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2006 Lexus LX470

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 LX470.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2006 Lexus LX470 is an SUV utilizing a 5-speed automatic transmission, rated at 12/15/13 mpg with a 7.2-quart oil capacity for 10W-30 or 5W-30 API viscosity. Ownership records for this year show 15 total complaints with air bags as the top complaint area, occurring alongside 3 recalls. When contextualized within the 1998-2007 model complaint history, the 2006 model sits between the highest complaint count in 2003 and the lowest in 2007, indicating a reliability profile with fewer reported issues than the generation's peak but more than the final year's minimum.

Model year200720062005200420032002200120001999

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque97 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy12/15/13 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 27F · 710 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZD3. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 27F · 710 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnIDLOEM · verified
Tire size275-60HR18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD3
Engine air filter1780150040
Fuel filter2330050090 alt 2321774021
Spark plug9008091180
Battery2880066021
Front wiper blades8521260171 alt 8522233200
Serpentine belt9091602585
Thermostat9091603100 alt 9091603138
Cabin air filter8856860010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined12 / 15 / 13 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.2 qt of 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, GL-5 · 80W-90 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 97 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear OilGL-5 · 80W-90
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3.4 Pints
Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity7.2 qt
Transfer Case Fluid75W-90 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity2.7 Pints

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts181 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs14MM

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts97 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.20-2.42 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.60 oz
Standard BCI Group Number27F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance710 cca

Service checks

Residual Pressure21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance13.4-14.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression149-199 PSI. 14 Maximum variation PSI
Intake Valve Lash0.006-0.010 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.014 in

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle90 ft-lbs / 76 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket22 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0028 in / 0.004 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.181 in / 0.611 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9018 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
136 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9036 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9022 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Active Suspension System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
At 30,000 miActive Suspension System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miActive Suspension System (drain & refill) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Filter Water Separator (inspect)
Every 90,000 miTiming Belt (replace)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2006 Lexus LX470 sits midway through the second-generation lifecycle, a period marked by a gradual increase in recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs) from 2003 onward. Complaints for this generation peaked in 2003 (21) and 2004 (18), then declined sharply by 2007 (4), with the 2006 model year (15 complaints) representing a modest reduction from those highs but still elevated compared to earlier years like 2001 (5) or 2005 (9). The three recalls in 2006 match the count from 2003–2005, suggesting persistent but not worsening systemic issues, while TSBs plateaued at 104—identical to 2005—indicating ongoing refinements rather than new widespread defects. Air bag complaints (6) dominate the 2006 data, a trend not isolated to this year but consistent with the generation’s broader focus on safety-related concerns. With no fire complaints and minimal crash-related reports (2), the 2006 model appears relatively stable within its lifecycle, though buyers should verify air bag system integrity given its prominence in the complaint data. **Takeaway: The 2006 LX470 is a reasonable choice within this generation, but prioritize a pre-purchase inspection of the air bag system and recall completion.**

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
104
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
15
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 15 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Air Bags6
Steering3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Power Train,Engine1
Exterior Lighting1
Exterior Lighting,Equipment1
Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V548000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 31/08/2017

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer…

16V065000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 05/02/2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 104 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
L-SB-0030-24 Rev22025-12-15StructureSome 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev12024-07-29StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev12024-07-29StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-242024-06-21StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-242024-06-21StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2006 LX470 take?

7.2 qt of ABOVE 0 F: 10W-30 API, BELOW 100 F: 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2006 LX470 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the LX470 get?

EPA figures are 12 city / 15 highway / 13 combined mpg.