Lexus GX460 spare tire Hack

[@JoeGX460]

I would like to thank you personally. I got a flat a month ago, and thanks to your videos, i was able to do it myself on the side of a highway.

[@GXBOB]

You’ve thanked me enough by being part of our community! Glad it helped.

[@NdiNaija]

We appreciate the work you do Bob. Thanks for telling your story.

[@GXBOB]

Thanks i always appreciate the comments whether they are criticism or suggestions!

[@PSG127]

@@GXBOB Keep adding the funny comments..... lol

[@doctorwgca]

@@GXBOB OK, I bought it. Happy? LOL!

[@doctorwgca]

@@PSG127 I swear that my TPMS light came on the day before I did the job. Thanks, GX MacGyver!!!

[@richheine]

GX460 owner here saying thanks for the great demo and commentary on access to this car's spare. I'm an aerospace guy, too, who works on my own cars. I'm always glad to gain tips and insights relevant to my ride like you're doing here. (Best regards to your ex if/when you should speak to her)

[@GXBOB]

Wasn't sure if u already saw this new addition to the spare tire video but here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZOoqnuqfZmHrtU

[@Ray-ks1xp]

I got this and put it my spare tire. I either put it on wrong or I got a bad one, I’ve had two low tire pressure warnings before I removed it. This video brought attention to the spare so now I will check it more often as opposed to having never checked it before. Thanks for the video and information.

[@lilsuge4057]

Thanks for the easy to follow videos! I just purchased a 2010 gx 460 and the videos are helping me tremendously.

[@GXBOB]

Any time little Suge! Thanks for tuning in.

[@MFMP007]

Great video Bob. Last winter, I got a low pressure warning light on the dashboard, and it turned out to be the spare tire.

[@GXBOB]

same thing happened to me. i wonder how many people took their car into the mechanic because they couldn't figure this out....

[@genekim0072]

Hi, Bob, I have the same year of g X. I saw all of your videos in a few days. I like them all. thank you for all the good tips!!! And I like your jokes too

[@GXBOB]

Thanks Gene! This has helped me out a couple of times already.

[@foldifiwereu]

Just got an ‘18 last weekend & read all manuals cover to cover. I’ve learned more about the car after spending 15 min on your channel! lol Thanks Bob!!

[@GXBOB]

Anytime Adam. 😎

[@freezerlunik]

I've skimmed through the manual, decided "well this is dry and not very detailed", stumbled across GX Bob and have put the manual away :)

[@AI_Dentist]

Love your channel and loved the ending monologue. Thanks Bob ❤

[@GXBOB]

thanks. I do realize i talk too much but you should see me when i sit in a dark closet and talk. Its actually longer.

[@tmwei396]

Hey Bob. Just found your channel because I just picked up a 2017 GX460 and you have very informative videos. We have quite similar lives though I'm a bit older. I'm also an engineer (mechanical) and I started my education at a community college. Since I had to pay for my own education I chose the most economical option. After 2 years at community college I had all my credits transferred to a 4-year college where I got my BS degree 2 years later and got a job as a mechanical engineer in the defense industry. While working I went back to school to get my masters degree. I also like to wrench on my own vehicles. My daily driver is a Mazda 3 with a 6-speed manual transmission. The GX is our road trip vehicle replacing our RAV4 V6 AWD.

[@GXBOB]

I've been on here for years and you just barely found this channel??? Just messin' with you. I'm glad your stumbled across this channel as i have quite a few more in line in the works to be completed that i think you'll benefit from. Defense industry? You anywhere near El Segundo or Manhattan Beach? If you are you'll see me driving the GX on Fridays. Welcome aboard and hope i hear some of your inputs as well if you find short cuts to some of the projects i tackle! Cheers and Happy Holidays.

[@tmwei396]

@@GXBOB Haha. I guess I didn't make myself clear. I just got my 2017 so I'm a noob to the GX. Also, I'm on the east coast and I'm a Federal Government employee working as a engineer for DoD. However, I have been to a major defense contractor in the Manhattan Beach area and I know you know which one I'm talking about. Looking forward to see more of your videos.

[@GXBOB]

@@tmwei396 Dood. You know they are watching. Shhhhhhhh. Stop trying to get me fired.

[@marcelocayetano5951]

Always awesome video Bob.

