instrument panel Lexus GX470 2003 Basic Functions / LEXUS 2003 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60A45U)

PICTORIAL INDEX
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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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 switches 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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BPY006
BPY004
Parking, tail, license plate,
side marker and instrument
panel lights turn on.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic light control Headlights also turn on.
High beam
Headlight flasher
Right or left turn
Lane change (Right or left)
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
QUICK REFERENCE
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4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH

SWITCHES
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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
To turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the lever.
FIRST CLICKSTOP: Only the parking, tail, license plate, side
marker and instrument panel lights turn on.
SECOND CLICKSTOP: Headlights also turn on.
THIRD CLICKSTOP (“AUTO”): The headlights and all other
lights automatically turn on depending on the darkness of the
surroundings. *
NOTE:
* The sensitivity of the automatic light control sensor can be
changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
When the headlights are on, the headlight indicator lights up in
the instrument cluster. With
the knob in the “AUTO” position, there may be a case
that the headlights do not turn on immediately, even when
the vehicle enters a dark place such as a tunnel or parking
lot according to lighting conditions. In this case, we
recommend you to twist the knob manually to the second
clickstop to turn on the headlights immediately.
When the headlight switch is turned to the first or second
clickstop, the brightness of the instrument cluster will be
reduced slightly unless the instrument panel light control dial
is turned fully up.
However, the brightness of the instrument cluster will not be
reduced in daytime even when the headlight switch is turned
to first or second clickstop.
The automatic light control sensor is on top of the driver’s side
instrument panel.
Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not
affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
Fuel gauge40
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Engine coolant temperature gauge 41
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Tachometer 42
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Odometer and trip meter 42
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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 43
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Multi−information display 53
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Instrument panel light control 60
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
54The multiinformation display provides various
information, including clock, outside temperature, and
your vehicle’s driving condition.
When the ignition switch is on, the last previously used mode
displayed just before the ignition switch is off will appear.
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the
multi−information display, the
display will automatically be set
to the initial mode.
When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness
of the display will be reduced.
You can adjust the brightness of the display. To adjust the
brightness, see “ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE
DISPLAY” below. ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE DISPLAY
The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To adjust the
brightness of
the display, push and hold the “MODE” button for
more than 2 seconds. “ILL” will appear on the display.
To increase the brightness − Push the “
” button.
To decrease the brightness − Push the “
” button.
You can adjust the brightness to 3 levels (when the tail lights
are off) or 6 levels (when the tail lights are on).
After adjusting, the display automatically return to the previous
display.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTCONTROL
To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
turn the dial.
With the dial turned fully up, the intensity of the instrument
panel lights will not be reduced when the headlight switch is on.

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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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 Main switch
To use the power outlet, push the main switch on the
instrument panel.
An indicator light will illuminate to indicate that the power outlet
is ready for use.
Push the main switch once again to turn the power outlet off.
When the power outlet is not in use, make sure that the main
switch is turned off.
NOTICE
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
use the power outlet longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
 Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is
not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the
appropriate plug that fits the outlet may cause
electrical failure or short circuits.
The power outlet is not designed for the following electric
appliances even though their power consumption is
under 115 VAC/100W. These appliances may not operate
properly.
Appliances with high initial peak wattage: Cathode−ray
tube type televisions, compressor −driven refrigerators,
electric pumps, electric tools, etc.
 Measuring devices which process precise data:
Medical equipment, measuring instruments, etc.
 Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power
supply: Microcomputer −controlled electric blankets, touch
sensor lamps, etc.
Certain electrical appliances may cause radio noise.

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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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LUGGAGE STOWAGEPRECAUTIONS
When stowing luggage or cargo in or on the vehicle,
observe the following:
Put luggage or cargo in the luggage compartment when at
all possible. Be sure all items are secured in place.
 Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as
far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.
 For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.
CAUTION
To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward
during braking, do not stack anything in the luggage
compartment higher than the seatbacks. Keep
luggage or packages low, as close to the floor as
possible.
 Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage
compartment. It is not designed for passengers.
They should ride in their seats with their seat belts
properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more
likely to suffer serious bodily injury, in the event of
sudden braking or a collision.
Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such
items may be thrown about and possibly injury
people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an
accident.
 Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument
panel. They may interfere with the driver’s field of
view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle
acceleration or turning, and impair the driver’s
control of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure
the vehicle occupants.
NOTICE
Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity
weight specified on the tire pressure label.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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HOOD
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly.
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and
securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open
unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.