LEXUS GX 460 (2019 year). Instruction — part 32
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Running board lights
Turn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Lexus
dealer.
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Headlight low beams
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Parking lights/daytime running lights
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Front side marker lights
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Fog lights (if equipped)
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Side turn signal lights
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High mounted stoplight
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Stop/tail lights
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License plate lights
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Main
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LED lights
The headlight low beams, parking lights/daytime running lights, front side marker lights,
fog lights, side turn signal lights, high mounted stoplight, stop/tail lights and license plate
lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer to have the light replaced.
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Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer for more information in the following situations:
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Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
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Water has built up inside the headlight.
CAUTION
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Replacing light bulbs
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Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning
off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
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Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoid-
able to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
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Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the head-
lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
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Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits or
component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
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To prevent damage or fire
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Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
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Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
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When trouble arises
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers . . . . . 508
If your vehicle has
to be stopped in
an emergency . . . . . . ..509
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed. . . . . . . . .510
If you think something is
wrong. . . . . . . . . . . 516
Fuel pump shut off system. . 517
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds. . . . . . . . . . ...518
If a warning message is
displayed. . . . . . . . . .526
If you have a flat tire . . . . ..540
If the engine will not start . . 554
If the electronic key does
not operate properly . . . .556
If the vehicle battery is
discharged. . . . . . . . .559
If your vehicle overheats. . .562
If the vehicle becomes
stuck . . . . . . . . . . . .565
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Emergency flashers
Press the switch.
All the turn signals will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch once
again.
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Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not operating, the
battery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle has
to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.
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When trouble
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to
slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as
much as possible.
To stop the engine, press and hold
the engine switch for 2 consecutive
seconds or more, or press it briefly 3
times or more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in
the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure:
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Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more
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CAUTION
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If the engine has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake pedal
harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possi-
ble before turning off the engine.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
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The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
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The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or
flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the front
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle is transported by a flat-
bed truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use cables or chains to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45
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Do not overly tighten the tie downs or
the vehicle may be damaged.
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using an elastic towing rope secured to the emergency towing hooks. This
should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for at most 50 miles (80 km)
at under 18 mph (30 km/h).
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.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble
Securely attach an elastic towing
rope to the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the vehicle
body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Set the four-wheel drive control switch in H4 and push the center differential
lock/unlock switch to unlock the center differential. (
For models with the rear height control air suspension: Change the vehicle
height to N (normal) mode and end the vehicle height control operation.
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Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted:
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While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and braking more difficult.
Emergency towing procedure
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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When towing the vehicle
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While towing
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When towing using an elastic towing rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing hooks, the elastic towing rope. The towing hooks, the
elastic towing rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit people and cause
serious damage.
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Do not turn the engine switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain or related parts may be damaged,
the vehicle may fly off the truck.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble
NOTICE
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To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
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Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
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When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the oppo-
site end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be dam-
aged while being towed.
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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
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To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
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Do not use cables or chains.
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Do not secure the elastic towing rope to the suspension components.
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
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Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
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Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
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Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal
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Changes in exhaust sound
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Excessive tire squeal when cornering
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Strange noises related to the suspension system
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Pinging or other noises related to the engine
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Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
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Appreciable loss of power
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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
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Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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When trouble
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Fuel pump shut off system
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or turn it off.
Restart the engine.
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or when an airbag
inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of fuel to
the engine.
NOTICE
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Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been damaged and
is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning light
Warning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(Flashes)
(If equipped)
“PCS” warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision system
The warning light will operate as follows, even when the system is
not malfunctioning:
• The light will flash quickly when the system is operating.
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• The light will turn on when the pre-collision braking is disabled.
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• The light will turn on when the system cannot temporarily be
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Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Multi-terrain Select (if equipped);
• The Crawl Control (if equipped);
• The downhill assist control system (if equipped);
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRAC (Traction Control) system;
• Active TRAC (Traction Control) system;
• Trailer Sway Control; or
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped)
The light will flash when any of the above systems other than the
Multi-terrain Select are operating.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
LED headlight warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the LED headlights
The LED headlights will not normally illuminate when there is a
malfunction, however it may be able to illuminate depending on the
nature of the problem.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(Flashes)
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Kinetic dynamic suspension system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the kinetic dynamic suspension system.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning light
Warning light/Details/Actions
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