LEXUS LX 570 (2019 year). Instruction - part 32

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Checking and replacing fuses

Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.

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Passenger’s side instrument panel

Remove the cover.

Remove the lid.

If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If
this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.

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Engine compartment

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Driver’s side instrument panel

Push the tab in and lift the lid off.

Remove the lid.

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Remove the fuse with the pull-out tool.

Only type A fuse can be removed using
the pull-out tool.

Check if the fuse is blown.

Normal fuse
Blown fuse

Type A and B:

Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The

amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.
Type C and D:

Contact your Lexus dealer.

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Type A

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Type B

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Type C

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Type D

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After a fuse is replaced

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If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need

replacement. (

P. 510)

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If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.

WARNING

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To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury.

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Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any other object

in place of a fuse.

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Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent.

Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.

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Do not modify the fuses or the fuse boxes.

NOTICE

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Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer,

as soon as possible.

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7-1. Essential information

Light bulbs

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LED lights
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Lexus dealer.

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Headlights

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Parking lights/daytime running lights

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Front side marker lights

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Fog lights

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Front turn signal lights

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Side turn signal lights

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Outer foot lights

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Rear 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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Stop lights

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Back-up lights

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Rear side marker lights

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Running board light

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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.

If any lights burn out, have it replaced by your Lexus dealer.

WARNING

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Handling lights
Do not touch the lights while they are on or immediately after they have been turned

off. Doing so may result in burns.

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When trouble arises

7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers ................... 512
If your vehicle has to be

stopped in an emergency..... 513

If the vehicle is trapped

in rising water ............................ 514

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs

to be towed................................. 515

If you think something is

wrong............................................ 521

Fuel pump shut off system......522
If a warning light turns

on or a warning buzzer
sounds..........................................523

If a warning message is

displayed...................................... 531

If you have a flat tire ..................535
If the engine will not start ........ 547
If the electronic key does

not operate properly .............549

If the vehicle battery is

discharged.................................552

If your vehicle overheats.........555
If the vehicle becomes

stuck ............................................ 558

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Emergency flashers

Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights 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

7-1. Essential information

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.

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If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.

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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

WARNING

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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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7-1. Essential information

If the vehicle is trapped in rising water

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Remove the seat belt first.

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If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

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If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power window
switch and exit the vehicle through the window.

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If the window can not be opened using the power window switch, remain
calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the point that the
water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water pressure outside of the
vehicle, and then open the door and exit the vehicle.

In the event the vehicle is submerged in water, remain calm and perform the
following.

WARNING

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Using an emergency hammer

for emergency escape

The rear side windows and rear window of this vehicle can be shattered by an emer-

gency hammer

used for emergency escape, however, since the windshield and front

side windows are laminated glass they can not be shattered by an emergency ham-

mer

: Contact your Lexus dealer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for further infor-

mation about an emergency hammer.

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Escaping the vehicle from the window
There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possible due to

seating position, passenger body type, etc.
When using an emergency hammer, consider your seat location and the size of the

window opening to ensure that the opening is accessible and large enough to escape.

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When trouble

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.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing dolly.
(

P. 516, 519)

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

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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

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From the front

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From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.

Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

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When trouble

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 chains or cables to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45

.

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 cables or chains 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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Securely attach cables or chains 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.
Shift the four-wheel drive control switch to “H4”. (The center differential is
unlocked.)
Change the vehicle height to N (normal) mode and press the height control
OFF button to end the vehicle height control operation. (

P. 304)

Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted:

P. 221

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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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When trouble

WARNING

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 cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive

stress on the towing hooks, cables or chains. The towing hooks, cables or chains 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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NOTICE

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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
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

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To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.

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When trouble

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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Engine oil pressure gauge continually points lower than normal

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Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal

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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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