Lexus GX470 2007 Owner Manual
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Front Seats
n Adjusting seat position
n Adjusting seatback angle
Moves the seat forward
1
Moves the seat backward
2
Tilts the seatback forward
1
Reclines the seatback
2
n Adjusting the seat cushion (For driver's seat only)
Raises and lowers the front of the cushion
1
Raises and lowers the entire seat
2
n Adjusting the lumbar support
Firmer
1
Softer
2
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Second Seats
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n Adjusting the seatback angle
n Tumbling the seats
Pull the lock release lever.
Stow the seat belt buckles and lower the head
restraints.
Fold down the seatbacks while pulling the lock
release levers and swing the seat up and forward until it locks in place.
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To return the seat to the original position, push
the red knobs.
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Third Seats (If Equipped)
n Adjusting the seatback angle
n Folding up the seats
Pull down the lock release lever.
Stow the seat belt buckles.
Center seat belt buckle: Stow the tabs in the
cover set in the roof.
Lower the head restraint.
Center head restraint: Remove and stow in the
seatback.
Fold down the seatbacks, then unlock the seat
legs by pulling the release handles.
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Lift the seat sideward and retract the seat legs,
then attach the holding straps to the assist
grips to secure the seat.
When returning the seats, reverse the steps
listed.
n Removing the seats
Follow the procedure for “Folding up the seats” up to .
Retract the seat legs, then place the seats on
the floor.
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Remove the seat lock covers and push the red
seat lock release knobs outward to remove the
seats.
When returning the seats, reverse the steps
listed.
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Driving Position Memory System (If Equipped)
The seats can be returned to a previously set position by simply pressing a button.
The position of the steering wheel and the outside rear view mirrors is adjusted along with the
driver's seat.
Positions can be conveniently stored for the vehicle's primary drivers.
Set/Recall is possible when the ignition switch is “ON” and the shift lever is in the “P” position.
n Setting memory positions
While pushing the “SET” button, press the desired
memory button (“1” or “2”) until you hear a beep.
The current position of the seat, the outside rear
view mirror and the steering wheel are stored.
n Recalling memory positions
Press the desired memory button (“1” or “2”).
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Head Restraints
n Ve r ti c al ad ju st me n t
To r ai s e : push upward.
To l ow e r : push down while pressing the lock
n Horizontal adjustment (front seat only)
Move forward and backward.
release button.
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Seatbelts
n Adjusting shoulder belt height (front and second outboard seats only)
To r ai s e : pull the anchor upward.
To l ow e r : depress the button and push the anchor
down.
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Outside Rear View Mirrors
n Adjusting the mirrors
n Folding the mirrors
To select the mirror you wish to adjust (L or R),
1
use the select switch.
To adjust mirror angle, use the control switch.
2
The mirrors will automatically angle downwards
when the vehicle is reversing.
To disable this function, set the select switch to the
neutral position (neither L nor R selected).
To fold the mirrors back, push backward.
Inside Rear View Mirror
The mirror uses a sensor to detect light from vehicles behind and automatically reduces glare.
To turn auto mode ON/OFF, press the button.
The indicator comes on when auto mode is
turned ON.
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Steering Wheel
Up
1
Down
2
Tow ard th e dr iv er
3
Awa y fro m the driver
4
The steering wheel retracts automatically when the ignition key is removed to allow for easy exit and entry. The steering wheel returns automatically to its previously set position when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition switch.
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Headlights................................................................ 31
Fog Lights ................................................................. 31
Windshield Wipers and Washers .................... 32
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ................... 32
Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers................................................. 33
Instrument Panel Light Control ....................... 33
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Starting
n Starting the engine
n Stopping the engine
Engage the parking brake and shift the shift lever to “P”.
Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position.
n Ignition switch
Make sure the parking brake is engaged and the
shift lever is in “P”.
Depress the brake pedal.
Turn the ignition key to the “START” position.
“LOCK”
1
“A C C ”
2
Some electrical components such as the audio
system can be used.
“ON”
3
“START”
4
Once you turn the ignition key to the “START” position and release it, the cranking hold function continues to crank the engine until it starts.
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Automatic Transmission
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n Shift positions
Parking Brake
P Pa r k
R Reverse
N Neutral (drive not engaged)
D Drive
4 Po siti on for e ngine br akin g
3, 2 Position for more powerful engine braking
L Position for maximum engine braking
The vehicle can only be shifted out of P when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and
the brake pedal is depressed.
Downshifting increases engine power for uphill
driving, or engine braking for downhill driving and
stopping.
To s e t: pull the parking brake lever firmly upward.
