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Intercooler coolant reservoir

Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line

If the level is on or below the “LOW” line, 
add coolant up to the “FULL” line.

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Coolant selection

Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” 

or a similar high quality ethylene glycol 

based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, 

and non-borate coolant with long-life 

hybrid organic acid technology.

U.S.A.:

“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-

ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized 

water.

(Minimum temperature: -31°F [-35°C])

Canada:

“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-

ture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized 

water.

(Minimum temperature: -44°F [-42°C])

For more details about coolant, contact 

your Lexus dealer.

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If the coolant level drops within a short 

time of replenishing

Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine 

coolant reservoir cap, drain cock and water 

pump.

If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus 

dealer test the cap and check for leaks in 

the cooling system.

Check the radiator and condenser and 
clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely 
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle inspected by 
your Lexus dealer.

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WARNING

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When the engine is hot

Do not remove the engine coolant reser-

voir and the intercooler coolant reservoir 

cap.

The cooling system may be under pres-

sure and may spray hot coolant if the cap 

is removed, causing serious injuries, such 

as burns.

NOTICE

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When adding coolant

Coolant is neither plain water nor 

straight antifreeze. The correct mixture 

of water and antifreeze must be used to 

provide proper lubrication, corrosion 

protection and cooling. Be sure to read 

the antifreeze or coolant label.

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If you spill coolant

Be sure to wash it off with water to pre-

vent it from damaging parts or paint.

Checking the radiator and con-
denser

WARNING

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When the engine is hot

Do not touch the radiator or condenser 

as they may be hot and cause serious 

injuries, such as burns.

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Checking fluid level

The brake fluid level should be 
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines 
on the tank.

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Adding fluid

Make sure to check the fluid type and 
prepare the necessary item.
 Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703; 
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704 
brake fluid

 Items

Clean funnel

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Brake fluid can absorb moisture from 

the air

Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause 

a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use 

only newly opened brake fluid.

Check the battery as follows.

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Battery exterior

Make sure that the battery terminals 
are not corroded and that there are no 
loose connections, cracks, or loose 
clamps.

Terminals
Hold-down clamp

WARNING

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When the electric cooling fans are 

operating

Do not touch the engine compartment.

With the engine switch in IGNITION 

ON mode, the electric cooling fans may 

automatically start to run if the air condi-

tioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-

ture is high. Be sure the engine switch is 

off when working near the electric cool-

ing fans or radiatorgrille.

Checking and adding the brake 
fluid

WARNING

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When filling the reservoir

Take care as brake fluid can harm your 

hands and eyes and damage painted sur-

faces.

If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, 

flush the affected area with clean water 

immediately.

If you still experience discomfort, see a 

doctor.

NOTICE

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If the fluid level is low or high

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go 

down slightly as the brake pads wear out 

or when the fluid level in the accumulator 

is high.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, 

there may be a serious problem.

Checking the battery

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Before recharging

When recharging, the battery produces 

hydrogen gas which is flammable and 

explosive. Therefore, observe the following 

precautions before recharging:

●

If recharging with the battery installed on 

the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the 

ground cable.

●

Make sure the power switch on the char-

ger is off when connecting and discon-

necting the charger cables to the battery.

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After recharging/reconnecting the bat-

tery

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The engine may not start. Follow the pro-

cedure below to initialize the system.

1

Shift the shift lever to P.

2

Open and close any of the doors.

3

Restart the engine.

●

Unlocking the doors using the smart 

access system with push-button start may 

not be possible immediately after recon-

necting the battery. If this happens, use 

the wireless remote control or the 

mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.

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Start the engine with the engine switch in 

ACCESSORY mode. The engine may 

not start with the engine switch turned off. 

However, the engine will operate nor-

mally from the second attempt.

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The engine switch mode is recorded by 

the vehicle. If the battery is reconnected, 

the vehicle will return the engine switch 

mode to the status it was in before the 

battery was disconnected. Make sure to 

turn off the power before disconnect the 

battery. Take extra care when connecting 

the battery if the engine switch mode 

prior to discharge is unknown.

