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GX460_OM_OM60Q84U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 engine
●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 symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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GX460_OM_OM60Q84U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
GX460_OM_OM60Q84U_(U)
5758-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf)
while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when pulled up with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N, 20.0 kgf)
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.4 in. (86 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 0.24 in. (1 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal
travel
*25 7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Chassis lubrication (Propeller shafts)
SpiderLithium base chassi s grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yokeMolybdenum-disulfide lith ium base chassis grease,
NLGI No.2 or lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
625Alphabetical index
GX460_OM_OM60Q84U_(U)
Bottle holders ...........................................413
BrakeFluid...........................................................575
Parking brake...................................... 205
Warning light ........................................ 518
Brake assist ............................................. 355
Break-in tips..............................................163
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .................................................... 88
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..................361 The Blind Spot Monitor function ............................................... 366
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ............................................... 369
Care ................................................ 444, 447 Aluminum wheels .............................. 444
Exterior.................................................... 444
Interior ..................................................... 447
Seat belts ............................................... 448
Cargo hooks ............................................416
Center differential................................ 346
CD player
*
Chains ........................................................ 381
Child restraint system............................ 55 Booster seats, definition ....................56
Booster seats, installation..................66
Convertible seats, definition ............56
Convertible seats, installation .............................................. 63 Installing child restraint system
with LATCH system.......................... 61
Installing child restraint system with seat belts...................................... 63
Installing child restraint system with top tether strap..........................67
Infant seats, definition.......................... 56
Infant seats, installation....................... 63
Child safety .................................................54 Airbag precautions.............................. 39
Back door precautions........................ 111
Battery precautions ................. 471, 561
Child restraint system......................... 55
Glass hatch precaution ..................... 116
How your child should wear the seat belt ...........................................32
Installing child restraints .................... 59
Moon roof precautions ................... 160
Power window lock switch.............154
Power window precautions ...........156
Rear door child-protectors ........... 105
Removed key battery precautions .......................................490
Seat belt precautions .......................... 33
Seat heater precautions .................403
Child-protectors ....................................105
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .............................. 444
Exterior ................................................... 444
Interior ..................................................... 447
Seat belts................................................ 448
Coat hooks ..............................................432
Compass ................................................. 433
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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GX460_OM_OM60Q84U_(U)
Emergency flashers .............................508
EngineAccessory mode................................. 194
Compartment....................................... 461
Hood ....................................................... 460
How to start the engine ................... 193
Identification number ...................... 570
If the engine will not start............... 554
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 193
Overheating .........................................562
Engine compartment cover ............. 462
Engine coolant....................................... 465 Capacity ................................................. 572
Checking............................................... 465
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 381
Engine immobilizer system .................. 77
Engine oil ................................................. 463 Capacity ................................................ 570
Checking................................................463
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 381
Engine switch ...........................................193
Engine switch light ............................... 406
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 Flat tire ...................................................... 540
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission .................. 574
Brake........................................................ 575
Steering .................................................. 576
Washer ................................................... 473
Fog lights.................................................... 215 Switch ........................................................ 215
Four-wheel drive system................... 346
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................... 48
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ..................................... 520
Front seats ................................................. 126 Adjustment.............................................. 126
Cleaning................................................. 447
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory.................139
Head restraints ..................................... 144
Seat heaters .......................................... 404
Seat position memory .......................139
Front turn signal lights ........................ 204 Replacing light bulbs ...................... 500
Turn signal lever ................................. 204
Wattage ................................................. 577F