2019 Lexus GX460 tow

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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures
as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(
 P. 470)•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 467)
• 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. 465)
• “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-l ife hybrid organic acid tech-
nology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolan t” 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. 463)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
( P. 491)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original

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Headlight aim
(
 P. 494)• Phillips-head screwdriver
Light bulbs
( P. 496)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver•Flathead sc rewdriver
•Wrench
Power steering fluid
level (P. 469)• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel•Clean funnel
Radiator and con-
denser ( P. 467)
Tire inflation pres-
sure (P. 481)• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 473)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
ItemsParts and tools

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■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of the
same type as already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and
prepare the items needed before adding
oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situations,
oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil
maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
Engine oil selection P. 570
Oil quantity (Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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2
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■If the tread on snow tires wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)
The effectiveness of the tire
s as snow tires is lost.
■Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly
●In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly.
• If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains etc. are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects th e radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehi cle, particularly around the wheels or wheel
housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extr emely higher than the specified level.
• If the spare tire is in a location subj ect to poor radio wave signal reception.
• If a large metallic object which can interfer e with signal reception is put near the
spare tire.
• If tires not equipped with the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are used.
• If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not registered
in the tire pressure warning computer.
●Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, air-
port or other facility that generates st rong radio waves or electrical noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless
communication device
●When the vehicle is parked, the time taken for the warning to start or go off could be
extended.
●When tire inflation pressure declines rapidly for example when a tire has burst, the
warning may not function.

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7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ................. 508
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ..........................509
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed................................. 510
If you think something is wrong ............................................ 516
Fuel pump shut off system ........517
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds........................................... 518
If a warning message is displayed..................................... 526
If you have a flat tire ..................540
If the engine will not start ........554
If the electronic key does not operate properly .............556
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................559
If your vehicle overheats ......... 562
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................................565

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If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem wi
th your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial to wing service before towing.
●The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing se rvice, using a wheel-lift type truck or
flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

5117-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels. Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

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If your vehicle is transported by a flat-
bed truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use cables or chains to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or
the vehicle may be damaged.
If a tow truck is not available in an em ergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using an elastic towing rope secu red to the emergency towing hooks. This
should only be attempted on hard surf aced roads for at most 50 miles (80 km)
at under 18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to st eer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering an d brakes must be in good condition.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing