Lexus LX450 2004, LX470 2004, LX570 2004 Owner Manual

SECTION 2 –

AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO

Audio

Audio system 210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For vehicles equipped with Navigation System, please refer to the separate “Navigation System

Owner’s Manual”.

209

AUDIO

AUDIO SYSTEM

Quick reference for your audio system



You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page 66 for details.

210

22X611

AUDIO

Stopping and ejecting a compact disc

(See page 224 for details.)

Compact disc slot

(See page 223 for details.)

Display of functions in TAPE mode

RPT: Automatic repeat

(See page 221 for details.) DOLBY NR

(See page 220 for details.)

: Side change



(See page 221 for details.)

: Rewinding or Fast forwarding : (See page 221 for details.)

Display of functions in CD mode

RAND:Random access

(See page 227 for details.)

RPT: Automatic repeat

(See page 226 for details.) Disc selection

(See page 225 for details.)

: Reversing or Fast forwarding : (See page 226 for details.)

Scan button

(See page 225 for details.)

Load button

(See page 223 for details.)

TEXT button

(See page 219 for details.)

AUDIO-TUNE knob

(See page 213 or for details.)

Traffic announcement button

(See page 219 for details.)

Program type button

(See page 218 for details.)

10 Mode selectors

(See page 212 for details.)

11 Radio mode: Seek tuning

(See page 216 or 217 for details.)

TAPE or CD Direct access to a desired program mode: (See page 222 or 226 for details.)

12 Cassette tape slot

(See page 220 for details.)

13 Stopping and ejecting a cassette tape

(See page 220 for details.)

14 Turning the system on and adjusting the volume

(See page 212 for details.)

15 Function buttons

1 - 6: Station selector buttons

(See page 217 for details.)

211

AUDIO

Using your audio system: some basics

This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system.

Y our audio system works when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the car audio on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

(a) Turning the system on and off

21X506a

21X507

Push “AM”, “ F M ” , “ TAPE” or “DISC” to turn on that mode. The selected mode turns on directly.

Push these buttons if you want to switch from one mode to another.

If the tape or disc is not set, the cassette player or compact disc player does not turn on.

You can turn off the cassette player by ejecting the cassette tape. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape. If another function was previously playing, it will come on again.

Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off. T urn this knob to adjust the volume.

The system turns on in the last mode used.

212

AUDIO

21X553

In the “T APE” or “CD” mode, the applicable functions are shown in the lowest part of the display. Push the switch just below to turn on each function.

(b) Tone and balance

How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, mid-range, and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with different mixes of treble, mid-range, and bass.

A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important.

Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another.

22X612

Each time you push the “AUDIO-TUNE” knob, the display changes as in the following. To adjust the tone and balance or turn on or off the automatic sound levelizer, turn the knob.

BAS: Adjusts low-pitched tones. MID: Adjusts mid-pitched tones. TRE: Adjusts high-pitched tones. FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear

speakers. BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between the right and left

speakers.

ASL: Turns on or off the automatic sound levelizer. Automatic sound levelizer: When the audio sound becomes

difficult to be heard due to road noise, wind noise, etc. during driving, the system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to the noise level. While the automatic sound levelizer is on, “ASL” appears on the display.

213

AUDIO

The antenna automatically extends when the radio is on, and retracts when the radio mode is off. However, even if you turn off the radio when the radio on the rear seat audio system is on, the antenna does not retract.

21X509

To adjust the height of the antenna manually, push the switch.

Clean the antenna mast periodically with a clean dry cloth.

CAUTION

Before extending the antenna, confirm that no one is close enough to get injured.

NOTICE



To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before driving your vehicle through an automatic car wash.



The antenna mast has to be extended higher than 100 mm (3.94 in.) length when the audio is on. Extend the antenna mast when the radio signal is weak.



Putting a window tint (especially, conductive or metallic type) on the right-hand rear quarter window may affect the reception of radio or mobile telephone. For the installation of the window tint, consult with your Lexus dealer.

214

AUDIO

(d) Your cassette player

When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to t h e right.

NOTICE

Do not oil any part of the cassette player, and do not insert anything except a cassette tape into the slot.

(e) Your compact disc player with changer

21X510

Your changer can store up to 6 discs and play selected discs or continuously play all the discs set in the player.

When you set discs into the player, make sure their labels face up. If not, the player will display “ERROR1” and the disc number.

NOTICE



Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than compact discs into the slot.



