Lexus GX 460 2014 User manual

GX 460 Pre-Delivery Service Manual
Lexus Technician:
Before you perform a Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) on this vehicle, be sure you:
• Read and understand this PDS Manual
• Read and understand all applicable PDS Technical Service Information Bulletins (TSIBs) for this vehicle
• Read and understand the PDS Precautions in the TSIBs and pages 10, 11, 57.
• Attend the “Technical Introduction to Lexus Course L005” at the Lexus Area Offi ce
When performing a PDS on this vehicle:
• Use the PDS Manual when performing this service
• Check the Technical Information System (TIS) for any updated PDS TSIBs that apply to the model you are
servicing
• Verify that the Vehicle Identifi cation Number (VIN) on repair order and vehicle match
• Lift vehicle and perform under vehicle safety/damage inspection
• Road test vehicle long enough to test hot engine and drive over rough road (Bott dots) to test for rattles/
squeaks
• When PDS is completed, sign Vehicle Delivery Certifi cate, located in the glove box
The following TSIBs are available on TIS:
Short Pin Installation During PDS
Tire Pressure Warning Valve/Sensor Activation
Tire Positioning Before New Vehicle Delivery
Initial Calibration of Compass During PDS
Initialization of Parking Assist Monitor
Front License Plate & Mounting Bracket Installation
Floor Mat Installation During PDS
Battery Maintenance For In-Stock Vehicles and Pre-Delivery
Long Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
To obtain PDS material:
Manual
• Download from TIS website or Lexus Customer Services website on Dealer daily
• Order from MDC, 00242-PDSGX-MAN14
Check Sheet
• Download and print from TIS website or Lexus Customer Services website on Dealer Daily, or
• Order from MDC, 00242-PDSGX-CK14, each packet contains 25 Check Sheets
• Sheet is two-sided, back side has procedure tips
Vehicle Delivery Certifi cate
• Order from MDC, 00242-TIQ14
Other PDS TSIBs
• Download from TIS website
Contact your District Service & Parts Manager if you have any questions.
MDC #00242-PDSGX-MAN14 JBS 20130821

2014MY
GX 460
Pre-Delivery
Service Manual

INSPECTION DETAILS ........................................................................ 7
A. ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...................................................... 8
B. LOCKS AND LIGHTS .............................................................. 12
C. LEFT FRONT ........................................................................... 19
D. LEFT REAR ............................................................................. 43
E. CARGO AREA ......................................................................... 47
F. RIGHT REAR ........................................................................... 49
G. RIGHT FRONT ........................................................................ 50
H. FRONT BUMPER .................................................................... 52
I. UNDER VEHICLE (SAFETY/DAMAGE) ................................. 53
J. ROAD TEST ............................................................................ 56
COMPLETION ...................................................................................... 67
INDEX.. ................................................................................................. 70
GX 460
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Engine coolant reservoir ................................................................................................... 11
Engine oil level dipstick ..................................................................................................... 10
Engine oil fi ller cap ............................................................................................................ 10
Brake fl uid reservoir........................................................................................................... 10
Fuse box ........................................................................................................................... -
Battery .............................................................................................................................. 10
Radiator ............................................................................................................................ -
Condenser ......................................................................................................................... -
Electric cooling fans .......................................................................................................... 57
Washer fl uid tank .............................................................................................................. 11
Power steering fl uid reservoir ........................................................................................... -
NOTE:
Install protective fender covers prior to beginning the under hood inspection.
1GX 460
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Headlight switch ............................................................................................................. 17
Turn signal lever ............................................................................................................. 17
Fog light switch .............................................................................................................. 18
Gauges and meters ........................................................................................................ 27
Windshield wipers and washer switch ........................................................................... 26
Rear window wiper and washer switch........................................................................... 26
Engine (ignition) switch .................................................................................................. 15
Emergency fl asher switch............................................................................................... 18
Glove box ....................................................................................................................... 51
Audio system .................................................................................................................. 35
“RSCA OFF” switch ....................................................................................................... 62
Center differential lock/unlock switch ............................................................................. 60
Pre-collision brake off switch* ......................................................................................... -
Parking brake pedal ....................................................................................................... 58
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ...................................................................... 33
Hood lock release lever ................................................................................................. 9
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Wide view front & side monitor switch* ............................................................................ 25
Audio remote control switches.......................................................................................... 36
Menu switch...................................................................................................................... 30
Telephone switches .......................................................................................................... -
“ENTER” switch ................................................................................................................ 30
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button*................................................................................... 64
Talk switch ........................................................................................................................ -
Cruise control switch ........................................................................................................ 63
“LDA” switch* .................................................................................................................... 65
Horn ................................................................................................................................. -
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Headlight Cleaner Switch*. ............................................................................................... 25
Outside rear view mirror switches .................................................................................... 23
Instrument Panel Light Control switch .............................................................................. 24
ODO/TRIP button ............................................................................................................. -
Heated steering wheel switch* ......................................................................................... 25
Power outlet main switch* ................................................................................................ 25
VSC OFF switch ............................................................................................................... 63
Fuel fi ller door opener....................................................................................................... 24
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NOTE:
Inspect interior parts after removing the necessary factory interior protective
covering.
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Navigation system* ........................................................................................................... 37
Display audio system* ...................................................................................................... 37
Theft deterrent system...................................................................................................... 13
Rear window defogger switch .......................................................................................... 24
Air conditioning system .................................................................................................... 34
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Passenger seat heater/ventilator switch .......................................................................... 39
Height control switch* ....................................................................................................... 61
AVS switch* ...................................................................................................................... 61
Cup holders ...................................................................................................................... 39
Four-wheel drive control switch ........................................................................................ 61
Crawl Control switch* ....................................................................................................... 62
DAC switch*...................................................................................................................... -
Shift lever ......................................................................................................................... 60
Shift lock override button .................................................................................................. -
Driver seat heater/ventilator switch .................................................................................. 39
Power outlet ..................................................................................................................... 39
AUX/USB adapter............................................................................................................. 35
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6GX 460
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INSPECTION DETAILS
7GX 460

