lights Lexus GX460 2021 / LEXUS 2021 GX460 (OM60T19U) Repair Manual

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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)5-2. Using the interior lights
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according
to engine switch mode, the presence of the
electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are
open/closed.
■To prevent battery discharge
If the following lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes:
●Personal/interior light
●Inside door handle lights
●Footwell lights
●Running board lights
■Customization
Settings (e.g. adjust the time elapsed before th e interior lights automatically turn off) can
be changed. (Customizable features:  P. 584)
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave th e lights on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.

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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)5-3. Using the storage features
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
Open (push the button)
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Your vehicle is equipped with either a console box or cool box.
For vehicles with the cool box, refer to P. 417.
Lift the lid while pulling up the lower
lever to release the lock.
Glove box
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Console box (if equipped)

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Interior features
●The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
●When using the console box lid as an armrest,
slide the console box lid forward or backward
as needed. Slide the lid while pulling up the
upper lever to release the lock.
●The tray slides forward/backward and can be
removed.
NOTICE
Do not insert items exceeding the height of the tray. Doing so may prevent opening and
closing of the lid.

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Interior features
■Bottle holders/door pockets
■Cup holder lights (front seats)
●The cup holder lights turn on when the tail lights are on.
●The brightness of the cup holder lights chan ge in conjunction with the instrument clus-
ter light. ( P. 91)
■When using the holder as a bottle holder
●Close the cap.
●The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
■Removing the cup holders (secon d seats for 6-passenger models)
FrontRear
The cup holders can be removed.
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the cup holders/bottle holders
●Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the cup holders. Even
when the lid is closed, items must not be stored in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holder s in the event of sudden braking, sudden
swerving or an accident, cause injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.
●Do not place anything other than bottles in the bottle holders.
In the event of an accident or sudden brak ing, other items may be thrown out of the
holders and cause injury.
■When not in use
Keep the cup holders closed.
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

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Interior features
■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 instrument
cluster light. ( P. 91)
■Closing the auxiliary box lid
Slide the auxiliary box lid forward.
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Do not place cups, beverage cans or bottles in the box. They may be thrown out of the
box in the event of sudden bra king, sudden swerving or an accident, resulting 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, result-
ing 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.

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Interior features
To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to the
side.
To use the side extender, place the
visor in the side position, then slide it
backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
If the vanity lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
Sun visors
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Vanity mirror
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods
when the engine is not running.

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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)5-4. Using the other interior features
■Luggage compartment (120 V AC)
The power outlet can be used for 120
V AC accessories that run on less than
100 W.
■The power outlet can be used when
12 V DC: The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
120 V AC: The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When turning the engine switch off (12 V DC)
Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery packs. If
such devices are left connected, the engine switch may not be turned off normally.
■The protection circuit may be activated to cut the power supply if any of the following
conditions apply (120 V AC):
●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 featur es (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 following
procedure (120 V AC):
Park the vehicle in a safe place, and then securely apply the parking brake.
Make sure that the power consumption of th e electric appliance is within the maxi-
mum capacity of the power outlet and the appliance is not broken.
Turn the engine 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 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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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)5-4. Using the other interior features
NOTICE
■To prevent the fuse from being blown
12 V DC: Do not use an accessory
that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
120 V AC: Do not use a 120 V AC applia nce that requires more than 100 W.
If a 120 V AC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the protection circuit
will cut the power supply.
■Appliances that may not operate properly (120 V AC)
The following 120 V AC appliances may not operate even if their power consumption
is under 100 W.
●Appliances with high initial peak wattage
●Measuring devices that process precise data.
●Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
■To prevent battery discharge
12 V DC: Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.
120 V AC: Turn off all the vehicle’s electron ic equipment and accessories, such as the
headlights and air conditioning , when electrical appliances that consume in excess of
100 W are used continuously for long periods of time.
■To prevent any damage caus ed by heat (120 V AC)
●Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat, such as toasters, in any
locations including the internal or external trim, seats and deck.
●Do not use any electrical appliances that are easily affected by vibration or heat inside
the vehicle. Vibration while driving, or the heat of the sun while parking, may result in
damage to those electrical appliances.
■If any electrical appliances are to be used while driving (120 V AC)
Securely fasten both the appliances and th eir cables to prevent them from falling or
getting caught in any of the power train components.
■If the power outlet is loose when an electrical appliance plug is connected (120 V
AC)
Replace the outlet. Contact your Lexus dealer for any necessary replacements.
■If the power outlet gets dirty (120 V AC)
Turn the main switch off and use a soft, clea n cloth to wipe it gently. Do not use any
cleansing materials, such as organic solven ts, wax, or compound cleaners, as these
may damage the power outlet or cause it to malfunction.

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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)6-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion
on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediatel y in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect drop pings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated wi th soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoli ne are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic subs tances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side wiper arm
upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning the wipers to their
original position, do so from the passenger side first.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehic les with rain-sensing windshield wiper)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be
damaged.
■When using a high pressure car wash
●Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con-
nectors or the following parts. The parts may be damages if they come into contact
with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
•Brake parts
●Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9 in. (30 cm) away from the vehicle body. Other-
wise resin section, such as moldings and bumpers, may be deformed and damaged.
Also, do not continuously hold the nozzle in the same place.
●Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously. If water enters the air con-
ditioning system intake located near the lo wer part of the windshield, the air condi-
tioning system may not operate correctly.
●Do not wash the underside of the vehicle using a high pressure car washer.

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GX460_OM_OM60T19U_(U)6-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly
(without uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift lever is in P, isthe vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance
from the floor? ( P. 567)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of
free play? ( P. 567)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should no t get too close to the floor
when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function properly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed correctly? ( P. 497)
Parking brake• Does the parking brake pedal move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on,
is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount offree play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering wheel.