Lexus GX 470 Quick Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
Before driving
2
When driving
3
Interior features
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir­rors, and steering column.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your­self maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
7
For owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for US owners and seat belt in­structions for Canadian owners.
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
1

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

1
Before driving
1-1. Key information ........................... 22
Keys ...................................................... 22
1-6. Theft deterrent system............... 70
Engine immobilizer system......... 70
Alarm.................................................... 72
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................................. 74
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors...................................... 24
Wireless remote control.............. 24
Side doors .......................................... 26
Back door............................................ 31
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel, etc.).................................. 34
Front seats.......................................... 34
Rear seats........................................... 36
Driving position memory
system ............................................... 45
Head restraints................................. 47
Seat belts ............................................ 49
Steering wheel.................................. 57
Inside rear view mirror................. 58
Outside rear view mirrors........... 59
1-7. Safety information ....................... 75
Correct driving posture ............... 75
SRS airbags ....................................... 77
Front passenger occupant
classification system.................... 90
Child restraint systems ................. 95
Installing child restraints............... 98
2
When driving
2-1. Driving procedures.................... 110
Driving the vehicle......................... 110
Engine (ignition) switch ............... 118
Automatic transmission................ 121
Turn signal lever............................. 124
Parking brake ................................. 125
2-2. Instrument cluster ..................... 126
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof ........... 61
Power windows................................. 61
Moon roof .......................................... 64
1-5. Refueling........................................ 67
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 67
2
Gauges and meters ..................... 126
Indicators and warning lights... 129
Trip information display.............. 132
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers ................... 135
Headlight switch............................ 135
Fog light switch .............................. 137
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 138
Rear window wiper and
washer............................................... 141
2-4. Using other driving systems.... 142
Cruise control ................................ 142
Four-wheel drive system............ 146
Rear height control air
suspension..................................... 149
Electronic modulated
suspension..................................... 156
DAC (Downhill Assist Control
system)............................................ 157
Driving assist systems.................. 159
2-5. Driving information ................... 163
Off-road precautions .................. 163
Cargo and luggage...................... 168
Vehicle load limits......................... 174
Winter driving tips ........................ 176
Trailer towing.................................. 180
Dinghy towing ................................ 190
3
Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger ............. 192
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................. 192
Rear cooler system....................... 198
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers ............. 199
3-2. Using the audio system............ 201
Audio system type........................ 201
Using the radio.............................. 203
Using the CD player...................... 211
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ................................................. 218
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................ 224
Using the AUX adapter............ 227
Using the steering switches..... 228
3-3. Using the rear audio
system ........................................ 231
Rear seat entertainment system
features (if equipped)
................. 231
Using the DVD player
(DVD video)................................ 236
Using the DVD player
(video CD)................................... 243
Using the DVD player
(audio CD/CD text)................ 245
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
3
TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
Using the DVD player
(MP3 discs) ................................. 246
Using the video mode............... 248
Changing the initial setting ...... 249
4
Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care............ 306
3-4. Using the interior lights .......... 256
Interior lights list............................ 256
3-5. Using the storage features .... 259
List of storage features............... 259
3-6. Other interior features........... 264
Sun visors......................................... 264
Vanity mirror.................................. 265
Clock................................................. 266
Outside temperature
display ........................................... 268
Ashtrays ........................................... 269
Cigarette lighter............................ 271
Power outlet................................... 272
Seat heaters.................................... 274
Armrest ............................................ 276
Floor mats........................................ 277
Luggage compartment
features.......................................... 278
Garage door opener................... 281
Compass......................................... 286
Lexus Link System ...................... 290
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ......................... 306
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior........................... 308
4-2. Maintenance................................ 311
Maintenance requirements ........ 311
General maintenance................. 313
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 316
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance... 317
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................... 317
Hood................................................. 320
Engine compartment................... 321
Tires ................................................... 336
Tire inflation pressure................. 343
Wheels.............................................. 347
Air conditioning filter.................. 349
Wireless remote control
battery............................................. 351
Rear seat entertainment
system controller...................... 353
Checking and replacing
fuses............................................... 355
Light bulbs....................................... 365
4
5
When trouble arises
6
Vehicle specifications
5-1. Essential information ............... 372
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.............................................. 372
If you think something is
wrong ............................................. 377
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 378
Event data recorder.................... 379
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency ............................... 381
If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds...
.............. 381
If you have a flat tire...................... 391
If the engine will not start .......... 402
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P............................. 403
If you lose your keys.................... 404
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .................................. 405
If your vehicle overheats .......... 408
If the vehicle becomes stuck .... 410
6-1. Specifications............................. 412
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)...................... 412
Fuel information............................. 421
Tire information ............................ 424
6-2. Customization .......................... 436
Customizable features .............. 436
6-3. Initialization ............................... 439
Items to initialize........................... 439
7
For owners
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners.................................. 442
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French).................................... 443
1
2
3
4
5
6
Index
Abbreviation list ....................... 446
Alphabetical index................... 448
What to do if............................... 456
7
5
P. 135

