Lexus GS430 2006 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / LEXUS 2006 GS430/GS300 FROM JAN. 2005 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30649U)

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CAUTION
Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor
carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the
movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an
accident.
REAR ELECTRIC SUNSHADE
The rear electric sunshade switch is located in the switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box and then push the
rear electric sunshade switch.
The rear electric sunshade will be raised. To lower the shade,
push the switch again.
The sunshade works when the engine switch is selected in
“IG−ON” mode.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.
When the selector lever is shifted into the “R” position
while the sunshade is raised, the sunshade will be
automatically lowered.

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To raise the sunshade again, perform any of the following
operations:

Shift the selector lever into the “P” position.
 Push the switch again.
 Move the selector lever out of “R” position and drive your
vehicle over 15 km/h (9 mph).
Retained accessory power: Even after the engine switch is
turned off, the sunshade can be operated for about 60
seconds.
CAUTION
 Do not touch the brackets fastening the shade to
avoid injuring your fingers or hands.
 Do not put your fingers in the shade groove while the
shade is operating to avoid getting them caught or
injured by the runner.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when
not in use while driving.
NOTICE
To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged,
always operate the shade while the engine is running.
 Observe the following to avoid damage and/or
malfunction:
Do not overload the shade motor and other parts
(for instance by pushing down on the sunshade
bracket while it is opening).
Do not place anything where it may hinder the
opening/closing of the shade.
Do not affix anything to the shade.
Clean the shade groove if there is any foreign
matter or dust on it.
Do not operate the rear electric sunshade
repeatedly for a long time as its motor may
overheat.

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TIEDOWN HOOKS
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To secure your luggage, use the tiedown hooks as
shown above.
See “Cargo and luggage” on page 457 for precautions when
loading luggage.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, keep the tiedown hooks
stored under the carpet when not in use.
FIRSTAID KIT HOLDER
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 1To loosen 2To tighten
This belt is designed to hold the firstaid kit.
To loosen: Pull the buckle forward.
To tighten: Pull on the belt.
Make sure the first− aid kit is securely held.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Exterior equipment
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Moon roof 132
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HOOD
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1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever
under the instrument panel. The hood will spring up
slightly.
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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.

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TRUNK LID
The trunk lid can be unlocked by any of the following
ways:
Using a trunk lid opener
 Using a mechanical key
 Using a trunk button (with the entry function)
 Wireless remote control
The explanation about how to unlock the trunk lid using a
mechanical key and trunk lid opener is made here. For the use
of trunk button and wireless remote control, see “Smart access
system with push −button start” on page 10 and “Wireless
remote control” on page 31.
Using a trunk lid opener
The trunk lid opener switch is located in the switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box and then push the
trunk lid opener switch for about 1 second.
Open the trunk lid. After operation, be sure to close the switch
box to its original position.
To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After
closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely
closed.

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CAUTION
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. This not only
keeps the luggage from being thrown out, but also
prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
 Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep
away the vehicle keys out of children’s reach.
 Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Un
supervised children may lock themselves in the
vehicles or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when
not in use while driving.
Trunk lid opener main switch
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Main switch 2Operative 3Inoperative
If you do not want to activate the trunk lid opener system,
turn off the main switch in the glove box. To turn it on,
push in the main switch.

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Using a mechanical key
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To unlock the trunk lid, insert the mechanical key and turn
it clockwise.
To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After
closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely
closed.
CAUTION
 Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. This not only
keeps the luggage from being thrown out, but also
prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
 Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep
away the vehicle keys out of children’s reach.
 Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Un
supervised children may lock themselves in the
vehicles or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
Trunk lid closer
If the trunk lid is closed but does not latch shut, it
automatically closes completely.
CAUTION
Pay careful attention not to get your fingers trapped
as the trunk lid automatically closes when the trunk
has not been fully closed.
 Never allow a child to operate the trunk lid.
NOTICE
Do not apply excessive force when the trunk lid closer
is operating. Doing so may damage the trunk lid closer.
Also, be careful not to leave the key inside the trunk.

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Internal trunk release handle
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If a person is locked in the trunk, he/she can pull down the
phosphorescent handle on the inside of trunk lid to open
the trunk lid.
The phosphorescent (glow−in− the− dark) handle will continue
to glow for a time after the trunk lid is closed. Exposing the
handle to stronger light will cause it to glow longer.
FUEL TANK CAP
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This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of
your vehicle.

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The fuel filler door opener switch is located in the switch box.
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1. Push the button to use the switch box and then push
the fuel filler door opener switch.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION

Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames
when refuelling. The fumes are flammable.
 When opening the cap, do not remove the cap
quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could
cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the
cap is suddenly removed.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when
not in use while driving.