2020 Lexus GX460 oil level

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8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................. 552
Fuel information ......................... 562
Tire information .......................... 565
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 576
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize.........................585
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................................... 588
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)..............................................589
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)............................................... 591
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French).............................................. 599 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting)............................... 604
Alphabetical inde x ................................608
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index
For vehicles with navigation system or multimedia system, refer to the “NAVI-
GATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANU AL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S
MANUAL” for information regard ing the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system
• Rear seat entertainment system
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
• Lexus Enform

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832. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
( P. 511)
*1
(flashes or
illuminates)
PCS warning light
(  P. 512)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
( P. 511)*1Slip indicator light
( P. 512)
*1Charging system warning
light ( P. 511)*1Kinetic dynamic suspension
system warning light
( P. 512)
*2High coolant temperature
warning light ( P. 511)
(flashes)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator light
( P. 513)
*2Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 511)
(flashes)
Center differential lock
indicator light ( P. 513)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 511) Open door warning light
(
 P. 513)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 511) Low fuel level warning light
(
 P. 513)
*1SRS warning light
( P. 511) Seat belt reminder light
(
 P. 513)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
( P. 512)*1Tire pressure warning light
( P. 513)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
( P. 512)*2
LDA indicator ( P. 514)

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenanc
e items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommende d that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lexu s dealer or qualified service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. ( P. 460)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 457)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? ( P. 455)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( P. 453)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
( P. 459)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 457)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? ( P. 463)

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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. 460)•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 457)
• 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. 455)
• “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. 453)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
( P. 486)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original

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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 459)
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 453)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 454)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 457)
Fuse box ( P. 486)Battery
(P. 460)
Radiator ( P. 457)
Condenser ( P. 457)
Cooling fans
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 455)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 463)1
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Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on
the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. Afte r warming up the engine and turning
it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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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
■After changing the engine oil
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Press or of the meter control switch es and select on the multi-informa-
tion display.
Press or of the meter control switches and select “Vehicle Settings”, and then
press .
Press or of the meter control switch es and select “Oil Maintenance”, and then
press .
Select the “Yes” and press .
“Reset Complete” will be displayed when the reset procedure has been completed.
Engine oil selection P. 554
Oil quantity (Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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Maintenance and careThe coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the reser-
voir when the engine is cold.Reservoir cap
“F”
“L”
If the level is on or below the “L” line, add
coolant up to the “F” line.
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harm ful contaminants which may cause skin dis-
orders such as inflammation or skin canc er, so care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a sa fe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of
used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Lexus
dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning recycling or dis-
posal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
Engine coolant
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