Lexus GS430 2006 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / LEXUS 2006 GS430/GS300 FROM JAN. 2005 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30649U)

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FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM
A microcomputer can memorize the position of the front
passenger seat. Three different seat position profiles can be
entered into the computer’s memory.
Recording a seat position in the computer’s memory can only
be done when the engine switch is selected in “IG −ON” mode
and the selector lever is in the ”P” position.
Setting the front passenger seat position
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1. Adjust the front passenger seat to the desired position.
2. While pushing the ”SET” button, push button ”1”,”2” or
“3” until the signal beeps. The beep sound means that the positions are recorded in the
computer’s memory.
By repeating these two steps
and pressing the remaining
button, the seat position for another passenger can be
recorded.
To set a new memorized position, select the desired position
and perform step 2. The previous memory will be erased and
the new position will be set.
To make only slight changes to an already memorized position,
the easiest way is to first activate the memorized position, then
make the desired changes and perform step 2 above.
Recalling the memorized position
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When you push button ”1”, ”2” or “3”, the seat positio\
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will be automatically adjusted to the position recorded for
that button.

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Conditions for memorized position activation

Engine switch in “IG−ON” mode and selector lever in ”P”
position, with the vehicle stopped.
 Engine switch in “OFF” mode and within 30 seconds of
opening front passenger’s door.
If any seat position memory switch is pushed while one of the
memorized seat position profiles is being activated, the
operation will stop.
To activate the system, push the desired button (“1”, “2” or \
“3”)
again.
The seat position memory control system cannot be operated
while the vehicle is moving.
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the computer’s
memory will be erased and the memorized positions will have
to be set again.
CAUTION
 Do not start the vehicle while the adjustments are
being made.
 Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat
could strike the rear passenger . If this happens, you
can stop the movement by pressing another driving
position memory switch.

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SECTION 1 – 7
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Steering wheel and mirrors
Tilt and telescopic steering column204
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Outside rear view mirrors 205
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Inside rear view mirror 209
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Vanity mirrors 214
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TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERINGCOLUMN
Adjustment of steering column tilt
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To adjust the tilt of the steering column, push the control
switch upward or downward to set it to the desired
position.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering column while the vehicle is
moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle
the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death
or serious injuries.
Adjustment of telescopic steering column
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To adjust the steering column length, push the control
switch forward or backward to set the steering wheel to
the desired position.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering column while the vehicle is
moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle
the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death
or serious injuries.

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Automatic tilt away*
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When the engine switch is off, the steering column moves
forward away from the driver and also tilts up for easy exit
and entry.
When you turn on the engine switch, the steering column
returns to the previously set position.
NOTE:
*This feature can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS
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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your
vehicle in the mirror.
Be careful when judging the size or distance of any object seen
in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger’s side
because it is a convex mirror. Any object seen in a convex
mirror will look smaller and farther away than if seen in a normal
flat mirror.
When the inside rear view mirror darkens in ”AUTO” mode, the
outside rear view mirrors also darken to reduce the reflection
of the headlights of the following vehicle. For details, see
”Inside rear view mirror” on page 209.
When you push the rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch, the heater panels in the outside rear view
mirrors will quickly clear the mirror surface. (See “Rear window
and outside rear view mirror defogger switch” on page 56.)

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CAUTION
Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the
vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death
or serious injuries.
 Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch
them when the rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch is on.
Power rear view mirror control
The power rear view mirror control switch is located in the
switch box.
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Master switch 2Control switch
Push the button to use the switch box. Push “L” (left
mirror) or “R” (right mirror) on the master switch and then
push the control switch on the desired side.
The indicator light of the switch you selected comes on when
you push “L” or “R”.
When you move the selector lever to “R” position with “L” or “\
R”
switch on, the rear view mirrors will be automatically adjusted
down to help backing up.
While the indicator light is on, the mirror can be adjusted.
When you push the same side again, the light goes out and the
mirror cannot be adjusted. After adjustment, be sure to close
the switch box to its original position.
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switch is in “ACC” or “IG−
ON” mode.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when not in
use while driving.
NOTICE
If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control
or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray deicer to free the
mirror.
Folding rear view mirrors
The power rear view mirror folding switch is located in the
switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box and then push the
folding switch.
The rear view mirrors are folded backward. When you push
the switch again, the mirrors will be extended to their original
position. After adjustment, be sure to close the switch box to
its original position.
The engine switch must be selected in “ACC” or “IG −ON”
mode.
The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in
compact areas.

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CAUTION
To avoid personal injury and any mirror malfunction,
do not touch the mirror while it is moving.
 Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both
the driver and passenger side rear view mirrors must
be extended and properly adjusted before driving.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when
not in use while driving.
Outer foot lights
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The outer foot lights illuminate the ground near the doors
for about 15 seconds to ensure safe footing for the driver
and passengers who are about to get in the vehicle.*
The outer foot lights come on in the following conditions:
You are getting closer to the vehicle carrying an electronic
key and you enter the effective range of the entry function
(about 1 m (3 ft) from each outside door handle).
 The doors are unlocked with the wireless remote control.
 The doors are unlocked with the power door lock switch on
the driver’s side.

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The outer foot lights go off 15 seconds after the lights come on
or when:

Pushing the lock switch on the outside door handle with an
electronic key in possession,
 the doors are locked with th e wireless remote control
function,
 the doors are locked by inserting a mechanical key into the
door keyhole,
 the doors are locked with the power door lock switch on the
driver’s side, or
 the selector lever is moved out of “P” position when the
engine switch is on.
NOTE:
* The outer foot lights illuminating time can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your
vehicle in the mirror.
Pushing the “AUTO” button changes the mode between
”AUTO” and ”DAY”.
The indicator comes on when the ”AUTO” mode is selected.
”DAY” mode: The mirror surface is normal.
”AUTO” mode: If the mirror detects light from the
headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface
darkens slightly to reduce the reflected light.
When the inside rear view mirror surface changes, the outside
rear view mirror surfaces will also become darker.
When the engine switch is selected in “IG −ON” mode, the
inside rear view mirror always turns on in the ”AUTO” mode.