Lexus GX470 2005 Pictorial Index / LEXUS 2005 GX470 (OM60B11U) Repair Manual

SWITCHES
40Twist
the automatic control adjuster in the ª±º direction to
lower the sensitivity, and the ª+º direction to boost the
sensitivity.
The sensor is on the inside of the windshield as shown above. Even if the wiper lever is in the ªAUTOº position, the system will
switch to variable intermittent operations in the following
conditions:

When the windshield gets extremely cold (at less than
±10 C or 14 F)
 When the system malfunctions
However, when the windshield gets extremely hot (at more
than 90C or 194F), the wipers do not operate even if the
wiper lever is in the ªAUTOº position.
When the ignition switch is turned off with the wiper lever in the
ªAUTOº position, and then the ignition switch is turned on
again, the automatic operation may not work even if raindrops
are on the windshield.
In this case, move the lever to another position and return it to
the ªAUTOº position again.
If you stop the vehicle with the wiper switch in the ªLOº position,
the wiper speed automatically changes from low speed to
intermittent operation speed.* This function does not work
when the automatic control adjuster is in the ª+º position.
NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

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CAUTION
Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the
wipers and windshield.
When the wiper lever is in the ªAUTOº position with the
ignition switch on, the wipers could operate
automatically in the following cases:
 If you touch the upper center of the windshield
adjacent to the sensor.
 If you wipe the upper center of the windshield
(adjacent to which the sensor is located) with a towel.
 If the windshield vibrates.
 If you touch the sensor.
NOTICE
Do not apply detergent to or wet the automatic wiper
control sensor when cleaning the inside of thewindshield.

SWITCHES
42To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the ªOFFº 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 ªAdding
washer fluidº on page 618.
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 mayscratch the glass.

SWITCHES
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REAR WINDOW WIPER ANDWASHER SWITCH

1Washer on during wiping
2Washer on
To turn the wipers on, twist the knob at the end of the lever.
The ignition key must be in the ªONº position.
There are 2 settings:
ªLOº position: Intermittent operation
ªHIº position: Low speed operation
If you stop the vehicle with the rear window wiper switch in the
ªHIº 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.
Also, the wipers will automatically operate a couple of times
after the washer squirts even with the lever in the ªOFFª
position.
To make the washer squirt while operating in ªONº
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 ªAdding
washer fluidº on page 618.

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NOTICE
Do not operate the rear window wiper if the rear windowis dry. It may scratch the glass.

SWITCHES
45
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERSWITCH

Vehicles without navigation system

Vehicles with navigation system
To turn the electric rear window defogger on, push the
switch.
The ignition key must be in the ªONº 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 off. 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.

SWITCHES
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NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, becareful not to scratch or damage the heater wires orconnectors.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, turnthe switch off when the engine is not running.

SWITCHES
47
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORDEFOGGER SWITCH
To turn the electric outside rear view mirror defogger on,
push the switch.
The ignition key must be in the ªONº 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.
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 off. 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.

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POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

1For driver's window
2For front passenger's window
3For left rear window
4For 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 ªONº
position.
Key off operation: Even if the ignition key is turned to the
ªACCº or ªLOCKº position with all the doors closed, the window
can be operated until a front door is opened (or for 43 seconds).
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.

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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.
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.

Close
Open
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.