Lexus GX 470 Quick Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Before driving

When driving

Interior features

Maintenance

and care

When trouble

arises

Vehicle

specifications

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

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.

For owners

Index

Reporting safety defects for US owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners.

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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

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

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

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

Using the DVD player

(MP3 discs) ................................. 246

Using the video mode............... 248

Changing the initial setting ...... 249

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

When trouble arises

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

For owners

Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners.................................. 442

Seat belt instructions for

Canadian owners

(in French).................................... 443

Index

Abbreviation list ....................... 446

Alphabetical index................... 448

What to do if............................... 456

P. 135

Pictorial index

P. 124

P. 137

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)

P. 336

P. 391

P. 419

P. 424

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

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

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

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

P. 45

P. 27

P. 61

Pictorial index

Interior

Driving position memory switches

Door lock switch

Window lock switch

Power window switches

P. 121

P. 271

P. 269

P. 403

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

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

Glove box

Emergency flashers

P. 228

P. 122

P. 338

Audio remote control switches

Automatic transmission second start switch

Tire selector switch

Pictorial index

P. 132

P. 201

P. 132

P. 192

P. 201

With navigation system

Navigation system*

Audio system

Instrument panel

Trip-information display

Air conditioning system

Without navigation system

Audio system

Trip-information display

Air conditioning system

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”.

Pictorial index

P. 278

P. 104

P. 272

Luggage compartment

Child restraint anchor brackets

Cargo net hook

Power outlet

Cargo hooks

P. 279

P. 391

Back door handle

Tools

Warning reflector holder

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.

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.

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

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. 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

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)

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.

Before driving

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 )

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 featuresP. 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.

Before driving

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

■ 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

Before driving

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

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

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.

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.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

The back door can be opened to the following positions:

Half open position

Full open position

You can hold the back door in this position using the back door stopper.

When closing the door, be sure to unlock the back door stopper.

Back door

Before driving

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

CAUTION

Rear step bumper

■ The back door can be locked/unlocked

Using wireless remote control: P. 24 Using door lock switch: P. 27

For rear end protection and easier step-up loading.

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

■ Caution while driving

● Keep the back door closed.

This not only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out, but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

● Do not get on the rear step bumper.

■ If the back door is opened while parked

The open back door hides the rear lights. Other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.

■ When closing the back door

Make sure not to get your hands caught in the back door stopper.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

NOTICE

■ To prevent damage to the rear step bumper

Do not allow more than one person to get on at a time.

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Seat position fore/aft control switch Seatback angle control switch Seat cushion (front) angle control switch* Vertical height control switch* Lumbar support control switch

*: For driver’s seat only

Front seats

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

■ Reclining adjustment

Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion, to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined during an accident, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury.

■ When adjusting the front passenger’s seat from the driver’s seat

Wait until a passenger is seated or have gotten off the front passenger’s seat before operating the switch to avoid injuring the passenger.

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

To adjust the seat back angle, pull the lock release lever.

Second seats

Third seats (if equipped)

Rear seats

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Tumbling the second seat (for third seat entry)

Vehicles with third seat: For easy access to the third seat, tumble the second seat in accordance with the following procedure.

■ Before tumbling the second seat

Stow the rear seat belt buckles.

■ Tumbling the second seat

Lower the head restraints to the lowest position.

Fold down the seatbacks while pulling the lock release levers.

Before driving

Swing the seat up and forward until it locks in place.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Release the seat belt lock by:

Pushing on the lower front edge of the seatback to slacken the seat belt.

Let the seat belt retract a little.

■ Returning the second seat

Push the red knobs and swing the seat down, then raise the seatbacks.

■ If you cannot raise the left side seatback

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Folding up the third seats

■ Before folding up the third seats

Stow the rear seat belt buckles.

Use the seat belt hangers to prevent the belts from becoming tangled.

For the center seat belt, stow the seat belt tabs in the cover set in the roof as shown.

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

■ Folding up the third seats

Lower the outboard head restraint to the lowest position and remove the center head restraint.

Stow the center head restraint in the seatback. (P. 48 )

Unlock the seatbacks by pushing the lock release levers forward, and fold them down.

Unlock the seat legs by pulling the seat leg lock release handles, and lift the seats sideward.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

STEP 5

STEP 6

Be sure to stow the holding straps as shown.

Retract the seat legs, then take the holding straps out and attach the straps to the assist grips.

