2019 LEXUS LX570 brake fluid

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LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item. ■
Refilling brake fluid
Turn the engine switch off.
Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times.
Remove the reservoir cap by hand. Ad d brake fluid up to the “MAX” line.If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may overflow.■
Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dang erous loss of braking efficiency. Use only
newly opened brake fluid. Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
WARNING ■
When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm yo ur hands or eyes and damage painted sur-
faces. If fluid gets on your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately. If
you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE ■
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 freq uent refilling, it may
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When trouble arises 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong ●
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning after use is normal)●
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear ●
Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal ●
Engine oil pressure gauge contin ually points lower than normal●
Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal●
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 f eeling, pedal almost touches the floorIf 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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When trouble arises 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 light Warning light/Details/Actions(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
* 1
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 emission control system;
• 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 front passenger occupant classification 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.

526 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) * 1
: Brake system warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that the brake fluid level is low (with the vehicle
reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
* 2
: Open door warning buzzer:
The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is not fully
closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3mph [5 km/h]).
* 3
: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not
fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer
sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer
sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfast ened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound
intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the se at belt is still unfa stened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer soun ds to alert the front passenger that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer so unds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of
12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 se conds, the buzzer will
sound intermittently for 10 se conds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer
will sound in a different to ne for 20 more seconds.
* 4
: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the par king brake is still engaged (with the vehicle
having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]). Brake system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions

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LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 8-1. Specifications
* : Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Ge nuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Transf er Gear oil LF” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
* : Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf)
while the engine is runningTransfer Oil capacity 1.53 qt. (1.45 L, 1.28 Imp.qt.)
Oil type
* Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF or equivalent
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W
Brakes Pedal clearance
* 4.5 in. (114 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Chassis lubrication Propeller shafts Spider Lithium 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 play Less than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON ®
II or III

617Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) Anti-lock brake system
(ABS)...................................................... 383
Function ................................................. 383
Warning light .......................................523
Approach warning
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ....................282
Armrest .................................................... 449
Assist grips ................................................451
Audio input
* Audio system
* Automatic air conditioning
system .......................................... 405, 416
Air conditioning filter....................... 503
Front automatic air
conditioning system ..................... 405
Rear air conditioning system......... 416
Automatic door locking and
unlocking systems ...............................125
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................... 229
Automatic High Beam ....................... 230
Automatic light control system....... 228
Automatic transmission .......................216
2nd start mode...................................... 217
Downshift restriction warning
buzzer .................................................... 221
Driving mode select switch ......... 290
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................................... 221
S mode ..................................................... 219
AUX port
* Auxiliary boxes ........................................431 Back door .................................................. 128
Back door handle............................... 130
Jam protection function.................... 132
Power back door ............................... 130
Wireless remote control................... 116
Battery ...................................................... 484
Battery checking ................................ 484
If the vehicle battery is
discharged......................................... 552
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 388
Warning light ....................................... 523
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 369
Bluetooth ®
* Bluetooth ®
audio
* Bluetooth ®
phone
* Bottle holders ........................................ 430
Brake
Fluid ......................................................... 568
Parking brake ...................................... 224
Warning light ....................................... 523
Brake assist ............................................. 383
Break-in tips .............................................. 181
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 94
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 369
Blind Spot Monitor function......... 373
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function................................................ 379 B
* : Refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

621Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) Engine
Accessory mode.................................. 212
Air cleaner ............................................. 473
Compartment......................................475
Engine switch .......................................... 211
Exhaust gas precautions ................... 73
Hood ........................................................ 474
How to start the engine ..................... 211
Identification number ...................... 563
If the engine will not start................547
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ........... 513
Ignition switch (engine
switch) ..................................................... 211
Overheating ........................................ 555
Engine compartment cover ............. 476
Engine coolant.......................................480
Capacity ................................................ 566
Checking............................................... 480
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 388
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 92
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil ..................................................477
Capacity ................................................ 564
Checking................................................ 477
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 388 Engine switch (ignition switch) ...........211
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light)........................ 423
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Exhaust gas precautions ....................... 73
First-aid kit holder .................................434
Flat tire ...................................................... 535
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission .................. 567
Brake....................................................... 568
Steering ................................................. 568
Washer ................................................... 487
Fog lights.................................................. 235
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 510
Switch ...................................................... 235
Footwell lights .........................................423
Four-wheel AHC (Active Height
Control Suspension) .........................301
Easy access mode ............................303
Disabling the height control .........304
Selecting vehicle height................... 301
Four-wheel drive system
Center differential
lock/unlock ........................................ 310
Four-wheel drive control
switch ...................................................309
Warning light ....................................... 525
Front automatic air conditioning
system .................................................... 405
Front doors .................................................121 F
* : Refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.