Lexus GX470 Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1

Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-

rors, and steering column.

2

When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3

Interior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior

features for a comfortable driving experience.

4

Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-

self maintenance, and maintenance information.

5

When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,

or is involved in an accident.

6

Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7

For US owners

Reporting safety defects for US owners.

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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1-1. Key information .............................. 2

Keys ......................................................... 2

1-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors......................................... 4

Wireless remote control................. 4

Side doors ............................................. 6

Back door.............................................. 11

1-3. Adjustable components ............. 13

Front seats........................................... 13

Rear seats............................................ 15

Driving position memory

system ............................................... 24

Head restraints................................. 26

Seat belts ............................................ 28

Steering wheel.................................. 35

Inside rear view mirror.................. 36

Outside rear view mirrors........... 37

Roof luggage carrier ..................... 39

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof ........... 41

Power windows................................. 41

Moon roof .......................................... 43

1-5. Refueling........................................ 46

Opening the fuel tank cap........... 46

1-6. Theft deterrent system............... 49

Engine immobilizer system......... 49

Alarm..................................................... 51

Theft prevention labels

(U.S.A.)............................................. 53

1-7. Safety information....................... 54

Correct driving posture ............... 54

SRS airbags ....................................... 56

Front passenger occupant

classification system.................... 69

Child restraint systems ................. 74

Installing child restraints............... 77

2-1. Driving procedures.................... 88

Driving the vehicle......................... 88

Starting the engine ......................... 95

Automatic transmission................ 98

Turn signal lever.............................. 101

Parking brake ................................. 102

2-2. Instrument cluster ..................... 103

Gauges and meters ..................... 103

Indicators and warning

lights................................................. 105

Trip information display.............. 108

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Before driving

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When driving

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2-3. Operating the lights and

windshield wipers...................... 111

Headlight switch............................... 111

Fog light switch ................................ 113

Windshield wipers and

washer............................................... 114

Rear window wiper and

washer............................................... 117

2-4. Using other driving systems..... 118

Cruise control ................................. 118

Four-wheel drive system.............. 121

Rear height control air

suspension..................................... 123

Electronic modulated

suspension..................................... 129

DAC (Downhill Assist Control

system)............................................ 130

Driving assist systems.................. 132

2-5. Driving information.................. 135

Off-road precautions .................. 135

Cargo and luggage...................... 140

Vehicle load limits......................... 144

Winter driving tips ........................ 146

Trailer towing.................................. 150

Dinghy towing ................................ 160

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger.............. 162

Automatic air conditioning

system (without navigation

system)............................................ 162

Rear cooler system....................... 168

Rear window and outside rear

view mirror defoggers ............. 169

3-2. Using the audio system.............. 171

Audio system type .......................... 171

Using the radio............................... 173

Using the CD player..................... 181

Playing MP3 and WMA

discs ................................................. 188

Optimal use of the audio

system ............................................. 194

Using the AUX adapter............. 197

Using the steering switches...... 198

3-3. Using the rear audio

system ....................................... 200

Rear seat entertainment

system features ......................... 200

Using the DVD player

(DVD video)............................... 205

Using the DVD player

(video CD).................................... 212

Using the DVD player

(audio CD/CD text)................. 214

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Interior features

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Using the DVD player

(MP3 discs) .................................. 215

Using the video mode................. 217

Changing the initial setting ....... 218

3-4. Using the interior lights .......... 225

Interior lights list............................ 225

3-5. Using the storage

features..................................... 228

List of storage features............... 228

3-6. Other interior features........... 233

Sun visors......................................... 233

Vanity mirror.................................. 234

Clock................................................. 235

Outside temperature

display ............................................ 236

Ashtrays ........................................... 237

Cigarette lighter.......................... 238

Power outlet................................... 239

Seat heaters..................................... 241

Armrest ............................................ 243

Floor mats........................................ 244

Luggage compartment

features.......................................... 245

Garage door opener................. 248

Compass.......................................... 253

Lexus Link System ....................... 257

4-1. Maintenance and care............ 272

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle exterior .......................... 272

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle interior............................ 274

4-2. Maintenance.............................. 277

Maintenance requirements ..... 277

General maintenance................ 279

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs ...................................... 282

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance........................... 283

Do-it-yourself service

precautions................................. 283

Hood.................................................. 286

Engine compartment.................. 287

Tires .................................................. 302

Tire inflation pressure................ 309

Wheels............................................... 313

Air conditioning filter................... 315

Wireless remote control

battery............................................. 317

Rear seat entertainment

system controller........................ 319

Checking and replacing

fuses................................................. 321

Light bulbs........................................ 331

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Maintenance and care

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5

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5-1. Essential information .............. 338