[@jerrygibbs1831]

Great advice Bob. You the man.

[@brianaustin1328]

Another tip: add a pair of pliers to your tool box on the tailgate. If you have to use your spare, you have to take off the air valve extension.

[@Escotch77]

You can add the toyota one to the factory kit that includes it in the Prado, there's a spot for it but doesn't come in the US models.

[@SirFoodie1904]

Thanks for sharing this with us out here Bob. I’m new to owning a GX460. So I have to know what I will have to deal with. I bought mine used it’s a 2021 and it’s already challenging me to figure out what the low tire pressure was. Thanks to you now I can do it myself.

[@GXBOB]

You might want to take it s step further and look into this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJqsYZp_rdB9Z7M

[@jigmenamgyal1716]

Great video Bob. I drive 2021 RX350L for Uber but my uncle and couple of my friends drive GX 460 for Uber and none of them had any clue how to remove spire tire so I show your video to them and they all appreciate your videos.

[@GXBOB]

@@jigmenamgyal1716 driving a V8 as an Uber???

[@jigmenamgyal1716]

⁠@@GXBOByes there is so many GX Uber driver in nyc it’s pretty common.

[@hughmanatee7657]

That’s a pretty utterly fantastically large glass of wine, Bob! Cheers!

[@NytronX]

For people actually on the side of the road right now, the video starts at 6:35

[@GXBOB]

Everytime i go over my comments and come across this one, it still cracks me up. You sound like my exwife.

[@NytronX]

@@GXBOB Was she the type that'd get out and help you change the tire? Or stay in the GX with the A/C running on her phone?

[@GXBOB]

@@NytronX She was the type that would wave down another car and sleep with the driver if he gave her a ride home.

[@beejan5328]

When you said “it’s pretty dark and deep in there” I instantly knew it was coming 😂😂😂

[@GXBOB]

Dude, this is a family channel. I have to consider you're watching these videos while holding your wife's 3rd child from her 4th divorce.

[@nickpeterson130]

Love your content Bob! I shall mod my GX on the trail you have blazed haha. This is a great community

[@rahimlee5413]

Been thinking about getting a gx. Watching your videos has been great, and I can fix it myself. A Gx vs a 4 runner used pricing makes my decision a little easier. 2017 or 2018 is what I have my eye on. Will be for my wife's daily commute. Around 5 miles.

[@GXBOB]

Better idea. You take the GX as the daily driver and let her take the family minivan.

[@rahimlee5413]

@@GXBOB haha yep. It's actually a replacement for my car but I drive 30 miles one way. If I end up getting a large vehicle I'll just take her highlander and give her the cushy ride. I can realistically see both of those vehicles going into 300k territory. My current Camry made it to 220k or so been burning oil since then. 265k atm

[@art2lyd12]

I love my 2018

[@jd2plus2]

As simple as these videos seem they are very informative and most of us need. The topics should be on Lexus website as a a how to course

[@GXBOB]

Me working with a large corporation such as Lexus requires me to shower, shave, and be professional. No, no, and no.

[@beejan5328]

Love your content Bob! Please keep ‘em coming!

[@GXBOB]

Absolutely! You would not believe how many free weekends i have since the divorce.

[@drwisdom1]

Twice a year I change between regular and snow tires. I use one of the set not in use as the spare. I check the air pressure in all 5 tires during the switch. It is really quick and easy to lower the spare.

[@GXBOB]

You sound like a man with a lot of time on your hands.

[@drwisdom1]

@@GXBOB Not really. We live in the Colorado mountains and have 4 vehicles that have snow tires, so that is 16 tires I have to change. I'm 67 but I used to autocross race which required changing into and out of race tires in a day (8 tire changes). So changing just 4 in a day seems easy. We only got our GX earlier this year because we can get a lot of snow. It is a silver 2013 and came with 21.5k miles. A couple weeks after we bought it we got 4 feet and it worked well with Blizzak DM-V2 snow tires. We also want to use it for touring around Colorado. Your videos are really helpful and cover the things that interest me.

[@a.gunguy1054]

VERY useful videos... The GX is a spectacular truck and there is a lot to it...

[@GXBOB]

Yes indeed!