Pictorial index

P. 124
P. 137
P. 135
P. 135
P. 320
P. 135
P. 138
P. 64
P. 59
Headlight (low beam)
Exterior
Windshield wipers
Hood
Parking light
Moon roof
Outside rear view
mirror
Side marker light
Fog light
Turn signal light
Headlight (high beam)
6
P. 336
P. 391
P. 419
P. 424
P. 135
P. 135
P. 31
P. 199
P. 26
Fuel filler door
P. 67
P. 124
Door
Turn signal light
Rear window defogger
Back door
Tire
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
Information
Tail lights
Side marker light
7
A
P. 61
Pictorial index
P. 49
P. 77
P. 277
P. 263
P. 47
P. 34
P. 77
P. 260
P. 269
P. 262
P. 276
Interior
Seat belt Head restraint Power window
switch
Ashtray
Door pocket
Driver airbag
Cup holders
8
Armrest
Floor mat
Front seat
SRS side airbag
Console box
P. 286
P. 281
P. 257
P. 64
P. 265
P. 258
P. 264
P. 77
A
P. 290
P. 231
Lexus Link System switches
Garage door opener switches
Interior light
Rear seat entertainment
system
SRS curtain shield airbag
Moon roof switch
Personal light
Vanity mirror
Sun visor
Compass
: If equipped
9
P. 45
P. 27
P. 61
P. 61
Pictorial index
B
Interior
Driving position memory switches
Door lock switch
Window lock switch
Power window switches
10
P. 121
P. 271
P. 269
P. 403
C
P. 146
P. 274
P. 227
P. 272
P. 149
P. 156
P. 157
P. 125
Shift lever
Four-wheel drive control lever
Cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Seat heater switches
AUX adapter
Power outlet
Height control switches
Damping mode select switch
“DAC” switch
Parking brake lever
Shift lock override button
: If equipped
11
Pictorial index
P. 126
P. 118
P. 138
P. 135
P. 124
P. 137
P. 142
P. 259
Gauges and meters
Headlight switch Turn signal switch Fog light switch
Instrument panel
Engine switch
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Cruise control switch
12
Glove box
Emergency flashers
A
P. 228
P. 122
P. 338
Audio remote control switches
B
Automatic transmission second start switch
Tire selector switch
13
Pictorial index
P. 132
P. 201
P. 132
P. 192
P. 201
C
With navigation system
Navigation system*
Audio system
Instrument panel
Trip-information display
Air conditioning system
Without navigation system
Audio system
14
Trip-information display
Air conditioning system
D
P. 89
P. 199
P. 320
P. 67
P. 272
P. 59
P. 127
P. 147
P. 57
Outside rear view mirror switches
Instrument panel light control
Center differential lock switch
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch
“RSCA OFF” switch
Outside rear view mirror
heater switch
Hood lock release lever
Fuel filler door lever
Power outlet switch
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
15
Pictorial index
P. 278
P. 278
P. 104
P. 272
Luggage compartment
Child restraint anchor brackets
Cargo net hook
Power outlet
A
Cargo hooks
16
A
P. 279
P. 391
Back door handle
Tools
Warning reflector holder
17
For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
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.
All specifications provided 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.
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 perfor­mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war­ranty.
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 sys­tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
18
Scrapping of your Lexus
CAUTION
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.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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, and never allow children to have or use the key.
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 vehi­cle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
19
Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
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.
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.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
20
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turn­ing, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices.
Indicates the outcome of an opera­tion (e.g. a lid opens).