To r el e a s e : press and hold the lock release button
and lift the lever slightly before lowering it as far as it will go.
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Tur n S i g nal L ev e r
To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold.
Emergency Flasher Switch
Left turn signal
1
Right turn signal
2
Engaging the emergency flasher switch causes all
the turn signal lights to flash.
The emergency flasher switch will work even if
the engine is off.
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Cruise Control
Cruise control allows the driver to maintain a constant speed without having to operate the
accelerator pedal.
Use for highway driving or when traveling at a constant speed for long periods of time.
n Setting the speed
Press the ON-OFF button.
The system will turn on.
Accelerate or decelerate to the desired
speed, and then push the lever down.
This sets the cruise control at that speed.
n Adjusting the set speed
To increase speed: push the lever up.
To decrease speed: push the lever down.
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Release the lever when the desired speed is
reached.
n Canceling
To temporarily cancel the cruise control, pull the
lever.
To turn the system off, press the ON-OFF button.
Depressing the brake pedal cancels the preset speed. To return to the preset speed, push the lever up.
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Trip Information Display
The following information concerning your vehicle is displayed.
n Display information
l Outside temperature (shown)
l Average fuel consumption
l Current fuel consumption
l Driving range
l Average vehicle speed
l Barometer
l Altimeter
l Elapsed time
n Changing the trip information display
The display changes sequentially each time the
“MODE” button is pressed.
Roll Sensing Of Curtain Shield Airbags Off Switch
This switch should only be used in situations where airbag inflation is not desired (such as
extreme off-road driving).
Push the “RSCA OFF” switch for a few seconds
with the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
The “RSCA OFF” indicator light will come on,
and the curtain shield airbags and seat belt
pretensioners will not activate in the event of a
vehicle rollover.
Push the switch again to turn roll sensing back on.
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Center Differential Lock Switch
Use the center differential lock function if the vehicle’s wheels become stuck, or when driving on a slippery or bumpy surface.
To lock the center differential, push the switch.
The center differential lock and “VSC OFF”
indicator lights come on.
To unlock the center differential, push the switch
again.
Tire Pressure Warning Select Switch
Switches between the “MAIN” and “2nd” sets of
tire ID codes registered in the system.
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Cigarette Lighter
To use, push in the cigarette lighter. When it has
heated sufficiently, it will automatically pop out
ready for use.
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Power Outlets
n 12V DC
n 115V AC
Designed for use with car accessories. The ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for this power outlet to be used.
Designed for use with electrical appliances. The
ignition switch must be in the “ON” position to
use this power outlet.
To use the power outlet, push the “AC 115V”
switch on the instrument panel.
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Four-Wheel Drive Control Lever
“L” (low speed position)
1
Use this position for maximum power and
traction.
“N” (neutral position)
2
No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped.
“H” (high speed position)
3
Use this position for normal driving on all types
of roads.
To shift between “H” and “L”, stop the vehicle, put
the shift lever in “N” and move the four-wheel
drive control lever.
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Damping Mode Select Switch
Adjusts the damping effect on the shock absorbers.
For driving on bumpy roads
1
For ordinary driving (city traffic etc.)
2
For moderate high speed driving
3
For high speed driving and sporty driving such
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as on winding mountain roads.
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Rear Height Control Switch
Switches between high, normal and low rear height air suspension control modes.
Steps up one mode.
1
Steps down one mode.
2
“H” (high) mode: For driving on bumpy roads or
through water.
“N” (normal) mode: For ordinary driving.
“L” (low) mode: Allows easy access to the vehi-
cle.
“DAC” Switch
The Downhill Assist Control system helps to control vehicle speed when driving down
steep slopes.
l Shift the four-wheel drive control lever to the
“L” position.
l Push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on.
l If traveling at 15 mph (25 km/h) or less,
release the accelerator or brake pedal to acti-
vate the system.
To make full use of the engine brake, putting the
transmission in “L” or “2” is recommended.
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Push the “DAC” switch again to turn the system
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Starting ..................................................................... 21
Automatic Transmission ..................................... 22
Parking Brake ........................................................ 22
Turn Signal Lever.................................................. 23
Emergency Flasher Switch................................ 23
Cruise Control ...................................................... 24
Trip Information Display ..................................... 25
Roll Sensing Of Curtain Shield Airbags
Off Switch ............................................................... 25
Center Differential Lock Switch...................... 26
Tire Pressure Warning Select Switch ............ 26
Cigarette Lighter.................................................. 26
Power Outlets ....................................................... 27
Four-Wheel Drive Contro l Lever ................... 27
Damping Mode Select Switch.......................... 28
Rear Height Control Switch ............................. 28
“DAC” Switch ........................................................ 28
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Front Seats................................................................ 11
Second Seats .......................................................... 12
Third Seats ............................................................... 13
Driving Position Memory System..................... 15
Head Restraints ..................................................... 16
Seatbelts................................................................... 16
Outside Rear View Mirrors ............................... 17
Inside Rear View Mirror...................................... 17
Steering Wheel ...................................................... 18
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Keys
n Ke ys
Master keys
1
Work in every lock.
