When trouble arises

If you think something is wrong

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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

• Fluid leaks under the vehicle

(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

• Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear

• Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than normal

- Audible symptoms

• Changes in exhaust sound

• Excessive tire squeal when cornering

• Strange noises related to the suspension system

• Pinging or other noises related to the engine

- Operational symptoms

• Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly

• Appreciable loss of power

• Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking

• Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road

• Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor

Test yourself

A quick Lexus GX quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.