rear view mirror Lexus GX460 2012 Owner's Guide

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2-4. Using other driving systems
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
CAUTION
■Conditions which may affect the wide view front & side monitor system
●If the front of the vehicle or the passenger side outside rear view mirror has been
hit, the camera’s position and mounting angle may have changed. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or
modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
●Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in
cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
●If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with water and
wipe with a soft cloth. If the camera lens is extremely dirty, wash with a mild
cleanser and rinse.
●Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot
transmit a clear image.
●Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to
the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
●The displayed image may be darker and moving images may be slightly distorted
when the system is cold.
●Situations unsuitable for wide view front & side monitor
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow.
• When using tire chains or emergency tires.
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.
●When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera
or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
CAUTION
■Conditions which may affect the Multi-terrain Monitor system
●If the front or the rear of the vehicle or the outside rear view mirror has been hit,
the camera’s position and mounting angle may have changed. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or
modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
●Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in
cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
●If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with water and
wipe with a soft cloth. If the camera lens is extremely dirty, wash with a mild
cleanser and rinse.
●Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot
transmit a clear image.
●Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to
the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
●The displayed image may be darker and moving images may be slightly distorted
when the system is cold.
●Situations unsuitable for Multi-terrain Monitor
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
•When using tire chains
●When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera
or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.

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2-5. Driving information
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height
■Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (→P. 76 2 )
●Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recommenda-
tion.
●All trailer lights work as required by law.
●All lights work each time you connect them.
●The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
●The vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not
drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue weight, overload-
ing, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
●The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
●The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or local
regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for towing pur-
poses. No matter which class of tow hitch applies,
for a more safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball
setup must be the proper height for the cou-
pler on the trailer.
Tr a i l e r b a l l
Coupler

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Rear window defogger switch
■The defoggers can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■The outside rear view mirror defoggers
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers on.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can become very
hot and burn you.
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops,
dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system Turns the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers
on/off.
The defoggers will automatically
turn off after their operation
time. The operation time varies
depending on the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Conversation mirror
■To use the overhead console from the conversation mirror state
Pull down the lid. (→P. 5 3 3 )
The conversation mirror can provide the driver and the front passenger
with a view of the rear seat area without the need to turn around.
Press in the button.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Compass∗
∗: If equipped
The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which
the vehicle is heading.
■ Operation
To turn the compass on or off,
push the switch.
■ Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
“N”North
“NE”Northeast
“E”East
“SE”Southeast
“S”South
“SW”Southwest
“W”We s t
“NW”Northwest

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3-7. Other interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
●The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
●The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to interfer-
ence by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under a
steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near an intersection,
near a large vehicle, etc.).
●The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
●The battery has been disconnected.
●A door is open.
CAUTION
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
■When doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not
violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
NOTICE
■To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause the compass sensor to malfunction.
■To ensure normal operation of the compass
●Do not perform a circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s
magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
●During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power windows,
etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)Under the instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1P/O U T L E T15 APo w e r o u t l e t
2ACC7. 5 A
Outside rear view mirror motor,
BODY ECU, air conditioning system,
audio system, navigation system,
parking assist system, back up relay,
DSS#2 ECU, AT indicator, EFI ECU,
shift lock ECU, DCM, MAYDAY
ECU
3BKUP LP10 A
Back-up lights, audio system, multi
information display, DSS#2 ECU,
parking assist sensor
4TOW I N G B K L P10 ATo w i n g
5AV S20 AAir suspension system
6KDSS10 AKDSS ECU

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
19ECU-IG NO.210 A
Rear window defogger, outside rear
view mirror memory, seat heater/ven-
tilator switch, inverter relay, air condi-
tioning system, EC mirror, BODY
ECU, exhaust gas sensor, parking
assist sensor, navigation system,
DSS#2 ECU, meter switch, accessory
meter, folding seat ECU, O/H IG,
head light cleaner, rear air condition-
ing system, deicer, D-module, rain
sensor, air suspension, RR VLV ECU,
steering heater, LKA, P/SEAT IND
20S/HTR FR20 ASeat heater and ventilator
21P/ S E AT F R30 AFront power seat (right)
22DOOR P30 A
Front power window (passenger’s
side), outside rear view mirror mem-
ory
23DOOR10 APo w e r w i n d o w
24DOOR D25 AFront power window (driver’s side)
25DOOR RR25 ARear power window (right)
26S/ROOF25 AMoon roof
27WIP30 AWindshield wipers and washer
28WA S H E R20 AWindshield wipers and washer, rear
window wipers and washer
29COOLING10 ACool box
FuseAmpereCircuit