turn Lexus GX470 2003 Electrical Components / LEXUS 2003 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60979U)

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Video CD/audio CD/CD text player operation
(a) Selecting the disc menu number (video CD only)
 1 Controller button 2 Screen switch
Push the “SEARCH” button on the controller or the “Sel.
Number” switch on the screen, and the disc menu number
search screen will appear.
Enter the disc menu number by using the “ −”, “+” and “+10”
switches and push the “Enter” switch. The player starts playing
the disc from the entered disc menu number. The entered disc
menu number will appear on the screen.
Push the “Back” switch to return to the menu screen.
Move up and down the switches by pushing the “Shift keys” on
the screen.

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”, “
”, “ ” and “ ” switches
 1 Controller button 2 Screen switch
“
” switch: Push this switch to pause the disc.
“  ” switch: Push this switch to cancel the pause and return
to normal playing.
“  ” and “ ” switches: Push this switch to fast forward
or reverse. If you want to return to the beginning of the current
track, release the switch.
Video CD only: Push the “ ” switch/button while pausing,
the DVD video plays the slow −motion video replay. (c) Turning on the disc menu (video CD only)

1 Controller button 2 Screen switch
Push the “RETURN” button on the controller or the
“Return” switch on the screen to turn on the menu screen
for the disc.
For the operation of the menu screen, see the manual for the
video CD.

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When playing a disc, push the “DVD” button on the
controller. The control screen will appear on the screen.
CD text only
− The disc title and track title will appear on the
screen when pushing the “DVD” button.
Details of the specific switches, controls and features are
described below.
“PICTURE” switch (video CD only): Push the “PICTURE”
switch to turn off the control screen and return to the picture
previously displayed.
“RPT” switch (audio CD and CD text): Push the “RPT”
switch while the track is playing. When the track ends, it will
automatically replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this
switch again.
“RAND” switch (audio CD and CD text): Push the “RAND”
switch. The player will play the tracks on the disc in random
order. To turn off the random feature, push this switch again.
“SCAN” switch (audio CD and CD text): Push the “SCAN”
switch. The player will scan all the tracks on the disc. To stop
scanning, push this switch again. When the player has
scanned all the tracks on the disc, it will stop scanning.
“
” and “” switches: Push the “” or “” switch
to fast forward or reverse the disc. When you push the switch
again, the DVD player will resume playing. (h) Error messages
If the player malfunctions, your audio system will display one
of the three following error messages.
If “DISC CHECK” appears on the screen: It indicates that
the disc is dirty, damaged or it was inserted upside down.
Clean the disc or insert it correctly.
If “REGION CODE ERROR” appears on the screen: It
indicates that the DVD region code is not set properly.
If “DVD ERROR” appe
ars on the screen: There is a problem
inside the player. Eject the disc. Set the disc again.
If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Lexus
dealer.

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Screen adjustment
You can adjust the color, contrast, tone and brightness of
the screen.
Push the “DISPLAY” button on the controller ( 1 ) and
then the “Display” screen ( 2 ) will appear.
The screen may turn purple to deflect the sunlight. This is not
a malfunction.
Each time you push the “+” or “ −” switch, you can adjust the
color, contrast, tone and brightness of the screen.
+ or RED− or GREEN
COLORStrengthens the
red colorStrengthens the
green color
CONTRASTStrengthens the
contrastWeakens the
contrast
TONEStrengthens the
toneWeakens the tone
BRIGHTNESSBrightensDarkens
After adjusting the screen, push the “OK” switch to return to the
previous screen.

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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 circuit.
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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Headphone input jacks
To use the jack, push the lid.
You can enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with
commercial headphones.
To use the headphones, connect them to the jack.
The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
To adjust the volume of the headphones, turn the knob.
Turn right to increase the volume. Turn left to decrease the
volume.
The maximum volume depends on the type of headphones.
The recommended headphone impedance is from 16 Ω to 32
Ω .
Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Wireless headphone: You can also enjoy the rear seat
entertainment system with a wireless headphone. For details,
ask your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
Adjust the volume when you connect the headphones
to the jack. Loud sounds may have a significant impact
on the human body.

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THREEWAY CATALYTICCONVERTERS
Threeway catalytic converters are emission control
devices installed in the exhaust system.
The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas.
CAUTION
Keep people and combustible materials away from
the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The
exhaust gas is very hot.
 Do not drive, idle or park your vehicle over anything
that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or
rags.
NOTICE
A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the
threeway catalytic converter may cause it to overheat
and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other
damage, observe the following precautions:
 Use only unleaded gasoline.
 Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running
out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, creating
an excessive load on the threeway catalytic
converter.
 Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more
than 20 minutes.
 Avoid racing the engine.
 Do not pushstart or pullstart your vehicle.
 Do not turn off the ignition while the vehicle is
moving.
 Keep your engine in good running order.
Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electric
ignition system or fuel system could cause an
extremely high threeway catalytic converter
temperature.
 If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls
frequently, take your vehicle in for a checkup as
soon as possible. Remember, your Lexus dealer
knows your vehicle and its threeway catalytic
converter system best.

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To allow proper operation of your vehicle’s
ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the
windshield clear of snow, leaves, or other
obstructions.
 If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with
the windows open and the back door closed. Have
the cause immediately located and corrected.BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height
and steering wheel angle.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all doors.
5. Fasten seat belts.
Remember to check that the service reminder indicators
function when turning the key to “ON”, and check the fuel
gauge to see that you have sufficient fuel.

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IGNITION SWITCH WITH STEERINGLOCK
“START” Starter motor on. The key will return to the
“ON” position when released.
For starting tips, see page 302.
It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the tachometer, fuel
gauge or engine coolant temperature gauge returns to the
bottom position when the ignition switch is turned to the
“START” position.
“ON” Engine on and all accessories on.
This is the normal driving position.
It is not malfunction even if the needle on the speedometer may
move when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
NOTICE
Do not leave the key in the “ON” position if the engine
is not running. The battery will discharge and the
electronic ignition system could be damaged.
“ACC” Accessories such as the radio operate, but the
engine is off.
If you leave the key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and open
the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key.

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“LOCK” Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked.
The ignition key can be removed only at this position.
To turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position, you must
put the transmission selector lever in the “P” position.
Once you remove the key, the engine immobiliser system is
automatically set. See “Engine immobiliser system” on page
12.
When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the
“LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all
the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while
turning the key gently.
If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the
vehicle is moving, turn the key only to “ACC”.
PARKING BRAKE
To set: Pull up the lever. For better holding power, first
depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the
parking brake.
To release: Pull up the lever slightly (
1 ), press the lock
release button ( 2 ), and lower the lever ( 3 ).
Before leaving your vehicle, firmly apply the parking brake. For
better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it
while setting the parking brake.
CAUTION
Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully
released and that the parking brake reminder light is off.