2021 LEXUS LX570 brake fluid

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LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(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 typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
ItemsClean 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
indicate a serious problem.
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LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(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
●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 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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LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(U)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 lightWarning 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.

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When trouble arises
*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 warning buzzer:The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt
is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to ON, the buzzer sounds. If the seat
belt is still unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time
after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds
intermittently for a certain pe riod of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
*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 lightWarning light/Details/Actions

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LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(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 running
Transfer
Oil capacity1.53 qt. (1.45 L, 1.28 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF or equivalent
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W
Brakes
Pedal clearance*4.5 in. (114 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Chassis lubrication
Propeller shafts
SpiderLithium 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 playLess than 1.18 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III

618Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(U)
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)......................................................385 Function ................................................. 385
Warning light .......................................524
Approach warning Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 283
Armrest ......................................................451
Assist grips .............................................. 453
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning system .......................................... 407, 418 Air conditioning filter....................... 505
Front automatic air conditioning system ......................407
Rear air conditioning system......... 418
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems ...............................125
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 230
Automatic High Beam .........................231
Automatic light control system....... 229
Automatic transmission ....................... 217 2nd start mode..................................... 218
Downshift restriction warning buzzer .................................................. 222
Driving mode select switch ........... 291
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 222
S mode ....................................................220
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 433 Back door .................................................. 128
Back door handle............................... 130
Jam protection function.................... 132
Power back door ............................... 130
Wireless remote control................... 116
Battery ...................................................... 486 Battery checking ................................486
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................553
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................390
Warning light ....................................... 524
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 370
Bluetooth
®*
Bluetooth® audio*
Bluetooth® phone*
Bottle holders .........................................432
Brake Fluid ......................................................... 568
Parking brake ...................................... 225
Warning light ....................................... 524
Brake assist ............................................. 385
Break-in tips .............................................. 181
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 94
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 370 Blind Spot Monitor function......... 375
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................. 381
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

622Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(U)
EngineAccessory mode.................................. 212
Air cleaner .............................................475
Compartment...................................... 477
Engine switch .......................................... 211
Exhaust gas precautions ...................55
Hood ........................................................ 476
How to start the engine ..................... 211
Identification number ...................... 563
If the engine will not start............... 548
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 515
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..................................................... 211
Overheating ........................................ 556
Engine compartment cover ............. 478
Engine coolant....................................... 482 Capacity ................................................ 566
Checking................................................482
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 92
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil ................................................. 479 Capacity ................................................ 564
Checking................................................ 479
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390 Engine switch (ignition switch) ...........211
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light)........................ 425
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Exhaust gas precautions ...................... 55
First-aid kit holder ................................ 436
Flat tire ...................................................... 536
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid Automatic transmission .................. 567
Brake....................................................... 568
Steering ................................................. 568
Washer ...................................................489
Fog lights...................................................236 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Switch ...................................................... 236
Footwell lights .........................................425
Four-wheel AHC (Active Height Control Suspension) ....................... 302 Easy access mode ............................304
Disabling the height control .........305
Selecting vehicle height.................. 302
Four-wheel drive system Center differential lock/unlock ...........................................311
Four-wheel drive control switch .................................................... 310
Warning light ....................................... 526
Front automatic air conditioning system .....................................................407
Front doors .................................................121
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.