[@a.gunguy1054]

@@GXBOB just picked up a 2013 in mint condition and it is a hell of a truck. Your videos have been very educational.

[@Matt28NJ]

As this inflator extension will be used infrequently, I wonder if it makes sense to apply thread tape to the connection... and then wrap the whole extension in plastic to keep it safe from nasty winter conditions. May keep it lasting longer; I just ordered the linked extension and will try it out.

[@GXBOB]

Hey Matt! For sure, any measures to extend its life should be applied. I've had my extensions for such a long time but it has not failed on me yet. Every time i go to costco to fill up my tires with air, i hit the spare too. Its a good lifesaver as it only takes me less than 5 minutes to do rather than to drop the entire tire. The only reason why i probably won't go your route is because i'm thinking of upgrading my wheels/tires and i'll probably do the upgrade on the valve extension on my next set of tires.

[@jeffmarley7785]

You know I really liked your 5 min. rundown on how your mind works on this channel for GX460, just this simple video was great and very useful. And this is how I'm now a subscriber on your site. My wife had to have one, ok she worked to , so I said nothing about her sending the amount of our house of in the days gone by. I own a Chev truck 2006 duramax thats mine. Anyway the Lexus I have only driven less then twice and its a 2016 it sits in the garage all nice and clean, and she jumps in the truck to not get hers dirty, right . So bottom line all the things you show are now going to be useful as things start failing as I will have to start doing the up keep on the Lexus. She was just raped at the dealers of 1800 dollars, when she took it into for service and they said she had to have a new CCV valve and I think she only has around 60 thousand some on it. I found your channel and you had posted on how to do this repair for, what did you say a twenty dollar part. So Thank you for your channel Bob, truly.

[@GXBOB]

Hey Jeff, welcome to the channel. The $1800 bill and the lack of GX content on youtube a few years back is the reason why i started this channel. Now there are quite a few that caters to the GX truck. I know there are many but i like to think mine is more geared towards a person with absolutely zero mechanical skills whatsoever. Keep the questions coming and i'll try my best to answer them on the daily. Again, thanks and please don't ever take any of my commentaries personal.

[@rogerkmorin6197]

Keep up the good work Bob!

[@GXBOB]

Thanks, will do!

[@jchancalifornia]

This is awesome! Thanks!

[@kode3]

Over 20 years ago I worked at a 76, was an old station complete with 3 auto repair bays ran by an older Japanese family. Seriously the best job, working for the greatest people. Now I contract with Aerojet working on guidance systems for all kinds of applications.

[@GXBOB]

Same here.....20 years ago at a 76 gas station owned by 2 Korean brothers. My job every day was oil changes and flat tires. When there were no customers, i had bathroom duty. The real reason i left is that the veteran mechanics that were there bullied me a lot because i was the only one that actually went to school for auto repair.. True story. By the way.....Aerojet Rocketdyne building solid rocket motors? I know it all too well my friend.

[@ivankorth4458]

I do a 5 tire rotation so I see my spare pretty often and newer GX’s monitor the spare tire pressure

[@GXBOB]

This was more of the need to fill up your air while the spare was still up and underneath.

[@hemantnarkhede]

Love your content/video. You are a excellent teacher. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@GXBOB]

@@hemantnarkhede thank you for the kind comment

[@art2lyd12]

Excellant!. I will buy that cheater extension. I own a 2017 GX so I’m glad I found your videos.

[@GXBOB]

Thanks for joining us Art! Hope some of it comes in good use.

[@Cbv1914]

Worked for two summers at a BMW specialist shop when I was 17. It was an under the table job. Mostly cleaning, stocking, oil changes and flats but the old timers were awesome or maybe just lazy…When the owner left they would sit down next to a car and tell me how to fix it. Old German mechanic would always say “fits like ass on toilet seat”…. Man that job was tough but I loved every minute of it. Additionally: I will cry if I ever have to sell my 13’ GX. One of the best built vehicles I’ve owned. I checked KBB last week and I was astonished at how little it went down after 3 years and 20k miles. Only went down $3k. And I bought it from Lexus so you know I paid close to top dollar for it at the time.

[@GXBOB]

I know friends that don't even know how to change a light bulb. haha. I think if i had to do it all over again, i wouldn't trade a gas station job for a job at the mall folding clothes. Good times back then. You ever go back to see if those old timers are still around?

