Lexus GX460 (2023 year). Manual in english - page 5

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The steering wheel can be adjusted when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode

: If the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the steering wheel can be adjusted regardless of

engine switch mode.

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Automatic adjustment of the steering position

A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the

driving position memory system. (

P. 146)

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Power easy access system

The steering wheel and driver’s seat move in accordance with engine switch mode and

the driver’s seat belt condition. (

P. 145)

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and cause an accident, result-

ing in death or serious injury.

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Inside rear view mirror

The height of the rear view mirror can be adjusted to suit your driving posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view mir-
ror by moving it up and down.

Responding to the level of brightness of the headlights of vehicles behind, the
reflected light is automatically reduced.
Changing automatic anti-glare func-
tion mode
ON/OFF

When the automatic anti-glare function

is in ON mode, the indicator illuminates.

The function will set to ON mode each

time the engine switch is turned to

IGNITION ON mode.

Pressing the button turns the function to

OFF mode. (The indicator also turns

off.)

The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable sufficient confirma-
tion of the rear view.

Adjusting the height of rear view mirror

Anti-glare function

Indicator

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Outside rear view mirrors

To select a mirror to adjust, press the
switch.

Left
Right

To adjust the mirror, press the switch.

Up
Right
Down
Left



Manual type

Push the mirror back in the direction of
the vehicle’s rear.

Adjustment procedure

2
3
4

Folding and extending the mirrors

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Power type
Extends the mirrors
Folds the mirrors

When the mirror select switch is in the L or R position, the outside rear view mir-
rors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in order to
give a better view of the ground.
To disable this function, move the mirror select switch to the neutral position
(between L and R).

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Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

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When the mirrors are fogged up

The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn on the

rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers. (



P. 409)

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Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle

A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the

driving position memory. (

P. 145)

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Auto anti-glare function (driver’s side only)

When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to automatic mode, the outside rear

view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to

reduce reflected light. (



P. 155)

Linked mirror function when reversing

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Important points while driving

Observe the following precautions while driving.

Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an accident, result-

ing in death or serious injury.

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Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.

●

Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

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Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted

before driving.

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When a mirror is moving

To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your hand caught

by the moving mirror.

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When the mirror defoggers are operating

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and burn you.

NOTICE

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If ice should jam the mirror

Do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the

mirror.

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Power windows

The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:

Closing
One-touch closing

Opening
One-touch opening

: To stop the window partway, operate the

switch in the opposite direction.

Press the switch down to lock the pas-
senger window switches.

The indicator will come on.
Use this switch to prevent children from

accidentally opening or closing a pas-

senger window.
The passenger windows can still be

opened and closed using the power

window switches on the driver’s side

even if the lock switch is on.

Opening and closing procedures

2
3
4

Window lock switch

Indicator

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The power windows can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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Operating the power windows after turning the engine off

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the

engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They cannot, however, be

operated once either front door is opened.

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Jam protection function

If an object becomes jammed between the window and the window frame while the win-

dow is closing, window movement is stopped and the window is opened slightly.

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Catch protection function

If an object becomes caught between the door and window while the window is opening,

window movement is stopped.

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When the window cannot be opened or closed

When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates unusually and

the door window cannot be opened and closed, perform the following operations with

the power window switch of that door.

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Stop the vehicle. With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, within 4 seconds of

the jam protection function or catch protection function activating, continuously oper-

ate the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction or one-touch opening

direction so that the door window can be opened and closed.

●

If the door window can not be opened and closed even when performing the above

operations, perform the following procedure for function initialization.

Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction and com-

pletely close the door window.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pulling the switch in the

one-touch closing direction, and hold it there for approximately 6 seconds or more.
Press and hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening direction. After

the door window is completely opened, continue holding the switch for an additional

1 second or more.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pushing the switch in the

one-touch opening direction, and hold it there for approximately 4 seconds or

more.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction. After the

door window is completely closed, continue holding the switch for a further 1 second

or more.

If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning.
If the window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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Door lock linked window operation

●

The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key

. (



P. 567)

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The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control

. (



P. 108)

: These settings must be customized at your Lexus dealer.

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Power window open reminder function

The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the instru-

ment cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the

power windows open.

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Customization

Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.

(Customizable features:



P. 604)

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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Closing the windows

●

The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the operation

for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do

not let a child operate the power windows. It is possible for children and other passen-

gers to have body parts caught in the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it

is recommended to use the window lock switch. (



P. 160)

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Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a posi-

tion where it could be caught when a window is being operated.

