GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Do not use plain water alone. Select premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating For checking the engine coolant, see page 466. of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher for optimum engine performance. However, if such premium type D Automatic transmission: cannot be obtained, you may temporarily use unleaded Fluid type - “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” gasoline with an Octane Rating as low as 87 (Research See page 472 for detailed information. Octane Number 91). D D Fuel tank capacity: Tire information: 84 L (22.2 gal., 18.5 lmp.gal.) See page 478 through 496 for detailed information. D D Engine oil: Tire inflation pressure: “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent cold tires kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Oil grade: API grade SL “Energy-Conserving” or ILSAC Tire size Front Rear multigrade engine oil. P225/55R17 95H 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) Recommended oil viscosity - SAE 5W- 30 if normal 245/45R18 96W 230 (2.3, 33) 230 (2.3, 33) temperatures are below 38_C (100_F) For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in Oil capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add the Drain and refill tire pressure given below to the front tires and rear tires, but with filter 5.1 (5.4, 4.5) never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure molded on without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0) the tire sidewall. See page 463 for detailed information. P225/55R17 95H 20kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) D Engine coolant: 245/45R18 96W 40kPa (0.4 kgf/cm2 or bar, 6 psi) Capacity: 9.5 L (10.0 qt, 8.4 lmp.qt.) Coolant type - “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with long- life hybrid organic acid technology (Coolant with long- life hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic acids.) lsu You should know as much about the quality and importance of proper maintenance of your new vehicle as the people who built it. The Lexus authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance. The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor. The Lexus authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle. cm-1 Maintenance procedures for the engine, chassis, body, electrical system, and more, are clearly explained and illustrated. Periodic maintenance and tune-up Where to obtain the Periodic maintenance and tune-up helps to prevent small Repair Manual problems from growing into larger ones later on. The repair manual outlines exactly what maintenance is required and clearly explains how to do the work yourself step-by-step. The repair manual for LS430, written in English, may be purchased as applicable from any Lexus dealer. Areas covered include such things as spark plug replacement, Pub. Name: 2004 LS430 Repair Manual valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter Pub. No.: Vol.1 RM1048U1 replacement. Vol.2 RM1048U2 cm-2 FOREWORD Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we have invested all our engineering and design resources; all the know-how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest motivation of our most talented employees; and our tradition of incessant striving toward ever greater quality. This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring. When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle very well and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: U.S. OWNERS D When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada: Lexus Roadside Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) D HAWAII: Lexus Customer Service Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) CANADIAN OWNERS D When traveling in Canada or the U.S. mainland: Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service 1-800-26-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-265-3987) Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also. All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. i IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a YOUR LEXUS collision. None of these systems, either individually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of Occupant restraint systems collision. However, the more you know about these systems and how to use them properly, the greater your chances Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read become of surviving an accident without death or serious Section 1-6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of injury. helping you understand how you can receive the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides, Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the Section 1-6 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat section for you and your family to read. belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and Section 1-6 describes the function and operation concerning size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags of. These systems work together along with the overall can be very effective in reducing the risk of head, chest and structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint knee injuries by preventing contact of the head, chest and knee in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced with interior portions of the vehicle. when it is used properly and together with other systems. No single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with your family with the equal level of restraint which these tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags systems can provide when used together. That is why it is makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of important for you and your family to understand the purpose serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate object or some part of his or her body has been placed between to each other. the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1-6 of this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can provide to you and your family in the event of an accident. Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1-6 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle. ii IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS New vehicle warranty Important health and safety information about your Lexus Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited warranties: CAUTION D New vehicle warranty D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, D Emission control systems warranty and a wide variety of automobile components D contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Others California to cause cancer and birth defects and For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s Guide”, other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”. fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear contain or emit Your responsibility for maintenance chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified D maintenance is performed. Section 5 of this Owner’s Manual Battery posts, terminals and related accessories gives details of these maintenance requirements. Included in contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance”. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water. iii IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS Accessories, spare parts and modification of Tires and loading on your Lexus your Lexus Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for excess load may result in the deterioration of steering Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market.