Val et ke y
2
Cannot lock/unlock the glove box.
Key number plate
3
Flat key
4
Use in emergencies. Works in every lock.
n Wireless remote control
“LOCK” button: Locks all doors
1
“UNLOCK” button:
2
“PANIC” button: Sounds the alarm
3
(Use this function if you notice anyone suspicious near the vehicle)
Press and hold the “UNLOCK” button to open all the windows.
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Press once — Unlocks driver's door
Press twice — Unlocks all doors
(press and hold)
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Theft Deterrent System
The theft deterrent system includes the following features to help protect your vehicle from
theft.
n Engine immobilizer system
The engine immobilizer system prevents the
engine from being started if an unregistered key
is used.
n Alarm
When forcible entry is detected, the alarm
attracts attention to the vehicle by sounding the
horn and flashing the exterior lights.
When all the doors are locked, the security indicator light comes on and begins to flash after
approximately 30 seconds to indicate that the
theft deterrent system is armed.
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To stop the alarm, start the engine or unlock the doors using the ignition key or wireless remote control. (The alarm will stop after several seconds.)
n Steering lock
The steering lock is engaged when the ignition
key is turned to the “LOCK” position.
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Keys ............................................................................. 7
Theft Deterrent System ......................................... 8
GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 28 6
Hood lock release lever
P. 28 6
Fuel filler door lever
P. 46
Fuel filler door
P. 46
Tire inflation pressure
P. 38 5
Fuel tank capacity 23 gal. (87 L, 19.1 lmp.gal.)
Fuel type Premium unleaded gasoline only P. 47
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
With filler 6.5 (6.2, 5.5)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
Without filler 6.0 (5.7
, 5.0)
P. 3 85
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Engine oil type
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 381
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30
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lKeys P.7
lTheft Deterrent System P.8
lOutside Rear View Mirrors P.17
lInside Rear View Mirror P.1 7
lSteering Wheel P.18
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lFront Seats P.1 1
lSecond Seats P.12
lThird Seats P.1 3
lDriving Position Memory
System P.1 5
lHead Restraints P.16
lSeatbelts P.16
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lStarting P.21
lAutomatic Transmission P.22
lParking Bra ke P. 2 2
lTu rn Si gn al Lev er P.23
lEmergency Flasher Switch P.2 3
lCruise Control P.24
lTrip Information Display P.2 5
lRoll Sensing Of Curtain Shield
Airbags Off Switch P.25
lCenter Differential Lock
Switch P.26
lTire Pressure Warning Select
Switch P.2 6
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lCigarette Lighter P. 2 6
lPower Outl ets P.2 7
lFour-Wheel Drive Control
Lever P. 27
lDamping Mode Select
Switch P. 2 8
lRear Height Control
Switch P. 2 8
l“DAC” Switch P.28
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lRear Window and Outside Rear
View Mirror Defoggers P. 3 3
l
Instrument Panel Light Control
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lAir Conditioning System P.3 5
lAudio System P.37
lRear Seat Entertainment
System P. 3 9
lAshtrays P.4 0
lSeat Heaters P.4 0
lConsole Box P.4 1
lGlove Box P.41
P. 3 3
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lHeadlights P. 3 1
lFog Lights P.3 1
lWindshield Wipers and
Wa s h e r s P.3 2
lRear Window Wiper and
Wa s h e r P.3 2
lCup Holders P.42
lPerso nal Lig hts P.4 3
lCompass P.4 3
lLexus Link System P.44
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Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may
differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
lDoor Locks P.47
lBack Door P.4 8
lPowe r Window s P.48
lMoon Roof P.4 8
lFuel Tank Cap P.4 9
lHood P. 5 0
Responding to warning/indicator lights
and other problems that may arise.
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P.5
Instrument Panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
P.31
P.23
P.31
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P.32
Door lock switch
Driving position
memory switches
Power window switches
Hood lock release lever
Cruise control switch
P.47
P.15
P.48
Window lock switch
Fuel filler door lever
Ignition switch
P.48
P.50
P.49
P.24
P.21
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Emergency flashers
P.23
Trip-information display
Parking brake lever
P.25
P.22
Glove box
P.5
See
P.41
Automatic transmission second start switch
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