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Lexus SC300 2007, SC400 2007, SC430 2007 Owner Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
Before driving
2
When driving
3
Interior features
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Veh i c le
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it­yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
For U.S.
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owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
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Yo u r L e x u s d e a l e r
Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, please call the following number:
n U.S . OWNE RS
lIn the U.S. mainland or Canada:
Lexus Roadside Assistance
1-800-25-LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 (Toll-Free)
lIn Hawaii:
Servco Automotive Roadside Assistance/Customer Services
1-800-25-LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 (Toll-Free)
n CANADIAN OWNERS
lIn Canada or the U.S. mainland:
Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service
1-800-26-LEXUS or 1-800-265-3987 (Toll-Free)
Please access our websites for further information.
lThe U.S. mainland: www.lexus.com lHawaii: www.servcolexus.com lCanada: www.lexus.ca
©2006 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.
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Topic 1
Entering and Exiting

Keys

n Ke ys

Master keys
1
Va le t ke y
2
Key number plate
3
Flat key
4

n Wireless remote control

LOCK button : Locks doors
1
PANIC button : Sounds alarm
(Use this function if you notice anyone suspi­cious near the vehicle)
UNLOCK button : Unlocks doors
2
Tr un k b ut to n : Unlocks trunk
3
Holding down the LOCK button will sound an alarm. Holding down the UNLOCK button will open the side windows.
7
(Push and hold)
(Push and hold)
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Theft Deterrent System

This system is designed to help protect your vehicle from theft.

n Engine immobilizer

This system only allows the engine to start if a reg­istered key is used.
This deters theft caused by the use of unautho­rized keys.

n Alarm

Forcibly unlocking the doors, trunk, or hood with­out the key or wireless remote control causes the horn to blow and the exterior lights to flash, alert­ing those in the surrounding area.
Topic 1
Entering and Exiting
Entering and Exiting
Entering and Exiting Before Driving
When Driving
Night Driving
Driving Comfort
Rain and

n Steering lock

The steering wheel is locked when the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
If the security indicator light is flashing when you leave the vehicle, the engine immobilizer and alarm are set. To stop the alarm, unlock the doors or trunk with the key or wireless remote control, or turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Opening and Closing
What to do if ...
Customizing
Yo u r L e xu s
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Topic 1
Entering and Exiting
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To pi c 2
Before Driving
Seats ........................................................................... 11
Seat Position Memory System .......................... 12
Front Head Restraints.......................................... 13
Seat Belts.................................................................. 13
Outside Rear View Mirrors ............................... 14
Anti-glare Inside Rear View Mirror................. 15
Steering Column ................................................... 15
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To pi c 1
Entering and Exiting
Keys .......................................................................... ... 7
Theft Deterrent System ......................................... 8
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The Quick Guide is not intended as substitute for your
Manual.
and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understand-
Contents
ing of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Overview
To p ic 1
Entering and Exiting
lKeys P.7 lTheft Deterrent System P.8
We strongly encourage you to review the
To p ic 2
Before Driving
lSeats P. 1 1 lSeat Position Memory System P.12 lFront Head Restraints P.1 3 lSeat Belts P. 1 3 lOutside Rear View
Mirrors P. 1 4
lAnti-glare Inside Rear
View Mirror P.1 5
lSteering Column P. 1 5
Owner’s
Owner’s Manual
To p ic 3
When Driving
lStarting P.1 7 lAutomatic Transmission P.1 9 lParking Bra ke P.2 0 lTu rn Si gn al Le ve r P.2 0 lEmergency Flasher Switch P.2 1 lECT Switch P.21 lTRAC/VSC Off Mode P.2 1 lCruise Control P. 2 2 lTrip Information Display P.2 3
Specifications, features, equipment, technical data, and options are based upon information available at the time of printing, are subject to change without notice, may differ from region to region. Optional equipment shown may not be available separately or in all regions.
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To p ic 4
Entering and Exiting
To p ic 5
Driving Comfort
lAudio System P.2 9 lClimate Control P. 3 2 lSeat Heater Switches P. 33 lConsole Box P.3 4 lCoin Box P.35 lCup Holder P. 3 5 lCigarette Lighter and Ashtray P. 35 lGlove Box P.3 6 lAuxiliary Box P. 3 6
Rain and Night Driving
lHeadlights P. 25 lFog Lights P. 2 5 lHeadlight Cleaner P. 2 6 lWindshield Wipers and
Wa s h e r s P. 2 6
lRear Window and Outside Mirror
Defoggers P. 2 6
lInstrument Panel Light
Control P.27
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Before Driving When Driving
Night Driving
Driving Comfort
Opening and Closing
Rain and
What to do if ...
Customizing Your Lexus
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipement.
Opening and Closing
lDoors P. 39 lPower Wi ndows P. 40 lRetractable Hardtop P. 40 lFuel Tank Cap P.4 1 lHood P. 4 2 lTr u n k P.42
Responding to warning/indicator lights and other problems that may arise.
A list of features that can be customized according to owner preference.
What to do if ...
Customizing
Yo u r L e xu s
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Overview
Instrument Panel
Instrument panel light control
Light switch / Turn signal lever
Power rear view mirror control
switch
P.14
Headlight cleaner switch
P.26
Door lock button
P.39
Driving position memory switch
P.12
Power window switches
P.40
Parking brake release lever
P.20
Fuel filler door opener switch
P.41
P.27
P.25/20
AFS off switch
Trunk lid opener switch
Hood lock release lever
Steering switches
3
P.25
P.42
P.42
P.30
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Windshield wipers and washer switch
P.26
Emergency flasher switch
P.21
Navigation system∗
See “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
Climate control
Glove box
P.36
Cigarette lighter/Ashtray
P.35
Cup holder
P.35
Vehicle stability control off switch
P.21
P.32
Coin box
P.35
Driving pattern selector switch
Audio system
Cruise control switch
P.29
P.22
P.21
∗ : If equipped
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Trunk opener
P. 1 1
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 2 0 0
Hood lock release lever
P. 2 00
Fuel filler door opener
P. 4 0
Fuel filler door
P. 4 0
Tire inflation pressure
P. 2 2 7
Fuel tank capacity 19.8 gal. (75 L, 16.5 lmp.gal.) P.312 Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P.312
psi (kPa, kgf/cm2 or bar)
Cold tire inflation pressure
P245/40R18 93V 33 (230, 2.3) 245/40R18 93Y 33 (230, 2.3) P.316 245/40ZR18 33 (230, 2.3)
Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill)
With filler 5.5 (5.2, 4.6) P.312 Without filler 4.9 (4.6, 4.0)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Engine oil type
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P.312 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE-5W-30
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What to do if...

