2016 LEXUS LX570 check transmission fluid

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1814-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is ac cidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo wing situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brak e pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (P. 5 3 6 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer, differentials, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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4816-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: The vehicles has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min- utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures.
(Fluid temperature, 140 F - 175 F [60 C - 80 C]).
Cold: The engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room temperature, 50 F - 85 F [10 C - 30 C]).
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turnin g it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Power steering fluid
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Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
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5347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
●If “Smart Access System Malfunction” is shown, this may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●If “Transmission Fluid Temp High” is shown, it indicates that the automatic transmission
fluid temperature is too high.
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, contact your
Lexus dealer.
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the engine switch
to off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Power Turned Off to Save Battery” is shown
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.
■When a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-
information display. In that case, follow the instruction of the message and shift the shift
lever.
■When “Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-
information display
The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
●The LED headlight system
●The automatic headlight leveling system
●AHB (Automatic High Beam) (if equipped)
■If “Forward Camera System Unavailable” or “Forward Camera System Unavailable
Clean Windshield” is displayed. (if equipped)
The following systems may be suspended un til the problem shown in the message is
resolved.
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
●AHB (Automatic High Beam)
■If “Engine Oil Level Low” is shown
Indicates that engine oil level is low.
Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to see if the message disappears.

617Alphabetical index
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)...................................................... 379Function ..................................................379
Warning light .......................................524
Approach warning Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ....................278
Armrest .................................................... 443
Assist grips .............................................. 445
Audio input
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Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................401, 412Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Front automatic air conditioning system ....................... 401
Rear air conditioning system..........412
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems................................ 119
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 223
Automatic High Beam ....................... 224
Automatic light control system....... 222
Automatic transmission ...................... 210 2nd start mode....................................... 211
Downshift restriction warning buzzer ....................................................214
Driving mode select switch ......... 286
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 549
S mode ......................................................213
AUX port
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Auxiliary boxes .......................................427 Back door .................................................. 122
Back door handle................................ 124
Jam protection function.................... 126
Power back door ................................ 123
Wireless remote control................... 110
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ...................... 509
Wattage ................................................. 570
Battery ...................................................... 482 Battery checking ................................ 482
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................553
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 384
Warning light ....................................... 524
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 365
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth® audio*
Bluetooth® phone*
Bottle holders .........................................426
Brake Fluid ......................................................... 568
Parking brake ........................................ 217
Warning light ....................................... 524
Brake assist ..............................................379
Break-in tips ............................................. 175
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 89
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 365 Blind Spot Monitor function......... 369
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................ 375
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

621Alphabetical index
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EngineAccessory mode............................... 206
Air cleaner ...............................................471
Compartment ...................................... 473
Engine switch ...................................... 205
Exhaust gas precautions ................... 75
Hood ........................................................ 472
How to start the engine ................. 205
Identification number ...................... 563
If the engine will not start................ 547
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 515
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................................................. 205
Overheating ........................................ 556
Engine compartment cover ............. 474
Engine coolant....................................... 478 Capacity ................................................ 566
Checking................................................478
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 384
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 88
Engine immobilizer system ..................76
Engine oil ................................................. 475 Capacity ................................................ 564
Checking................................................475
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 384 Engine switch (ignition switch) ....... 205
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light)......................... 419
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Exhaust gas precautions ....................... 75
First-aid kit holder ................................ 430
Flat tire ...................................................... 536
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid Automatic transmission .................. 567
Brake....................................................... 568
Steering ................................................. 568
Washer ...................................................485
Fog lights...................................................229 Replacing light bulbs ........................ 510
Switch ...................................................... 229
Footwell lights .......................................... 419
Four-wheel AHC (Active Height Control Suspension) ........................ 297Easy access mode ............................ 299
Disabling the height control ........ 300
Selecting vehicle height.................. 297
Four-wheel drive system Center differential lock/unlock ..306
Four-wheel drive control switch ...................................................305
Warning light ....................................... 526
Front automatic air conditioning system ...................................................... 401
Front doors ................................................ 115
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.