WASHING VEHICLE
After washing vehicle, make sure all adhesive wrapping fi lm
is removed.
NOTE:
Hand washing is recommended.
WATER LEAK TEST
Visually and by hand check for water leaks in the vehicle
interior from each of the following areas (make sure that the
trim and fl oor carpet are not damp):
a ) Door glass weather strips
b ) Front cowl sides
c ) Around the windshield
d ) Around the moon roof* area
e ) Around the rear window
PAINT FINISH (PAINT DEFECT, DAMAGE)
Visually and by hand inspect all body panels (doors, back
door, fenders, engine hood, roof panel) for surface damage
from shipment or any abnormalities (surface rust, paint
fl aking, chips, dents or scratches).
NOTE:
Use a well-illuminated area to clearly inspect all painted
surfaces (800-lux illumination is recommended).
EXTERIOR PARTS FOR FIT
Visually and by hand check the following parts for proper
installation, rust, fi t, misalignment and loose items:
a ) Front and rear bumpers
b ) Window moldings (front, side and rear)
c ) Lexus emblems (front and rear)
d ) Outside rear view mirrors
e ) Headlights, turn signal lights, side marker lights, fog
lights and tail light lenses
f ) Doors, engine hood and fuel fi ller door
g ) Moon roof*
h ) Front/rear door panel protector
i ) Outside door handle
j ) Radiator grille
k ) Vehicle name emblems
* If equipped
8GX 460
INSPECTION DETAILS - A. ENGINE COMPARTMENT

ENGINE HOOD RELEASE LEVER
Check that the opening and closing of the engine hood is
smooth and that the latch operates properly when using the
engine hood release lever.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER
REMOVAL
Push the core of the engine compartment clips and remove
them. Remove the engine compartment side cover.
SHORT PIN INSTALLATION
Refer to the Service Bulletin.
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INSPECTION DETAILS - A. ENGINE COMPARTMENT

