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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle
continually points higher than nor-
mal
●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 feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If 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 your vehicle overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down suff iciently, inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 90) enters the
red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the res-
ervoir.Reservoir
“F”
“L”
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditio ning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or
hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately an d contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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■Exterior lights (P. 400)
■Front automatic air conditioning system (P. 384)
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Time elapsed before the
running board lights turn off15 seconds
Off
—OO7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the running
board lights when the doors
are unlocked with the smart
access system with push-
button start or wireless
remote control
OnOff——O
Operation of the running
board lights when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
OnOff——O
Running board lightsOnOff——O
Operation of the running
board lights when the door
is opened
OnOff——O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Switching between outside
air and recirculated air
mode linked to automatic
mode switch operation
*
AutoManual—OO
A/C automatic mode
switch operationAutoManual—OO
Exhaust gas sensor sensitiv-
ityStandard-3 to 3—OO
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A/C ................................................ 384, 394Air conditioning filter....................... 490
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 355 Function ................................................. 355
Warning light ........................................ 519
Active Traction Control .................... 356
Air conditioning filter .......................... 490
Air conditioning system ......... 384, 394 Air conditioning filter....................... 490
Micro dust and pollen filter .......... 389
Airbags ........................................................ 36 Airbag operating conditions ........... 44
Airbag precautions for your child........................................ 39
Airbag warning light .......................... 518
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions........................ 44
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................................... 39
General airbag precautions............ 39
Locations of airbags ............................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................ 43
Side airbag operating conditions .............................................. 44
Side airbag precautions..................... 39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................ 44
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ........................................... 39
SRS airbags.............................................. 36
SRS warning light................................ 518
Alarm Alarm........................................................... 79
Warning buzzer .................................. 518 Anchor brackets...................................... 58
Antennas (smart access system
with push-button start) ..................... 125
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)........ 355 Function ..................................................355
Warning light .........................................519
Armrest ..................................................... 427
Assist grip ................................................ 428
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................... 215
Automatic High Beam ......................... 216
Automatic light control system ........ 214
Automatic transmission..................... 206 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 209
S mode.................................................... 207
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes .............................408, 411
AVS ........................................................... 343
Back door ................................................... 115
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .......................504
Wattage .................................................569
Battery ...................................................... 468 Battery checking ................................468
If the vehicle battery is discharged........................................ 550
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 374
Warning light ........................................ 518
Bluetooth
®*
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Fuel ............................................................. 562Capacity .................................................562
Fuel gauge ................................................90
Fuel pump shut off system.............. 517
Information ........................................... 570
Refueling................................................. 229
Type ............................................. 562, 570
Warning light ...................................... 520
Fuel consumption information ......... 100
Fuel filler door ........................................ 229 Refueling................................................. 229
Fuel gauge .................................................. 90
Fuel pump shut off system...................517
Fuses .......................................................... 494
Garage door opener .......................... 433
Gauges ........................................................ 90
Glass hatch .............................................. 120
Glove box ................................................ 404
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*
Head restraints ....................................... 150
Headlights .................................................213 Light switch .............................................213
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 505
Headlights cleaner............................... 228
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ..................................... 384, 394
Seat heaters ......................................... 398
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 389
Height control........................................ 339
Hill-start assist control ........................ 356 Hood ......................................................... 458
Hooks
Cargo hooks ................................ 410, 411
Coat hooks ........................................... 428
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 26
Horn............................................................. 153
I/M test ..................................................... 454
Identification Engine ..................................................... 562
Vehicle ......................................................561
Ignition switch (engine switch) ....... 200
Ignition switch light .............................. 400
Illuminated entry system ................... 402
Immobilizer system ................................. 77
Indicators .................................................... 84
Initialization Items to initialize .................................593
Maintenance data.................. 449, 462
Moon roof ...............................................164
Power windows..................................... 161
Tire pressure warning system ..... 474
Inside rear view mirror......................... 155
Instrument panel light control .............. 91
Interior lights .......................................... 400 Switch ........................................................401
Wattage .................................................569
Jack Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 532
Jack handle ............................................. 535
Jam protection function Moon roof ...............................................164
Power windows..................................... 161
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