window Lexus GX470 2003 Basic Functions / LEXUS 2003 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60979U)

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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Driving position memory switches
171
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2Power window switches 33
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3Power door lock switch 20
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4Window lock switch 34
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5Power rear view mirror control switches 116 . . . . . . .
6Side vents 189
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7Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch 24 . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switch 27
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9Center vents 189
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10Emergency flasher switch 36
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11Car audio 195
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12Multiinformation display 53
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13Automatic air conditioning controls 179
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14Rear window defogger switch 31
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15Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 46 . . . . . .
16Glove box 70
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17Ashtray 66
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18Cigarette lighter 66
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19Seat heater switches 37
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20Fourwheel drive control lever
309
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21Automatic transmission selector lever 303 . . . . . . . .
22Parking brake lever 301
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23Center differential lock switch 309
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24Power outlet (12 VDC) 68
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25Downhill assist control switch 326
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26Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 320 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Rear height control air suspension
switches 315. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Ignition switch 300
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29“2nd STRT” switch 309
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30Cruise control switch 312
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31Steering pad switches 214
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32Hood lock release lever 83
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33Fuel filler door opener 84
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34Instrument panel light control dial 60
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35Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 32 . . . . . . .
36Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 68
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW
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1Rear window defogger31
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2Back door 21
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3Fuel filler door 84
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4Moon roof 86
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5Wiper and washer 27, 454
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6Outside rear view mirror 115 . . . . . . . .
7Side door 18
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8Tire and wheel 432
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9Headlights 24, 455
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10Hood 83
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For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each section.

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KEYS AND DOORS
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Sounding an alarm*
When you push the “P ANIC” button for about 1 second, an
alarm sounds to deter any person trying to break into or
damage your vehicle.
If you want to stop the alarm, push any button.
This function does not work when the ignition key is in the “ON”
position.
NOTE:
*The alarm can be set not to sound.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Operating the windows and moon roof
The windows and moon roof can be opened using a
wireless key from outside the vehicle.*NOTE:
*The windows and moon roof can be set inoperative.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Push the “UNLOCK” button until the windows and moon roof
start to move. A beep sounds just before opening. When you
release the button, the windows and moon roof stop opening.
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.

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SECTION 1 – 2
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Switches
Headlight switch24
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Headlight dimmer and turn signal switch 25
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Fog light switch 26
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Windshield wiper and washer switch 27
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Rear window wiper and washer switch 30
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Rear window defogger switch 31
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Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 32
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Power window switches 33
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Emergency flasher switch 36
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Seat heater switches 37
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SWITCHES
30To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the “OFF” position, the wipers will
automatically make 3 wipes and then a single wipe later to
sweep the windshield completely.* The interval between the
3 wipes and the last wipe will depend on the vehicle speed. The
last sweep does not happen if the vehicle speed exceeds about
170 km/h (106 mph).
NOTE:
*The last single wipe can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly
empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see “Adding
washer fluid” on page 454.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before
using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could
block your vision.
NOTICE
Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may
scratch the glass.
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
 1 Washer on during wiping

2 Washer on
To turn the wipers on, twist the knob at the end of the lever.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
There are 2 settings:
“INT” position: Intermittent operation
“ON” position: Low speed operation
If you stop the vehicle with the rear window wiper switch in the
“ON” position, the wiper speed automatically changes from low
speed to intermittent operation speed.
To make the washer squirt, twist the knob downward to
position 2.

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SWITCHES
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To make the washer squirt while operating in “ON”
position, twist the knob upward to position 1.
The knob automatically returns from these positions after you
release it.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly
empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see “Adding
washer fluid” on page 454.
NOTICE
Do not operate the rear window wiper if the rear window
is dry. It may scratch the glass.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
SWITCH
 Vehicles with navigation system
 Vehicles without navigation system

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SWITCHES
32To turn the electric rear window defogger on, push the
switch.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will
quickly clear the surface. An indicator light will illuminate to
indicate the defogger is operating.
The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has
operated about 15 minutes.
If further defrosting or defogging is desired, simply actuate the
switch again. When the
surface has cleared, push the switch
once again to turn the defogger of f. Continuous use may cause
the battery to discharge, especially during stop −and−go
driving. The defogger is not designed to dry rain water or to
melt snow.
NOTICE
 When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or
connectors.
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn
the switch off when the engine is not running.
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
DEFOGGER SWITCH
To turn the electric outside rear view mirror defogger on,
push the switch.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
The thin heater wires on the heater panels in the outside rear
view mirrors will quickly clear the surface. Keep your hands off
the mirror faces when the switch is on. An indicator light will
illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating.
The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has
operated about 5 minutes.

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SWITCHES
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CAUTION
Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them
when the switch is on.
If further defrosting or defogging is desired, simply actuate the
switch again. When the surface has cleared, push the switch
once again to turn the defogger of f. Continuous use may cause
the battery to discharge, especially during stop −and−go
driving. The defogger is not designed to dry rain water or to
melt snow.
If the outside rear view mirrors are heavily coated with ice, use
a spray de −icer before operating the switch.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the
switch off when the engine is not running.
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES
 1 For driver’s window

2 For front passenger’s window

3 For left rear window

4 For right rear window
To raise or lower the windows, use the switch on each
door. The passengers’ windows can also be controlled by
the switches on the driver’s door.
The power windows work when the ignition key is in the “ON”
position.
Key off operation: Even if the ignition key is turned to the
“ACC” or “LOCK” position with all the doors closed, the window
can be operated until a front door is opened (or for 43 seconds).

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SWITCHES
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Operating the switches
To raise or lower the window, pull the switch halfway up or
push it halfway down.
Automatic operation: To fully raise or lower the window
automatically, pull the switch fully up or push it fully down.
To stop the window partway, lightly push or pull the switch in the
opposite direction and then release it.
Operating the window lock switch
 Indicator lights
With the window lock switch pressed in, only the driver’s
window can be raised or lowered.
The indicator lights on the switch tell you which of the switches
can be operated.

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SWITCHES
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Operating the windows from outside the
vehicle
The windows can be operated using an ignition key.*NOTE:
* This feature can be deactivate.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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Insert the ignition key into the key hole on the driver’s
door.
To close the windows: Turn the key in the locking direction
and hold it.
After the doors are locked, the windows begin to close. To stop
in the middle, return the key. To open the windows:
Turn the key in the unlocking direction
and hold it.
After the door is unlocked, the windows begin to open. To stop
in the middle, return the key.
The windows also can be opened using the wireless remote
control. For details, see page 15.
Jam protection function
During automatic raising operation or key off raising operation,
the window stops and is lowered if something gets caught
between the window and window frame.
If the window receives a strong impact, this function may work
even if nothing is caught.
If the battery is disconnected or run down
The power windows may not operate automatically and the jam
protection function will not function correctly after you
reconnect, replace or recharge the battery. At this time, the
indicator lights of the switches will flash. In any of these cases,
you should normalize the power windows.
To normalize the power windows:
1. Push down the power window switches of each door and
lower the windows halfway.
2. Pull up the switches until the windows close and hold the
switches for a second.
Make sure that the windows open and close automatically. If
the power windows cannot be operated properly, have it
checked by your Lexus dealer.

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