What to do if...
A tire puncture
The engine does not start
The transmi ssion selector lever cannot be moved out
The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming from under the hood
You lose your key
P. 2 7 7/
If you have a flat tire
279
P. 2 8 8
If the engine will not start
P. 4 4
Engine immobilizer system
P. 2 9 1
If the vehicle has a discharged battery
If the transmission selector lever cannot
P. 2 8 9
be shifted from P
P. 2 9 4
If your vehicle overheats
P. 2 9 0
If you lose your keys
346
The battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked
The horn begins to sound
The vehicle is stuck in mud or sand
P. 2 9 1
If the vehicle has a discharged battery
P. 7
Doors
P. 4 6
Alarm
P. 2 9 6
If the vehicle becomes stuck
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What to do if...
ABS
The warning light or indicator light comes on

nWarning lights

VSC off indicator light
Brake system warning light (U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light (Canada)
warning light
ABS warning light
(Canada)
Adaptive front lighting system off indicator light
(U.S.A.)
P. 2 6 6
If the warning light turns on
Engine oil replacement reminder light
P. 2 7 0 P. 27 5
(U.S.A.)
SRS warning
P. 2 6 6 P.2 6 9
light
Open door warning
P. 2 6 6 P. 2 75
light
Malfunction indicator
P. 2 6 9 P.2 6 9
lamp (U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
P. 2 6 9 P.2 6 9
lamp (Canada)
Charging system
P. 2 6 9 P.2 6 8
warning light
Low engine oil level warning light
P. 27 5 P. 2 7 6
Low washer fluid warning light
P. 27 5 P. 2 7 6
Low fuel level warning light
P. 27 5 P. 2 7 0
Tire pressure warning light
P. 2 7 0 P.2 6 8
Driver’s seat belt reminder warning light
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder warning light
Rear light failure warning light
Low engine oil pressure warning light
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Alphabetical index

Alphabetical index
A
A/C ............................................................ 130
ABS
ABS .............................................................114
Warning light ......................................269
Adaptive front
lighting system ....................................105
AFS ............................................................105
Warning light.......................................269
Air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 130
Air conditioning filter ...................... 234
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .........53
Airbag precautions
for your child ......................................60
Airbag warning light ....................... 269
General airbag precautions .......... 57
Locations of airbags ............................51
Modification and disposal
of airbags ...............................................61
Proper driving posture ..................... 49
Side airbag
operating conditions ...................... 53
Side airbag precautions ...................60
Alarm ........................................................... 46
AM/FM radio ......................................... 140
Antenna .................................................... 143
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system .....................114
Warning light ......................................269
Ashtrays .................................................... 168
Audio system
Antenna ...................................................143
Cassette player ...................................144
CD changer .......................................... 147
Optimal use .......................................... 153
Radio ........................................................140
Steering switch ....................................155
Auto anti-glare mirror .......................... 30
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................... 130
Automatic headlight leveling
system
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................106
Warning light .....................................269
Automatic light control
system .................................................... 104
Automatic transmission ........................93
Auxiliary box ...........................................165
B

Back-up lights

Replacing light bulbs ........................ 251
Wattage ..................................................318
Battery
Checking ................................................ 213
If the battery is discharged ............ 291
Preparing and checking
before winter .....................................122
Brake
Brake assist system .............................114
Fluid ........................................................... 210
Parking brake .........................................97
Warning light/buzzer .................... 266
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C

Care

Exterior ....................................................184
Interior ......................................................187
Cargo capacity ....................................... 118
Cargo hooks ........................................... 174
Cassette player ......................................144
CD changer ............................................ 147
Chains ........................................................ 123
Charging system warning light ...... 268
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ................... 68
Booster seats, installation .................74
Convertible seats,
definition................................................ 68
Convertible seats,
installation ...............................................71
Infant seats, definition .........................67
Infant seats, installation ........................71
Installing CRS with
lower anchorages ........................... 78
Installing CRS with seat belts ...........71
Installing CRS with
top straps ..............................................76
Child safety
Airbag precautions ............................60
Child restraint system ........................67
How your child should
wear the seat belt .............................24
Installing child restraints ................... 70
Power window lock switch .............33
Power window precautions .......... 35
Removed wireless remote control
battery precautions .......................237
Seat belt extender
precautions ..........................................26
Alphabetical index
Seat belt precautions ......................... 25
Seat heater precautions ................... 171
Trunk ............................................................13
Cigarette lighter .................................... 169
Cleaning
Exterior ................................................... 184
Interior ..................................................... 187
Clock ..........................................................167
Coin box ................................................... 164
Condenser .............................................. 210
Console box ........................................... 163
Cruise control ........................................... 111
Cup holder .............................................. 164
Customizable features ......................332
D
Daytime running light system ..........105
Defogger
Rear window defogger ..................136
Dimension ................................................ 310
Discharge headlights
Automatic headlight
leveling system ................................106
Wattage .................................................. 318
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............196
Door courtesy lights
Wattage .................................................. 318
Doors
Door courtesy light............................158
Door lock .....................................................7
Outside rear view mirrors .................31
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................................... 276
Driving
Correct posture ...................................49
Procedures .............................................82
Driving position memory .......................16
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Alphabetical index
E
ECT
Pattern select switch ..........................94
Engine
Compartment ....................................203
Hood ......................................................200
How to start the engine ....................90
If your vehicle will not
start .......................................................288
Ignition switch ........................................90
Malfunction indicator
lamp ..................................................... 269
Engine coolant
Capacity ..................................................313
Checking ..............................................208
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................................... 122
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................98
Engine immobilizer system ................. 44
Engine oil
Capacity ..................................................312
Checking ..............................................204
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................................... 122
Event data recorder ...........................263
Front passenger occupant
classification system............................ 62
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light .................................... 276
Front seats
Adjustment ................................................14
Fuel
Capacity ................................................. 312
Fuel gauge .............................................. 98
Information ............................................ 319
Low fuel level warning light .........275
Refueling .................................................. 40
Fuel filler door .......................................... 40
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 262
Fuses
Blade type ............................................ 238
Cartridge type ....................................246
G
Garage door opener ...........................176
Gas station information .................... 348
Gauge and meter ...................................98
Glove box .................................................162
Glove box light
Wattage ..................................................318
F
First-aid kit space ...................................174
Floor mats ................................................ 173
Fluid
Brake ........................................................210
Power steering ....................................212
Washer .................................................... 217
Fog lights
Switch .......................................................107
Wattage ................................................. 318
Foot lights .................................................158
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H

