5296-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
NOTE:
1. First replace at 160000 km (100000 miles), then replace every 80000 km
(48000 miles).
2. It is possible to replace every 100000 km (60000 miles).
3. Including the filter in fuel tank.
4. Parking brake inspection is not necessary.
CHASSIS AND BODY
17Brake pipes and hosesIIIIII12
18Steering wheel, linkage and steering
gear boxIIIIII12
19Drive shaft bootsIIIIII24
20Suspension ball joint and dust coverIIIIII12
21Automatic transmission fluidII36
22Rear differential oilIRIRIRI: 12
R: 48
23Front and rear suspensionIIIIII12
24Tires and inflation pressureIIIIII12
25Lights, horns, wipers and washersIIIIII12
26Air conditioning filter
When a message on the multi-
information display indicates that
maintenance is required, replace
the filter.
Refrigerant amount for air conditionerIIIIII12
Maintenance operations:I =Inspect
R =Replace, change or lubricate
SERVICE INTERVAL:ODOMETER READING
(Odometer reading or
months, whichever
comes first.)
x1000 km153045607590
MONTHSx1000
miles91827364554
6067-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system (on some models);
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system (if
equipped);
• The seat belt pretensioner system; or
• The active head restraints system
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering)
system
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8-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific gravity reading
at 20 C (68F):
1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid
capacity*
2WD
models10.3 L (10.9 qt., 9.1 Imp. qt.)
AWD
models10.7 L (11.3 qt., 9.4 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
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LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 69
Alarm
Alarm ...........................................................112
Warning buzzer ...................... 605, 614
Anchor brackets ............................. 89 , 90
Antennas (smart entry &
start system).......................................... 156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......360
Function ................................................. 360
Warning light ...................................... 606
Anti-theft device ......................................118
Approach warning .....................319, 335
Armrest .....................................................483
Armrest door.......................................... 494
Ashtrays .................................................... 470
Assist grips .............................................. 497
Audio/visual system*
Automatic headlight leveling
system ....................................................289
Automatic light control system .......285
Automatic transmission ..........264, 269
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ....................... 267, 275
M mode ...................................................272
Paddle shift switches .......................... 271
S mode ....................................................265
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 462
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .......................590
Battery....................................................... 549
Battery checking................................ 549
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................................ 636
Preparing and checking before
winter ................................................... 399
Warning light.......................................606
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................ 381
Brake
Brake Hold ........................................... 282
Emergency brake signal.................. 361
Fluid .......................................................... 659
Parking brake .......................................279
Warning light.......................... 605, 607
Brake assist ............................................. 360
Brake Hold .............................................. 282
Break-in tips ........................................... 248
Brightness control
Instrument panel li ght control ....... 126
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................ 381
B
*: Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 466
Flat tire........................................................ 618
Floor mats ................................................... 42
Fluid
Automatic transmission ..................657
Brake....................................................... 659
Washer ...................................................553
Fog lights ..................................................298
Replacing light bulbs.......... 589, 590
Switch ......................................................298
Wattage..................................................664
Follow me home system .................... 287
Footwell light .......................................... 447
Front automatic air
conditioning system........................... 418
Front fog lights .......................................298
Replacing light bulbs....................... 590
Switch ......................................................298
Front position lights..............................285
Light switch ...........................................285
Replacing light bulbs....................... 590
Welcome light illumination
control....................................................154
Front seats ................................................ 198
Adjustment .............................................198
Cleaning .................................................. 514
Climate control seats ...................... 478
Correct driving posture.....................44
Driving position memory ................ 218
Head restraints ....................................225
Power easy access system............. 201
Seat position memory ....................... 218
Front turn signal lights ........................ 278
Replacing light bulbs .......................590
Turn signal lever................................. 278
Fuel ............................................................. 305
Capacity................................................. 652
Fuel gauge .............................................. 125
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 604
Information............................................ 665
Refueling ................................................ 305
Type .............................................652, 665
Warning light.......................................608
Fuel filler door ........................................ 305
If the fuel filler door cannot
be opened .........................................308
Refueling ................................................ 305
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 604
Fuses .......................................................... 579
F
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LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Sensor
Adaptive High-beam System
(AHS)................................................... 297
Automatic headlight system........ 288
Camera sensors................................... 371
Driver monitor sensor ....................... 371
Inside rear view mirror...................... 231
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ...... 115
Lexus night view................................ 398
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ......... 344
Radar sensor ... 322, 338, 370, 386
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers...................................................302
Shift lever.......................................264, 269
Automatic transmission ......264, 269
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 267, 275
Shift lever light........................................ 447
Shift lock system ......................... 267, 275
Shopping bag hooks............................ 465
Side airbags................................................ 52
Side mirrors............................................. 232
Adjusting and folding....................... 232
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............ 381
Linked mirror function when
reversing ............................................. 234
Mirror position memory.................. 218
Side turn signal lights .......................... 278
Replacing light bulbs .......................590
Turn signal lever................................. 278
Smart entry & start system .................153
Antenna location ................................. 156
Entry functions ...................................... 153
Starting the engine............................ 259
Snow mode .................................. 266, 274
Snow tires ................................................ 402
Spare tire .................................................. 618
Inflation pressure ...................660, 662
Storage location................................... 619
Spark plug ............................................... 656
Specifications ......................................... 648
Speedometer ...........................................125
Sport mode ............................................. 354
Steering lock ............................................261
Column lock release ......................... 261
Steering wheel....................................... 228
Adjustment ........................................... 228
Heated steering wheel ................... 476
Power easy access system............. 201
Steering wheel position
memory ................................................ 218
Stop lights
Emergency brake signal.................. 361
Replacing light bulbs .......................590
Storage feature .......................................451
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LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Tires ............................................................556
Chains ...................................................... 401
Checking .............................................. 556
If you have a flat tire ........................... 618
Inflation pressure................... 660, 662
Replacing ................................................ 618
Rotating tires ........................................ 557
Size............................................... 660, 662
Snow tires ..............................................402
Spare tire................................................. 618
Tire inflation pressure display
function ..................................................133
Tire pressure warning system .... 558
Warning light ...................................... 609
Tools ............................................................ 619
Top strap ..................................................... 95
Towing .......................................................596
Emergency towing........................... 596
Towing eyelet ..................................... 599
Trailer towing .......................................258
Traction Control (TRC) .....................360
Trailer towing ........................................258
Transmission ................................264, 269
Automatic transmission ......264, 269
Driving mode select switch ..........354
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 267, 275
M mode ...................................................272
Paddle shift switches .......................... 271
S mode ....................................................265
TRC (Traction Control) ..................... 360
Trip information........................................ 131
Trip meters ................................................125
Trunk ............................................................. 191
Extending a space ............................ 494
Jam protection function ................... 193
Luggage security system ................ 192
Power trunk lid .......................................191
Smart entry & start system ............. 155
Trunk closer switch ............................ 192
Trunk easy closer ................................ 193
Trunk features ..................................... 465
Trunk grip................................................ 192
Trunk lid light ......................................... 193
Trunk light ............................................... 193
Trunk opener main switch .............. 192
Trunk opener switch............................191
Trunk storage extension ................ 494
Wireless remote control ..................177
Trunk light
Trunk lid light ......................................... 193
Trunk light ............................................... 193
Wattage ................................................. 664
Turn signal lights ................................... 278
Replacing light bulbs .......................590
Turn signal lever................................. 278