2019 LEXUS GS300H brake fluid

4006-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energize d. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the “POWER ON” on the multi-information display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, power co ntrol unit, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the enginecompartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flamma-
ble.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted sur- faces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately. If you still experi ence discomfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 411)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt in the air.
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refillin g, it may indicate a serious problem.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you notice any of the following sy mptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4607-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
•Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dan-gerous.
(If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system  Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:• The hybrid system;
• The emission control system (if equipped); • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic hybrid transmission control system (if equipped)  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; or• The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

5548-1. Specifications
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Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Ge nuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differentia l Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match- ing quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized Lexus retaileror Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the hybrid system is operating.
When performing the brake pedal inspection , also be sure to check that the brake
system warning light is not illuminated when the hybrid system is operating (If the
brake system warning light is illuminated, refer to P. 460).
Differential
Oil capacity1.35 L (1.43 qt., 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance*115 mm (4.5 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3, SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

583Alphabetical index
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Approach warning
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range....................302
Armrest.................................................... 380
Ashtrays .................................................... 378
Assist grips ............................................. 383
Audio input*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................240
Automatic High Beam ....................... 246
Automatic light control system ...... 237
AUX port*
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 373
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) .......................... 325
Back-up light
Replacing light bulb .......................... 443
Wattage................................................. 558
Battery (12-volt battery)...................... 412
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged........................................ 530
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 334
Warning light ...................................... 460
Battery (traction battery)..................... 80
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................314
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 319
Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function...................................... 321
Bluetooth®*
Brake
Brake Hold ........................................... 235
Fluid .......................................................... 554
Parking brake .......................................232
Regenerative braking..........................78
Warning light........................... 460, 462
Warning message ............................ 466
Brake assist ............................................ 324
Brake Hold .............................................. 235
Break-in tips ........................................... 202
Brightness control
Instrument panel li ght control ....... 107
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .................314
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 319
Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function...................................... 321
Card key ....................................................134
Care ............................................... 390, 394
Aluminum wheels................................ 391
Exterior ................................................... 390
Interior..................................................... 394
Seat belts ............................................... 395
B
C
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Engine coolant temperature
gauge....................................................... 105
Engine oil..................................................406
Capacity ................................................ 550
Checking .............................................. 406
Oil level warning message ...........466
Oil pressure warning
message..............................................466
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 334
Engine switch ...........................................217
Auto power off function ...................219
Changing the power switch
modes ................................................... 218
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency..........453
Starting the hybrid system............... 217
EPS (Electric Power Steering)........ 325
Function .................................................. 325
Warning light .........................................461
Warning message.............................466
EV drive mode ....................................... 222
First-aid kit storage net....................... 375
Flat tire
Vehicles with spare tire ................. 498
Vehicles without spare tire .......... 509
Floor mats ................................................... 34
Fluid
Brake........................................................554
Hybrid transmission .........................553
Washer ...................................................... 411
Fog lights .................................................. 250
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Switch ...................................................... 250
Follow me home system .................... 238
Footwell light .......................................... 366
Front air conditioning system .......... 346
Front fog lights ....................................... 250
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Switch ...................................................... 250
Wattage ................................................. 449
Front personal lights............................ 367
Front position lights ............................. 237
Light switch............................................ 237
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Welcome light illumination
control ................................................... 140
Front seats ................................................. 175
Adjustment ............................................. 175
Cleaning ................................................ 394
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Driving position memory ................ 178
Head restraints .....................................183
Power easy access system............. 178
Seat heaters.......................................... 362
Seat position memory ....................... 178
Seat ventilators ................................... 362
Front turn signal lights ..........................231
Replacing light bulbs ........... 443, 449
Turn signal lever................................... 231
Wattage .................................................558
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Warning lights........................................... 99
ABS.............................................................461
AFS OFF indicator............................ 462
Brake hold operated
indicator .............................................. 462
Brake system .......................... 460, 462
Charging system .............................. 460
Electric power steering
system ....................................................461
Low fuel level ....................................... 462
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 460
Master warning light ........................ 462
Parking brake indicator .................. 462
Pre-Crash Safety system .................461
Seat belt reminder light................... 462
Slip indicator...........................................461
SRS........................................................... 460
Tire pressure ........................................ 463
Warning messages .............................. 466
Warning reflector storage belt ....... 376
Washer....................................................... 251
Checking .................................................. 411
Low washer fluid warning
message..............................................466
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 334
Switch ........................................................251
Washing and waxing........................... 390
Weight ...................................................... 546
Welcome light illumination
control..................................................... 140
Wheels........................................................431
Replacing................................................. 431
Size ...........................................................555
Window glasses ......................................193
Window lock switch ..............................193
Windows ....................................................193
Power windows ................................... 193
Rear window defogger .................. 352
Washer ..................................................... 251
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 352
Windshield wipers .................................251
Intermittent windshield wipers
with interval adjuster ...................... 251
Position ....................................................337
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers .................................................. 253
Winter driving tips ............................... 334
Wireless remote control key .............134
Battery-saving function ....................155
Locking/Unlocking ............................ 134
Replacing the battery ...................... 435
WMA disc*
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.