If the system will not start even after multiple 
attempts at all methods above, contact your 
Lexus dealer.

WARNING

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Chemicals in the battery

Battery contains poisonous and corro-

sive sulfuric acid and may produce 

hydrogen gas which is flammable and 

explosive. To reduce the risk of death or 

serious injury, take the following precau-

tions while working on or near the bat-

tery:

●

Do not cause sparks by touching the 

battery terminals with tools.

●

Do not smoke or light a match near the 

battery.

●

Avoid contact with eyes, skin and 

clothes.

●

Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.

●

Wear protective safety glasses when 

working near the battery.

●

Keep children away from the battery.

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Where to safely charge the battery

Always charge the battery in an open 

area. Do not charge the battery in a 

garage or closed room where there is 

insufficient ventilation.

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Emergency measures regarding 

electrolyte

●

If electrolyte gets in your eyes

Flush your eyes with clean water for at 

least 15 minutes and get immediate 

medical attention. If possible, continue 

to apply water with a sponge or cloth 

while traveling to the nearest medical 

facility.

●

If electrolyte gets on your skin

Wash the affected area thoroughly. If 

you feel pain or burning, get medical 

attention immediately.

●

If electrolyte gets on your clothes

It can soak through clothing on to your 

skin. Immediately take off the clothing 

and follow the procedure above if nec-

essary.

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If none of the washer does not work or 
the “Windshield Washer Fluid Low” 
appears on the multi-information dis-
play, the washer tank may be empty. 
Add washer fluid.

WARNING

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If you accidentally swallow electrolyte

Drink a large quantity of water or milk. 

Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten 

raw egg or vegetable oil. Get emer-

gency medical attention immediately.

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When there is insufficient battery 

fluid

Do not use if there is insufficient fluid in 

the battery. There is a possible danger 

that the battery may explode.

NOTICE

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When recharging the battery

Never recharge the battery while the 

engine is running. Also, be sure all acces-

sories are turned off.

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When adding distilled water

Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during 

battery recharging may cause corrosion.

Checking and adding the washer 
fluid

WARNING

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When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the engine 

is hot or operating as washer fluid con-

tains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled 

on the engine, etc.

NOTICE

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Do not use any fluid other than 

washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine anti-

freeze instead of washer fluid.

Doing so may cause streaking on the 

vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as 

damaging the pump leading to problems 

of the washer fluid not spraying.

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Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as neces-

sary.

Refer to the freezing temperatures listed 

on the label of the washer fluid bottle.

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Check if the treadwear indicators are 
showing on the tires. Also check the 
tires for uneven wear, such as excessive 
wear on one side of the tread.
Check the spare tire condition and 
pressure if not rotated.

New tread
Worn tread
Treadwear indicator

The location of treadwear indicators is 
shown by a “TWI” or “

” mark, etc., 

molded into the sidewall of each tire.
Replace the tires if the treadwear indica-
tors are showing on a tire.

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When to replace your vehicle’s tires

Tires should be replaced if:

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The treadwear indicators are showing on 

a tire.

●

You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, 

cracks deep enough to expose the fabric, 

and bulges indicating internal damage.

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A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be 

properly repaired due to the size or loca-

tion of a cut or other damage.

If you are not sure, consult with your Lexus 

dealer.

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Tire life

Any tire over 6 years old must be checked 

by a qualified technician even if it has sel-

dom or never been used or damage is not 

obvious.

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Maximum load of tire

Check that the maximum load of the 

replacement tire is greater than 1/2 of the 

Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of 

either the front axle or the rear axle, which-

ever is greater.
For the GAWR, see the Certification Label. 