Do not insert a disc upon another one, or it will damage the changer. Insert only one disc into the slot at a time.

The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

215

AUDIO

Radio operation

(a) Listening to the radio

21X511z

Push these buttons to choose either an AM or FM station.

“AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” appears on the display.

21X554

Turn this knob to the right to step up the station band or to the left to step down.

Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. “ST” appears on the display . If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prevent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono reception. In this case, “ST” disappears from the display.

216

AUDIO

(b) Presetting a station

21X555

1. Tune in the desired station.

2. Push one of the station selector buttons ( 1-6 ) and hold it until a beep is heard. This sets the station to the button and the button number ( 1-6 ) appears on the display.

Each button can store one AM station and two FM stations. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the same procedure.

The preset station memory is cancelled when the power source is interrupted by battery disconnection or a blown fuse.

Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods.

21X556a

Preset tuning: Push the button ( 1-6 ) for the station you want. The button number ( 1-6 ) and station frequency appear on the display.

Manual tuning: Turn the “AUDIO-TUNE” knob. The radio will step up or down to another frequency.

Seek tuning: Push the “SEEK” button. The radio will begin seeking up or down for a station of the nearest frequency and will stop on reception. Each time you push the button, the stations will be searched automatically one after another.

217

AUDIO

21X572

To scan all the frequencies: Push the “SCAN” button. “SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the next station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again. To select a station, push the “SCAN” button a second time.

To scan the preset stations: Push the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. “SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To select a station, push the “SCAN” button a second time.

(d) RDS (Radio Data System) TYPE (Program type):

22X613

When you push the “TYPE” button, the current program type receiving from RDS station appears on the display.

If the system receives no RDS stations, “NO PTY” appears on the display.

218

AUDIO

Each time you push the “ changes as in the following:

 ROCK  EASY LIS (Easy listening)  CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz)  R&B (Rhythm and Blues)  INFORM (Information)  RELIGION  MISC  ALERT (Emergency message)

Push the “SEEK TRACK” or “SCAN” button with the program type shown on the display and the radio seeks or scans the station in the relevant program type.

TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly broadcasts traffic information is automatically located.

When you push the “TRAF” button, “TRAF SEEK” appears on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program station.

If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears on the display for a few seconds and the display returns to the previous mode.

” or “ ” button, the program type

Radio text message:

21x557

If the radio receives a radio text from RDS station, “MSG” appears on the display. Push the “TEXT” button, and a text message is displayed.

If the entire the message is not displayed, “” will appear on the display. To display the rest of the message, push and hold the “TEXT” button until you hear a beep.

After the entire message has been displayed, the message will disappear.

In case a text message is not accepted on the display, you can push the “TEXT” button and hold it to display the rest of the message.

When the system can show the station name, “RDS” appears on the display. Each time you push the “TEXT” button, indication on the display changes from the band to the station name, a radio text in this order. After 6 seconds passes, indication returns to the band.

219

AUDIO

Cassette tape player operation

(a) Playing a cassette tape

21X558a

When you insert a cassette tape, the exposed tape should face to the right.

The player will automatically start when you insert a cassette tape. At this time, “TAPE” appears on the display.

To stop or eject the cassette tape, push the “EJECT” button. Auto-reverse feature: After the cassette player reaches the

end of a tape, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side, regardless of whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.

20X559

If a cassette is already in the slot, push the “TAPE” button. Dolby Noise Reduction* feature: If you are listening to a

tape that was recorded with Dolby* Noise Reduction, push the

button. The display will indicate that the Dolby noise

reduction system is on. The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For

best sound reproduction, play your tapes with the Dolby NR on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape.

T o play a tape recorded without Dolby NR, push the button until the symbol disappears from the display.

* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double- D symbol

Corporation.

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing

220

AUDIO

(b) Manual program selection

21X560

“Program” button: Push the “ other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which side is currently selected ( indicates top side,  indicates bottom side).

“Rewind” button: Push the “” button to rewind a tape. “REW” appears on the display.

To stop rewinding, push the same button or “TAPE” button. “Fast forward” button: Push the “” button to fast forward

a cassette tape. “FF” appears on the display. To stop fast forwarding, push the same button or “TAPE”

button.



” button to select the

21X561

“RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the current program.

Push the “RPT” button while the program is playing. When the program ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. Push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

There must be at least 5 seconds of blank space between programs for the repeat feature to work correctly.

