2016 LEXUS LX570 power steering fluid

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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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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)6-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommende
d that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lexu s dealer or qualified service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. ( P. 4 8 2 )
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 4 7 9 )
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? ( P. 4 7 8 )
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( P. 4 7 5 )
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
( P. 4 8 1 )
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 4 7 9 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dIs there sufficient washer fluid? ( P. 4 8 5 )

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures
as given in these sections.
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Battery condition
(
 P. 4 8 2 )•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 4 7 9 )• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant level
( P. 4 7 8 )
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50 %
coolant and 50 % deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55 %
coolant and 45 % deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 4 7 5 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 505)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 5 0 8 )
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver•Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Power steering fluid
level ( P. 4 8 1 )
• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and
condenser
( P. 4 7 9 )
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Tire inflation
pressure ( P. 4 9 5 )• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
( P. 4 8 5 )• Water or washer fluid containi ng antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 4 8 1 )
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 4 7 5 )
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 4 7 8 )
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 4 76 )Brake fluid reservoir (
P. 4 7 9 )
Fuse box ( P. 505)
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k ( P. 4 8 5 )
Battery ( P. 4 8 2 )
Cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 4 7 9 )
Radiator ( P. 4 7 9 )1
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4
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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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2
3
4
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
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2
3
4
5

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)8-1. Specifications
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specif ication. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running
Transfer
Oil capacity1.53 qt. (1.45 L, 1.28 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF or equivalent
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*4.5 in. (114 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Chassis lubrication
Propeller shafts
SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yoke
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2 or Lithium base chassis
grease, NLGI No.2
Steering
Free playLess than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III

626Alphabetical index
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Personal lights..........................................419Switch.........................................................421
Wattage ................................................. 570
Power back door ....................................123
Power easy access system .................. 151
Power outlet ........................................... 434
Power steering Fluid.......................................................... 568
Power windows .......................................165 Jam protection function ................... 165
Operation ............................................... 165
Window lock switch.......................... 165
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range) ................................. 271
Radiator .................................................... 479
Radio
*
Rear air conditioning system .............412
Rear seat ....................................................142 Adjustment ..............................................142
Folding the third seats ...................... 145
Tumbling the second seats ............ 143
Rear side marker lights ...................... 220 Light switch ...........................................220
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 510
Rear turn signal lights ...........................216 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 510
Turn signal lever .................................. 216
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ..................... 160
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 162
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defogger ...................... 407 Rear window wiper ............................. 235
Refueling.................................................. 239
Capacity ................................................. 564
Fuel types............................................... 564
Opening the fuel tank cap ............ 239
Remote touch/12.3-inch display .................................................... 394
Replacing Electronic key battery .....................503
Fuses ....................................................... 505
Light bulbs............................................ 508
Tires ..........................................................536
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ......................................... 600
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required ................ 465
Safety Connect ....................................... 451
Scheduled maintenance ....................464
Seat belts .................................................... 30 Adjusting the seat belt........................ 33
Automatic Locking Retractor ........ 34
Child restraint system installation ............................................. 63
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ............................................... 462
Emergency locking retractor ......... 34
How to wear your seat belt............. 28
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 34
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ................................................... 35
Reminder light and buzzer ........... 526
Seat belt extender ................................ 34
Seat belt pretensioners ...................... 33
SRS warning light .............................. 524
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628Alphabetical index
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Snow tires ................................................ 384
“SOS” button............................................451
Spare tireInflation pressure ............................... 569
Storage location ................................ 536
Spark plug ............................................... 566
Specifications ......................................... 562
Speedometer ............................................ 88
SRS airbags................................................ 38
Steering Column lock release ........................207
Fluid.......................................................... 568
Steering wheel ........................................ 158 Adjustment ............................................. 158
Audio switches
*
Meter control switches ...................... 93
Power easy access system .............. 151
Telephone switches
*
Stop/tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ......................... 510
Storage feature ..................................... 422
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ....... 559
Sun visors ................................................. 432
Sunshade Roof............................................................ 169
Rear door...............................................444 Switch
Audio remote control switches
*
Automatic High Beam switch ..... 225
Center differential lock/unlock switch ...................................................306
Climate concierge switch ............ 400
Cruise control switch ............ 271, 283
Door lock switch....................................117
Driving mode select switch .......... 286
Driving position memory switches ................................................ 152
Emergency flashers switch .............514
Engine switch ......................................205
Fog light switch ................................... 229
Four-wheel drive control switch ...................................................305
Garage door opener switches .............................................. 446
Headlight cleaner switch ............... 238
Interior light switch............................ 420
Intuitive parking assist...................... 289
Ignition switch......................................205
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)....... 265
Light switches ...................................... 220
Meter control switches ...................... 93
Moon roof switches .......................... 168
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................ 162
Paddle shift switches.......................... 212
Personal light switch .......................... 421
Power back door switch.................. 123
Power door lock switch ..................... 117
Power window switch .......................165