engine Lexus GX460 2021 Owner's Manual /

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●The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automati cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
●If the indicator light flashes, press the switch to turn the heated steering wheel off and
then press the switch again. If the indica tor light still flashes, a malfunction may be
occurring. Turn the heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Front seat
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots, the
warmer the seat becomes.
■Rear seat (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”.
The seat heaters can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Seat heaters (if equipped)
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Heats the seat
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots, the
warmer the airflow becomes.
Blows air from the seat
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION
ON mode.
Seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)
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Interior lights list
Personal/interior lights (
P. 401)
Inside door handle lights
Shift lever lights
Engine switch light Scuff lights (if equipped)
Footwell lights
Door courtesy lights
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■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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Other interior features
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.
■The cool box can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■If the front air conditioning system is not in use when the cool box is turned on
The front air conditioning system is automatically turned on.
Cool box (if equipped)
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■While the cool box is on
The front air conditioning sy
stem cannot be turned off.
■Items unsuitable for the cool box
●Drinks in unsealed containers
●Fragile items, perishables or anything with strong odor
●Owner’s manual, electronic devices, CDs, etc.
■When the indicator light flashes
The cool box is not operated when an y of the following conditions occurs.
●When the air conditioning system is off
Turn the air conditioning system on also turns on the cool box.
●When outside air temperature is about 32 F (0 C) or below.
If the indicator light continues to flash, ther e may be a malfunction in the system. Turn the
air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■When using the cool box lid as an armrest
Slide the cool box lid forward or backward as
needed. Slide the lid while pulling up the upper
lever to release the lock.
WARNING
Keep the cool box closed. In the event of su dden braking or sudden swerving, an acci-
dent may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open cool box or the items
stored inside.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the cool box on longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.

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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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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.
To use the overhead console when the conversation mirror is open, further extend the lid.
(  P. 408)
Vehicles with navigation system
Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Vehicles without navigation system
The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.
Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes
■The clock is displayed when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The clock data will be reset.
Conversation mirror
Clock
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■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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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.