Head restraints

Adjusting ................................................... 19
Headlight aim ........................................ 248
Headlight cleaner ...................................110
Headlights
Switch .......................................................104
Wattage ..................................................318
Heaters
Outside rear view mirror ...............136
Seat heaters ............................................ 171
Hood .........................................................200
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I
I/M test ......................................................195
Ignition
Keys ................................................................ 2
Switch ........................................................ 90
Ignition switch light ...............................158
Illuminated entry system ....................159
In case of an emergency
If the battery runs out .......................291
If the retractable hardtop
does not close .................................297
If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever ......289
If you have a flat tire ............. 277/279
If you lose your keys .......................290
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 261
If your vehicle becomes
stuck .................................................... 296
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................................... 256
If your vehicle overheats ............... 294
If your vehicle will not start ..........288
Indicator lights ....................................... 100
Initializing your Lexus......................... 334
Inside rear view mirror ......................... 30
Interior light .............................................159
Alphabetical index
Ignition switch ........................................90
Key number ................................................2
Keys ................................................................2
Wireless remote control ..................... 4
L

Light bulbs

Replacing ............................................... 251
Wattage .................................................. 318
Lights
Fog lights switch ................................. 107
Headlights switch ..............................104
Interior light switch ............................158
Personal light switch ........................160
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 251
Turn signal lever ...................................96
Vanity lights ..........................................166
Wattage .................................................. 318
Load limits .................................................. 121
Low engine oil level warning
light.......................................................... 275
Low engine oil pressure warning
light.......................................................... 268
Low fuel level warning light.............. 275
Low washer fluid warning light........ 275
Luggage cover ....................................... 175
J

Jack

Positioning the jack ...........................201
Replacing the wheel .........................281
Jack handle .............................................279
Jump starting ...........................................291
K
Key reminder buzzer .............................10
Keys
If you lose your keys .......................290
M

Maintenance

Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 196
General maintenance ......................192
Maintenance data .............................. 310
Maintenance requirements ..........190
Meter
Instrument panel light
control ....................................................99
Meters .......................................................98
Mirrors
341
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Alphabetical index
Auto anti-glare mirror ....................... 30
Outside rear view mirror
heaters ..................................................136
Outside rear view mirrors ................ 31
Vanity mirrors ......................................166
O
Odometer ..................................................98
Oil
Engine oil ..............................................204
Open door warning
light/buzzer ........................................ 275
Opener
Fuel filler door .......................................40
Hood ......................................................200
Trunk ..............................................................11
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ..........................31
Driving position memory ...................16
P
Parking brake ........................................... 97
Parking lights
Switch ...................................................... 104
Wattage ................................................. 318
Personal lights
Switch ...................................................... 160
Wattage ................................................. 318
Power outlet ............................................ 170
Power steering fluid ............................. 212
Power windows .......................................33
R
Radiator .................................................... 210
Radio .......................................................... 140
RDS ..............................................................141
Rear seat belt holder .............................23
Rear window defogger ....................... 136
Replacing
Air conditioning filter........................234
Blade type fuses ............................... 238
Cartridge type fuses ........................246
Light bulbs ........................................... 250
Wireless remote control
battery .................................................236
Retractable hardtop .............................. 36
Run-flat tires ...........................................277
S

Seat belts

Adjusting the seat belt .........................21
Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) ................................23
Child restraint system
installation .............................................70
Cleaning .................................................188
Emergency Locking
Retractor (ELR) ................................. 23
How to wear your seat belt ..............21
How your child should
wear the seat belt ...............................21
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ........................ 24
Reminder light ....................................276
Seat belt extenders .............................25
Seat belt guide ....................................... 22
Seat belt pretensioners .....................22
Seat heaters .............................................. 171
Seats
Cleaning ................................................. 187
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............................70
Driving position memory .................. 16
Head restraint ......................................... 19
Properly sitting in the seat ...............49
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Alphabetical index
Seat adjustment ...................................... 14
Seat adjustment precautions ........... 15
Seat heaters ............................................171
Selector lever
Automatic transmission ................... 93
If you cannot move transmission
shift selector lever .........................289
Service reminder
indicators .............................................. 100
Shift lock system .................................. 289
Side airbags ................................................ 51
Side marker lights
Switch .......................................................104
Wattage ..................................................318
Side mirror .................................................. 31
Adjusting and folding .......................... 31
Driving position memory ..................16
Snow tire.................................................. 220
Spare tire ................................................280
Spark plug ................................................313
Specifications ..........................................310
Speedometer ........................................... 98
SRS airbag
SRS airbags .............................................. 51
Warning light .....................................269
Steering wheel
Adjusting ................................................. 28
Audio switches ....................................155
Driving position memory ..................16
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck .................................................... 296
Sub key ...........................................................2
Sun visors ..................................................166
Switch
ECT pattern select ..............................94
Fog light switch ................................... 107
Ignition switch ........................................90
Light switches ......................................104
Power door lock switch .......................7
Power window switch .......................33
Window lock switch ...........................33
T
Tachometer ...............................................98
Tail lights
Switch ...................................................... 104
Theft deterrent system
Alarm .........................................................46
Engine immobilizer
system .................................................... 44
Theft prevention labels .........................48
Tire inflation pressure ........................ 227
Tire pressure warning light...............270
Tires
Chains ......................................................123
Checking ............................................... 218
If you have a flat tire ..............277/279
Inflation pressure ............................... 227
Information ...........................................322
Replacing ............................................... 281
Rotating tires ........................................218
Size ............................................................ 316
Snow tires .............................................220
Tools .......................................................... 279
Total load capacity ................................. 121
Towing
Dinghy towing ......................................127
Emergency towing ...........................256
Trailer towing ........................................126
TRAC (traction control)
Traction control .................................... 114
Trip information display ...................... 103
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Alphabetical index
Trip meter ..................................................98
Trunk
Opener .........................................................11
Trunk light
Wattage ................................................. 318
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................251
Switch ........................................................ 96
Wattage ................................................. 318
V

Vanity lights

Vanity lights ...........................................166
Wattage ................................................. 318
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 166
Vehicle identification number .........310
Vehicle load capacity ............................ 121
VSC (vehicle stability control)
Vehicle stability control .....................114
Warning light ......................................270
W

