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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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3-6. Using the storage features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■Auxiliary box light (type B)
●The auxiliary box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
●The brightness of the auxiliary box light changes in conjunction with the instru-
ment cluster light. (→P. 1 9 6 )
■Closing the auxiliary box lid
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
●Keep the auxiliary boxes closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerv-
ing, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open auxiliary
box or the items stored inside.
●Do not place cups, aluminum cans or bottles in the box. They may be thrown out
of the box in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident, result-
ing in injury. (type B and C)
■Items unsuitable for storing (type A)
●Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall out,
resulting in an accident.
●Do not put large items in the overhead console.
The overhead console may not be able to be shut from the conversation mirror
state.
Slide the auxiliary box lid forward.
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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Vanity mirror
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is off.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.

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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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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors back before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front
of the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the
windows and the air suspension unit.
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
■Touch-up paint (if equipped)
Touch-up paint may be used to cover small chips or scratches.
Apply the paint soon after the damage occurs or corrosion may set in. To apply the
touch-up paint so it is hardly noticeable, the trick is to apply it only to the bare spots.
Apply only the smallest amount possible and do not paint the surface around the
scratch or chip.
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving
for long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

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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