wheel Lexus GX470 2005 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / LEXUS 2005 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60B11U)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain
aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and
maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing
data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data
in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event
Data Recorder (EDR).
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a
crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some
or all of the following information:

Engine speed

Whether the brake pedal was applied or not

Vehicle speed

To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed

Position of the transmission selector lever

Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts
or not

Driver's seat position

Front passenger's occupant classification

SRS airbag deployment data

SRS airbag system diagnostic data If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC)
system,
its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another
EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include
activating the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record
certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of
the following information:

Behavior of the vehicle

Steering wheel angle

Vehicle speed

To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed

To what extent the brake pedal was applied

To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4
wheels

Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose
of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data
recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as
conversation between passengers.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this
page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please
read this page and the rest of the Owner's Manual
carefully to make sure you fully understand the operation
of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy
reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION Ð QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily
understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 Ð INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The vehicle's equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed
below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points
you should pay particular attention to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment
5. Exterior equipment
6. Occupant restraint systems
7. Steering wheel and mirrors
SECTION 2 Ð AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are
explained in detail. Be sure to read this Section so that you can
make full use of them.
SECTION 3 Ð STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features
affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe
driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything
in this Section, and remember Ð drive safely!

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Driving position memory switches225
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 24
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 232 . . . . . .
6Side vents 256
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 33, 36, 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switches 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 256
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Audio system 264
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Multi±information display 75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls 243
. . . . . . . . . .
14Rear window defogger switch 45
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 65 . . . . . .
16ªAIRBAG ONº and ªAIRBAG OFFº
indicator lights 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Glove box 96
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Ashtray 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
19Cigarette lighter 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Seat heater switches 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
21Four±wheel drive control lever
411
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic transmission selector lever 403 . . . . . . . .
23Parking brake lever 400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock switch 411
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Power outlet (12 VDC) 93
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control switch 436
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 429 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Rear height control air suspension
switches 422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Ignition switch 398
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30ª2nd STRTº (second start) switch 411
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 455 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Cruise control switch 419
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Audio remote control switches 285
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Instrument panel light control dial 86
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Hood lock release lever 112
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37ªRSCA OFFº (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 47 . . . . . . .
39Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 95
. . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Driving position memory switches225
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 24
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 232 . . . . . .
6Side vents 256
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 33, 36, 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switches 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 256
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Rear view monitor/navigation system display
including air conditioning controls and audio
system(For the navigation system, see the separate ªNavigation System Owner's Manualº.) 415 . . . . . . .
12Multi±information display 75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
ªNavigation System Owner's Manualº.
14Rear window defogger switch 45
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 65 . . . . . .
16ªAIRBAG ONº and ªAIRBAG OFFº
indicator lights 194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Glove box 96
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Audio system 264
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Ashtray 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
20Cigarette lighter 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
21Seat heater switches
53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Four±wheel drive control lever 411
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Automatic transmission selector lever 403 . . . . . . . .
24Parking brake lever 400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Center differential lock switch 411
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Power outlet (12 VDC) 93
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Downhill assist control switch 436
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 429 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Rear height control air suspension
switches 422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Ignition switch 398
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31ª2nd STRTº (second start) switch 411
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 455 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Cruise control switch 419
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Speech command switch
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
ªNavigation System Owner's Manualº.
35Audio remote control switches 285
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Instrument panel light control dial 86
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37Hood lock release lever 112
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38Fuel filler door opener 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39ªRSCA OFFº (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 47 . . . . . . .
41Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 95
. . . . . . . . . . . .

PICTORIAL INDEX
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SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL
Page
1Tilt and telescopic steering control switch 230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Seat position, seat cushion
angle and height control switch 128, 129 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Seatback angle control
switch 129 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Lumbar support control
switch 130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

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PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW
Page
1Rear window defogger45
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Back door 27
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Fuel filler door 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Moon roof 116
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Windshield wiper and
washer 37, 618 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Outside rear view mirror 231 . . . . . . . .
7Side door 22
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Tire and wheel 574
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlights 33, 619
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Hood 112
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

BASIC OPERATION
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QUICK REFERENCE
Quick reference
Driver's seat2
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel 2
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission 3
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight and turn signal switch 4
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiper and washer switch 5
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat position
Head restraint angle
Head restraint height Lumbar supportSeatback angle
Seat cushion height
Seat cushion angle


TILT STEERING WHEEL

TELESCOPIC STEERING WHEEL
To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle, push
the control switch in the required direction and release the
button when the steering wheel reaches the desired angle.
To move the steering wheel to the desired position, push the
control switch away from you or pull it toward you until the
steering wheel reaches the desired position.
BPY0 20
(7.2/5.5)
BPY0 21
(7.2/59.5)
QUICK REFERENCE
2
1. DRIVER'S SEAT 2. STEERING WHEEL

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORSAND WARNING BUZZERS
IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...DO THIS.
(a)or
(Indicator and buzzer)If parking brake is off,
stop immediately and
contact Lexus dealer.
(b)
(Indicator and buzzer)
Fasten driver's seat
belt.
(c)Fasten front
passenger's seat belt.
(d)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer immediately.
(e)orTake vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
IF THIS INDICATOR OR BUZZER COMES ON...DO THIS.
(f)or
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
If brake system
warning light is also
on, stop immediately
and contact Lexus
dealer.
(g)Close all side doors
and back door.
(h)Shift four±wheel drive
control out of ªNº.
(i)Stop and check.
(j)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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At this time, vibration may occur. However, if you depress the
accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system
is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is
turned to ªACCº or ªLOCKº position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erroneous pedal
operation.
Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the
malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Lexus
dealer to check your vehicle's emission control system and
OBD (On±Board Diagnostics) system before taking your
vehicle for the inspection.
For details, see ªEmissions inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programsº on page 532.
(f) ªABSº Warning Light
The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ªONº
position. If the anti±lock brake system and the brake assist
system work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds.
Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light
comes on again.
When the ªABSº warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the following systems do not operate, but
the brake system still operates conventionally.

Anti±lock brake system
 Brake assist system
 Active traction control system
 Vehicle stability control system
 Downhill assist control system
 Hill±start assist control
When the ªABSº warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the anti±lock brake system does not
operate, so that the wheels will lock up during a sudden braking
or braking on slippery road surfaces.