Warning buzzers

Brake system ...................................... 266
Key reminder ...........................................10
Open door .......................................... 276
Retractable hardtop......................... 276
Shift range down .................................. 95
Tire pressure........................................ 270
Warning lights
ABS .........................................................269
Adaptive front lighting system ....269
Brake system ...................................... 266
Charging system ...............................268
Engine oil level ................................... 275
Engine oil pressure ..........................268
Engine oil replacement .................275
Low fuel level ...................................... 275
Low washer fluid ...............................275
Malfunction indicator lamp ..........269
Open door ...........................................275
Pretensioners ......................................... 22
Rear light failure..................................270
Seat belt reminder
light .......................................................276
SRS airbags ......................................... 269
Tire pressure .......................................270
VSC .........................................................270
Washer
Checking .................................................217
Low washer fluid warning
light .......................................................275
Preparing and checking
before winter .....................................122
Switch .......................................................108
Washing and waxing ........................... 184
Weight
Cargo capacity .....................................118
Load limits ................................................ 121
Weight .....................................................310
Wheels ..................................................... 232
Window glasses ...................................... 33
Window lock switch
(power window) ................................... 33
Windows
Power windows ....................................33
Rear window defogger ................... 136
Washer ...................................................108
Windshield wipers ............................... 108
Winter driving tips..................................122
Wireless remote control
Replacing the battery ......................236
Wireless remote control .....................4
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Alphabetical index
345
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Index
Alphabetical index ............... 338
What to do if............................. 346
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For U. S. owners
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Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners....................... 336
335
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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-800­25-LEXUS).
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or the Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, DC area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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6-2. Owner’s customize

Customizable features

Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus dealership.

Item Function
Wireless remote control func­tion
Door unlock function
Wir ele ss remote control (→P. 4 )
Operation indicator buzzer ON OFF Operation indicator buzzer volume Open door warning function (when locking the vehicle) Automatic door locking function
(if a door is not opened after being unlocked)
Trunk unlock function
Lock/Unlock turn signal light confirmation
Default
setting
ON OFF
One push
unlocks the
driver’s door,
second push unlocks pas-
senger’s door
Ask your Lexus dealer
ON OFF
ON OFF
60 seconds
Push for about
1 second
ON OFF
After
customization
Ask your
Lexus dealer
Ask your
Lexus dealer
Ask your
Lexus dealer
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6-2. Owner’s customize
Item Function
Unlock function
Door lock (→P. 7 )
Speed-detecting automatic door lock function Opening driver's door unlocks all doors Shift the shift lever to “P” unlocks all doors Shift the shift lever to position other than “P” locks all doors
Pow er windows (→P. 3 3 )
Alarm (→P. 4 6 )
Integrated door key operation ON OFF Wireless remote control inte-
grated operation Wireless remote control theft deterrent buzzer
Ambient light sensor sensitivity Ask your Lexus dealer Automatic light control system (→P. 1 0 4 )
Windshield wiper (→P. 1 0 8 )
Steering col­umn(→P. 2 8 )
Time period before lights turn
off
Automatic shift from LO speed
to intermittent when the vehicle
is stopped
Drip prevention function ON OFF
Automatic tilt-away function ON OFF
Default
setting
One turn
unlocks the
driver’s door,
second turn
unlocks pas-
senger’s door
OFF ON
OFF ON
ON OFF
ON OFF
Open OFF
ON OFF
30 seconds
ON OFF
After
customization
Ask your
Lexus dealer
Ask your
Lexus dealer
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Initializing your Lexus
The following features should be initialized after certain maintenance is per­formed to ensure the system operates correctly.
Item Maintenance performed Reference
Front seats
Power windows
Engine oil replace­ment reminder
Tire pressure warn­ing system
Reconnected, replaced or recharged the battery. Reconnected, replaced or recharged the battery.
Changed engine oil. P. 2 0 4
When changing the tire inflation pres­sure by changing traveling speed or load weight, etc.
P. 1 4
P. 3 3
P. 21 9
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6-1. Specifications........................... 310
Maintenance data...................... 310
Fuel information .......................... 319
Tire information .......................... 322
6-2. Owner’s customize .............. 332
Customizable features............ 332
Initializing your Lexus ............. 334
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Maintenance data
Dimensions and weight
Overall length 178.5 in. (4535 mm)
Overall width 71.9 in. (1825 mm)
Overall height 53.1 in. (1350 mm)*
Wheelbase 103.1 in. (2620 mm)
Tre a d - Fr o nt
- Rear
Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage)

*Unladen vehicle

61.0 in. (1550 mm)
60.4 in. (1535 mm)
645 lb. (295 kg)
Vehicle identification

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.
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This number is also on the Certifi­cation Label.
The engine number is stamped on the engine block.
Engine
Model 3UZ-FE
Ty p e 8-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline Bore and stroke 3.58 × 3.25 in. (91.0 × 82.5 mm)
Displacement 261.9 cu.in. (4293 cm3)
Valve clearance (engine cold) Intake exhaust
Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment
0.006 - 0.010 in. (0.15 - 0.25 mm)
0.010 - 0.014 in. (0.25 - 0.35 mm)
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Fuel
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating 91 (Research octane number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity 19.8 gal. (75 L, 16.5 lmp.gal)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity (drain and refill)
with filter
5.5 qt. (5.2 L, 4.6 lmp.qt.)
without filter
4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 lmp.qt.)
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the above grade and following vis­cosity.
Recommended oil viscosity
*
Temperature range anticipated before next oil change
* 5W-30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency
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Oil viscosity

