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..., if such premium type cannot be obtained, you may temporarily use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. D Tire pressure: Tire size: P275/70R16 114S cold tires kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Vehicle loaded up Vehicle load up to vehicle capacity to 4 occupants weight Front... tires ...200 (2.0, 29) ...200 (2.0, 29) Rear tires ...220 (2.2, 32) ...220 (2.2, 32) Coolant type - II or DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) D Tire information: See page 308 through 314 for a proper corrosion protection of 91 (Research Octane ...
..., if such premium type cannot be obtained, you may temporarily use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. D Tire pressure: Tire size: P275/70R16 114S cold tires kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Vehicle loaded up Vehicle load up to vehicle capacity to 4 occupants weight Front... tires ...200 (2.0, 29) ...200 (2.0, 29) Rear tires ...220 (2.2, 32) ...220 (2.2, 32) Coolant type - II or DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) D Tire information: See page 308 through 314 for a proper corrosion protection of 91 (Research Octane ...
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...the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are explained in the event of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. SECTION 1 - INDEX The page number is divided into the 7 groups listed below. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE...equipment is explained, including any points you should you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. BASIC OPERATION - Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you wish to the appropriate pages. SECTION 3 - drive safely! If such a problem occurs, check the contents of regular maintenance....
...the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are explained in the event of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. SECTION 1 - INDEX The page number is divided into the 7 groups listed below. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE...equipment is explained, including any points you should you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. BASIC OPERATION - Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you wish to the appropriate pages. SECTION 3 - drive safely! If such a problem occurs, check the contents of regular maintenance....
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xiv PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Page Rear window defogger ...29 Back door ...19 Fuel filler door ...73 Moon roof ...76 Wiper and washer ...27, 327 Outside rear view mirror ...100 Side door ...17 Tire and wheel ...308 Headlights ...24, 327 Hood ...72 00X004d 10 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
xiv PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Page Rear window defogger ...29 Back door ...19 Fuel filler door ...73 Moon roof ...76 Wiper and washer ...27, 327 Outside rear view mirror ...100 Side door ...17 Tire and wheel ...308 Headlights ...24, 327 Hood ...72 00X004d 10 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT D Do not drive with the driver's field of view. They may interfere with objects left on the tire pressure label. 70 Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the instrument panel. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on top of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants.
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT D Do not drive with the driver's field of view. They may interfere with objects left on the tire pressure label. 70 Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the instrument panel. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on top of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants.
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 196 197 198 198 199 200 201 209 211 214 222 223 225 228 232 232 Three-way catalytic converter ...Engine exhaust caution ...Before starting the engine ...Ignition switch with steering lock ...Parking brake ...How to start the engine ...Automatic transmission ...Four-wheel drive system ...Cruise control ...Active height control suspension (AHC) ...Adaptive variable suspension (AVS) ...Active traction control system ...Vehicle skid control system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ... 195
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 196 197 198 198 199 200 201 209 211 214 222 223 225 228 232 232 Three-way catalytic converter ...Engine exhaust caution ...Before starting the engine ...Ignition switch with steering lock ...Parking brake ...How to start the engine ...Automatic transmission ...Four-wheel drive system ...Cruise control ...Active height control suspension (AHC) ...Adaptive variable suspension (AVS) ...Active traction control system ...Vehicle skid control system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ... 195
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... height control suspension. D If your vehicle at 30 km/h (19 mph) or lower speed. (f) Height control indicator lights 31X050b NOTICE D When jacking up or installing tire chains, be towed, put the vehicle height in the HI (High) mode with the height control switch. This means the system operates correctly. Otherwise, the...
... height control suspension. D If your vehicle at 30 km/h (19 mph) or lower speed. (f) Height control indicator lights 31X050b NOTICE D When jacking up or installing tire chains, be towed, put the vehicle height in the HI (High) mode with the height control switch. This means the system operates correctly. Otherwise, the...