ENGINE OIL LEVEL (ENGINE NOT
RUNNING)
a ) Remove the engine oil level dipstick and wipe it clean.
Reinsert the dipstick and pull it out to check the oil level.
The level should be between the two marks.
Low
Full
b ) Check the oil for dirt or impurities.
NOTE:
If the oil level is low, add specifi ed engine oil and check for
oil leaks.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Visually check the fl uid level through the reservoir. If the
fl uid level is low, replenish the brake fl uid reservoir with
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fl uid and check
for fl uid leaks. Brake fl uid level should be the “MAX” line
(within 0.2 in. [5.0 mm] below).
NOTE:
Refer to the Repair Manual for fl uid specifi cations.
BATTERY TERMINAL TIGHTNESS AND
CHARGE
a ) Check the electrolyte level. If the electrolyte level is low,
check the battery case for leakage.
b ) Check the battery charge. Measure the open-circuit
battery voltage between the terminals. If the voltage
reading is less than 12.6 volts, recharge the battery on
low current of 5.0 amps or less.
NOTE:
Before measuring the voltage, turn off the engine switch and
all electrical systems. Wait 60 seconds or more to remove
the surface charge. If the engine was running before
measuring the voltage, wait 20 minutes or more after the
engine stops to remove the surface charge.
c ) Check that the battery terminals are properly connected
and that the clamp is fi rmly installed.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
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Add
Electrolyte
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If the voltage is
12.6 V or less,
recharge the battery.
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ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Visually check the coolant level through the coolant
reservoir tank when the engine is cool. The coolant level is
satisfactory if the level is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the tank.
Reservoir cap
FULL
LOW
CAUTION:
To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot.
WASHER FLUID LEVEL
Open the washer tank cap and visually check the washer
fl uid level in the washer tank. The fl uid level should be fi lled
within 2 inches of the cap.
WIRING AND HOSES
a ) Check the hoses, hose connectors and various clamps
for tightness.
b ) Visually inspect the condition of all harness connectors
and terminals for proper installation and tightness.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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INSPECTION DETAILS - A. ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WIRELESS DOOR LOCK REMOTE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Inspect the four functions of the system.
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
Opens the glass hatch (Press and hold)
Sounds alarm (Press and hold)
a ) Locking the doors
1. Close all the doors.
2. Press on the electronic key to lock all the doors
from outside the vehicle.
NOTE:
At this time, all the turn signal lights fl ash once
sounding one beep. However, when you press
with any door not closed securely, the buzzer
sounds continuously until all the doors are
closed securely.
b ) Unlocking the doors
1. Press on the electronic key once to unlock the
driver’s door.
2. Press once again within 3 seconds after the fi rst
pressing to unlock the other doors.
NOTE:
At this time, the interior light and outer foot lights
come on and all the turn signal lights fl ash twice,
sounding two beeps.
3. Check that all doors automatically re-lock after 60
seconds if any door is not opened.
c ) Opening the glass hatch
Press and hold to open the glass hatch.
NOTE:
The turn signal lights fl ash once sounding two beeps.
d ) Sounding the alarm
1. Press and hold to sound the alarm.
NOTE:
At this time, all the headlights, tail lights and turn
signal lights fl ash.
2. To stop the alarm, press any button.
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INSPECTION DETAILS - B. LOCKS AND LIGHTS

SMART ACCESS SYSTEM
a ) With electronic key inside of the vehicle, touch the lock
sensor (on the upper part of the door handle) and back
door lock button. Check that the buzzer sounds and that
the doors do not lock.
b ) Take the electronic key and get out of the vehicle. Touch
the lock sensor (on the upper part of the door handle).
Check that the door locks.
NOTE:
Recognition signals for the lock operation will operate
up to two consecutive times.
c ) From a distance of at least 2.3 ft. (0.7 m), approach the
vehicle and pull the driver and passenger side door
handles, and the back door opener. Check that the
doors unlock.
NOTE:
The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the
doors are locked.
THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
With the doors locked, check that the system operates
properly.
System Test:
a ) Open the windows.
b ) Lock the doors by smart access system, wireless
remote control or mechanical key. Be sure to wait until
the security light on the center panel starts fl ashing.
c ) Unlock one of the doors using the inside door lock. The
system should activate the alarm (sounding of the horn,
blinking of the headlights, tail lights and emergency
fl asher, lighting up interior light).
d ) Cancel the system by unlocking doors with the smart
access system, wireless remote control or mechanical
key.
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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
a ) Check that the security indicator light fl ashes when the
“ENGINE” switch is OFF.
b ) Check that the engine can be started using all the keys.
c ) Check that the security indicator light turns off when
starting the engine.
DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND ILLUMINATED
ENTRY SYSTEM
a ) Check that all doors open and close smoothly using the
inside and outside door handles.
b ) Check that the doors cannot be opened by using the
inside and outside door handles when the lock button is
in the locked position (except front inside door handles).
c ) For front inside door handles: Check that the front doors
can be opened by using the inside door handles when
the lock button is in the lock position.
d ) Check exterior key lock control system operation by
mechanical key (with driver’s door).
Locks all doors
Unlocks the door (two-step unlock function):
1. Turn the key once to unlock the driver’s door.
2. Turn the key twice to unlock all the doors.
NOTE:
• To remove the mechanical key: Release the lock and pull
the key out.
• To store the mechanical key: Slide and hold the release
knob, insert the key.
e ) Check that the outer foot light illuminates when the door
is opened.
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INSPECTION DETAILS - B. LOCKS AND LIGHTS