l The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of
the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
l The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load condition.
Cooling system
Capacity 10.5 qt. (9.9 L, 8.7 lmp.qt.)
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-sil-
Coolant type
icate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech­nology Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
-Make DENSO
NGK
- Gap
NOTICE
n Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
SK20R11 IFR6A11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
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Electrical system
Battery
- Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.6–12.8 V Fully charged
12.2–12.4 V Half charged
11.8–12.0 V Discharged [Voltage checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the lights turned off]
- Charging rates
5A max.
Differential
Oil capacity 1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75 W-85 GL-5, Toyota Genuine Dif-
Oil type and viscosity
ferential Synthetic gear oil GL-5 SAE 75W-90 or their equivalent
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Automatic Transmission
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Fluid capacity Drain and refill
Fluid type
1.8 qt. (1.7 L, 1.5 lmp.qt.)
Toy ot a Ge nu in e AT F WS (ATF JWS3324 or NWS9638)
Brakes
Pedal clearance *
Pedal free play 0.008 - 0.08 in. (0.2 - 2 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake adjustment *
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
*1Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the force of 44 lbf. (196 N,
20kgf) with the engine running
2
Parking brake adjustment when depressed with the force of 66.1 lbf. (294N,
*
30 kgf)
1
2
3.9 in. (100 mm) Min.
7 - 9 clicks
Steering
Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®II or III
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Tires and wheels (Type A)
Tir e si ze 245/40R18 93Y
Driving in normal conditions Front 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Rear 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm Driving at high speeds above 112 mph (180 km/h) (in countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 12 psi (80 kPa, 0.8 kgf/cm and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure molded on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size 18 × 8 JJ
Wheel nut torque 76 f t•lbf. (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tires and wheels (Type B)
Tir e si ze P245/40R18 93V
Driving in normal conditions Front 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Rear 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm Driving at high speeds above 112 mph (180 km/h) (in countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 12 psi (80 kPa, 0.8 kgf/cm and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure molded on the tire sidewall.
2
or bar)
2
or bar)
2
) to the front tires
2
or bar)
2
or bar)
2
) to the front tires
Wheel size 18 × 8 JJ
Wheel nut torque 76 f t•lbf. (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Tires and wheels (Type C)
Tire si ze 245/40ZR 18
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Driving in normal conditions
2
or bar)
2
or bar)
2
) to the front tires
Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Front 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm Rear 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm Driving at high speeds above 112 mph (180 km/h) (in countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 12 psi (80 kPa, 0.8 kgf/cm and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure molded on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size 18 × 8 JJ
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf. (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Spare
Tire si ze T145/70R17 106M
Tire inflation pressure 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.3 kgf/cm2, 4.2 bar) Wheel size 17 × 4 T
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf. (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Light bulbs
Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Ty p e
Headlight (Low beam) D4S 35 B Front turn signal light 3457NA 30 G Headlight (High beam) 9005 60 A Parking light 168 5 C
Exterior
Interior
Fog lights H3 55 F Front side marker light 168 5 C Tr un k l ig h t 194 3.8 C Rear side marker light 168 5 C Rear turn signal light ⎯ 21 G Back-up light 74 4 0 21 C Front personal / Interior lights ⎯ 8 E Van ity li ght s ⎯ 1.5 D Door courtesy lights 194 3.8 C Foot lights ⎯ 1.4 C

A:HB3 halogen bulbs

B: D4S discharge bulbs

C:Wedge base bulbs

D:Double end bulbs

E: Single end bulbs

F: H3 halogen bulbs

G:Wedge base bulbs (amber)

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Fuel information
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline. Premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance.

At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the USA and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada.

n Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
l To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that will
only accept the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
l If 91 Octane cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an
Octane Rating as low as 87(Research Octane Number 91). However, use of unleaded fuel with an Octane Rating lower than 91 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage and should be corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
n If your engine knocks...
l Consult your Lexus dealer.
l You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving up hills. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
n Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
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n Gasoline quality standards
l Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed a
specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be applied worldwide.
l The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission
levels. In the US, category 3 or 4 has been adopted.
l The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance.
n Lexus recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
l Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid build-up of engine deposits.
l All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or keep
clean intake systems.
n Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxygen­ates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in many areas.
Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor­mance, reduce vehicle emissions, and improve air quality.
n Lexus does not recommend blended gasoline
l Lexus allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate con-
tent is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
l If you use gasohol in your Lexus, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower
than 87.
l Lexus DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
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n Lexus does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contain an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo­pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel con­taining MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this hap­pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
NOTICE
n Notice of gasoline quality
l Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle's three-way catalytic con­verters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
l Do not use gasohol other than stated above.
It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
l Use of unleaded fuel with an octane number or rating lower than stated above
will cause persistent heavy knocking. If severe, this will lead to engine damage.
n Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor hot start­ing, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
n When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It may cause paint damage.
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Tire information
Ty p ic a l ti re s y mb o ls
1
Tire size (→P.325)
2
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (→P.324)
3
Location of tread wear indicators (→P. 2 1 8 )
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4
Run-flat tire (RFT) or standard tire (→P. 2 7 7 )
This vehicle can be equipped with either run-flat tires (RFT) or standard tires. A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall of the run-flat tire.
5
Turning indicator (→P. 2 1 8 )
Some vehicles are equipped with directional tires.
6
Tire ply composition and materials
Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire.
7
Radial tires or bias-ply tires
A radial tire has “RADIAL” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “RADIAL” is a bias-ply tire.
8
“TUBELESS” or “TUBE TYPE”
A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure.
9
Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure (→P. 2 2 0 )
10
Maximum cold tire inflation pressure (→P. 3 1 6 )
This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated.
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Uniform tire quality grading
For details, see “Uniform tire quality grading” that follows.
12
Summer tire or all season tire (→P. 2 2 0 )
An all season tire has “M+S” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “M+S” is a summer tire.
13
“TEMPORARY USE ONLY” (→P. 2 8 0 )
A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” molded into its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary emer­gency use only.
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Typical DOT and tire identification number (TIN)
1
“DOT” symbol*
2
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
3
Tire manufacturer’s identification mark
4
Tire size code
5
Manufacturer’s optional tire type code (3 or 4 letters)
6
Manufacturing week
7
Manufacturing year
* The “DOT” symbol certifies that
the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
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Tire size
n Typical tire size information
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Type A and B
Type C
Spare
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The illustration indicates typical tire size.

