air condition Lexus GX460 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / LEXUS 2010 GX460 (OM60E69U) User Guide

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system
■Adult*1
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “A I R B A G
ON”
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
*2
DevicesFront passenger airbag
Activated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger knee airbag
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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Multi-information display (Accessory meters)
: If equipped
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-
related data including the current outside air temperature.
● Clock ( P. 533)
Indicates the time.
●Outside temperature
Indicates the outside temperature. 
The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40 F (-40 C) to
122 F (50 C).
● Air conditioning system display ( P. 384)
● Rear view monitor ( P. 2 74 )
Automatically displayed when the shift lever is moved into R.
●Multi-terrain Monitor (if equipped) ( P. 2 9 8 )
● Wide view front & side monitor (if equipped) ( P. 279)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)■
Average fuel consumption
Displays the average fuel con-
sumption since the function was
reset
The function can be reset by press-
ing and holding the “RESET” switch
when the average fuel consump-
tion is displayed.
■Average vehicle speed
Displays the average vehicle
speed since the function was reset
The function can be reset by press-
ing and holding the “RESET” switch
when the average vehicle speed is
displayed.
■Elapsed time
Displays the elapsed time since the
function was last reset
The function can be reset by press-
ing and holding the “RESET” switch
when the elapsed time is displayed.
■Air conditioning system display
 P. 384

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Sensor detection information
●Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the
ability of a sensor to correctly detect an obstacle. Particular instances where this
may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on a sensor.
• A sensor is frozen.
• A sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.
• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle engines,
air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the vicinity.
• A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or radio antenna.
• Towing eyelets are installed.
• A bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or right-angled curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• A non-genuine Lexus suspension (low ered suspension etc.) is installed.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of their
shape, signs and other objects may be judged by a sensor to be closer than they
are.
●The shape of the obstacle may prevent a sensor from detecting it. Pay particular
attention to the following obstacles:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materi als that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angled objects
•Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of your vehicle

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Rear height control air suspension
Selecting vehicle heightOperating the switch changes vehicle rear height as follows: Higher
Lower
Vehicle height can be adjusted
only when the engine is running.
The selected height mode will be
shown on the rear height control
air suspension display.
The selected mode will flash while
the height mode is being changed.
: If equipped
The rear height control air suspension allows the driver to control vehicle
rear height in order to adjust drivin g conditions. Select the desired height
with the height control switch.
Height control OFF switch
Height control switch

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Example based on your vehicleCargo capacity
Total load capacity
When 2 people with the combined wei ght of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding
in your vehicle, the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
will be as follows:
Vehicles without rear height control air suspension
With third seats — total load capacity: 1315 lb. (595 kg)
1315 lb. - 366 lb. = 949 lb. (595 kg - 166 kg = 429 kg)
Without third seats
— total load capacity: 1525 lb. (690 kg)
1525 lb. - 366 lb. = 1159 lb. (690 kg - 166 kg = 524 kg)
Vehicles with rear height control air suspension
Total load capacity: 1280 lb. (580 kg)
1280 lb. - 366 lb. = 914 lb. (580 kg - 166 kg = 414 kg)
In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of 388 lb.
(176 kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced as follows:

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropria te to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect th e level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same si ze and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following accord ing to the driving conditions:
● Do not try to forcibly open a w indow or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumul ated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.

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2-5. Driving information
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Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.
● Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before making
turns.
● Note that when making a turn, the tr ailer wheels will be closer than the
vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making a
larger than normal turning radius.
● Crosswinds and rough roads will adve rsely affect handling of your
vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Periodically check the rear to prepare
for being passed by large trucks or buses, which may cause your vehi-
cle and trailer to sway. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel,
reduce speed immediately but gradua lly, and steer straight ahead.
Never increase speed. If you make no extreme correction with the
steering or brakes, your vehi cle and trailer will stabilize.
● Take care when passing other vehicl es. Passing requires considerable
distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your
trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes.
● In order to maintain efficient eng ine braking and electrical charging
performance, do not use overdrive. Transmission shift range position
must be in 5, in S mode.
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may overheat
on hot days (at temperatures over 85 °F [30 °C]) when driving up a
long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in use), pull
your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot. (
P. 74 4 )

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning  system .................................... 384
Rear automatic air conditioning 
system .................................... 400
Rear window defogger 
switch ...................................... 404
Windshield wiper  de-icer ................................... 405 3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system........................... 406
Using the radio ....................... 408
Using the CD player .............. 416
Playing MP3 and 
WMA discs ........................... 424
Operating an iPod
®.............. 433
Operating a  USB memory........................ 440
Optimal use of the 
audio system ......................... 449
Using the AUX adapter........ 451
Using the steering wheel 
audio switches...................... 452
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® 
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 456
Using the Bluetooth
® 
audio system ......................... 460
Operating a Bluetooth
® enabled 
portable player .................... 466
Setting up a Bluetooth
® enabled 
portable player .................... 469
Bluetooth
® audio system 
setup ........................................ 476
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automati cally adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
Control panel (vehicles without a rear automatic air conditioning
system)
Automatic mode button
Off button
Cooling and dehumidificatio n function on/off button
Air outlet selector button
Micro dust and pollen filter 
mode button
Passenger’s side temperature 
control button
Dual mode button
Outside/recirculated air mode button
Windshield defogger button
Driver’s side

temperature control button
Fan speed control button