For the maximum load of the tire, see the 

load limit at maximum cold tire inflation 

pressure mentioned on the sidewall of the 

tire. (

P.392)

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Tire types

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Summer tires

Summer tires are high-speed perfor-

mance tires best suited to highway driv-

ing under dry conditions. Since summer 

tires do not have the same traction per-

formance as snow tires, summer tires are 

inadequate for driving on snow-covered 

or icy roads. For driving on snow-covered 

roads or icy roads, the use of snow tires is 

recommended. When installing snow 

Tires

Replace or rotate tires in accor-
dance with maintenance schedules 
and treadwear.

Checking tires

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tires, be sure to replace all four tires.

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All season tires

All season tires are designed to provide 

better traction in snow and to be ade-

quate for driving in most winter condi-

tions as well as for use year-round. All 

season tires, however, do not have ade-

quate traction performance compared 

with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. 

Also, all season tires fall short in accelera-

tion and handling performance com-

pared with summer tires in highway 

driving.

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Snow tires

For driving on snow-covered roads or icy 

roads, we recommend using snow tires. If 

you need snow tires, select tires of the 

same size, construction and load capacity 

as the originally installed tires. Since your 

vehicle has radial tires as original equip-

ment, make sure your snow tires also 

have radial construction. Do not install 

studded tires without first checking local 

regulations for possible restrictions. 

Snow tires should be installed on all 

wheels. (

P.242)

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If the tread on snow tires wears down 

below 0.16 in. (4 mm)

The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is 

lost.

Rotate the tires in the order shown.

To equalize tire wear and extend tire life, 
Lexus recommends that tire rotation is car-
ried out at the same interval as tire inspec-
tion.
Do not fail to initialize the tire pressure 
warning system after tire rotation.

WARNING

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When inspecting or replacing tires

Observe the following precautions to 

prevent accidents.

Failure to do so may cause damage to 

parts of the drive train as well as danger-

ous handling characteristics, which may 

lead to an accident resulting in death or 

serious injury.

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Do not mix tires of different makes, 

models or tread patterns.

Also, do not mix tires of remarkably 

different treadwear.

●

Do not use tire sizes other than those 

recommended by Lexus.

●

Do not mix differently constructed 

tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply 

tires).

●

Do not mix summer, all season and 

snow tires.

●

Do not use tires that have been used 

on another vehicle.

Do not use tires if you do not know 

how they were used previously.

●

Do not tow if your vehicle has a com-

pact spare tire installed.

NOTICE

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Driving on rough roads

Take particular care when driving on 

roads with loose surfaces or potholes. 

These conditions may cause losses in tire 

inflation pressure, reducing the cushion-

ing ability of the tires. In addition, driving 

on rough roads may cause damage to 

the tires themselves, as well as the vehi-

cle’s wheels and body.

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If tire inflation pressure of each tire 

becomes low while driving

Do not continue driving, or your tires 

and/or wheels may be ruined.

Tire rotation

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Your vehicle is equipped with a tire 
pressure warning system that uses tire 
pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters to detect low tire inflation pressure 
before serious problems arise.
 If the tire pressure drops below a 

predetermined level, the driver is 
warned by a warning light. 
(

P.355)

 The tire pressure detected by the 

tire pressure warning system can be 
displayed on the multi-information 
display.

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Routine tire inflation pressure checks

The tire pressure warning system does not 

replace routine tire inflation pressure 

checks. Make sure to check tire inflation 

pressure as part of your routine of daily 

vehicle checks.

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Situations in which the tire pressure 

warning system may not operate prop-

erly

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In the following cases, the tire pressure 

warning system may not operate prop-

erly.

• If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.

• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is 

not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.

• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is 

not of the specified size.

• Tire chains, etc. are equipped.

• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is 

equipped.

• If a window tint that affects the radio wave 

signals is installed.

• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehi-

cle, particularly around the wheels or 

wheel housings.

• If the tire inflation pressure is extremely 

higher than the specified level.

• If wheel without the tire pressure warning 

valve and transmitter is used.

• If the ID code on the tire pressure warn-

ing valves and transmitters is not regis-

tered in the tire pressure warning 

computer.

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Performance may be affected in the fol-

lowing situations.

• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, 

gas station, radio station, large display, 

airport or other facility that generates 

strong radio waves or electrical noise

• When carrying a portable radio, cellular 

phone, cordless phone or other wireless 

communication device

●

When the vehicle is parked, the time 

taken for the warning to start or go off 

could be extended.

●

When tire inflation pressure declines rap-

idly for example when a tire has burst, the 

warning may not function.

Tire pressure warning system

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Certification for tire pressure warning system



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

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For vehicles sold in Canada

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When replacing tires or wheels, tire 
pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters must also be installed.
When new tire pressure warning 
valves and transmitters are installed, 
new ID codes must be registered in the 
tire pressure warning computer and 
the tire pressure warning system must 
be initialized. Have tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter ID codes reg-
istered by your Lexus dealer. 

(

P.327)

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When replacing the tires and wheels

If the ID code of the tire pressure warning 

valve and transmitter is not registered, the 

tire pressure warning system will not work 

properly. After driving for about 20 min-

utes, the tire pressure warning light blinks 

for 1 minute and stays on to indicate a sys-

tem malfunction.

WARNING

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Caution regarding interference with 

electronic devices

●

People with implantable cardiac pace-

makers, cardiac resynchronization 

therapy-pacemakers or implantable 

cardioverter defibrillators should not 

come within 17.7 in. (450 mm) of the 

tire pressure warning system initiators. 

The radio waves may affect the opera-

tion of such devices.

●

Users of any electrical medical device 

other than implantable cardiac pace-

makers, cardiac resynchronization 

therapy-pacemakers or implantable 

cardioverter defibrillators should con-

sult the manufacturer of the device for 

information about its operation under 

the influence of radio waves.

Radio waves could have unexpected 

effects on the operation of such medi-

cal devices.

Installing tire pressure warning 
valves and transmitters

NOTICE

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Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, 

tire pressure warning valves, trans-

mitters and tire valve caps

●

When removing or fitting the wheels, 

tires or the tire pressure warning 

valves and transmitters, contact your 

Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warn-

ing valves and transmitters may be 

damaged if not handled correctly.

●

Make sure to install the tire valve caps. 

If the tire valve caps are not installed, 

water could enter the tire pressure 

warning valves and the tire pressure 

warning valves could be bound.

●

When replacing tire valve caps, do not 

use tire valve caps other than those 

specified. The cap may become stuck.

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To avoid damage to the tire pressure 

warning valves and transmitters

When a tire is repaired with liquid seal-

ants, the tire pressure warning valve and 

transmitter may not operate properly. If a 

liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus 

dealer or other qualified service shop as 

soon as possible. After use of liquid seal-

ant, make sure to replace the tire pres-

sure warning valve and transmitter when 

repairing or replacing the tire. (

P.322, 

330)

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The tire pressure warning system 
must be initialized in the following 
circumstances:

 When adjusting the tire inflation 

pressure.

 When the tire inflation pressure is 

changed such as when changing 
traveling speed.

 When rotating the tires.
 When changing the tire.
When the tire pressure warning system 
is initialized, the current tire inflation 
pressure is set as the benchmark pres-
sure.

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How to initialize the tire pressure 
warning system

1

Park the vehicle in a safe place and 
turn the engine switch off.

Initialization cannot be performed while 

the vehicle is moving.

2

Adjust the tire inflation pressure to 
the specified cold tire inflation pres-
sure level.

Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the 

specified cold tire inflation pressure level. 

The tire pressure warning system will oper-

ate based on this pressure level.

3

Turn the engine switch to IGNI-
TION ON mode.

4

Press 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switches and select 

.

5

Press 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switches, select the “Vehicle 
Settings” and then press 

.

6

Press 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switches, select the “TPMS” 
and then press and hold the 

.

The “Tire Pressure Recalibrating. Please 

Wait Until Complete” will be displayed on 

the multi-information display and the tire 

pressure warning light will blink slowly 3 

times.

When the message disappears, initializa-

tion is complete.