1
Tire use (P = Passenger car, T = Temporary use) Section width (in millimeters) Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Speed category (alphabet with one letter) Tire construction code (R = Radial, D = Diagonal) Wheel diameter (in inches) Load index (2 digits or 3 digits) Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter)
n Tire measurements
1
2
3
Section width Tire hei ght Wheel diameter
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Tire section names
1
Bead
2
Sidewall
3
Shoulder
4
Tr ea d
5
Belt
6
Inner liner
7
Reinforcing rubber
8
Carcass
9
Rim lines
10
Bead wires
11
Chafer
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Lexus vehi­cles with information on uniform tire quality grading.
Your Lexus dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information.
n DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Require­ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
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n Tread wear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov­ernment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 - 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia­tions in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteris­tics and climate.
n Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
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n Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Glossary of tire terminology
Tir e re lat ed t er m Meaning
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
Accessory weight
Cold tire inflation pressure
Curb weight
Maximum inflation pres­sure
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
Normal occupant weight
Production options weight
Vehicle capacity weight (Total load capacity)
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip­ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and addi­tional weight optional engine The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci­fied in the second column of Table 1 that follows The combined weight of installed regular production options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the standard items which they replace, not previously con­sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity
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Tire related term Meaning
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white
lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
Intended outboard sidewall
model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side that must always face out­ward when mounted on a vehicle
Occupant distribution
Recommended inflation pressure
Rim
Rim diameter (Wheel diameter)
Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1* below
Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu­facturer
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation
The industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis­tributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two
The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis­Vehicle normal load on the tire
tributing to each axle its share of curb weight, acces-
sory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in
accordance with Table 1* below), and dividing it by two Weat he r s id e The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire
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*: Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various
designated seating capacities
Designated seating capac-
ity, Number of occupants
Vehicle normal load,
Number of occupants
Occupant distribution in a
normally loaded vehicle
2 through 4 2 2 in front
5 through 10 3 2 in front, 1 in second seat
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5-1. Essential information

If your vehicle needs to be towed

Never tow your vehicle with a sling type tow truck. We recommend having your vehicle towed with a wheel lift type truck or flat bed truck by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service.

Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. If towing from the rear, the vehicle’s front wheels and axles must be in good condition. (→P.258) If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

n Before towing

In the following cases, there may be a problem with your transmission. Contact your Lexus dealer before towing.

l The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
l The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem­porarily towed by a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eye­let(s). This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short distance at low speeds. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehi­cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi­tion.
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n Emergency towing procedures
Release the parking brake.
Put the transmission in “N”.
The ignition switch must be in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine running).
CAUTIO N
1
Towing eyelets
5-1. Essential information
n Caution while towing
l Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or erratic
driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cable or chain.
l If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
n To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear.
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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
FROM FRONT
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
n To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
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FROM REAR
Place the key in the “ACC” posi­tion so that the steering wheel is unlocked.
NOTICE
n To prevent damaging the vehicle
l Do not tow with the key removed or in the LOCK position. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
l When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
n To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
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Transporting your Lexus on a flat bed truck
If your Lexus is transported by a flat bed, it should be tied down at locations A and B as shown.
If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded black must be at 45°.
Do not use excessive tension on the tie downs or vehicle damage may occur.
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
n Visible symptoms
Look for any of the following symptoms.
l Fluid leaks under the vehicle
l Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal
l Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
l Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher
than normal
n Audible symptoms
Listen for any of the following symptoms.
l Change in exhaust sound
l Excessive tire squeal when cornering
l Strange noises related to suspension system
l Pinging or other noises related to engine
n Problems with operation
Check for any of the following symptoms.
l Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
l Appreciable loss of power
l Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
l Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
l Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
floor
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Fuel pump shut off system
The fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates.
n To restart the engine after the system activates
Turn the ignition switch to ACC or LOCK once. Restart it.
NOTICE
n Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that fuel has leaked on to the ground, the fuel system has been damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
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Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event Data Recorder (EDR).
In a crash or a near car crash event
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the following infor­mation:
l Engine speed
l Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
l Veh ic le spe ed
l To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
l Position of the transmission selector lever
l Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts or not
l Driver’s seat position
l Front passenger’s occupant classification
l SRS airbag deployment data
l SRS airbag system diagnostic data
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Your LEXUS' Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include activating the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of the following information:
l Behavior of the vehicle
l Steering wheel angle
l Veh icl e sp eed
l To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
l To what extent the brake pedal was applied
l To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4 wheels
l Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of improv­ing vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers.
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Disclosure of the data

Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:

l An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing company for a
leased vehicle) is obtained
l Officially requested by the police or other authorities
l Used as a defense for Lexus in a law suit
l Ordered by a court

However, if necessary Lexus will:

l Use the data for research on Lexus vehicle safety performance
l Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without dis-
closing details of the vehicle owner, and only when it is deemed neces­sary
l Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification information
to a non-Lexus organization for research purposes
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4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular mainte­nance is essential. It is the owner’s responsibility to perform regular checks.

Lexus recommends the following maintenance:

n General maintenance

Should be performed on a daily basis. This can be done yourself or by a Lexus dealer.

n Scheduled maintenance

Should be performed at specified intervals according to the mainte­nance schedule.
For details about maintenance items and schedules, refer “Warranty and Services Guide/Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance”.
n Do-it-yourself maintenance (→P.1 9 6 )

You can perform some maintenance procedures yourself. Please be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect warranty coverage.

The use of Lexus Repair Manuals is recommended.
For details about warranty coverage, see separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War­ranty and Services Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Service and repairs not covered in this Owner’s Manual should be per­formed by a qualified technician using Lexus service and repair publica­tions.
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n Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts be used for repairs to ensure optimum performance. If non-Lexus replacement parts are used or if a repair shop other than a Lexus dealer performs repairs, confirm the warranty coverage.
n Have inspections and repairs performed by a Lexus dealer whenever possible
l Lexus technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with the
latest service information. They specialize in the operation of all systems on your Lexus.
l Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has been
performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise while your vehicle is under warranty, your Lexus dealer will promptly take care of it.
CAUTIO N
n Hazardous materials
l Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile com-
ponents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause can­cer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a well ventilated area.
l Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by compo-
nent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
l Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after han­dling. (→P. 2 1 3 )
l Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Avoid prolonged and repeated contact. Always protect your skin by wash­ing thoroughly with soap and water.
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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at the interval specified in the Warranty and Services Guide/Owners Manual Supplement. It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Lexus dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
Items Check points
Battery • Maintenance-free. (→P. 2 1 3 ) Brake fluid • At the correct level? (→P. 2 1 0 ) Engine coolant • At the correct level? (→P. 2 0 8 ) Engine oil • At the correct level? (→P. 2 0 4 )
Exhaust system • No fumes or strange sound? Power steering fluid • At the correct level? (→P.212) Radiator/condenser/ hoses • Not blocked with foreign matter? (→P. 2 1 0 ) Wash er fl uid •Sufficient? (→P. 2 1 7 )
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Vehicle interior
Items Check points
4-2. Maintenance
Accelerator pedal
Automatic transmission “Park” mechanism
• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on a incline with the selector lever in “P”?
• Not pull to one side when applied?
Brakes
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Brake pedal
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights
Parking brake
• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? (→P. 2 4 8 )
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on a incline?
Seats • The seat controls operate properly?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
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Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noise?
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Vehicle exterior
Items Check points
Door/ trunk
• Do they operate smoothly?
• Do the locks work properly?
Engine hood • Does the hood latch and lock work properly?
Fluid leaks • Are there any leaks when the vehicle is parked?
• Is the inflation pressure correct? (→P. 2 27 )
• Are tire surfaces worn or damaged? (→P. 2 1 8 )
Ti r e
• Do the tires need to be rotated according to the
maintenance schedule? (→P. 2 1 8 )
• Are the wheel lug nuts loose?
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Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system.

n If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on

The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service the vehicle.

n Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test:

l When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased. Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may not be completely set.
l When the fuel tank cap is loose
The Malfunction indicator lamp comes on as temporary malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
n When the malfunction indicator lamp goes off after several driving
trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehi­cle is driven 40 or more times.

n If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for retesting.