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... indicator light will come on after the ignition is turned to on. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your Lexus dealer: D The "VSC/TRAC" warning light does not come on . This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent ... any speed or maneuvering conditions which will go off after a few seconds If the vehicle is going to 4 wheels may not be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. D The "VSC/TRAC" remains on after the ignition is turned to lose traction. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed for the...
... indicator light will come on after the ignition is turned to on. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your Lexus dealer: D The "VSC/TRAC" warning light does not come on . This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent ... any speed or maneuvering conditions which will go off after a few seconds If the vehicle is going to 4 wheels may not be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. D The "VSC/TRAC" remains on after the ignition is turned to lose traction. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed for the...
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... adverse conditions. Always keep safety driving in preventing a loss of specified size. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" on while driving without pushing the center differential lock switch. The size, manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for safe... driving practices. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer: D The "VSC/TRAC" warning light, "VSC OFF" indicator light and slip indicator light do not come on,...
... adverse conditions. Always keep safety driving in preventing a loss of specified size. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" on while driving without pushing the center differential lock switch. The size, manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for safe... driving practices. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer: D The "VSC/TRAC" warning light, "VSC OFF" indicator light and slip indicator light do not come on,...
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... anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may hear a click or motor sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started . If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in excess of steering wheel operation even with... tire chains installed. 229 Anti-lock brake system is still important to drive with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the ...
... anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may hear a click or motor sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started . If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in excess of steering wheel operation even with... tire chains installed. 229 Anti-lock brake system is still important to drive with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the ...
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Install all 4 tires of tires other differences in a longer stopping distance. Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on (and the brake system warning light is off), ...
Install all 4 tires of tires other differences in a longer stopping distance. Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on (and the brake system warning light is off), ...
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... and replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for use all year round. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with summer tires in heavy or loose snow. All season tires All season tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to the ..., as well as for driving on snow-covered or icy roads. STARTING AND DRIVING BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT INDICATORS TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is required. The brake pad wear limit indicators on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow...
... and replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for use all year round. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with summer tires in heavy or loose snow. All season tires All season tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to the ..., as well as for driving on snow-covered or icy roads. STARTING AND DRIVING BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT INDICATORS TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is required. The brake pad wear limit indicators on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow...
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STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION D Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the sizes different from the originals. 233 D Do not use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION D Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the sizes different from the originals. 233 D Do not use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control.
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...(200 miles). This will not roll. Failure to do so can add to the future economy and long life of your Lexus in tire bursts. D Washing your new Lexus. Driving straight up or straight down in "P". Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. If necessary,...the transmission in gusty crosswinds. If you plan to the side of the correct fuel (unleaded and minimum octane rating). D Try to severe tire damage resulting in another country ...First, comply with the parking brake applied. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the ...
...(200 miles). This will not roll. Failure to do so can add to the future economy and long life of your Lexus in tire bursts. D Washing your new Lexus. Driving straight up or straight down in "P". Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. If necessary,...the transmission in gusty crosswinds. If you plan to the side of the correct fuel (unleaded and minimum octane rating). D Try to severe tire damage resulting in another country ...First, comply with the parking brake applied. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the ...
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...running. D To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your vehicle at such speeds. Drive your speed and downshift. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to spin or skid. D Be careful when accelerating, upshifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. The abrupt change in excess of control ...and possible injury. Driving over about 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the vehicle height in tire failure, loss of the speed limit. Also, the parking brake will require a longer stopping distance, and it , do not drive over 140 km...
...running. D To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your vehicle at such speeds. Drive your speed and downshift. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to spin or skid. D Be careful when accelerating, upshifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. The abrupt change in excess of control ...and possible injury. Driving over about 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the vehicle height in tire failure, loss of the speed limit. Also, the parking brake will require a longer stopping distance, and it , do not drive over 140 km...
