4TABLE OF CONTENTS
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior ................................... 336
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior .................................... 339
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 342
General maintenance ................ 343
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs ............ 346
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions........................................................... 347
Hood.................................................. 349
Positioning a floor jack............... 349
Engine compartment................... 351
Tires ................................................... 357
Tire inflation pressure................. 363
Wheels.............................................. 365
Air conditioning filter..................366
Windshield wiper inserts........... 368
Electronic key battery ................ 369
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................................ 371
Headlight aim................................. 372
Light bulbs ....................................... 374
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers..................... 384
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................. 384If the vehicle is submerged or water
on the road is rising .................. 385
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed.......................................................... 387
If you think something is wrong ........................................................... 391
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 392
If a warning light turns on or a warn- ing buzzer sounds..................... 393
If a warning messa ge is displayed
.......................................................... 402
If you have a flat tire .................... 406
If the engine will not start ........... 418
If you lose your keys..................... 419
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .......................................... 420
If the electronic key does not oper- ate properly ................................... 421
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................................................... 423
If your vehicle overheats ........... 426
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 428
8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ................................................. 430
Fuel information............................ 438
Tire information ............................ 440
8-2. Customization Customizable features .............. 449
8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 462
6Maintenance and care
7When trouble arises
8Vehicle specifications
1924-3. Operating the lights and wipers
present on the windshield
●If the wiper switch is turned to the
“AUTO” position while the engine switch
is in IGNITION ON mode, the wipers
will operate once to show that AUTO
mode is activated.
●When the sensor sensitivity ring is turned
toward high while in “AUTO” position, the
wipers will operate once to indicate that
the sensor sensitivity is enhanced.
●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor
is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or 5°F (-15°C)
or lower, automatic operation may not
occur. In this case, operate the wipers in
any mode other than AUTO mode.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not
blocked, if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid tank.
■Front door opening linked windshield
wiper stop function
When “AUTO” is selected and the wind-
shield wipers are operatin g, if a front door is
opened, the operation of the windshield
wipers will be stopped to prevent anyone
near the vehicle from being sprayed by
water from the wipers, provided the vehicle
is stopped with the parking brake applied or
the shift lever in P. Wh en the front door is
closed, wiper operation will resume.
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( P.449)
When the windshield wipers are not
being used, they retract to below the
hood. To enable the windshield wipers
to be lifted when parking in cold condi-
tions or when replacing a windshield
wiper insert, change the rest position of
the windshield wipers to the service
position using the wiper lever.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of wind-
shield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate
unexpectedly if the se nsor is touched or
the windshield is subj ect to vibration in
AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers,
etc. do not become caught in the wind-
shield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer
fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer
fluid until the windshield becomes warm.
The fluid may freeze on the windshield
and cause low visibility. This may lead to
an accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as
the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Changing the windshield wiper
rest position/Lifting the wind-
shield wipers
3546-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
water. (Minimum temperature: -31°F
[-35°C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-
ture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized
water. (Minimum temperature: -44°F
[-42°C])
For more details about coolant, contact
your Lexus dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within a short
time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine
coolant reservoir cap, drain cock and water
pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus
dealer test the cap and check for leaks in
the cooling system.
Check the radiator and condenser and
clear away any foreign objects. If either of the above parts is extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines
on the tank.
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and
prepare the necessary item.
Fluid type
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
brake fluid
Item
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
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reser-
voir cap and radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pres-
sure and may spray ho t coolant if the cap
is removed, causing serious injuries, such
as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor
straight antifreeze. The correct mixture
of water and antifreeze must be used to
provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read
the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to pre-
vent it from damagi ng parts or paint.
Checking the radiator and con-
denser
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser
as they may be hot and cause serious
injuries, such as burns.
Checking and adding the brake
fluid
3576-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Check if the treadwear indicators are
showing on the tires. Also check the
tires for uneven wear, such as excessive
wear on one side of the tread.
Check the spare tire condition and
pressure if not rotated.
New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indicators is
shown by a “TWI” or “ ” mark, etc.,
molded into the side wall of each tire.
Replace the tires if the treadwear indica-
tors are showing on a tire.
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine
is hot or running as washer fluid contains
alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on
the engine, etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than
washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine anti-
freeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the
vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems
of the washer fluid not spraying.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as neces-
sary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed
on the label of the washer fluid bottle.
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accor-
dance with maintenance schedules
and treadwear.
Checking tires
A
B
C
383
7
7
When trouble arises
When trouble arises
.7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers.................. 384
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......................... 384
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising
........................................................ 385
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................ 387
If you think something is wrong ......................................................... 391
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 392
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ....... 393
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................ 402
If you have a flat tire.................. 406
If the engine wi ll not start ........418
If you lose your keys .................. 419
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened........................................ 420
If the electronic key does not operate properly ..................... 421
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................................ 423
If your vehicle overheats ........ 426
If the vehicle becomes stuck ........................................................ 428
484Alphabetical Index
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising..................................... 385
If you have a flat tire ..................................406
If you lose your keys...................................419
If you think something is wrong ...........391
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 428
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................384
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..... 387
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 426
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............................... 173
Compartment ...............................................351
Engine switch.................................................170
Fuel pump shut off system .................... 392
Hood................................................................ 349
How to start the engine ............................170
Identification number ................................. 431
If the engine will not start ........................ 418
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................384
Ignition switch (engine switch) .............170
Overheating................................................. 426
Tachometer ..................................................... 75
Engine coolant Capacity ......................................................... 434
Checking ....................................................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 271
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........75
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 66
Engine oil Capacity ......................................................... 432
Checking .........................................................351
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 271
Warning light ............................................... 394
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 353
Engine switch ..................................................170 Auto power off function ........................... 173
Changing the engine switch modes.. 173 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 384
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 266 Warning light .............................................. 395
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................... 8
F
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system ............ 359
Vehicles with a spare tire...................... 406
Floor mats .......................................................... 24
Fluid Automatic transmission ..........................435
Brake ................................................................436
Washer .......................................................... 356
Fog lights Switch................................................................ 190
Footwell light .................................................300
Front automatic air conditioning system .......................................................................... 284
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs................................375
Front passenger footwell hooks ............ 325
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 39
Front seats Adjustment ....................................................... 117
Cleaning .........................................................339
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving position memory .........................129
Head restraints..............................................132
Memory recall function.............................. 131
Power easy access system .....................129
Seat heaters .................................................. 297
Seat position memory ...............................129
Seat ventilators ............................................ 297
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 184
Replacing light bulbs................................375
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs................................375
Wattage .......................................................... 437