221

AUDIO

21X562a

“Automatic program selection” button: The automatic program selection feature allows you to program your cassette player to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want to hear. You can skip up to nine programs at a time.

Push this bu t t o n on the r i g h t side to s k i p forward. “FF” and the number will appear on the display. Push the button until the number you want to skip appears on the display. After that, the player will automatically skip forward.

When the end of the tape is reached, the player automatically reverses sides and resumes normal play.

Push this button on the left side to skip backward. Push the button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on the display.

 If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning

of the current program.

 When counting the number of programs you want to rewind,

remember to count the current program as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two before the song you are listening to, push this button until “REW

3” appears on the display.

When the beginning of the tape is reached, the player automatically resumes normal play.

There must be at least 5 seconds of blank space between programs for this feature to work correctly.

“RPT” or “Automatic program selection” features: These features may not work well with some spoken word, live or classical recordings.

222

AUDIO

Compact disc player operation

(a) Inserting or ejecting compact discs

The ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Your changer can store up to 6 discs.

21x513

 Setting a single compact disc alone:

1. Push the “LOAD” button briefly.

The umber indicators at both ends of the slot start blinking and “WAIT” appears on the display. After the umber blinking indicators changes to green, and the “WAIT” changes to the “LOAD”, the CD door opens.

2. Insert only one disc while the CD door is open.

You can set a disc at the lowest empty disc number. After insertion, the set disc is automatically loaded.

If the label faces down, the disc cannot be played. In this case, “ERROR1” and disc number appear on the display.

If you need to insert the next disc, repeat the same procedure to insert another disc.

 Setting all the discs:

1. Push the “LOAD” button until you hear a beep.

2. Insert only one disc while the CD door is open.

The CD door closes and “WAIT” appears again.

3. Insert the next disc after the “WAIT” changes to the “LOAD” and the CD door opens.

4. Repeat this procedure until you insert all the discs.

To cancel the operation, push the “LOAD” or “DISC” button. If you do not insert the discs within 15 seconds after pushing

the “LOAD” button and “LOAD” is displayed, the operation will be canceled automatically.

NOTICE

Do not insert one disc stacked on top of another one or feed them in continuously, to prevent discs from getting stuck in the player.

223

AUDIO

21X563

 Ejecting a single disc alone:

1. Push the button under the “ display to display the disc number you want to eject.

2. Push the “EJECT” button briefly.

At this time, the display shows “EJECT” and the indicators at both ends of the slot as well as disc number light up.

 Ejecting all the discs: Push the “EJECT” button until you hear a beep.

However, if you accidentally pushed the “EJECT” button, push the “DISC” or “LOAD” button to insert the disc again.

Do not push in the disc which is being ejected forcibly.

” or “ ” signal on the

(b) Playing a compact disc

22X614

Push the “DISC” button if the discs are already loaded in the player.

“CD” appears on the display. The discs set in the player are played continuously, starting

with the last disc you inserted. The disc number of the disc currently being played, the track number and the time from the beginning of the program appear on the display.

When play of one disc ends, the first track of the following disc starts. When play of the final disc ends, play of the first disc starts again.

The player will skip any empty disc number.

224

AUDIO

21X565

Push the “ ” or “ ”button to select the disc number.

Push the button several times until the desired disc number appears on the display. When you release the button, the player will start playing the selected disc from the first track.

(d) Searching for a desired track or disc

21X566

Searching for a desired track:

Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “ display . The compact disc player will play the next track for 10 seconds, then scan again. To select a track, push the “SCAN” button a second time. If the player reaches the end of the disc, it will continue scanning at track 1.

After all the tracks are scanned in one pass, normal play resumes.

Searching for a desired disc:

Push the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. With “ on the display, the program at the beginning of each disc will be played for 10 seconds. To continue listening to the program of your choice, push the “SCAN” button a second time.

After all the discs in the player are scanned in one pass, the scan function is cancelled.

” will appear on the

”

225

AUDIO

(e) Selecting a desired track

21X567a

“TRACK” button: Use for direct access to a desired track. Push either side of the “TRACK” button several times until the

desired track number appears on the display . As you release the button, the player will start playing the selected track from the beginning.

“Fast forward” button.

Push the “” button and hold it to fast forward the disc. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing from that position.

“Reverse” button.

Push the “” button and hold it to reverse the disc. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing.

(f) Repeating a track or a disc

21X568

“RPT” button: There are 2 repeat features — you can either replay a disc track or a whole compact disc.