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5-1. Essential information............ 256
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.......................................... 256
If you think something is
wrong............................................ 261
Fuel pump shut off system...... 262
Event data recorder................. 263
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency ............................ 266
If the warning light turns
on... ............................................... 266
If you have a flat tire
(Vehicles with run-flat
tires)............................................. 277
If you have a flat tire
(Vehicles with standard
tires)............................................. 279
If the engine will not start....... 288
If the transmission selector
lever cannot be shifted
from P......................................... 289
If you lose your keys................. 290
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery.................. 291
If your vehicle overheats......... 294
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................................. 296
If the retractable hardtop
does not close.......................... 297
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If the warning light turns on...

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

If the brake system warning light comes on, stop the vehicle immedi­ately.

The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.

Warning lights Warning light/Details
Brake system warning light (Warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
(U.S.A)
(Canada)
• Malfunction in the brake booster system This light also comes on when the parking brake
is not released. If the light turns off after the park­ing brake is fully released the system is operating normally.
* Brake warning buzzer:
If a malfunction that affects brake performance occurs, a buzzer sounds together with the warning light.
* Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) or more.
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n If both the ABS and brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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If the following warning lights come on, stop the vehicle immediately.

The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.

Warning lights Warning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates an abnormal level of engine oil pres­sure.
This warning light may turn on if the level of engine oil declines. The light should turn off after checking the oil and adding oil if necessary.
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If the following warning lights come on, have the vehicle inspected immediately.

Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

Warning lights Warning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
(U.S.A)
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control
(Canada)
system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
(U.S.A)
(Canada)
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
Adaptive front lighting system off indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The adaptive front lighting system; or
• The automatic headlight leveling system if the light flashes.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
If both the ABS and brake system warning light remain on (→P. 2 6 7 )
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Warning lights Warning light/Details
Vehicle stability control system OFF indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the VSC or TRAC sys­tem if the light flashes.
Tire pressure warning light
Indicates:
• Low tire pressure if the light comes on
• Malfunction in the tire pressure warning sys­tem if the light stays on after blinking for 1 minute
Rear light failure warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• Tail light
• Stop light
n If the malfunction indicator lamp remains on while driving
First check the following:
l Check fuel level, if the fuel tank is empty, refuel immediately.
l Check the fuel tank cap, if the fuel tank cap is loose, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after driving regularly for some time.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
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n SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the following:
l The airbag sensor assembly
l The front airbag sensors
l The side airbag sensors
l The driver’s seat belt buckle switch
l The driver’s seat position sensor
l The front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch
l The front passenger occupant classification ECU
l The pressure sensor
l The belt tension sensor
l The front passenger airbag on-off indicator light
l The seat belt pretensioner assemblies
l The inflators
l The interconnecting wiring and power sources
n When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire pressure warning light.
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n The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjust­ing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).
n When a tires is replaced with a spare tire (if equipped)
The compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve & trans­mitter. If a tire goes flat, the warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the proper tire inflation pressure. The warning light will turn off after a few minutes.
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n If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the following condi­tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
l If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valve & transmitters are used.
l If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valve & transmitters is not registered.
l If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are nearby.
l If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
l If the tire pressure warning select switch is set to a different tire setting.
l If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or
wheel housings.
l If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.
l If tire chains are used.
l If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm
n If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently
2
or bar) or higher.
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently when the ignition switch is turned to “ON” position, have it checked by your Lexus dealer.
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n If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
l Vehicles with run-flat tires:
• Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h).
• Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have the tire replaced by the nearest Lexus dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
l Vehicles with standard tires:
• Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
n If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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n Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is sig­nificantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pres­sure warning light) illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under­inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light).
NOTICE
n Precaution when installing a different tire
When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pressure warn­ing system may not operate properly.
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If the following warning lights come on, have the malfunction repaired immediately.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light turns off.

