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7494-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTIONThe engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury
observe the following precautions. ■
When working on the engine compartment ●
Keep hands, clothing and t ools away from the moving fa ns and engine drive belt.●
Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust mani fold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot. ●
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine
compartment. ●
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable. ●
Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.■
When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is OFF.
With the “ENGINE START ST OP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric
cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. ( P. 758)■
When working on or under the vehicle ●
Do not get under the vehicle with just the jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack st ands or other solid supports.●
Use eye protection to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE■
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.
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7564-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
Used engine oil ●
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid
prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water. ●
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dis-
pose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call
your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts stor e for information concerning
recycling or disposal. ●
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE■
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis. ■
When replacing the engine oil ●
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components. ●
Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.●
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle. ●
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
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8896-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Lubrication system
* : The engine oil capacity is a reference qu antity to be used when changing the
engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced with
SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.Oil capacity
(Drain and refill reference
* )
With filter
Without filter 7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp.qt.)
7.5 qt. (7.1 L, 6.2 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature
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947Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Keyless entry ............................................. 35
Keys
Electronic key......................................... 30
If you lose your keys .......................... 871
If your electronic key battery
is discharged ........................ 784, 872
Ignition switch.........................................177
Keyless entry........................................... 35
Key number..............................................32
Keys ............................................................. 30
Mechanical key ..................................... 30
Wireless remote control key...........49
Knee airbags ............................................ 126
Language
Multi-information
display...................................................922
License plate lights ............................... 810
Light bulbs
Replacing...............................................803
Wattage .................................................896
Lights
Door courtesy lights ........................686
Emergency flasher switch ...............816
Fog light switch................................... 220
Hazard light switch.............................816
Headlights switch .............................. 208
Interior light switch............................ 687
Personal light switch ....................... 688
Replacing light bulbs .......................803
Turn signal lever...................................189
Vanity lights .......................................... 702
Wattage .................................................896 Load capacity ......................................... 375
Lock steering column ...........................179
Luggage compartment lights
Switch...................................................... 689
Wattage ................................................. 896
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance.......... 747
General maintenance ..................... 743
Maintenance data ............................. 886
Maintenance requirements ..........740
Reset the maintenance data ...........741
Meter
Instrument panel light
control ................................................... 194
Meters........................................................192
Micro dust and pollen filter...............450
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 102
Mirror position memory ....................83
Side mirrors ........................................... 104
Vanity mirrors ......................................702
Moon roof .................................................... 111
MP3 disc ................................................. 509
Multi-information display ................. 200
Multi Terrain ABS................................. 349
Multi-terrain Select ............................. 344
Navigation System
* Noise from under vehicle..................... 22
Odometer................................................. 192
Off road precautions...........................363
Oil
Engine oil................................................753K
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* : Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) GAS STATION INFORMATION Fuel filler door
P. 116 Auxiliary catch lever
P. 750
Tire inflation pressure
P. 895 Fuel filler door opener
P. 116 Hood lock release lever
P. 750
Fuel tank capacity (Reference) 24.5 gal. (93 L, 20.4 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 888
Cold tire inflation pressure P. 895Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference) qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 7.9 (7.5, 6.6)
Without filter 7.5 (7.1, 6.2)
Engine oil type P. 889