Repeating a track: Push the “ track is playing. “ ” will appear on the display . When the

track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

Repeating a disc: Push the “ beep. “ ” will appear on the display. The player will

repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

” button briefly while the

” button until you hear a

226

AUDIO

(g) Random playing

21X569

“RAND” button: There are 2 random features — you can either listen to the tracks on all the compact discs in the player in random order, or only listen to the tracks on a specific compact disc in random order.

Random playin g f o r the tracks on a disc: Push the “ button briefly. “ ” will appear on the display and play

the disc you are listening to in random order. Random playing for all the tacks in the magazine: Push the

” button until you hear a beep. “ ” will appear

“ on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push “

When a track is skipped or the system is inoperative, push the button to reset.

” a second time.

(h) Compact disc text

21x586

When you push the “TEXT” button while the compact disc with compact disc text display function (the logo “CD TEXT” marked on the CD) is being played, the track number, elapsed time, compact disc title and then track

”

title appear on the display.

When you push this button if the compact disc does not have a text display function, “NO TITLE” appears on the display.

The display can show up to 12 letters at once. If the CD title or music title is longer than 12 letters, hold down the button for longer than 1 second. The letters after the 12th one are shown. However, 24 letters at maximum can be shown on the display.

When you push this button for longer than 1 second or play no operation for about 6 seconds with the letters after the 13th one on the display, the display returns and shows the first 12 letters.

Even if the CD title or music title is longer than 24 letters, the display can show up to 24 letters.

227

AUDIO

(i) If the player malfunctions

If the player or another unit equipped with the play er malfunctions, your audio system will display one of the four following error messages.

If “WAIT” appears on the display: It indicates that th e in si de of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambient temperature. Remove the disc from the player and allow the player to cool down.

If “ERROR 1” appears on the display: It indicates that the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was inserted upside down. Clean the disc or insert it correctly.

If “ERROR 3” or “ERROR 4” appears on the display: It indicates there is trouble inside the system. Eject the disc.

If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

Audio remote controls (steering switches)

21x570

The switches are installed on the left side of the steering wheel. “MODE” switch: Use this switch to change the mode. If a tape

or compact disc is not inserted, the “TAPE” or “CD” mode is skipped. When you push the switch with the audio system turned off, the audio system turns on.

” switches: Use these switches to adjust the volume.

“

Push “+” to increase the volume and “–” to decrease the volume. The volume continues to increase or decrease while the switch is being pressed.

228

AUDIO

(a) When the radio mode is selected

”

“

select a station.  To select a preset station, push the switch briefly. Do this

again to select the next preset station.

 To seek a station, push and hold the switch until you hear

a beep. Do this again to find the next station. If you push the switch on either side of the

seek mode, seeking will be cancelled.

 To step up or down the frequency, push and hold the switch

even after you hear a beep. When you release from the switch, the radio will begin seeking up or down for a station.

Do this again to find the next station.

(b) When the “TAPE” mode is selected

“

”

rewind the tape or for automatic program selection.  Push this switch until you hear a beep to fast forward or

rewind the tape. To stop fast forwarding or rewinding, push

the same side on the switch until you hear a beep.

 Push this switch briefly for automatic program selection.

When automatically selecting a program, you can skip up to 9 programs at a time. For details, see page 222 for details.

switch: Push this switch for seek tuning or to

”“

“

”

switch: Push this switch to fast forward or

”“

during the

”“

“

”

or disc.

 Push this switch briefly to select a desired track.  To select a desired disc, push and hold this switch until the

desired number of the disc appears and you hear a beep.

switch: Use this switch to select a desired track

”“

CAUTION

Operate the switches with due care while you are driving to avoid accidents.

229

AUDIO

Rear seat audio system

In the rear seat, you can enjoy a different mode from the one used on the front audio system, using headphones.

21x571a

(a) Turning the system on and off “ON/SOURCE” butto n : Use this button to turn the system o n

when the system is off. When the system is turned on, the mode changes by pushing this button.

“OFF” button: Use this button to turn off the system. “Volume adjusting” knob: Use this knob to adjust the

volume.

(b) When the radio mode is selected “

on the preset button of the front audio system. Each push of the button changes to the station with higher numbered preset button.

“

seek tuning.

 Push this button briefly. Each time you push the button, the

 Push this button and hold it until you hear a beep. The radio

will begin seeking up or down for a station, and will stop on reception. Each time you push the button, the stations will

of a cassette tape.

