LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 1874-1. Before driving
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Driving NOTICE ■
When driving the vehicle ●
Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.●
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depre ss the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill. ■
When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift the sh ift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause
the vehicle to move or the vehicle may acce lerate suddenly if th e accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed. ■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts ●
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump. ●
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. ■
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations . Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. ●
It may be difficult to control your vehicle. ●
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations. ●
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. ( P. 535)■
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded af ter heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle: ●
Engine stalling ●
Short in electrical components ●
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following: ●
Brake function ●
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer, differentials, etc. ●
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 4836-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care ■
Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: The vehicles has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min-
utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures.
(Fluid temperature, 140 F - 175 F [60 C - 80 C]).
Cold: The engine has not been run for about 5 hours.
(Room temperature, 50 F - 85 F [10 C - 30 C]).■
Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turnin g it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.Power steering fluid 1
2
3
4
Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON ®
II or III
Items Rag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)1
2
3
4
5
5337-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises ■
If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown ●
If “Smart Access System Ma lfunction” is shown, this may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. ●
If “Transmission Fluid Temp High” is shown, it indicates that the automatic transmission
fluid temperature is too high.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to P and wait until the
warning message and light go off. If the warning message and light go off, you may
start the vehicle again. If the warning message and light do not go off, contact your
Lexus dealer. ■
If “Shift to P Before Ex iting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the engine switch
to off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P. ■
If “Power Turned Off to Save Battery” is shown
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slig htly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 minu tes to recharge the battery.■
When a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operat ed incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that re quires shifting the shift leve r may be shown on the multi-
information display. In that case, follow the instruction of the message and shift the shift
lever. ■
When “Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-
information display
The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer. ●
The LED headlight system ●
The automatic headlight leveling system ●
Automatic High Beam ■
If “Forward Camera System Unavailable” or “Forward Camera System Unavailable
Clean Windshield” is displayed (if equipped)
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( P. 266, 523)●
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ●
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ●
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ●
Automatic High Beam ■
If “Engine Oil Level Low” is shown
Indicates that engine oil level is low.
Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appe ar if the vehicle is stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to see if the message disappears.
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”.