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Initializing the tire pressure warning sys-

tem

Initialize the system with the tire inflation 

pressure adjusted to the specified level.

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The initialization operation

●

Make sure to carry out initialization after 

adjusting the tire inflation pressure.

Also, make sure the tires are cold before 

carrying out initialization or tire inflation 

pressure adjustment.

●

If you have accidentally turned the engine 

switch off during initialization, it is not 

necessary to press the reset switch again 

as initialization will restart automatically 

when the engine switch has been turned 

to IGNITION ON mode for the next 

time.

●

If you accidentally press the reset switch 

Initializing the tire pressure 
warning system

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when initialization is not necessary, adjust 

the tire inflation pressure to the specified 

level when the tires are cold, and conduct 

initialization again.

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Warning performance of the tire pres-

sure warning system

The warning of the tire pressure warning 

system will change in accordance with the 

conditions under which it was initialized. For 

this reason, the system may give a warning 

even if the tire pressure does not reach a 

low enough level, or if the pressure is higher 

than the pressure that was adjusted to when 

the system was initialized.

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When initialization of the tire pressure 

warning system has failed

Initialization can be completed in a few min-

utes. However, in the following cases, the 

settings have not been recorded and the 

system will not operate properly. If repeated 

attempts to record tire inflation pressure 

settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle 

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

●

When initializing the tire pressure warn-

ing system, the tire pressure warning light 

does not blink 3 times.

●

After carrying out the initialization proce-

dure, the tire pressure warning light 

blinks for 1 minute then stays on after 

driving for 20 minutes.

The tire pressure warning valve and 
transmitter is equipped with a unique 
ID code. When replacing a tire pres-

sure warning valve and transmitter, it is 
necessary to register the ID code. 
Have the ID code registered by your 
Lexus dealer.

WARNING

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When initializing the tire pressure 

warning system

Do not initializing tire inflation pressure 

without first adjusting the tire inflation 

pressure to the specified level. Other-

wise, the tire pressure warning light may 

not come on even if the tire inflation pres-

sure is low, or it may come on when the 

tire inflation pressure is actually normal.

Registering ID codes

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The recommended cold tire inflation 
pressure and tire size are displayed on 
the tire and loading information label. 
(

P.387)

Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge

1

Remove the tire valve cap.

2

Press the tip of the tire pressure 
gauge onto the tire valve.

3

Read the pressure using the gauge 
gradations.

4

If the tire inflation pressure is not at 
the recommended level, adjust the 
pressure.
If you add too much air, press the 
center of the valve to deflate.

5

After completing the tire inflation 
pressure measurement and adjust-
ment, apply soapy water to the 
valve and check for leakage.

6

Put the tire valve cap back on.

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Tire inflation pressure check interval

You should check tire inflation pressure 

every two weeks, or at least once a month.

Do not forget to check the spare.

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Effects of incorrect tire inflation pres-

sure

Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure 

may result in the following:

●

Reduced fuel economy

●

Reduced driving comfort and poor han-

dling

●

Reduced tire life due to wear

●

Reduced safety

●

Damage to the drive train

If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it 

checked by your Lexus dealer.

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Instructions for checking tire inflation 

pressure

When checking tire inflation pressure, 

observe the following:

●

Check only when the tires are cold.

If your vehicle has been parked for at 

least 3 hours or has not been driven for 

more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an 

accurate cold tire inflation pressure read-

Tire inflation pressure

Checking the specified tire infla-
tion pressure

Inspection and adjustment pro-
cedure

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Always use a tire pressure gauge.

It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly 

inflated based only on its appearance.

●

It is normal for the tire inflation pressure 

to be higher after driving as heat is gen-

erated in the tire. Do not reduce tire infla-

tion pressure after driving.

●

Never exceed the vehicle capacity 

weight.

Passengers and luggage weight should 

be placed so that the vehicle is balanced.

When replacing wheels, care should 
be taken to ensure that they are equiv-
alent to those removed in load capac-
ity, diameter, rim width and inset

*

.