●

When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and operating the power

windows, operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no pos-

sibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window. Also, do

not let a child operate window by the wireless remote control or mechanical key. It is

possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the power window.

●

When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch off, carry the key and exit the vehicle

along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to mischief, etc., that

may possibly lead to an accident.

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Jam protection function

●

Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.

●

The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just before the

window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your body jammed in the win-

dow.

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Catch protection function

●

Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the catch protec-

tion function.

●

The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the

window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of your body or clothing caught

in the window.

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Moon roof

Opens the moon roof

The moon roof stops slightly before the

fully open position to reduce wind noise.
Press the switch again to fully open the

moon roof.

Closes the moon roof

: Lightly press either end of the moon roof

switch to stop the moon roof partway.

Tilts the moon roof up

Tilts the moon roof down

: Lightly press either end of the moon roof

switch to stop the moon roof partway.

Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and tilt it up and
down.

Opening and closing

Tilting up and down

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The moon roof can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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Operating the moon roof after turning the engine off

The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the engine switch is

turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, however, be operated once either

front door is opened.

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Jam protection function

If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon roof is clos-

ing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.

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Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will open

automatically when the moon roof is opened.

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Door lock linked moon roof operation

●

The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key

. (



P. 567)

●

The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control

. (



P. 108)

: These settings must be customized at your Lexus dealer.

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Moon roof open reminder function

A buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the instru-

ment cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the

moon roof open.

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When the moon roof does not close normally

Perform the following procedure:

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If the moon roof closes but then re-opens slightly

Stop the vehicle.

Press and hold “



” on the

The moon roof will close, re-open and pause for approximately 10 seconds.

Then

it will close again, tilt up and pause for approximately 1 second. Finally, it will tilt down,

open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the

switch.

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If the moon roof tilts down but then tilts back up

Stop the vehicle.

Press and hold “



” on the

until the moon roof moves into the tilt up position

and stops.

Release “



” on the

once and then press and hold “



” on the

again.

The moon roof will pause for approximately 10 seconds in the tilt up position.

Then it will adjust slightly and pause for approximately 1 second.

Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the

switch.

: If the switch is released at the incorrect time, the procedure will have to be per-

formed again from the beginning.

: If the switch is released after the above mentioned 10 second pause, automatic

operation will be disabled. In that case, press and hold “



” on the

or “



” on the

and the moon roof will tilt up and pause for approximately 1 second. Then it

will tilt down, open and close. Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely
closed and then release the switch.

If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above procedure cor-

rectly, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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Customization

Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.

(Customizable features:



P. 604)

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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Opening the moon roof

●

Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle while it is

moving.

●

Do not sit on top of the moon roof.

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Closing the moon roof

●

The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.

In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a child oper-

ate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts

caught in the moon roof.

●

Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bodies in a posi-

tion where it could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.

●

When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and operating the moon

roof, operate the moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of

any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the moon roof. Also, do not let

a child operate moon roof by the wireless remote control or mechanical key. It is pos-

sible for children and other passengers to get caught in the moon roof.

●

When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch off, carry the key and exit the vehicle

along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to mischief, etc., that

may possibly lead to an accident.

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Jam protection function

●

Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.

●

The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the

moon roof fully closes.

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Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle......................168
Cargo and luggage.................... 176
Vehicle load limits.......................180
Trailer towing

(with towing hitch) .................... 181

Dinghy towing ..............................199

4-2. Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch .......... 200
Automatic transmission.......... 206
Turn signal lever.............................211
Parking brake ............................... 212

4-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch.......................... 213
Automatic High Beam.............. 216
Fog light switch ...........................220
Windshield wipers and

washer........................................... 221

Rear window wiper and

washer..........................................225

Headlight cleaner switch ........227

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap......228

4-5. Using the driving support

systems

Lexus Safety System +.............232
PCS (Pre-Collision

System)........................................ 237

LDA (Lane Departure

Alert)............................................ 247

Dynamic radar cruise

control .........................................255

Intuitive parking assist.............. 267
Lexus parking assist

monitor.........................................277

Multi-terrain Select...................292
Multi-terrain Monitor...............296
Rear height control air

suspension .................................352

AVS (Adaptive Variable

Suspension System)...............356

Four-wheel drive system ........357
Crawl Control.............................. 361
Downhill assist control

system..........................................365

Driving assist systems ..............368
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..... 374

• The Blind Spot Monitor

function .................................... 377

• The Rear Cross Traffic

Alert function........................ 380

4-6. Driving tips

Winter driving tips.....................387
Off-road precautions...............390

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Driving the vehicle



P. 200

With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (

P. 206)

Release the parking brake. (



P. 212)

Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal
to accelerate the vehicle.