Pull the free end of the straps to the secure the seats.

Before driving

■ When returning the third seat to its original position

Reverse the steps listed.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Removing the third seats

Follow the procedure for “Folding up the third seats” up to STEP

3. Unlock the seat legs by pulling the

seat leg lock release handles, and lift the seats. Retract the seat legs, then place the seats on the floor.

Remove the seat lock cover and push the red seat lock release knobs outward, then lift the seats free.

■ When returning the third seat to its original position

Reverse the steps listed.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

■ Reclining adjustment

■ When the seatback is folded

Do not sit on or place anything on the seatback while driving.

■ When returning the seatbacks to their original position

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat.

● Make sure the seats are securely locked. Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt

from operating properly.

● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat.

● Arrange the seat belts in the proper positions for ready use.

■ When folding up the third seats

Fix the seats securely by adjusting the length of the holding strap. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

■ When removing or reinstalling the third seats

Observe the following precautions to prevent personal injury:

● Do not remove or reinstall the seats while the vehicle is moving.

● Do not leave the removed seat loose in the vehicle.

● Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seats.

● Be careful not to hit a person with the removed seat or drop it on yourself.

● Do not sit on or place anything on the removed seat.

● Install each seat in the same position from which it was removed. Failure to do so

will prevent third seat occupants from using the seat belts properly.

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

NOTICE

■ Before tumbling, folding up or removing the seats

The seat belts and buckles must be stowed.

■ Before tumbling the second seats

The headphone jack lid of the rear seat entertainment system must be closed.

■ Removed third seats

Avoid putting heavy loads on the seats. The metallic tips of the seat legs may be damaged, and you may be unable to correctly reinstall the seats.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Your preferred driving position (the position of the driver’s seat, steering wheel and outside rear view mirrors) can be entered into the computer’s memory and recalled with the touch of a button. Two different driving positions can be entered into memory.

■ Entering a position into memory

Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.

Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position. Adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel, and outside rear view

mirrors to the desired positions.

While pushing the “SET” button, push button “1” or “2” until the signal beeps.

If the selected button has already been preset, the previously recorded position will be overwritten.

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3STEP 3

Driving position memory system

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

■ Recalling the memorized position

Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.

Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.

Push button “1” or “2” to recall the desired position.

STEP 1

STEP 2

■ Retained accessory power

Each memorized position (except for the tilt and telescopic steering column) can be activated within 30 seconds after the driver’s door is opened, even if the key is not in the engine switch.

■ If any position memory button is pushed while the adjustments are being made

The operation will stop. To reactivate the system, push the button again.

■ If the battery is disconnected

The memorized positions must be reset because the computer’s memory is erased when the battery is disconnected.

■ Seat adjustment caution

Take care during seat adjustment that the seat does not strike the rear passenger or squeeze your body against the steering wheel.

If this happens, you can stop the movement by pressing another seat position memory button.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

■ Vertical adjustment

Grip the head restraint and move it up or down.

Push and hold the lock release button when lowering the head restraint.

Grip the head restraint and remove while holding the lock release button.

■ Horizontal adjustment

Grip the head restraint and twist to tilt forward or backward.

Lock release button

Make sure that the head restraints are adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

Head restraints

Before driving

■ Adjusting the height of the head restraints

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

Open the zipper on the back of the third seat and stow the head restraint inside.

■ When an occupant sits on the second center seat

Always pull up the head restraint to the lock position.

■ When not using the third center seat head restraint (vehicles with third seat)

■ Head restraint precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.

● Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.

● Do not drive with the head restraints removed.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle.

■ Correct use of the seat belts

Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoulder.

Position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips.

Adjust the position of the seatback. Sit up straight and well back in the seat.

Do not twist the seat belt.

■ Fastening and releasing the seat belt

Fastening the belt

Push the tab into the buckle until a clicking sound is heard.

Releasing the belt

Press the release button.

Release button

Seat belts

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

■ Adjusting the height of the belt (front and second outboard seats)

Up Down

Move the height adjuster up and down as needed until you hear a click.

Third center seat belt (vehicles with third seats)

The third center seat belt is a 3-point type restraint with 2 buckles. Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for proper operation.

Make sure that the buckle with the light gray buckle release button is securely latched for ready use of the center seat belt.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

STEP 1

STEP 2

■ Release method

The belt can be completely released when not required, such as when removing the third seat.