Replacement wheels are available at 
your Lexus dealer.

*

: Conventionally referred to as offset.

Lexus does not recommend using the 
following:
 Wheels of different sizes or types
 Used wheels
 Bent wheels that have been straight-

ened

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When replacing wheels

The wheels of your vehicle are equipped 

with tire pressure warning valves and trans-

mitters that allow the tire pressure warning 

system to provide advance warning in the 

event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. 

Whenever wheels are replaced, tire pres-

sure warning valves and transmitters must 

be installed. (

P.322, 330)

WARNING

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Proper inflation is critical to save tire 

performance

Keep your tires properly inflated.

If the tires are not properly inflated, the 

following conditions may occur which 

could lead to an accident resulting in 

death or serious injury:

●

Excessive wear

●

Uneven wear

●

Poor handling

●

Possibility of blowouts resulting from 

overheated tires

●

Air leaking from between tire and 

wheel

●

Wheel deformation and/or tire dam-

age

●

Greater possibility of tire damage 

while driving (due to road hazards, 

expansion joints, sharp edges in the 

road, etc.)

NOTICE

■

When inspecting and adjusting tire 

inflation pressure

Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.

If a valve cap is not installed, dirt or mois-

ture may get into the valve and cause an 

air leak, resulting in decreased tire infla-

tion pressure.

Wheels

If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily 
corroded, it should be replaced. 
Otherwise, the tire may separate 
from the wheel or cause a loss of 
handling control.

Wheel selection

WARNING

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When replacing wheels

●

Do not use wheels that are a different 

size from those recommended in the 

Owner’s Manual, as this may result in a 

loss of handling control.

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 Use only Lexus wheel nuts and 

wrenches designed for use with 
your aluminum wheels.

 When rotating, repairing or chang-

ing your tires, check that the wheel 
nuts are still tight after driving 1000 
miles (1600 km).

 Be careful not to damage the alumi-

num wheels when using tire chains.

 Use only Lexus genuine balance 

weights or equivalent and a plastic 
or rubber hammer when balancing 

your wheels.

WARNING

●

Never use an inner tube in a leaking 

wheel which is designed for a tubeless 

tire. Doing so may result in an acci-

dent, causing death or serious injury.

■

Use of defective wheels prohibited

Do not use cracked or deformed wheels.

Doing so could cause the tire to leak air 

during driving, possibly causing an acci-

dent.

NOTICE

■

Replacing tire pressure warning 

valves and transmitters

●

Because tire repair or replacement 

may affect the tire pressure warning 

valves and transmitters, make sure to 

have tires serviced by your Lexus 

dealer or other qualified service shop. 

In addition, make sure to purchase 

your tire pressure warning valves and 

transmitters at your Lexus dealer.

●

Ensure that only genuine Lexus wheels 

are used on your vehicle.

Tire pressure warning valves and trans-

mitters may not work properly with 

non-genuine wheels.

Aluminum wheel precautions

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Turn the engine switch off.

2

Open the glove box. Slide off the 
damper.

3

Push in the glove box on the vehi-
cle’s outer side to disconnect the 
claws. Then pull out the glove box 
and disconnect the lower claws.

4

Remove the filter cover.

5

Remove the air conditioning filter 
and replace it with a new one.

The “

UP” marks shown on the filter 

should be pointing up.

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Checking interval

Inspect and replace the air conditioning fil-

ter according to the maintenance schedule. 

In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic 

flow, early replacement may be required. 

(For scheduled maintenance information, 

please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Sup-

plement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)

■

If air flow from the vents decreases dra-

matically

The filter may be clogged. Check the filter 

and replace if necessary.

■

Air conditioning filter with deodorizing 

function

When fragrances are placed in your vehi-

cle, the deodorizing effect may become 

significantly weakened in a short period:
When an air conditioning odor comes out 

continuously, replace the conditioning filter.

Air conditioning filter

The air conditioning filter must be 
changed regularly to maintain air 
conditioning efficiency.

Removal method