Warning lights Warning light/Details
Low engine oil level warning light
Low level of engine oil
Open door warning light (Warning buzzer)*
1
Indicates that a door or trunk lid is not fully closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Fuel level (Less than approximately
2.9 gal. [11 L, 2.4 Imp.gal.])
Low washer fluid warning light
Low level of washer fluid
Engine oil replacement reminder light
(U.S.A)
Indicates when to replace the engine oil.
Correction
procedures
Check the level of engine oil and add if necessary.
Check that both side doors and trunk lid are closed.
Refuel the vehicle.
Fill the tank.
Replace the engine oil.
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Warning lights Warning light/Details
Correction
procedures
Driver’s seat belt reminder light
(Warning buzzer)*
2
Wear the seat belt.
Warns the driver to wear his/her seat belt.
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
(Warning buzzer)*
2
Wear the seat belt.
Warns the front passen­ger to wear his/her seat belt.
*1
Open door warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) or more and a door or trunk lid is not fully closed.
*2
Seat belt reminder warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound again if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or more and each seat belt is not fastened.
n Front passenger detection sensor and passenger’s seat belt reminder
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight, the reminder light to flash and buzzer to sound.
n If the open retractable hardtop warning buzzer sounds
Immediately stop your vehicle and open or close the retractable hardtop fully.
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If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with run-flat tires)
Take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer as soon as possible.
n Run-flat tires
You can continue driving a vehicle with run-flat tires even if any tire goes flat.
It is able to run for a maximum of 100 miles (160 km) at a speed below 55 mph (90 km/h) after the tire pressure warning light comes on. (→P.2 7 0 )
n In some condition (such as at high temperatures)
You can not continue driving for up to 100 miles (160 km).
n Spare tire
A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle with run-flat tires.
n If you cannot distinguish between the standard tires and run-flat tires
Consult Lexus dealer.
n For the detailed information on run-flat tires
See the tire warranty book for details.
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NOTICE
n When replacing the tires
l Have the tires replaced by the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer. The
tire pressure warning valve & transmitters will be affected by the installation or removal of tires.
l Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valve & transmitters as well.
n To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valve & transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
n The use of the run-flat tires
Do not use the run-flat tires on any other vehicle.
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If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with standard tires)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
n Before jacking the vehicle
l Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat, level surface.
l Set the parking brake.
l Set the transmission selector lever in P.
l Stop the engine.
l Turn on the emergency flashers.
n Location of spare tire jack and jacking position
Wheel nut wrench
Tire jack handle
Tir e j ack position
Tire jack
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n Compact spare tire
The compact tire saves space in your luggage compartment, and its lighter weight helps to enhance fuel economy and permits easier installation in case of a flat tire.
The compact spare tire is designed for temporary emergency use only.
n Tread life
The compact spare tire can be used many times, if necessary. It has tread life of up to 3000 miles (4800 km) depending on road conditions and your driving habits. When tread wear indicators appear on the tire, replace the tire. (→P. 2 1 8 )
n When using the compact spare tire
As the spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve & transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be warned. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.
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Replacing a flat tire
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Chock the tires.
Wheel chocks
Flat tire
Left­hand side
Wheel chock
positions
Behind the rear right-hand side tire
Front tire
Right­hand side
Left­hand side
Behind the rear left-hand side tire
In front of the front right-hand side tire
Rear tire
Right­hand side
In front of the front left-hand side tire
Slightly loosen the nuts (one turn).
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Wheel nut wrench
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Jack point
Turn the tire jack joint “A” by hand until the jack is in contact with the jack point.
Tire jack position
Tire jack
A
Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.
Tire jack handle
Remove all the nuts and the tire.
When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.
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Installing spare tire
Install the compact spare tire and loosely tighten each nut by hand to approximately the same amount.
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Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the wheel contact surface.
If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle.
Disc wheel sheet
Disc wheel
Tapered portion
Tire jack handle
Nuts
Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet.
Lower the vehicle.
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Wheel nut wrench
Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
76 f t
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
Check the following when stowing the tire jack and tire.
l The tire jack should be firmly
secured in the carrier.
l The tire should be loaded in
the trunk with the retractable hardtop closed.
n If you have a flat rear tire on a road covered with snow or ice, or while using tire
chains
Install the compact spare tire on the front of the vehicle. Perform the following steps in order and fit tire chains to the rear tires.
Replace a front tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the rear tires.
n After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 219)
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CAUTIO N
n Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or injuries due to the vehicle sud­denly falling off the jack. Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
l Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
l Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.Do not
use this tire jack on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires on this vehicle.
l Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
l Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
l When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
l Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.
l Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
l Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
l Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
l Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on
or near the vehicle may be injured.
n Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
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l Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
The oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
l Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m,
10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these pre-cautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
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n Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at more than 50 mph (80 km/h) when the compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident.
n When using the compact spare tire
l Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden deceleration and sharp turns.
l Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
l Do not use more than one compact spare tire at the same time.
l Do not use the compact spare tire on any other vehicle.
NOTICE
n Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair.
n When driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road surfaces.
n Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
n Be sure to check the pressure for the compact spare tire
The pressure for the compact spare tire must be 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.3 kgf/cm bar).
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NOTICE
n When the tires must be repaired or replaced
l Take the vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer. The tire
pressure warning valve & transmitters will be affected by tire installation or removal.
l Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valve & transmitters as well.
n To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valve & transmitters
l Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start, even though correct starting procedures are being followed (→P.90), consider each of the following points. Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair pro­cedures are unknown.
n The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates nor-
mally
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
l The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting pro­cedures (→P.90). Hold the key in the START position for a slightly longer period (up to a maximum of 15 seconds).
n The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l The battery may be discharged. (→P. 2 9 1 )
l The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
n The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
l The battery may be discharged. (→P. 2 9 1 )
l There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→P. 4 4 )
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If the transmission selector lever cannot be shifted from P
If the transmission selector lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the selector lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure the selector lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake. Turn the key to ACC. Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-bladed screwdriver or equivalent.
Insert your finger, the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to push down the shift lock override but­ton. You can shift the selector lever while pushing the button.
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If you lose your keys
New keys can be ordered from your Lexus dealer.
If all the master keys are lost, the on-board computer must also be replaced.
n If a key with a built-in remote control is lost
The vehicle settings can be changed so that the wireless remote control function does not operate. Contact your Lexus dealer for more information.
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If the vehicle has a discharged battery
The following procedures may be used to start the engine in the event the vehicle’s battery is discharged. You can call your Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Lexus Customer Ser­vice Assistance.

If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus following the steps below.

Connecting the jumper cables.
If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the booster battery. (This helps reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)
1
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle.
2
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
3
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
4
Connect the jumper cables to ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration.
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately five minutes.
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Maintain the engine speed on the second vehicle and start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the exact reverse jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con­nected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

n Avoiding a discharged battery
l Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned off.
l Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle runs at a low
speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
n When disconnecting the battery
Deactivate the theft deterrent system. If the system is not deactivated, it could sound the alarm and lock the doors.
CAUTIO N
n Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
l Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal.
l Do not allow the booster cables to come into contact with the + and - terminals.
l Do not generate a flame near the battery by using a match, cigarette lighter, or
smoking.
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CAUTIO N
n Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive electrolyte, while related parts con­tain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery.
l When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi­cle body.
l Do not lean over the battery.
l In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received.
l Always wash your hands after handling battery-related parts.
l Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
n To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle because the three-way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard.
n When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.
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If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the automatic air con­ditioning control.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam: Stop the engine.
If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating: Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown in the instrument clus­ter) begins to fall and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating: Stop the engine and call your local Lexus dealer.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, check the level of engine coolant and inspect the radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
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Add engine coolant if required.
Water can be used as an emer­gency measure if engine coolant is unavailable.(→P. 2 0 8 )
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n Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
l The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
l Steam is coming out from under the hood.
CAUTIO N
n To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
l Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the engine is
running.
l Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury could result from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure.
NOTICE
n When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant. When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow to the extent that it cannot move.
l Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the transmission selec-
tor lever in P.
l Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
l Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction
under the tires.
l Restart the engine.
l Turn off the traction control system or vehicle stability control system.
(→P. 1 1 5 )
l Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
CAUTIO N
n When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround­ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free, use extreme caution.
NOTICE
n To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
l Do not operate the selector lever while depressing the accelerator pedal.
l Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
l If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
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