To release the hooked tab, insert the vehicle’s key into the hole on the buckle with the light gray buckle release button.

Stow the seat belt tabs in the cover set in the roof as shown.

■ Extracting the belt

Pull the belt out partially, then remove the tabs from the cover.

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Seat belt pretensioners (front seats)

The pretensioner helps the seat belt to quickly restrain the occupant by retracting the seat belt when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal collision.

The pretensioner may not activate in the event of a minor frontal impact, a side impact or a rear impact.

■ Emergency locking retractor (ELR)

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around fully.

■ Automatic locking retractor (ALR)

When a passenger’s shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more. (P. 1 02)

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P. 49 )

Women who are pregnant should position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occupants. Extend the shoulder belt completely over the shoulder and position the belt across the chest. Avoid belt contact over the rounding of the abdominal area.

If the seat belt is not worn properly, not only a pregnant woman, but also the fetus could suffer death or serious injury as a result of sudden braking or a collision.

If your seat belts cannot be fastened securely because they are not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Lexus dealer free of charge.

■ Pregnant women

■ People suffering illness

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P. 4 9)

■ Child seat belt usage

The seat belts of your vehicle were principally designed for persons of adult size.

● Use a child restraint system appropriately for the child, until the child becomes

large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 95)

● When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt,

follow the instructions on P. 49 regarding seat belt usage.

■ Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has been activated

If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will activate for the first collision, but will not activate for the second or subsequent collisions.

■ Seat belt extender

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking or an accident. Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.

■ Wearing a seat belt

● Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.

● Always wear a seat belt properly.

● Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt for more

than one person at the same time, including children.

● Children should be seated in the rear seat and always use a seat belt and/or an

appropriate child restraint system.

● Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seating

position. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.

● Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.

● Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.

■ Seat belt precautions

● Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger’s seat. Doing so

will disperse the passenger’s weight, which prevents the sensor form detecting the passenger’s weight properly. As a result, the seat belt pretensioner for the front passenger’s seat may not activate in the event of a collision.

● If the pretensioner has activated, the seat belt becomes locked: it cannot be fur-

ther extended, nor will it return to the stowed position. The seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Lexus dealer.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

■ Seat belt damage and wear

● Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate or buckle to be jammed

in the door.

● Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts.

Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belts cannot protect an occupant from injury.

● Ensure that the belt and tab are locked and the belt is not twisted. If the seat belt

does not function correctly, immediately contact your Lexus dealer.

● Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been involved in

a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.

● Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of a seat belt.

Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Lexus dealer. Inappropriate handling of the pretensioner may cause it to activate or operate improperly and may cause death or serious injury.

Before driving

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

NOTICE

Do not use the third center seat belt with either buckle released. Fastening only one of the buckles may result in death or serious injury in case of sudden braking or a collision.

■ When using the third center seat belt

■ Using a seat belt extender

● Do not wear the seat belt extender, if you can fasten the seat belt without the

extender.

● Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system, because

the belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of a collision.

● The personalized extender may not be safe on another vehicle, when used by

another person, or at a different seating position other than the one originally intended.

■ When using a seat belt extender

When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and the extender itself.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position while the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Up Down Toward the driver Away from the driver

CAUTION

Steering wheel

Auto tilt away and auto return

When the ignition key is removed, the steering wheel returns to its stowed position by moving up and away to enable easier driver entry and exit.

Before driving

When the key is inserted in the engine switch, the steering wheel will return to the original position.

■ Caution while driving

Do not adjust the steering wheel. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

In the auto mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles behind and automatically reduces the reflected light.

Press the button for longer than 3 seconds to turn auto mode on/off.

The indicator comes on when auto mode is turned ON.

The anti-glare mirror is automatically set to auto mode whenever the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position.

To ensure correct functioning of the sensors, do not touch or cover the sensors.

Inside rear view mirror

■ To prevent sensor error

■ Caution while driving

Do not adjust the position of the mirror. Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and may cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Select the mirror to adjust (“L”: left or “R”: right)

Adjust the mirror up, down, in, or out using the switch

Outside rear view mirrors

Before driving

Folding the mirrors

Push backward

■ When the mirrors are fogged up

Turn on the mirror heaters to defog the mirrors. (P. 1 99 )

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

CAUTION

NOTICE

■ Linked mirror function when reversing

The outside rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground. However, this function will not operate when the mirror select switch is in the neutral position (neither “L” nor “R” selected).