[@Cbv1914]

@@GXBOB yea I absolutely regret taking a job at a mall during my college years, well I actually regret going to college more …..I would go back from time to time in my early 20s but now married with two kids in my early 30s and moving about an hr away I haven’t found the time. Side note…. I really regret not taking the old timers advice an buying a 80s 911 when they were still only $20k at most.

[@GXBOB]

@@Cbv1914 Whoaaaaaa, ironically my all-time favorite was the candy apple red 911 wide-body slant nose with the whale tale back in the days. I used to drool over that car.

[@Cbv1914]

@@GXBOB that is my ultimate dream car but in black.

[@H3LLZ]

Bob you supposed to rotate your tires every 6k including the spare. Basically every old change if you are using synthetic oil. Love your videos!

[@GXBOB]

But lets be honest....how many of us actually rotate our tires. Same thing with dentist visits.....

[@eg4449]

@@GXBOB I never let my dentist rotate my tires

[@GXBOB]

@@eg4449 Never say never . I said the same thing about transvestites and never regretted it.

[@gxowner6923]

@@eg4449 but I would let my mechanic do my root canal

[@quantabyte]

Awesome video GXBob. Why not make a part two video about basics of Jack lifting a GX in the field and doing the tire change. And or basics of setting up jack stands under vehicle to safely work under the vehicle in garage or on the trail.

[@GXBOB]

I already have that. Check my video library

[@waals2663]

Yeah you are right it socks I had the old model. Now I have the new model and they came with monitor in the dash just like the other 4. Tells you how much psi in them

[@GXBOB]

I think it also has to do with mine being the base model too. It might be time to upgrade.....lol.

[@GXBOB]

Paul, don't forget that just because your car has a sensor that tells you the air is low, doesn't mean putting air in that low tire is going to be easy. This video is about giving you accessibility when it goes low regardless of your tpms.

[@waals2663]

@@GXBOB yeah you are right but with the sensor I can see how much air in it and if it needs air every year or so I can take that tire down, it's not a big deal ..but if I didn't have that monitor I would definitely go with your idea.. that was a smart thing to do brother

[@waals2663]

@@GXBOB by the way thanks for the center console organizer.. I ordered one and I received it today.. it's a win

[@GXBOB]

@@waals2663 Great! I'm currently trying to see if they can add an organizer or deep tray on top of that.

[@arhwhyayehn]

Love the content! But I'd also watch your house DIY videos too. Do you actually have a second channel with that stuff?

[@GXBOB]

I actually don’t. Taping, editing, producing these videos requires alot of stop and go. Home improvements are more challenging than vehicles because some of the tasks are continuous such as cure times such as concrete , sealants, etc…add tripods and cameras to the mix…

[@oozlovervdxp]

Or do 5 tires rotation every oil change then you can check the psi

[@GXBOB]

I do tire rotations but i never put my spare into the mix. I kept it always 4 tire rotations. The spare i keep it solely as a spare in the event i get a flat which happens once every 5 years for me. I haven't kept a car long enough to ever use a spare (crossing my fingers). But you are right, proper maintenance includes adding the spare into the rotation at oil change intervals. Thanks!

[@oozlovervdxp]

@@GXBOB I feel you. I’m about to swap my wheels out with 17inch so I’ll only be doing 4 tires rotation

[@AndrewD624]

Me getting excited because the lower taillights are removed!

[@GXBOB]

It should be coming out shortly. It was a lot of work and a whole lot of trial and error.

[@gilbertrios5283]

This is a useful mod for me, can't say that about all of them😁 but I've had to drop the spare tire for low psi warning and it's no fun... That's why you're huffing n puffing, it's work!

[@GXBOB]

Yeah..this is one of my favorites. Practical and functional.

[@haduong5828]

Bob. I’ve been watching your videos. I just bought used 2019 GX460 and today the flat tires warning showed up. I went filled up air on all 4 tires but the sign still there. I think it’s the spare tire low pressure. After watching your videos I ordered the valve extension for easy fill up air when needed. BTW my GX has some steering wheel vibration when I accelerated from 60-70mph. Took it to dealer and they did tires balance twice and they said it’s ok. But not for me. Any ideas. All tires are still in good shape. Thanks Bob. I’ve just subscribed your Channel.

