power steering Lexus GX460 2017 Owner's Manual

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For your information ................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index ............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system.................. 48
Safety information for children .......................................... 54
Child restraint systems ............... 55
Installing child restraints............. 59
Exhaust gas precautions.............. 71
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system........72
Alarm .................................................. 74
2. Instrument cluster Warning and indicators lights ................................................ 78
Gauges and meters ..................... 83
Multi-information display .......... 86
Fuel consumption information ................................... 92 3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................... 94
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors ........................................ 98
Back door ...................................... 105
Glass hatch......................................110
Smart access system with push-button start ....................... 115
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats.......................................122
Rear seats........................................ 124
Driving position memory..........135
Head restraints ............................ 140
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ..............................143
Inside rear view mirror ..............145
Outside rear view mirrors........ 147
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................ 150
Moon roof .......................................153
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component
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5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system ...............386
Rear air conditioning system .......................................... 396
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators ........ 399
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ......................... 402• Personal/interior lights main switch ............................. 403
• Personal/interior lights ...... 404
5-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ............ 405
• Glove box ............................... 406
• Console box .......................... 406
• Coin holder ............................408
• Cup holders/bottle holders/door pockets..........................408
• Auxiliary boxes ...................... 410
Luggage compartment features .........................................412 5-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ..............419 • Cool box....................................419
• Sun visors .................................. 421
• Vanity mirror ............................ 421
• Conversation mirror ...........422
• Clock .........................................422
• Power outlets ......................... 423
• Armrest..................................... 427
• Coat hooks............................. 428
• Assist grips ............................. 428
• Compass ................................. 429
Garage door opener ............... 433
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect...................................... 439
5Interior features
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18Pictorial index
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■Switches
Outside rear view mirror switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 147
Instrument cluster light control switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 84
Odometer/trip meter and trip meter reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 84
Heated steering wheel switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 399
VSC OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 353
Headlight cleaner switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 219
Center differential lock/unlock switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 343
Pre-collision braking off switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 369
Window lock switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 150
Door lock switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 100
Power window switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 150
Driving position memory buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 135
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Operation of
each component
3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................... 94
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors ........................................ 98
Back door....................................... 105
Glass hatch ......................................110
Smart access system with push-button start........................115
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats.......................................122
Rear seats........................................124
Driving position memory ......... 135
Head restraints ............................ 140
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................. 143
Inside rear view mirror...............145
Outside rear view mirrors ........ 147
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................ 150
Moon roof ...................................... 153
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Operation of each component
Driving position memory
The seat and steering wheel are automatically adjusted to allow the driver to
enter and exit the vehicle easily.
When all of the following have been
performed, the driver’s seat and steer-
ing wheel are automatically adjusted to
a position that allows driver to enter
and exit the vehicle easily.
• The shift lever has been shifted to P.
• The engine switch has been turned off.
• The driver’s seat belt has been unfas-
tened.
When any of the following has been performed, the driver’s seat and steering
wheel automatically return to their original positions. • The engine switch has been turned to ACCESSORY mode or IGNITION
ON mode.
• The driver’s seat belt has been fastened.
■Operation of the power easy access system
When exiting the vehicle, the power easy access system may not operate if the seat is
already close to the rearmost position, etc.
■Customization
The seat movement amount settings of the power easy access system can be custom-
ized. (Customizable features: →P. 5 9 4 )
This feature automatically adjusts the driver’s seats, steering wheel and out-
side rear view mirrors to make entering and exiting the vehicle easier or to
suit your preferences.
Power easy access system
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This
prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with th e location of the brake and accelerator ped-
als to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a difficulty in oper- ating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using
your left foot may delay response in an emergency, resulting in an accident.
●Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
●During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off while driving
will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems
will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over
and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way: → P. 5 1 1
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep
hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effective-
ness. (→P. 1 9 4 )
●Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear
view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body are not
outside the vehicle.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not
drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability tires.
Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible
injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle
are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.
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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause
the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
●When driving over bumps in
the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo wing situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. ( →P. 5 4 2 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer, differentials, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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■AVS (adaptive variable suspension system)
The suspension can be switched fo
r improvement in driveability. (→P. 3 4 1 )
■Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components (such as an
engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Lexus recommends that you do not
tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start towing.
However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed of less than
50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle acceleration.
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the addi-
tional load. (See “Owner’s Guide”, “Warranty and Services Guide”, “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 600 miles
(1000 km) of trailer towing.
■If trailer sway occurs
One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can adversely
affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability.
●If trailer swaying occurs:
• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle and trailer
should stabilize.
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Driving
If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the engine
switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Per-
form the following procedure to turn the switch off:
Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that the indicator on the engine switch is illuminated in amber and then
press the engine switch once.
Check that the indicator on the engine switch is off.
■Auto power off function
When the shift lever is in P, if the vehicl e is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
with the engine not running for more than 20 minutes (ACCESSORY mode) or one
hour (IGNITION ON mode), the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the
engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when
the engine is not running.
■Electronic key battery depletion
→ P. 9 6
■Conditions affecting operation
→P. 117
■Note for the entry function
→P. 118
■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 7 2 )
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel
will be locked due to the steering lock func tion. Operating the engine switch again auto-
matically cancels the steering lock.
When stopping the engine with the sh ift lever in a position other than P
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Driving
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator
pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until
the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the steering lock in this cir-
cumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold
the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succes-
sion. ( →P. 511)
However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emergency. Turning
the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. Th is will make it more difficult to steer and
brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
●Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long
periods of time without the engine running.
●If the indicator on the engine switch is illuminated, the engine switch is not off. When
exiting the vehicle, always check that the engine switch is off.
●Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If the engine is
stopped in another shift lever position, the engine switch will not be turned off but
instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY
mode, battery discharge may occur.
■When starting the engine
●Do not race a cold engine.
●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked
by your Lexus dealer immediately.
■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the
switch sticking slightly, there may be a malf unction. Contact your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
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