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.

If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to P or

N. (



P. 206)

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake (

P. 212), and shift the shift lever to P (



P. 206).

Press the engine switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.

If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.

Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving:

Starting the engine

Driving

Stopping

Parking the vehicle

Starting off on a steep uphill

2
3

2
3
4

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When starting off on a uphill

The hill-start assist control is available. (



P. 369)

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Driving in the rain

●

Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may

become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.

●

Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be especially slip-

pery.

●

Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may

be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and

brakes from operating properly.

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Engine speed while driving

In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is due

to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to meet driving condi-

tions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.

●

The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill

●

When the accelerator pedal is released

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Restraining the engine output (Brake Override System)

●

When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the engine

output may be restrained.

●

A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the system is

operating. (



P. 545)

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Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)

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When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine output may be

restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to R (D

includes S) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning message appears on

the multi-information display. If a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display, read the message and follow the instructions.

• When the accelerator pedal is depressed too much while the vehicle is in reverse.

●

While Drive-Start Control is being activated, your vehicle may have trouble escaping

from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, perform the following actions to cancel Drive

Start Control so that the vehicle may become able to escape from the mud or fresh

snow.
• Deactivate Active TRAC (



P. 370)

• Put the four-wheel drive control switch in L4. (



P. 357)

• Push the center differential lock/unlock switch to lock the center differential.

(



P. 358)

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Breaking in your new Lexus

To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recommended:

●

For the first 200 miles (300 km):

Avoid sudden stops.

●

For the first 500 miles (800 km):

Do not tow a trailer.

●

For the first 600 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.

• Avoid sudden acceleration.

• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.

• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.

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Drum-in-disc type parking brake system

Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system.

This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or when-

ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced.

Have your Lexus dealer, perform the bedding-down operation.

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Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the cor-

rect fuel. (



P. 582)

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When turning off the engine

Emission system operating sounds may continue for a short time after the engine is

turned off. This is not a malfunction, and helps to ensure optimal performance of the

emission system.

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This

prevents the vehicle from creeping.

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When driving the vehicle

●

Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelerator ped-

als to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will

result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.

• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a difficulty in oper-

ating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only

slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using

your left foot may delay response in an emergency, resulting in an accident.

●

Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.

The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may

cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

●

During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off while driving

will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems

will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over

and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the

vehicle in the normal way:



P. 525

●

Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep

hill.

Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effective-

ness. (



P. 206)

●

Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear

view mirrors while driving.

Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●

Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body are not

outside the vehicle.

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not

drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability tires.

Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible

injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle

are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and reduce your

ability to control the vehicle.

●

Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine speed

could cause the vehicle to skid.

●

After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the

brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from func-

tioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly,

steering control may be affected.

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When shifting the shift lever

●

Do not let the vehicle roll backwards while the shift lever is in a driving position, or roll

forward while the shift lever is in R.

Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering perfor-

mance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.

Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.

Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to a driving position while the vehicle is moving backward.

Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●

Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the engine from

the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is selected.

●

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. Shifting the

shift lever to a gear other than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of

the vehicle that may cause an accident.

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If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indicators)

Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or those

of the brake discs are exceeded.

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When the vehicle is stopped

●

Do not race the engine.

If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate suddenly

and unexpectedly, causing an accident.

●

In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing

the brake pedal while the engine is running, and apply the parking brake as neces-

sary.

●

If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the

vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely

apply the parking brake as needed.

●

Avoid revving or racing the engine. Running the engine at high speed while the vehi-

cle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if

combustible material is nearby.

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When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehicle

when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic mate-

rial of glasses to deform or crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the

vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical components.

●

Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such as

the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when luggage is loaded or the

seat is adjusted, causing a fire.

●

Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place containers

such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard. Adhesive discs or con-

tainers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.

●

Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a metallized

film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to act as a

lens, causing a fire.

●

Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine and lock the

vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift lever in P but the parking brake is not set, the

vehicle may start to move, possibly leading to an accident.

●

Do not touch the exhaust pipes while the engine is running or immediately after turn-

ing the engine off.

Doing so may cause burns.

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the shift lever or

depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire due to engine over-

heating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases

may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or a serious health hazard.

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When braking

●

When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.

Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause one side of

the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the parking brake may not

securely hold the vehicle.

●

If the brake booster device does not operate, do not follow other vehicles closely and

avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking. In this case, braking is still possible, but

the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking dis-

tance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.