[@GXBOB]

Hello my Vietnamese friend! There are several things to look at and they all play a part in your steering wheel shaking . If you already did the tire and wheel balance, then the next thing you should definitely have your mechanic check out is your wheel bearings. They may need to be repacked or replaced. The third thing to check is did you ever lube your driveshaft U-joints? Dried out U-joints are notoriously neglected on the Lexus GX460. They should be lubed every oil change. I replaced 2 of my Lexus GX driveshafts because of buying them from previous owners that never lubed them. I will be making a video on that shortly.

[@haduong5828]

@@GXBOB Thanks for fast response Bob. I know you are not mechanic, but engineer I admire that. Your suggestions about my GX steering vibration is very helpful. I’ll check them out. Thanks again. In your videos when you talked sometime made me laugh. You have very good sense of humor. Keep it up my friend since the world we’re living in having all kind of problems. A little laughs will help a lot!

[@willblake72]

Good idea. I wonder if there's room to run a valve extension right to that tire lift access panel.

[@GXBOB]

Whoa....now you're just like my ex wife, you left the old model to look for something longer . The one i bought was 7 inches. To run to the access panel, you'd have to do some pretty exact measurements and hope it doesn't get stuck or gets dragged and pulled off when you drop your spare down. Sounds like more work than necessary, but then again, your vision might be different than mine. (=

[@dudebro2241]

Hilarious dude, keep it up

[@GXBOB]

With encouraging comments like these, i definitely will.

[@cedricbench2543]

where do you get a valve extension and a valve adapter?

[@GXBOB]

The link should be in the body of my description. Here is the link just in case: www.amazon.com/dp/B093F5LNZC?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

[@MFMP007]

Bob, It's a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.

[@J3Diva]

Bob you are hilarious 🤣 and you drinking that wine 🍷 really had me laughing. Bob what state do you live in?

[@GXBOB]

If you're a dude, i live in the woods as a transient of the Ozark Mountains. If you look anything like your profile picture, i live in California.

[@J3Diva]

@@GXBOB you are hilarious 🤣 this is my real picture of me lol! I live in Los Angeles area too! All this time I thought you lived in the Florida area. I need to drive my 2011 GX over to your house and follow some of these tutorials 😅

[@GXBOB]

@@J3Diva You've completely taken me off guard and i don't know how to respond to this. I'm usually met with the look of disgust or treated like the plague when it comes to the opposite sex. Please give me time to adjust to this newfound reaction.

[@deldeek]

You hilarious 😂

[@bruced.370]

With that 6 inch tube on and you change the tire and don't have a wrench to remove that hose needs to come off prior to driving???? You saying to drive with that tube extension on???

[@GXBOB]

The tube didn’t protrude. It’s practically flush with the rim.

[@darrenhuynh2851]

Good tips Bob 👍 just wondering that you have any video about changing the serpentine betl for the gx 460? My car just have some switching noise seem like the belt needs to be replace. Thanks in advance Bob.

[@GXBOB]

I have no plans of doing any major mechanical work unless something goes out on my GX. Also check off the noise is coming from your tensioner.

[@darrenhuynh2851]

@@GXBOB if it in that case I still have to replace it right? Might as well replacing the serpentine belt too don’t you think? But the switching noises came from that area anyway.

[@vaderglide5978]

Thanks for sharing your livelihood Bob. We GX owners I’m sure appreciate for all you do. Kilmer? Get da fuck outta hea!🤣

[@GXBOB]

Yo Vader, you made me watch this one more time to see what you're talking about. Jeeez i had no idea i talked that long instead of just doing the modification. LOL>

[@hughmanatee7657]

That a Cabernet, Bob? Or perhaps a Chevrolet?

[@GXBOB]

True Crimes Cali Red

[@raygamecock8414]

where to get spare tire valve stem extension

[@GXBOB]

The link is below. Just click on the title of the video

[@gipstetz6720]

Hey Bob...I think your tool is longer than mine?

[@GXBOB]

We should definitely meet up to compare. Then ask your gf to give us her unbiased opinion. Then all 3 of us should go out for drinks afterwards and discuss how to use these tools effectively.

[@MrHarris892004]

Hi Bob’s do you think can we adding a turn signal next to the backup light ?

