2018 Lexus GX460 engine

271-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the ped-
als while driving. An unexpectedly high spee d may result or it may become difficult to
stop the vehicle. This could lead to an ac cident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■When installing the driver’s floor mat
●Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles,
even if they are Lexus Genuine floor mats.
●Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.
●Always install the floor mat securely using the retain ing hooks (clips) provided.
●Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
●Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
■Before driving
●Check that the floor mat is securely fixed in
the correct place with all the provided retain-
ing hooks (clips). Be especially careful to per-
form this check after cleaning the floor.
●With the engine stopped and the shift lever in
P, fully depress each pedal to the floor to
make sure it does not interfere with the floor
mat.

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For safety and security
Exhaust gas precautions
Harmful substance to the human body is included in exhaust gases if inhaled.
CAUTION
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxi de (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases enter the vehicle and may lead to an accident
caused by light-headedness, or may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
■Important points while driving
●Keep the back door closed.
●If you smell exhaust gases in the vehicle even when the back door is closed, open the
windows and have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■When parking
●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area, such as a garage, stop the
engine.
●Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time.
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and ensure
that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.
●Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is snowing.
If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running, exhaust gases
may collect and enter the vehicle.
■Exhaust pipe
The exhaust system needs to be checked periodically. If there is a hole or crack caused
by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle
inspected and repaired by your Lexus dealer.

721-2. Theft deterrent system
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Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that the system has
been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touchi ng a key to the security system (key with a
built-in transponder ch ip) of another vehicle
■Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii , NATO Germany, Guam, Saipan and Puerto
Rico
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-
board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prev ent vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

741-2. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set:
●A locked door or glass hatch is unlocked or opened in any way other than
using the entry function, wireless remo te control or mechanical key. (The
doors will lock again automatically.)
●The hood is opened.
Close the doors, glass hatch and hood,
and lock all the doors. The system will
be set automatically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from being
on to flashing when the system is set.
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:
●Unlock the doors.
●Start the engine. (The alarm will be de activated or stopped after a few sec-
onds.)
The alarm
Setting the alarm system
Deactivating or stopping the alarm

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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)2. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a ma lfunction in a system if the lights do not
turn on, or turn off. Have the vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
The indicators inform the driver of the op erating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( → P. 200) “SET” indicator
(
→ P. 225, 228)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(→ P. 202)
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise
control indicator
(→ P. 228)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(→ P. 202)
(if equipped)
“LDA” (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator ( →P. 239)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 203)
*1, 2
Slip indicator ( →P. 352)
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( →P. 206)*1VSC OFF indicator
(→ P. 353)
(if equipped)
Fog light indicator
(→ P. 211)
(if equipped)
Multi-terrain Select
indicator ( →P. 308)
*1
Eco Driving Indicator
Light ( →P. 90)
*1
(if equipped)
Crawl Control indicator
(→ P. 346)
Cruise control indicator
( → P. 225, 228)
*1
(if equipped)
Downhill assist control
system indicator
(→ P. 349)

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Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode toindicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a ma lfunction in a system if the lights do not
turn on, or turn off. Have the vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light turns on when the system is turn ed off. The light flashes quickly to indicate
that the system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illumi- nate in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode while the system is set to on.
• When the system is set to on while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, th e BSM outside rear view mirror indicators
will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction with the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*5: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*6: This light illuminates on the center panel.“2nd STRT” indicator
(
→ P. 195)
(if equipped)
“BSM” (Blind Spot
Monitor) indicator
(→ P. 357)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator light
( → P. 342)
*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators ( →P. 357)
Center differential lock
indicator ( →P. 343)
*1, 6
(U.S.A.)
“AIR BAG ON/
OFF” indicator
(→ P. 48)
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator ( →P. 245)*1, 6
(Canada)
“AIR BAG ON/
OFF” indicator
(→ P. 48)
*1, 3
(if equipped)
“PCS” warning light
(→ P. 368)

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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)2. Instrument cluster
CAUTION
■If a safety system warnin
g light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as th e ABS/Multi Terrain ABS and the SRS warning
light not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not
available to help protect you in an accide nt, which could result in death or serious
injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)2. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters
The units used on the speedometer may di
ffer depending on the target region.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data (→P. 86)
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed
Rear height control air suspension display (if equipped)
Displays the rear height mode selected ( →P. 337)
Shift position and shift range display
Displays the selected shift posi tion or selected shift range (→P. 194)
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehi cle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters A and B can be used to record an d display different distances independently.
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