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GX460_OM_OM60M73U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■LED lights
The headlight low beams, par
king lights/daytime running light s, front side marker lights,
fog lights, side turn signal lights, high moun ted stoplight, stop/tail lights and license plate
lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer to have the light replaced.
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer for mo re information in the following situations:
●Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
●Wa t e r h a s b u i l t u p i nside the headlight.
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning
off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoid-
able to hold the glass portion, use and ho ld with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the head-
lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
●Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits or
component parts.
Doing so may result in death or se rious injury due to electric shock.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb before installin g to prevent heat damage.

5257-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is too high A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the
shift lever to P and wait until the warning message
and light go off. If the warning message and light go
off, you may start the vehicle again.
If the warning message and light do not go off, con-
tact your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission
system A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the
engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 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.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The LED headlight system;
• The automatic headlig ht leveling system; or
• The Automatic High Beam system (if equipped) A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the wash er fluid level is low
 Add washer fluid.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
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GX460_OM_OM60M73U_(U)8-1. Specifications
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity 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
Model4.6 L 8-cylinder (1UR-FE)
Ty p e8-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70  3.27 in. (94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement281.2 cu.in. (4608 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)23.0 gal. (87 L, 19.1 Imp.gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference*)
With filter
Without filter8.2 qt. (7.8 L, 6.9 Imp.qt.)
7.8 qt. (7.4 L, 6.5 Imp.qt.)

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Vehicle specifications
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specif ication. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specif ication. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
Electrical system (battery)
Specific gravity reading at
68 F (20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11.8  12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all the lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Front differential
Oil capacity1.48 qt. (1.40 L, 1.23 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent
Rear differential
Oil capacity2.85 qt. (2.70 L, 2.38 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent

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................ 547
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 185
Overheating ........................................ 556
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 ...................................................... 534
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 ....................................... 514
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 ....................... 495
Turn signal lever ...................................194
Wattage ................................................... 571F