[@GXBOB]

Yes, thats really easy to do because there is a separate chamber meant for an additional light on the outer section of that light assembly. The models based in the USA do not have anything in that section, its left blank. You can remove the light assembly and drill a hole and add a light socket then tap your turn signal wires directly to there. But to be honest....a turn signal down there is ugy in my opinion.

[@johnmorris6700]

Does the spare tire have a tpms? Will it cause your tpms light to turn on of its low?

[@GXBOB]

@@johnmorris6700 yes the spare has tpms

[@vaderglide5978]

“A Toyota 4Runner!? Oh hell noooooo!

[@GXBOB]

You made me rewatch this video. Omg i did this one a million years ago when i had that mouth microphone. I can't believe i've lasted this long. Thanks for reminding me how old i'm getting.

[@joseo.iglesias346]

lexus gx 460 2014 installed the open and close windows and side mirrow it works but also open the roof moon but do not close ? any comments

[@GXBOB]

That’s a safety feature. You don’t want your kids to be sticking their head out the sunroof when you accidentally activate it. Windows don’t have that extreme pressure to do as much damage.

[@gleamour1901]

Hi Bob! Have a question for you. Lexus GX 460 is in the garage. With the engine off, after a while it starts humming like a transformer. Sound from behind the car, somewhere below. This does not always happen. The sound disappears when I start the car again for a couple of minutes and then turn it off.

[@GXBOB]

Sorry Marina i can’t really diagnose something like that unless I’m actually there. I would definitely Google strange noises in engine compartment for gx460. I’m sure quite a few other people have the same issue unless you left the oil cap off or something simple.

[@gleamour1901]

@@GXBOB Thanks Bob anyway for answering! :)

[@GXBOB]

oriona2.com/what-are-the-potential-causes-of-noises-after-shutting-off-your-car/

[@gleamour1901]

@@GXBOB I appreciate your help so much! Thank you Bob!

[@GXBOB]

Any time Relax, thanks for the comment.

[@dalepress1581]

Link to adapter?

[@GXBOB]

It should be in the body of the description. But here it is: www.amazon.com/dp/B093F5LNZC?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

[@dalepress1581]

@@GXBOB ty

[@GXBOB]

@@dalepress1581 Hey Dale, i believe there are several different lengths. Buy as you see fit. The one i bought was long enough to reach but short enough where it won't stick below the tires.

[@lingeng2659]

Is the spare tire pressure monitored all the time as the fifth wheel?

[@GXBOB]

the spare tire is monitored the same as any other tire on your wheel. Its not really considered a spare. It's a full size tire scheduled at every rotation interval.

[@AldermanFredCDavis]

EXCELLENT video! Thank you! We have something in common. Both of us have 400lb ex-wives. LOL!

[@GXBOB]

@@AldermanFredCDavis let your current gf understand that the relationship is not based on mutual respect and trust, it’s based entirely on physical appearance. Have her sign it.

[@Wifigarage9]

😘👍🙏

[@ivankorth4458]

Lmao 400#lb 😂

[@GXBOB]

ok ok, i exaggerated, she's really only 300 pounds.

[@franciscoperez6356]

😂

[@oozlovervdxp]

You need new spare

[@GXBOB]

I totally agree with you. I've been trying to get my lazy ass off the couch to go do it but it just seems like every time i'm ready to go, some new Netflix movie pops up.

[@tomma3432]

@@GXBOB hi GX Bob, I used to live in El Monte, Ca now I live in Bismarck, North Dakota (cold like hell) I followed and watch every video you make I really like how you explain and show the work that you do very slow and clearly, I have learn a lot from you. I have a 2014 GX 460 base model, can you please show me where is the tpms reset button located is. Thanks in advance Tom

[@GXBOB]

@@tomma3432 Hey Tom, appreciate the comment. I don't believe there is a reset light on your TPMS for your generation. You either fix your issue (add air until your sensor warning goes away) or you delete your TPMS completely. I"m assuming you bought wheels that didn't come with TPMS or you put on aftermarkets that pose the same issue and you don't want to spent the extra hundreds to add the TPMS. Either way, personally, i would fix the issue instead of putting a bandaid on it. Resetting it requires you to put air in ALL 5 tires to 35psi or above, including your spare.