steering wheel Lexus GX460 2010 Using The Bluetooth Audio System / LEXUS 2010 GX460 (OM60E69U) Workshop Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 4 5
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 4 0
■Notes for the entry function
P. 4 2
■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 114)
■Steering lock
After turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off and opening and closing the
doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operat-
ing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch again automatically cancels the steering
lock.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
The green indicator light on the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch will flash and a mes-
sage will be shown on the multi-information
display. Press the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch again while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary when any of the following types of vehicles are in
front of you. 
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the
approach warning ( P. 255) will not be activated, and a fatal or serious accident
may result.
●Vehicles that cut in suddenly
●Vehicles traveling at low speeds
●Vehicles that are not moving
●Vehicles with small rear ends (tra ilers with no load on board etc.)
●Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
■Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control may not function
correctly
Apply the brakes as necessary in the foll owing conditions as the radar sensor may
not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, and a fatal or serious accident may
result:
●When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the function-
ing of the sensor
●When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the luggage
compartment etc.)
●When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
●When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
●When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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NOTICE
■When using the wide view front & side monitor
Even if an obstacle is no longer visible on the side monitor, do not turn the steering
wheel further in the direction the vehicle is turning until the vehicle has moved com-
pletely past the obstacle. If the steering wheel is turned to full lock, the vehicle will
turn in the smallest possible turning circle, and may collide with the obstacle.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Operating tips
The system will operate when the shift lever is in a position other than P, however to
make effective use of the system it is recommended that the shift lever be shifted to
2 or 1 range of S mode.
■If the four-wheel drive control switch is in H4
The system does not operate.
■When the downhill assist control system is operated continuously
This may cause the brake actuator to overheat. In this case, the downhill assist con-
trol system will stop operating, a buzzer will sound and the DAC indicator will start
flashing, and the TRAC OFF will be shown on the multi-information display. Refrain
from using the system until the DAC indicator stays on and the message goes off.
(The vehicle can be driven normally during this time.)
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the DAC
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred in DAC.
●Either of the following conditions may occur when the DAC is operating. None
of these are indicators that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■System malfunction
●The DAC indicator does not come on when the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
●The “DAC” indicator does not come on when the “DAC” switch is pressed.
●The slip indicator comes on.
In the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■Off-road driving precautions
Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, serious
injury or damage to your vehicle:
●Drive carefully when off the road. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving in
dangerous places.
●Do not grip the steering wheel spokes when driving off-road. A bad bump could
jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Keep both hands and especially your
thumbs on the outside of the rim.
●Always check your brakes for effectiveness immediately after driving in sand,
mud, water or snow.
●After driving through tall grass, mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc., check that there is no
grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc. adhering or trapped on the underbody.
Clear off any such matter from the underbody. If the vehicle is used with these
materials trapped or adhering to the underbody, a breakdown or fire could occur.
●When driving off-road or in rugged terr ain, do not drive at excessive speeds,
jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss of control or vehi-
cle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also risking expensive dam-
age to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Trailer towing tipsYour vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. The 3 main
causes of vehicle-trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed and
improper trailer loading. Keep the following in mind when towing:
● Before starting out, check the trai ler lights and the vehicle-trailer con-
nections. Recheck after driving a short distance.
● Practice turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer attached in an
area away from traffic until you be come accustomed to the feel of the
vehicle.
● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice Grip
the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the left to
move the trailer to the left. Move yo ur hand to the right to move the
trailer to right. (This is generally opposite to reversing without a trailer
attached.) Avoid sharp or prolon ged turning. Have someone guide
you when reversing to reduce the risk of an accident.
● As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to-
vehicle distance should be increas ed. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of
speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length.
● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in jackknifing and loss
of control. This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces.

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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. (
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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
Interior features3

Interior features3
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3-4. Using the hands-free system 
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free system for 
cellular phones..................... 477
Using the hands-free system 
(for cellular phones) ............ 481
Making a phone call .............. 489
Setting a cellular phone ....... 494
Security and system 
setup ........................................ 499
Using the phone book.......... 503
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ....................... 511
• Personal/interior light main switch ................................ 512
• Personal/interior lights ......... 513
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features .......... 515
• Glove box .................................. 516
• Console box .............................. 517
• Coin holder................................ 519
• Bottle holders/ 
door pockets ........................... 520
• Cup holders.............................. 522
• Auxiliary boxes........................ 525 3-7. Other interior features
Cool box ................................... 528
Sun visors .................................. 531
Vanity mirror ........................... 532
Clock ......................................... 533
Conversation mirror............. 534
Power outlet (12 V DC)........ 535
Power outlet 
(120 V AC [type A]) ........... 537
Power outlet 
(120 V AC [type B]) ........... 542
Heated steering wheel ........ 549
Seat heaters and 
ventilators .............................. 551
Armrest .................................... 554
Coat hooks .............................. 555
Floor mats ................................ 556
Luggage compartment  features .................................. 557
Garage door opener ............. 567
Compass ................................... 575
Safety Connect ...................... 580

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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
CD player with a changer and AM/FM radio
Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 4 0 8
Using the CD playerP. 4 1 6
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 4 2 4
Operating an iPod®P. 4 3 3
Operating a USB memoryP. 4 4 0
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 4 4 9
Using the AUX adapterP. 4 5 1
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 4 5 2