●

Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.

Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted brakes.

●

The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the systems fails,

the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the braking distance will increase.

Have your brakes fixed immediately.

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If the vehicle becomes stuck

Do not spin the wheels excessively when any of the tires is up in the air, or the vehicle is

stuck in sand, mud, etc. This may damage the driveline components or propel the vehi-

cle forward or backward, causing an accident.

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When driving the vehicle

●

Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as

this may restrain the engine output.

●

Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the

same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.

■

When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause

the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is

accidentally depressed.

■

Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

●

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an

extended period of time.

Doing so may damage the power steering pump.

●

When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging

the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

■

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel

firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.

●

It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

●

The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.

●

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (

P. 548)

■

When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the

following serious damage to the vehicle:

●

Engine stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Engine damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have

your Lexus dealer check the following:

●

Brake function

●

Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,

transfer, differentials, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where

possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Cargo and luggage

Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity)



(Total weight of occupants)

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit



(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should

never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be rid-

ing in your vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or

XXX lbs.

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load

capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150
lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1400



750 (5



150) = 650 lbs.)

(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the

vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred

to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (

P. 180)

Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load:

Capacity and distribution

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Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle capacity
weight) (

P. 580)

When 2 people with the combined weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in your vehicle,
which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight) of B lb. (kg), the avail-
able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be C lb. (kg) as follows:
B

lb. (kg)



lb. (kg) = C

lb. (kg)

: A = Weight of people

: B = Total load capacity

: C = Available cargo and luggage load

In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of D lb. (kg) get on,

the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E lb. (kg) as follows:

C lb. (kg)



lb. (kg) = E

lb. (kg)

: D = Additional weight of people

: E = Available cargo and luggage load

As shown in the example above, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo
and luggage load will be reduced by an amount that equals the increased weight
due to the additional occupants. In other words, if an increase in the number of
occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occu-
pants plus cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle.

Calculation formula for your vehicle

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Roof luggage carrier components

Roof rail
Cross rail

: The roof luggage carrier differs depending on the models.

Roof luggage carrier (if equipped)

WARNING

■

Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:

●

Receptacles containing gasoline

●

Aerosol cans

■

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly, may block the

driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or passengers, possibly causing

an accident.

●

Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.

●

Do not stack anything in the luggage compartment higher than the seatbacks.

●

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)

• On the luggage cover (if equipped)

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

●

Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

●

When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed directly behind

the front seats.

●

Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for pas-

sengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. Other-

wise, they are much more likely to suffer death or serious bodily injury, in the event of

sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

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WARNING

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Capacity and distribution

●

Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating.

●

Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less than the total load

capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause deterioration

of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.

■

Roof luggage carrier precautions (if equipped)

To use the roof rails as a roof luggage carrier, you must fit the roof rails with two or more

genuine Lexus cross rails or their equivalent.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and precautions when installing the cross rails or

their equivalent.
When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following:

●

Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the front and rear

axles.

●

If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the vehicle overall length or width.

(

P. 580)

●

Before driving, make sure the cargo is securely fastened on the roof luggage carrier.

●

Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make the center of gravity of the vehi-

cle higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt

maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover due to failure

to operate this vehicle correctly and result in death or serious injury.

●

If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop the vehicle now

and then during the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place.

●

Do not exceed 176 lb. (80 kg) cargo weight on the roof luggage carrier.

NOTICE

■

When loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier (if equipped)

Be careful not to scratch the surface of the moon roof.

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Vehicle load limits

◆

Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight):

P. 580

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and lug-
gage.

◆

Seating capacity:



P. 580

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated
average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.

◆

TWR (Trailer Weight Rating):



P. 185, 580

TWR means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo
weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.

◆

Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the
number of occupants.

■

Total load capacity and seating capacity

These details are also described on the tire and loading information label. (

P. 499)

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, TWR (Trailer
Weight Rating) and cargo capacity.

WARNING

■

Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle.

It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking ability,

resulting in an accident.

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Trailer towing (with towing hitch)

Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on handling, performance, brak-
ing, durability, and fuel consumption. For your safety and the safety of others,
you must not overload your vehicle or trailer. You must also ensure that you
are using appropriate towing equipment, that the towing equipment has been
installed correctly and used properly, and that you employ the requisite driv-
ing habits.
Vehicle-trailer stability and braking performance are affected by trailer sta-
bility, brake performance and setting, trailer brakes, the hitch and hitch sys-
tems (if equipped).
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance
with your trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions.
Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a
trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information about additional require-
ments such as towing kits, etc.

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