartment..................................... 455
Hood ........................................................454
How to start the engine ................... 185
Identification number ...................... 564
If the engine will not start............... 546
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 185
Overheating ........................................ 555
Engine compartment cover ............. 456
Engine coolant....................................... 459 Capacity ................................................ 566
Checking............................................... 459
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................371
Engine immobilizer system ................. 68
Engine oil ................................................. 457 Capacity ................................................ 564
Checking................................................457
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................371
Engine switch .......................................... 185
Engine switch light ............................... 396
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 Flat tire ...................................................... 533
Floor mats.................................................... 24
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................. 568
Brake........................................................569
Steering .................................................. 570
Washer ................................................... 467
Fog lights.................................................. 204 Switch ................................................. 204
Four-wheel drive system................... 336
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................46
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ....................................... 513
Front seats .................................................. 118 Adjustment............................................... 118
Cleaning................................................... 441
Correct driving posture .................... 26
Driving position memory...................131
Head restraints .....................................136
Seat heaters .......................................... 394
Seat position memory .........................131
Front turn signal lights .......................... 194 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 494
Turn signal lever ...................................194
Wattage ................................................... 571F