lock Lexus GX460 2012 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 29
Wireless remote control .............. 47
Side doors ......................................... 50
Back door ........................................... 53
Glass hatch ....................................... 58
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)
Front seats .......................................... 63
Rear seats ........................................... 67
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................. 78
Head restraints................................. 82
Seat belts ........................................... 85 Steering wheel.................................. 93
Inside rear view mirror.................. 95
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 97
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................... 101
Moon roof ........................................ 104
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap......... 109
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 115
Alarm.................................................... 117
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............. 120
SRS airbags ..................................... 122
Front passenger occupant classification system .................. 139
Child restraint systems ............... 146
Installing child restraints ............... 151
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system
• Rear seat entertainment system
• Air conditioning
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogging •Hands-free system (for cellular
phone)
• Intuitive parking assist
• Wide view front & side monitor
• Lexus Enform with Safety Connect

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 523
• Glove box .................................... 525
• Console box ................................ 526
• Coin holder................................. 528
• Bottle holders/door pockets .......................................... 529
• Cup holders................................ 530
• Auxiliary boxes.......................... 533
3-7. Other interior features Cool box ......................................... 535
Sun visors........................................ 538
Vanity mirror .................................. 539
Clock ................................................ 540
Conversation mirror.................... 541
Power outlet (12 V DC) ............ 542
Power outlet (120 V AC) ......... 544
Heated steering wheel............... 549
Seat heaters and ventilators ..... 551
Armrest ............................................ 554
Coat hooks .................................... 555
Floor mat.......................................... 556
Luggage compartment features......................................... 558
Garage door opener.................. 567
Compass.......................................... 575
Safety Connect ............................ 580 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................. 588
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 593
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 596
General maintenance ............... 598
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 602
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 603
Hood ................................................ 608
Engine compartment................. 609
Tires ................................................... 628
Tire inflation pressure................. 635
Wheels ............................................. 639
Air conditioning filter.................. 642
Electronic key battery ................ 644
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 647
Headlight aim (vehicles with low beam halogen bulbs) ............... 660
Light bulbs ....................................... 662
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Driving position memory switches P. 78
Door lock switches P. 50
Window lock switch P. 101
Power window switches
P. 101
Pictorial indexInterior
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Inside door lock button P. 50

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Shift lever P. 186
AVS switch∗ P. 321
Shift lock override button P. 737
Four-wheel drive control switch
P. 322
Front seat heater/ventilator
switch
P. 551
AUX/USB port
P. 440, 448, 459
Height control switch∗ P. 316
Cup holders
P. 530
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Front seat heater/ventilator switch P. 551
Power outlet
P. 542
Crawl Control switch∗
DAC switch
∗
P. 328
P. 332
∗: If equipped

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Gauge and meters P. 195Engine (ignition) switch P. 179
Windshield wipers and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 236
P. 242
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
Automatic High Beam
∗
P. 219
P. 192
P. 233
P. 226
Center differential lock/unlock switch P. 323
Audio system* P. 413
Glove box P. 525
“RSCA OFF” switch P. 137
Emergency flasher switch P. 676
Parking brake pedal P. 193
Hood lock
release lever
P. 608
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 93
Pre-collision braking off switch∗ P. 344

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Cruise control system
● Dynamic radar cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system and
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

Before driving1
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
1-1. Key informationKeys ............................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart access system with push-button start .................... 29
Wireless remote control ......... 47
Side doors................................... 50
Back door .................................... 53
Glass hatch ................................ 58
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel, etc.)
Front seats ................................... 63
Rear seats .................................... 67
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ........................... 78
Head restraints ......................... 82
Seat belts .................................... 85
Steering wheel ........................... 93
Inside rear view mirror ............ 95
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 97 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows ......................... 101
Moon roof ................................. 104
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ............................................ 109
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ....................................... 115
Alarm............................................ 117
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 120
SRS airbags .............................. 122
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 139
Child restraint systems ......... 146
Installing child restraints........ 151

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1-1. Key information
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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. (→P. 5 2 5 )
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key
number plate. ( →P. 7 3 8 )
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an
electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed
accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves
that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
Observe the following:
●Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
●Do not expose the keys to high temp eratures for a long period of time.
●Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
●Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys close to
such materials.
●Do not disassemble the keys.
●Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.
●Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs,
audio systems, glass top ranges, or medical electrical equipment, such as low-fre-
quency therapy equipment.

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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart access system with push-button start
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors
(→P. 31)
Starts the engine ( →P. 1 7 9 )