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3-7. Other interior features
Cool box∗
∗: If equipped
■The cool box can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When the cool box is turned on
Turning cool box on also turns on front air conditioning system.
Lift the lid while pulling up the
lower lever to release the lock.
Turns the cool box on/off
When on, the indicator light
comes on.
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3-7. Other interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Clock
■The clock is displayed when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The clock data will be reset.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system Adjusts the hours
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■The power outlet can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent blown fuse
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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■The power outlet can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■The protection circuit may be activated to cut the power supply if any of the fol-
lowing conditions apply:
●Use of electrical appliances exceeding 100 W is attempted.
A sound may be heard when the protection circuit is activated. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
●The total power usage by all electrical features (headlights, air conditioning,
etc.) has exceeded the total vehicle maximum for an extended period of time.
■If the protection circuit is activated and the power supply is cut, conduct the fol-
lowing procedure:Park the vehicle in a safe place, and then securely apply the parking brake.
Make sure that the power consumption of the electric appliance is within
the maximum capacity of the power outlet and the appliance is not bro-
ken.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode again.
When the cabin temperature is high, open the windows to cool the temperature
down. Once it reaches the normal temperature, turn the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNITION ON mode again.
If the power supply does not resume even after the above procedure has been per-
formed, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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Heated steering wheel∗
∗: If equipped
■The heated steering wheel can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Timer
The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
■If the indicator light flashes
Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel off and then press the button
again. If the indicator light still flashes, a malfunction may be occurring. Turn the
heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
The heated steering wheel heats the leather portion of the steering wheel.
Turns the heater on/off
The indicator light comes on
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3-7. Other interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■The seat heaters/ventilators can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When not in use
Turn the dial until the indicator light turns off.
■Outer second seat heaters (if equipped)
For left second seat
For right second seat
High heating temperature
Low heating temperature
To turn on the seat heater, press
“HI” or “LO”.
The indicator light on “HI” or
“LO” switch indicates that the
seat heater is on.
Off
To turn off, press “OFF”.

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Safety Connect LED light IndicatorsWhen the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode, the red indicator light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off.
Afterward, the green indicator light comes on, indicating that the service
is active.
The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage con-
ditions:
● Green indicator light on = Active service
● Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process
● Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)
● No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not active
Safety Connect services
■ Automatic Collis ion Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the
system is designed to automatically call the response center. The
responding agent receives the vehicle’s location and attempts to speak
with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emergency. If the
occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats
the call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, an d requests that assistance be sent
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precautions:
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille:
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric
cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. (→P. 6 1 8 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following proce-
dures:Press the Menu switch ( →P. 212) to change the multi-information display
to blank.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
While pressing the ODO/TRIP button ( →P. 195), turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Continue to press and hold the button for more than 7 seconds after the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
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STEP4
The message shown in the illustration will
appear on the display. After 5 seconds, the
system reset will be completed.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the battery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possible immedi-
ately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wireless remote
control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY
mode. The engine may not start with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
turned OFF. However, the engine will operate normally from the second
attempt.
●The “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the bat-
tery is reconnected, the vehicle will return the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
mode to the status it was in before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to
turn off the engine before disconnect the battery. Take extra care when con-
necting the battery if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode prior to dis-
charge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Lexus dealer.