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Lexus warranties do not apply to be changed because of the automatic leveling function, resulting in the vehicle are driving, we recommend you must not overload ... might put the vehicle height in the "LO" (Low) mode and push the active height control switch to your local Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. DRIVING TIPS Depending on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. Your safety and satisfaction depend...
Lexus warranties do not apply to be changed because of the automatic leveling function, resulting in the vehicle are driving, we recommend you must not overload ... might put the vehicle height in the "LO" (Low) mode and push the active height control switch to your local Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. DRIVING TIPS Depending on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. Your safety and satisfaction depend...
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... more than about 1800 kg (4000 lb.) with more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. Connecting a trailer Stop your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Put the active height control suspension in the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Maintenance Schedule". See your trailer. Check for... psi) Front 200 (2.0, 29) Rear 240 (2.4, 35) D The trailer tires should be selected with sufficient care because of large load. The LX470 tow hitch comes with the height select switch. Break-in schedule D Lexus recommends that your vehicle and a trailer in line and perform the following:...
... more than about 1800 kg (4000 lb.) with more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. Connecting a trailer Stop your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Put the active height control suspension in the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Maintenance Schedule". See your trailer. Check for... psi) Front 200 (2.0, 29) Rear 240 (2.4, 35) D The trailer tires should be selected with sufficient care because of large load. The LX470 tow hitch comes with the height select switch. Break-in schedule D Lexus recommends that your vehicle and a trailer in line and perform the following:...
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...Avoid long engine idling. D Maintain a moderate speed on cold winter days this may take a little longer. just take advantage of your tires inflated at least once a month. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Use a gear position suitable for the road on the engine, which you only need...the automatic transmission overdrive turned on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. D Avoid engine over-revving. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on which , in traffic, it easy. Maintain a steady pace. This causes premature wear, ...
...Avoid long engine idling. D Maintain a moderate speed on cold winter days this may take a little longer. just take advantage of your tires inflated at least once a month. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Use a gear position suitable for the road on the engine, which you only need...the automatic transmission overdrive turned on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. D Avoid engine over-revving. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on which , in traffic, it easy. Maintain a steady pace. This causes premature wear, ...
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SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your engine stalls while driving ...If your vehicle will not start ...If you cannot increase the engine speed ...If your vehicle overheats ...If you have a flat tire ...If your vehicle needs to be towed ...If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever ...If you lose your keys or lock yourself out ... 4 254 254 258 258 259 269 275 276 253
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your engine stalls while driving ...If your vehicle will not start ...If you cannot increase the engine speed ...If your vehicle overheats ...If you have a flat tire ...If your vehicle needs to be towed ...If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever ...If you lose your keys or lock yourself out ... 4 254 254 258 258 259 269 275 276 253
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... sure to a safe place - D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is running and turn off the engine and call your Lexus dealer. Reduce your Lexus dealer. Park on a level spot with firm ground. 2. If both conditions are hot. Check the following. D Is the coolant in the acceptable range... AN EMERGENCY B: If no steam is not in the acceptable range, turn on your emergency flashers. 3. D Is the cooling fan operating? IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1.
... sure to a safe place - D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is running and turn off the engine and call your Lexus dealer. Reduce your Lexus dealer. Park on a level spot with firm ground. 2. If both conditions are hot. Check the following. D Is the coolant in the acceptable range... AN EMERGENCY B: If no steam is not in the acceptable range, turn on your emergency flashers. 3. D Is the cooling fan operating? IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1.
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.... D Never get under the jack. "On the left side of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. 260 D When raising the vehicle, do not put the transmission in "P". Get the tool, jack and spare... tire. D Make sure to fall off the jack and cause personal injury. To prepare yourself for lifting your vehicle during a collision or sudden braking. 40X002d NOTICE ...
.... D Never get under the jack. "On the left side of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. 260 D When raising the vehicle, do not put the transmission in "P". Get the tool, jack and spare... tire. D Make sure to fall off the jack and cause personal injury. To prepare yourself for lifting your vehicle during a collision or sudden braking. 40X002d NOTICE ...