REMOTE ENGINE STARTER*
a ) Starting the Engine
1. Close and lock all doors.
2. Quickly press twice and then press and hold
for 3 seconds.
NOTE:
When the engine starts, the hazard lights will fl ash for
20 seconds.
b ) Stopping the Engine
1. Press or press and hold for 2 seconds.
POWER SUPPLY CHANGEOVER AND
ENGINE START/STOP
Check for proper activation of the “ENGINE” switch.
Power supply changeover
a ) Carry the electronic key in the vehicle and apply the
parking brake.
b ) Without depressing the brake pedal, press the
“ENGINE” switch and change the power supply.
OFF
Press once: ACCESSORY mode
Press twice: “IG-ON” mode
Press three times: OFF
c ) In each mode, check that the power supply has changed
properly.
NOTE:
If the “ENGINE” switch illuminator blinks refer to the Repair
Manual.
Engine start/stop
a ) Carry the electronic key in the vehicle and apply the
parking brake.
b ) Check that the shift lever is in the “P” position.
c ) When depressing the brake pedal, check that the green
“ENGINE” switch illuminator comes on, push the
“ENGINE” switch to start the engine.
d ) Press the “ENGINE” switch regardless of brake position
to stop the engine.
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INSPECTION DETAILS - B. LOCKS AND LIGHTS

EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Walk around the vehicle and check that the following lights
illuminate:
a ) Headlights
b ) Daytime running lights*
c ) Parking lights
d ) Side marker lights
e ) Fog lights
f ) Turn signal lights
g ) License plate lights
h ) Tail lights
i ) Brake lights (when brake pedal is depressed)
j ) Back-up lights
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Headlight low beam
(halogen bulb)
Headlight high beam
Parking/front side marker light
Front turn signal light
Fog light
Rear turn signal light
Back-up light
Rear side marker light
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INSPECTION DETAILS - B. LOCKS AND LIGHTS

TURN SIGNAL, HEADLIGHT, HIGH BEAM*,
FOG LIGHTS AND EMERGENCY FLASHER
INDICATOR LIGHTS
a ) Check that the turn signal indicator lights on the
instrument panel illuminate when the turn signal lever is
moved up or down.
Right turn
Left turn
Move and hold the lever part way to signal a lane
change (Right)
Move and hold the lever part way to signal a lane
change (Left)
b ) Check that the headlight or tail light indicator light
illuminates when the headlight switch is on.
Turn off the daytime running light system.
The headlights and side marker, parking, tail,
license plate and instrument panel lights turn on and
off automatically. (When the “ENGINE” switch is
in “IG-ON” mode.)
The side marker, parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights turn on.
The headlights and all lights listed above turn on.
NOTE:
• Headlights automatically turn off 30 seconds after
the “ENGINE” switch is turned to the ACCESSORY
mode or turned off and the driver’s door is opened
and closed.
• When only the tail lights come on, the lights
automatically turn off with the driver’s door opened
and the “ENGINE” switch turned to the
ACCESSORY mode or turned off.
c ) Check operation of the automatic light control function.
d ) Check that the high beam indicator light illuminates
when the high beams are on.
With the headlights on, push the lever forward to
turn on the high beams.
Pull the lever toward you and release it to fl ash the
high beams once.
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