If your vehicle needs to be

towed............................................. 338

If you think something is

wrong ............................................. 343

Fuel pump shut off system ........ 344

Event data recorder.................... 345

5-2. Steps to take in an

emergency............................... 347

If a warning light turns on or a

warning buzzer sounds... ....... 347

If you have a flat tire..................... 356

If the engine will not start .......... 367

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P............................. 368

If you lose your keys.................... 369

If the vehicle battery is

discharged ................................... 370

If your vehicle overheats ........... 373

If the vehicle becomes

stuck................................................ 375

6-1. Specifications............................ 378

Maintenance data........................ 378

Fuel information............................ 387

Tire information ........................... 390

6-2. Customization .......................... 398

Customizable features ............. 398

6-3. Initialization ................................ 401

Items to initialize ............................ 401

Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners.................................. 404

Alphabetical index................... 406

What to do if................................ 414

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When trouble arises

6

Vehicle specifications

7

For US owners

Index

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Headlight (high beam)

P. 111

Pictorial index

Exterior

Turn signal light

P. 101

Fog light

P. 113

Side marker light

P. 111

Headlight (low beam)

P. 111

Hood

P. 286

Parking light

P. 111

Windshield wipers

P. 114

Moon roof

P. 43

Outside rear view

mirror

P. 37

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Tire

●Rotation

●Replacement

●Inflation pressure

●Information

P. 302

P. 356

P. 385

P. 390

Tail lights

P. 111

Side marker light

P. 111

Back door

P. 11

Rear window defogger

P. 169

Door

P. 6

Fuel filler door

P. 46

Turn signal light

P. 101

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A

Power window

switch

P. 41

Pictorial index

Interior

Seat belt

P. 28

Driver airbag

P. 56

Floor mat

P. 244

Door pocket

P. 232

Head restraint

P. 26

Front seat

P. 13

SRS side airbag

P. 56

Console box

P. 229

Ashtray

P. 237

Cup holders

P. 231

Armrest

P. 243

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Compass

P. 253

Garage door opener switches

P. 248

Personal light

P. 226

Moon roof switch

P. 43

Vanity mirror

P. 234

Interior light

P. 227

Sun visor

P. 233

SRS curtain shield airbag

P. 56

A

: If equipped

Lexus Link System switches

P. 257

Rear seat entertainment

system



P. 200

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B

Driving position memory switches

P. 24

Door lock switch

P. 6

Window lock switch

P. 41

Power window switches

P. 41

Pictorial index

Interior

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Shift lever

P. 98

Cigarette lighter

P. 238

Ashtray

P. 237

Shift lock override button

P. 368

C

: If equipped

Four-wheel drive control lever

P. 121

Seat heater switches

P. 241

AUX adapter

P. 197

Power outlet

P. 239

Height control switches

Damping mode select switch

P. 123, P. 129

“DAC” switch

P. 130

Parking brake lever

P. 102

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Gauges and meters

P. 103

Ignition switch

P. 95

Windshield wiper and

washer switch

P. 114

Headlight switch

Turn signal switch

Fog light switch

P. 111

P. 101

P. 113

Cruise control switch

P. 118

Emergency flashers

Glove box

P. 228

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A

B

Audio remote control switches

P. 198

Automatic transmission second start switch

P. 99

Tire selector switch

P. 304

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C

Pictorial index

Instrument panel

With navigation system

Trip-information display

P. 108

Air conditioning

system

Without navigation system

Navigation system*

Audio system

P. 171

Trip-information display

P. 108

Air conditioning

system

P. 162

Audio system

P. 171

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D

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

“RSCA OFF” switch

P. 68

Outside rear view mirror

heater switch

P. 169

Hood lock release lever

P. 286

Fuel filler door lever

P. 46

Power outlet switch

P. 239

Outside rear view mirror switches

P. 37

Instrument panel light control

P. 104

Center differential lock switch

P. 121

Tilt and telescopic steering

control switch

P. 35

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A

Pictorial index

Luggage compartment

Cargo hooks

P. 245

Cargo net hook

P. 245

Child restraint anchor brackets

P. 83

Power outlet

P. 239

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A

Warning reflector holder

P. 246

Tools

P. 356

Back door handle

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-

ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed

on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-

ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the

right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from

your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are

currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant

these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,

or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your

Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification

with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,

and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-

mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-

ranty.

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect

electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport

fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-

tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for

precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

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Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive

chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left

as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of

the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified

service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Leak detection pump (for the U.S.A. and Canada)

This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This check is conducted sev-

eral hours after the engine is turned off. You may hear a sound coming from under-

neath the luggage compartment for several minutes, however this does not indicate

a malfunction.

CAUTION

■ General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of

alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol

and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,

which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers

or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts

the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can

result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or

others.

■ When children are in the vehicle

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

When left unattended, children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle

into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing

with the cigarette lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehi-

cle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can

be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

Safety symbol

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is

ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the

risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its

equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must

not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.

Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a circle

with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or

“Do not let this happen”.

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