■ One-touch adjustment of the mirror angle

(vehicles with driving position memory)

A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and adjusted with the touch of a button. (P. 45 )

■ Caution while driving

Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in losing control of the vehicle and cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

● Do not adjust the mirrors.

● Do not drive with the mirrors folded back.

● Before driving, be sure to extend the mirrors and adjust properly.

■ When the mirror heaters are operating

Do not touch the mirror surface as the mirror surface becomes hot.

And do not touch the mirror surface also when the wiper switch is on at lower than 77F (25C) of the outside temperature.

■ If ice should jam the mirror

Do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the mirror.

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches.

Closing One-touch closing* Opening One-touch opening*

*: Pushing the switch in the

opposite direction will stop window travel partway.

Power windows

Before driving

Lock switch

Press the switch down to lock the passenger window switches.

Use this switch to prevent children from accidentally opening or closing a passenger window.

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

STEP 1

STEP 2

■ The power windows can be operated when

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

■ Linked door lock window operation

● The power windows can be opened and closed using the key. (P. 2 6)

● The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control. (P. 24 )

■ Retained accessory power operation

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. They cannot, however, be operated once the driver’s or front passenger’s door is opened.

■ Jam protection function

If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame, window travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.

■ When the battery is disconnected

The power windows must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation. (Perform for each window with the switch for each seat.)

Open the window halfway.

Fully close the window by pulling the switch up and continue holding the switch for 1 second.

The indicator on the switch changes from a flashing pattern to being on when initialization are complete.

■ Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer

Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 4 36 )

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

CAUTION

■ When closing the windows

Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a

position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.

● Do not allow children to operate the power windows.

Closing a power window on someone can cause death or serious injury.

■ Jam protection function

● Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function

intentionally.

● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before

the window fully closes.

Before driving

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down.

■ Opening and closing

Open Close

To stop partway, press the switch lightly.

■ Tilt up and down

Tilt down Til t up

To stop partway, press the switch lightly.

Moon roof

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

■ The moon roof can be operated when

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

■ Linked door lock moon roof operation

● The moon roof can be opened and closed using the key. (P. 26 )

● The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control. (P. 24 )

■ Retained accessory power operation

The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. It cannot, however, be operated once the driver’s door is opened.

■ Jam protection function

If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.

■ If the moon roof cannot be closed automatically

Keep the switch depressed.

■ Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.

■ When the battery is disconnected

The moon roof must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation.

Close the moon roof fully.

Hold down the “TILT UP” button until the moon roof tilts all the way up and then tilts down a little automatically.

To ensure initialization is complete, make sure automatic opening and closing functions work properly.

■ Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer

Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 4 36 )

Before driving

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

CAUTION

■ When opening the moon roof

Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle while

it is moving.

● Do not sit on top of the moon roof.

■ When closing the moon roof

Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bodies in a

position where they could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.

● Do not allow children to operate the moon roof.

Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.

■ Jam protection function

● Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function

intentionally.

● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before

the moon roof fully closes.

1-5. Refueling

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.

■ Before refueling the vehicle

Stop the engine and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed.

■ Opening the fuel tank cap

Pull the fuel filler door lever.

To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it.

STEP 1

STEP 2

Opening the fuel tank cap

Before driving

1-5. Refueling

Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door.

STEP 3

Closing the fuel tank cap

When installing the cap, turn it clockwise until one click is heard, in order to fully close it.

The cap returns slightly when your hand is released from the cap after closure, however this does not cause any problems.

■ Fuel types

Use premium unleaded gasoline. (91 Octane Rating [Research Octane Number 96] or higher)

■ Fuel tank capacity

Approximately 23 gal. (87 L, 19.1 Imp. gal.)

1-5. Refueling

CAUTION

NOTICE

■ When refueling the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so, may result in death or serious injury.

● Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static electricity.

Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel vapors to ignite.

● Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.

A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.

● Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their bodies to

come close to an open fuel tank.

● Do not inhale vaporized fuel.

Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.

● Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.

Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.

● Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically

charged. This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.

■ When replacing the fuel tank cap

Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. Failure to do so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or serious injury.

Before driving

■ Refueling

Do not spill fuel during refueling. Failing to do so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the exhaust systems to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle’s painted surface.

1-6. Theft deterrent system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned to the “LOCK” position to indicate that the system is operating.

FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY

Engine immobilizer system

■ System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.

■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

● If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object.

● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key

with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle.

■ Certifications for the engine immobilizer system

For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

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.

For vehicles sold in Canada

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.

1-6. Theft deterrent system

CAUTION

NOTICE

■ Certifications for the engine immobilizer system

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

■ For proper system operation

Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

Before driving

1-6. Theft deterrent system

The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is detected.

To arm the alarm, exit the vehicle, make sure that the doors and hood are closed, and lock all the doors. The system will operate automatically once the indicator begins to flashing.

Alarm

Deactivating or stopping the alarm

Do one of the following:

● Unlock the doors using the key or the wireless remote control.

● Start the engine.

■ Items to check before locking the vehicle

To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm, check that there is no one in the vehicle, and that all windows and the moon roof are closed before locking the vehicle.

■ When the battery is disconnected

Be sure to cancel the alarm system. If the battery is discharged before canceling the alarm, the system may be triggered when the battery is reconnected.

■ Pa ni c mo de

When the “PANIC” button is pushed for longer than about 1 second, the headlights/ tail lights/emergency flashers will flash, the interior lights will come on, and an alarm will sound for about 60 seconds to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, push any button on the wireless remote control.

1-6. Theft deterrent system

Before driving

1-6. Theft deterrent system

These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law.

Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)

1-7. Safety information

Drive with a good posture as follows:

Sit upright and well back in the seat.

Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily depressed to the extent required. (P. 3 4)

Adjust the seatback so that the controls are easily operable.

Adjust the tilt and telescopic positions of the steering wheel downward so the airbag is facing your chest. (P. 57 )

Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. (P. 4 7)

Wear the seat belt correctly. (P. 49 )

Correct driving posture

Before driving

1-7. Safety information

CAUTION

■ Caution while driving

● Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat.

Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.

A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver or passenger.

● Do not place anything under the front seats.

Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an accident. The adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.

■ Adjusting the seat position

● Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion, to

reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined during an accident, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury.

● Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passengers are

not injured by the moving seat.

● Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid injury.

Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.

1-7. Safety information

The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.

Front airbags Driver airbag/front passenger airbag

Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components.

Side and curtain shield airbags Side airbag

Can help protect the torso of the front occupants. Curtain shield airbag

Can help protect primarily the head of front occupants and rear outboard occupants.

SRS airbags

Before driving

1-7. Safety information

Airbag system components

Front passenger airbag Curtain shield airbag Occupant detection system

(ECU and sensors) “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG

OFF” indicator light Side airbag Curtain shield airbag sensor SRS warning light and “RSCA

OFF” indicator light

Driver airbag Side and curtain shield airbag

sensor Driver’s seat position sensor Driver’s seat belt buckle switch “RSCA OFF” switch Front passenger’s seat belt

buckle switch Airbag sensor assembly Front airbag sensor

Your vehicle is equipped with “ADVANCED AIRBAGS” designed based on US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag system controls airbag deployment power for the driver and front passenger. The driver airbag system consists of the driver’s seat position sensor etc. The front passenger’s airbag system consists of the front passenger occupant classification sensor etc.

1-7. Safety information

The main SRS airbag system components are shown above. The SRS airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor.

In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag system triggers the airbag inflators. A chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants.

■ If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)

● Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying (inflating)

SRS airbag.

● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.

● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as

well as the front seats, and parts of the front pillar and roof side rail, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.

● The windshield may crack.

Before driving

1-7. Safety information

■ Operating conditions (front airbags)

● The SRS front airbags will deploy if the severity of the frontal impact is above the

designed threshold level, comparable to an approximate 15 mph (25 km/h) collision when the vehicle impacts straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform.

However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.).

● It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the vehi-

cle is very close to the designed threshold level, the SRS front airbags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together.

● The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate, if there is not passenger sitting

in the front passenger seat. However, the front passenger airbag may deploy, if luggage is put in the seat or the seat belt is fastened, even if the seat is unoccupied. (P. 90 )

■ Operating conditions (side and curtain shield airbags)

● The SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are designed to inflate when the

passenger compartment is subjected to a severe impact from the side.

● The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat will not activate if there is no passen-

ger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the side airbag on the passenger seat may deploy, if luggage is put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. (P. 90 )

1-7. Safety information

● Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard

surface

● Falling into or jumping over a deep hole

● Landing hard or vehicle falling

● The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal.