Before driving

1
1-1. Key information ............... 22
Keys............................................... 22
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors ........... 24
Wireless remote control......... 24
Side doors.................................... 26
Back door ..................................... 31
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel, etc.)..................... 34
Front seats................................... 34
Rear seats.................................... 36
Driving position memory
system ........................................ 45
Head restraints.......................... 47
Seat belts ..................................... 49
Steering wheel........................... 57
Inside rear view mirror ........... 58
Outside rear view mirrors...... 59
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon
roof .................................. 61
Power windows............................ 61
Moon roof ................................... 64
1-5. Refueling .......................... 67
Opening the fuel tank cap ...... 67
1-6. Theft deterrent system ... 70
Engine immobilizer
system........................................ 70
Alarm............................................ 72
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)....................................... 74
1-7. Safety information........... 75
Correct driving posture ......... 75
SRS airbags ................................ 77
Front passenger occupant
classification system.............. 90
Child restraint systems ........... 95
Installing child restraints......... 98
21

1-1. Key information

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Master keys Valet key Key number plate Flat key
Keys
When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. (P. 2 59) Carry the master key for your own use and leave the valet key only with the atten­dant.
Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key number plate. (P. 404)
22
1-1. Key information
NOTICE
To prevent key damage
Do not bend the keys, expose them to high temperatures by placing them in
direct sunlight, or get them wet.
Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any material that
blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
1
Before driving
23

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle.
Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Opens the windows and
moon roof (push and hold) Sounds alarm
(push and hold) (P. 7 3)
Wireless remote control
2-step unlocking function
When you push the “UNLOCK” button, the driver’s door is unlocked. Pushing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors.
Operation indicator
Doors: A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the
doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
Windows and moon roof: A buzzer sounds when the windows and moon roof
begin to open.
Door lock buzzer
If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the theft deterrent system automatically locks the vehicle again.
Low battery
If the wireless remote control does not function or if it only operates very close to the vehicle, the battery may be low. (P. 3 51 )
24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY
Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. 2-step unlocking function, buzzer) can be changed. (Customizable featuresP. 4 36 )
Certification for wireless remote control (for vehicles sold in the U.S.A.)
NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol­lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa­tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter­ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter­ference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Certification for wireless remote control (for vehicles sold in Canada)
NOTE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer­ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
1
Before driving
25
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the wireless remote control, a key or door lock switch.
Key
Locks all doors Closes the windows/moon
roof (turn and hold) Unlocks all doors
Turning the key unlocks the driver’s door. Turning the key once again unlocks the other doors.
Opens the windows/moon roof (turn and hold)
Wireless remote control
P. 2 4
Side doors
26
Door lock switch
Locks all doors Unlocks all doors
Inside lock button
Locks the door Unlocks the door
The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handles even if the lock buttons are in the lock position.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
1
Before driving
27
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Rear door child-protector lock
The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the locks are set.
These locks can be set to prevent children from opening the rear doors. Push down rear door switches to lock the rear doors.
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems
The following functions can be set or canceled:
Function Operation
Shift position linked door locking function
Shift position linked door unlocking function
Speed linked door locking function
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
28
Shifting the shift lever out of “P” locks all doors.
Shifting the shift lever to “P” unlocks all doors.
All doors are locked when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or higher.
All doors are unlocked when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” posi­tion.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
STEP 1
STEP 2
Setting and canceling the functions
To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure below:
Close all the doors and turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi­tion. (Perform step 2 within 10 seconds.)
Shift the shift lever to “P” or “N”, press and hold the driver’s door lock switch ( or ) for 5 sec­onds then release.
The shift lever and switch positions corresponding to the desired func­tion to be set or canceled are shown as follows.
Function Shift lever position Switch position
Shift position linked door locking function
“P”
Shift position linked door unlock­ing function
1
Before driving
Speed linked door locking function
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
“N”
When the setting or canceling operation is complete, all doors are locked and then unlocked.
29
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
CAUTION
Locking the front doors from outside using the inside lock button
Push the inside lock button rearward and close the door while holding the door handle up.
If the wrong key is used
The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate the inside mechanism.
Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed. (Customizable fea­tures P. 4 36 )
To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury.
Always use a seat belt.
Always lock all doors.
Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
Do not pull the inside handle of the front door while driving.
Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear seat.
30
Loading...
+ 428 hidden pages