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7454-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Vehicle exterior Items Check points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after parking?
Tires • Is the tire inflation pressure cor-
rect?
• The tires should not be damaged or
excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated
according to the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear window
wiper • The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
• The wiper blades should clear the
windshield/rear window without
streaking or skipping.
CAUTION■
If the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.
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When trouble arises
8175-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
The following may indicate a probl em with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer or a commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or flat-
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towi ng, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing your vehicle wi th a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing dolly.
( P. 818, 822)
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8245-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) If you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following sy mptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■ Visible symptoms
● 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 gaug e needle continually points
higher than normal
● Engine oil pressure gauge continually points lower than normal.
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal.
■ Audible symptoms
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
● Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● 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
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8665-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack. ●
Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing
and removing tire chains. ●
Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do no t use other tire jack s for replacing tires
on this vehicle. ●
Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point. ●
Be sure to turn off the 4-Wheel AHC and stop the engine. ●
Do not put any part of your body un der the vehicle supported by a jack.●
Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. ●
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it. ●
When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. ●
Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.●
Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehi cle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle will be injured. ■
Using the jack handle
Tighten all the jack handle bolts securely using a Phillips-head screwdriver, to pre-
vent the extension parts from coming apart unexpectedly.
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LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) What to do if...
What to do if... A tire punctures P. 854
If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start P. 868
If the engine will not start P. 119
Engine immobilizer system P. 875
If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out P. 870
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from
“P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood P. 878
If your vehicle overheats
The key is lost P. 871
If you lose your keys
The battery runs out P. 875
If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked P. 52
Side doors P. 56
Back door
The horn begins to sound P. 121
Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sand P. 881
If the vehicle becomes stuck