2019 LEXUS UX200 brake fluid

3256-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
brake fluid
Items
Clean funnel
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from
the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause
a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals
are not corroded and that there are no
loose connections, cracks, or loose
clamps. Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■Checking battery fluid
Check that the level is between the
“UPPER LEVEL” and “LOWER
LEVEL” lines.
“UPPER LEVEL” line
“LOWER LEVEL” line
If the fluid level is at or below the “LOWER
LEVEL” line, add distilled water.
■Adding distilled water
1
Remove the vent plug.
2
Add distilled water.
If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen,
check the fluid level by looking directly at
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your
hands and 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 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 out
or when the fluid level in the accumulator
is high.
If the reservoir need s frequent refilling,
there may be a serious problem.
Checking the battery
A
B
A
B

3567-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air condi-
tioning after use is normal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven tire
wear
 Engine coolant temperature gauge
needle continually points higher
than normal
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when corner-
ing
 Strange noises related to the sus-
pension system
 Pinging or other noises related to
the engine
 Engine missing, stumbling or run-
ning 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 think something is
wrong
If you notice any of the following
symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

3587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Charging system warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
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, bu t 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 your Lexus dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(red)
(Canada)
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.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.

3948-1. Specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (300N, 31.0 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system wa rning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If
the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.360.)
CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxle)
Fluid capacity*9.0 qt. (8.5 L, 7.5 Imp.qt)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE
NOTICE
■CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxle) fluid type
Using CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxl e) fluid other than “Toyota Genuine CVT
Fluid FE” may cause deterioration in shift qua lity, locking up of your transmission accom-
panied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.98 in. (101 mm) Min.
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pushing the parking brake switch for 1 to 4
seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1 to 4
seconds: turns off
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

437Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/C ................................................................... 262Air conditioning filter ...............................340
Automatic air conditioning system ... 262
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 244 Function .......................................................... 244
Warning light ...............................................360
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 245
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 245
Active Sound Control (ASC) ..................164
Airbags ............................................................... 30 Airbag operating conditions....................32
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 35
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................. 33
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 35
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
General airbag precautions ................... 35
Locations of airbags.................................... 30
Modification and disposal of airbags ..37
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 33
Side airbag precautions ............................ 35
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions...................................................... 33
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 35
SRS airbags ..................................................... 30
SRS warning light ......................................360
Air conditioning filter ................................. 340
Air conditioning system ............................ 262 Air conditioning filter ...............................340
Automatic air conditioning system ... 262
Alarm ................................................................... 64 Warning buzzer ........................................ 358
Anchor brackets ..................................... 46, 54
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................... 114
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 244 Function .......................................................... 244 Warning light .............................................. 360
Approach warning........................................210
Armrest............................................................ 294
ASC (Active Sound Control) ..................164
Assist grips ..................................................... 295
Audio system-linked display ...................... 83
Automatic headlight leveling system ....166
Automatic High Beam ............................... 168
Automatic light control system................165
Average fuel economy...................................81
Average vehicle speed ..................................81
B
Back door .........................................................102 Hands Free Power Back Door ........... 106
Power back door........................................ 105
Wireless remote control ........................... 96
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................346
Battery Battery checking ........................................325
If the battery is discharged ....................382
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 249
Replacing ...................................................... 385
Warning light .............................................. 358
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................... 214
Bottle holders ................................................ 279
Brake Brake Hold..................................................... 163
Fluid...................................................................394
Parking brake ............................................... 160
Warning light .............................................. 358
Brake assist .................................................... 244
Brake Hold .......................................................163
Break-in tips.....................................................143
Brightness control Instrument panel light control........ 74, 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 214

440Alphabetical Index
Identification number .................................391
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ............................................... 350
Ignition switch (engine switch) .............152
Overheating.................................................386
Tachometer ............................................. 72, 75
Engine coolant.............................................. 323 Capacity ......................................................... 393
Checking ....................................................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 249
Engine coolant temperature gauge 72, 75
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 62
Engine oil Capacity ......................................................... 392
Checking ......................................................... 321
Warning light .............................................. 358
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 323
Engine switch Auto power off function ...........................154
Changing the engine switch modes..154
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ............................................... 350
Starting the engine ......................................152
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 245 Function .......................................................... 245
Warning light ...............................................360
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................... 8
F
Flat tire .................................................. 370, 377 Tire pressure warning system .............330
Floor mats .......................................................... 24
Fluid Automatic transmission .......................... 394
Brake................................................................ 394
Washer ........................................................... 327
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 346
Switch ..................................................................171
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 39 Front seats ......................................................... 121
Adjustment ....................................................... 121
Cleaning ........................................................ 309
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving position memory .........................123
Head restraints..............................................126
Memory recall function............................ 125
Power easy access system .....................123
Seat heaters .................................................. 272
Seat position memory ...............................123
Seat ventilators ............................................ 272
Front side marker lights Light switch .................................................... 165
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ................................346
Turn signal lever .......................................... 159
Wattage ......................................................... 396
Fuel Capacity .......................................................... 391
Fuel gauge ................................................72, 75
Information .................................................... 397
Refueling.......................................................... 178
Type ................................................................... 391
Warning light ...............................................362
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ............................... 81
Current fuel consumption ......................... 81
Fuel filler door .................................................178 Refueling.......................................................... 178
When the fuel filler door cannot be
opened........................................................ 380
Fuel gauge ..................................................72, 75
Fuses ................................................................. 343
G
Garage door opener ................................. 295
Gauges ........................................................72, 75
G-force............................................................... 82
Glove box ....................................................... 278
Glove box light ............................................. 278
Grocery bag hooks ....................................280