● The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone.

● Collision from the side

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other than a colli-

sion

The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situations shown in the illustration.

Before driving

■ Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbag (front airbags)

The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes sufficient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front airbags may occur.

1-7. Safety information

● Collision from the side to the vehicle body

other than the passenger compartment

● Collision from the side at an angle

● Collision from the front

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

● Collision from the front

● Collision from the rear

● Pitches end over end

■ Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbag

(side and curtain shield airbags)

The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment.

The SRS side airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed side collision.

The SRS curtain shield airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rear collision, if it pitches end over, or if it is involved in a lowspeed side collision.

1-7. Safety information

● The front of the vehicle is damaged or

deformed, or was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS airbags to inflate.

● A portion of the doors is damaged or

deformed, or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags to inflate.

● The pad section of the steering wheel or

front passenger airbag cover of the instrument panel is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

● The surface of the seats with the side air-

bag is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

● The portion of the front pillars, rear pillars

or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

■ When to contact your Lexus dealer

In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Lexus dealer.

● Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated.

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CAUTION

■ SRS airbag precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the airbags. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly.

The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.

● The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or

serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:

Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation, placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm) away now, you can change your driving position in several ways:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

• Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 10 in. (250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non-slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.

• If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the airbag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.

The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls.

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CAUTION

● If the seat belt extender has been con-

nected to the driver’s seat belt buckle but the seat belt extender has not also been fastened to the latch plate of the driver’s seat belt, the SRS driver’s airbag system will judge that the driver is wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been connected. In this case, the driver’s airbag may not activate correctly in a collision, resulting in death or serious injury in the event of collision. Be sure to wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender.

■ SRS airbag precautions

● The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with considerable force, and can

cause death or serious injury especially if the front passenger is very close to the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted, so the front passenger sits upright.

● Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or seri-

ously injured by a deploying airbag. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are the safest for infants and children. (P. 9 5)

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CAUTION

● Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean

against the dashboard.

● Do not allow a child to stand in front of the

SRS front passenger airbag unit or sit on the knees of a front passenger.

● Do not drive the vehicle while the driver or

passenger have items resting on their knees.

● Do not lean against the door, the roof side

rail or the front, side and rear pillars.

● Do not allow anyone to kneel on the pas-

senger seat toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle.

■ SRS airbag precautions

CAUTION

■ SRS airbag precautions

● Do not attach anything to or lean anything

against areas such as the dashboard or steering wheel pad of the instrument panel. These items can become projectiles when the SRS driver and front passenger airbags deploy.

● Do not attach anything to areas such as the

door, windshield glass, side door glass, front and rear pillars, roof side rail or assist grip.

● Do not hang coat hangers or other hard

objects on the coat hooks. All of these items could become projectiles and seriously injure or kill you, should the SRS curtain shield airbag deploy.

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Before driving

● Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side airbags

inflate as they may interfere with inflation of the airbags.

● Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS airbag

components shown on P. 78. Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.

● Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS airbags have

deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.

● If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbag has deployed, open a door or

window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.

● If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and

front pillar garnish, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Lexus dealer.

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CAUTION

■ Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components

Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without consulting your Lexus dealer. The SRS airbag may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.

● Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags

● Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument

panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side rail

● Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the occupant

compartment

● Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, kangaroo bar

etc.)

● Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system

● Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD players

● Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability

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CAUTION

Deactivating the curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover

ON/OFF (Hold for a few seconds)

The “RSCA OFF” indicator light turns on. (Only when the engine switch is in the “ON” position.)

■ The switch only should be used

In a situation where inflation is not desired (such as during extreme off-road driving).

■ Operating conditions when the “RSCA OFF” indicator is on

● The curtain shield airbag and seat belt pretensioner will not activate in a vehicle

rollover.

● The curtain shield airbag will activate in a severe side impact.

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■ For normal driving

Make sure the “RSCA OFF” indicator light is not turned on. If it is left on, the curtain shield airbag will not activate in the event of an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

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Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for front passenger.

SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light “AIR BAG ON” indicator light

Indicator/

warning light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

“A I R B AG

ON”

SRS warning light Off

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

Flashing

Devices

Front passenger airbag

Activated

Side airbag in the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

on the front passenger side

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

Front passenger occupant classification system

Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system

■ Adult

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Indicator/

warning light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

“A I R B AG

OFF”*

SRS warning light Off

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

Flashing

Devices

Front passenger airbag

Deactivated

Side airbag in the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

on the front passenger side

Activated

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

Indicator/

warning light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

Not illumi-

nated

SRS warning light

Off

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

Devices

Front passenger airbag

Deactivated

Side airbag in the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

on the front passenger side

Activated

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Deactivated

■ Child*3 or child restraint system

■ Unoccupied

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Indicator/

warning light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

“A I R B AG

OFF”

SRS warning light On

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Off

Devices

Front passenger airbag

Deactivated

Side airbag in the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

on the front passenger side

Activated

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

■ System malfunction

*1: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller

adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/

her as a child depending on his/her physique and posture. *2: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt. *3: When a large child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in

the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/her as an

adult depending on his/her physique and posture. *4: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passen-

ger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be

installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable.

(P. 9 8) *5: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual as for

installing the child restraint system properly. (P. 9 5)

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CAUTION

■ Front passenger occupant classification system precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the front passenger occupant classification system.

● Wear the seat belt properly.

● Make sure the front passenger’s seat belt tab has not been left inserted into the

buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat.

● Make sure the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is not illuminated when using the

seat belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, then reconnect the seat belt. Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illuminated. If you use the seat belt extender while the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger side may not activate correctly, which could cause death or serious injury in the event of a collision.

● Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat or equipment (e.g. arm-

rest).

● Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by putting your hands or feet on

the front passenger seat seatback from the second seat.

● Do not let a second seat passenger lift the front passenger seat with their feet or

press on the seatback with their legs.

● Do not put objects under the front passenger seat.

● Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a rear seat. This

may cause the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light to be illuminated, which indicates that the passenger’s airbags will not deploy in the event of a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat, return the seatback to a position where it does not touch the rear seat. Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt system.

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1-7. Safety information

CAUTION

■ Front passenger occupant classification system precautions

● If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illu-

iminated. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator is illuminated, ask the passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the seat belt worn correctly. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator still remain illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or if that is not possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.

● When it is unavoidable to install a forward-facing child restraint system on the

front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. (P. 9 8)

● Do not remove the front seat.

● Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Otherwise,

the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction in the detection system. In this case, contact your Lexus dealer immediately.

● Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers the seat

cushion surface.

● Child restraint systems installed on the second seat should not contact the front

seatbacks.

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A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt.

The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.

Child restraint systems

Points to remember

Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat.

● Choose a child restraint system appropriate to the age and size of the child.

● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (P. 9 8)

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Types of child restraints

Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child.

Infant seat

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CAUTION

Convertible seat

Booster seat

■ Selecting an appropriate child restraint system

Get an appropriate child restraint system for the child. If a child is too large for a child restraint system, sit the child on a rear seat and use the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 4 9)

■ Child restraint precautions

● For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must

be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.

● Lexus strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to

the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

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CAUTION

■ Child restraint precautions

● Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat even

if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear-facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat.

● A forward-facing child restraint system should allowed to be installed on the front

passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

● Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the

front or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of collision.

● Do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the

door or the area of the seat, front pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbags and curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

● Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the

child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

■ When the child restraint system is not in use

● Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is not in use.

Do not store the restraint unsecured in the passenger compartment.

● If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or

store it securely in the luggage compartment. This will prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

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1-7. Safety information

Follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions. Firmly secure the child restraint using the seat belt. If using the lower anchorages, use the top strap as well, and be sure to secure both firmly.

Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mechanism (ALR/ELR belts except driver’s seat belt) (P. 52 )

Child restraint lower anchorages

Lower anchorages are provided for the right side seat and between the center and left side seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchorages are attached to the seats.)

Anchor bracket (for top strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for all second seats.

Installing child restraints

1-7. Safety information

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt)

■ Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat

Place the child seat on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle.

Run the seat belt through the child seat and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Fully extend the shoulder belt and then allow it to retract slightly in order to activate the ALR lock mode.

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Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only.

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STEP 4

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

■ Forward facing Convertible seat

While pushing the child seat down into the seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.

Place the child seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

Run the seat belt through the child seat and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Fully extend the shoulder strap and then allow it to retract slightly into the ALR lock mode.

Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only.

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Lexus GX 470 Quick Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

Pictorial index

Before driving

1-1. Key information

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof

1-5. Refueling

1-6. Theft deterrent system

1-7. Safety information