“

forward or backward to locate the song you want to hear. For details, see “Automatic program selection” on page 221.

” button: Push this button to select a station preset

TUNE

radio will step up or down to another frequency.

be searched out one after another.

PROG

TRACK

” button: Push this button for manual tuning or

” button: Push this button to select the other side

” button: Push the left or right side to skip

230

AUDIO

(d) When the “CD” or “DVD” mode is selected “

DISC

“

TRACK

track or push this button and hold it to fast forward or reverse.

(e) Some basics

This system cannot be used if the audio system is not turned on.

You cannot select “AM” or “FM” mode in the rear seat if the “FM” or “AM” mode is used on the front seats side.

If you select the same mode as the front seats side, operating the controller will affect the mode on the front seats side.

” Use this button to search a desired disc.

” button: Use this button to search a desired

CAUTION

This system is not designed for a driver. So, the driver should not use this system while driving.

Car audio system operating hints

NOTICE

To ensure correct audio system operations:



Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system.



Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or compact discs into the cassette tape slot or compact disc slot.



The use of a cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction.

231

AUDIO

Radio reception

Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with your radio - it is just the normal result of conditions outside the vehicle.

For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range. The farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves.

Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem with your radio:

FM Fading and drifting stations - Generally, the effective range

of FM is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and drifting, which increase with the distance from the radio transmitter. They are often accompanied by distortion.

Multi-path - FM signals are reflective, making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cancel each other out, causing a momentary flutter or loss of reception.

Static and fluttering - These occur when signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may reduce static and fluttering.

Station swapping - If the FM signal you are listening to is interrupted or weakened, and there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the original signal can be picked up again.

AM Fading - AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper

atmosphere - especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio station, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak.

Station interference - When a reflected signal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, they can interfere with each other, making it di fficult to hear the broadcast.

Static - AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electrical motors. This results in static.

232

AUDIO

Caring for your cassette player and tapes

For the best performance for your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly.  A dirty tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality

and tangle your cassette tapes. The easiest way to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is

recommended.) Use high-quality cassettes:  Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems,

including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant auto- reversing. They can also get stuck or

tangled in the cassette player.  Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or

if its label is peeling off.  Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening

to it, especially if it is hot outside.

 Store cassettes in their cases and out of direct sunlight.  Avoid using cassettes with a total playing time longer than

100 minutes (50 minutes per side). The tape used in these cassettes is thin and could get stuck or tangled in the

cassette player.

Caring for your compact disc player and discs

 Your compact disc player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7

in.) discs only.

 Extremely high temperature can keep your compact disc

player from working. On hot days, use air conditioning to

cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.

 Bumpy roads or other vibrations may make your compact

disc player skip.

 If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not

hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player

and wait until it dries.

CAUTION

Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazardous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly.

233

AUDIO

20L037

 Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The

following products may not be playable on your compact

disc player. Copy-protected CD

CD-R (CD-Recordable) CD-RW (CD-Re-writable) CD-ROM

234

22sv01



Special shaped discs

22sv02



Low quality discs

AUDIO

22sv03



Labeled discs

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the player or changer , do not use special shaped, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations.

20L038



Correct

 Handle compact discs carefully, especially when you set

them into the magazine. Hold them on the edge and do not bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly

on the shiny side.

 Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage

could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a

track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)



Wrong

235

AUDIO

20L039

To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been dampened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in a circle). Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti-static device.

236

SECTION 3 –

STARTING AND DRIVING

Driving tips

Off-road vehicle precautions 284. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Break-in period 285. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation in foreign countries 285. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for driving in various conditionss 286. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Off-road driving precautions 287. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Winter driving tips 289. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dinghy towing 291. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer towing 291. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer 301. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle load limits 302. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cargo and luggage 303. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

283

DRIVING TIPS

OFF-ROAD VEHICLE

PRECAUTIONS

32X001c

This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of off- road applications. Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to rollover. And, utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems. It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars designed to perform satisfactorily under off- road conditions. Therefore, sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover.

CAUTION

Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle:

 In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is

significantly more l i k e l y t o d i e t han a person wearing a seat belt. Therefore, the driver and all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving.

 Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, if at all

possible. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury.

 Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make

the center of the vehicle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly.

 Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. Because of

its profile and higher center of gravity, your vehicle is more sensitive to side winds than an ordinary passenger car. Slowing down will allow you to have better control.

284

+ 418 hidden pages