tow Lexus GX470 2003 How To Use This Manual / LEXUS 2003 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60A45U)

FOREWORD
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Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we h\
ave invested all our engineering and design resources; all
the know−
how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest m\
otivation of our most talented employees; and
our tradition of incessant striving toward ever greater quality.
This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it and fol\
low the instructions carefully so that you can
enjoy many years of safe motoring.
When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle bes\
t and is interested in your complete satisfaction.
Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistan\
ce you may require.
If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, or you need emergency assistanc\
e for any reason, please call the following number:
U.S. OWNERS
 When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada:
Lexus Roadside Assistance 180025LEXUS (TollFree)
(18002553987)
 HAWAII:
Lexus Customer Service Assistance 180025LEXUS (TollFree)
(18002553987)
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will nee\
d this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time o\
f printing. However, because of the Lexus policy
of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes a\
t any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, \
including options. Therefore, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

Seat position
Head restraint angle
Head restraint height Lumbar supportSeatback angle
Seat cushion height
Seat cushion angle

TILT STEERING WHEEL
 TELESCOPIC STEERING WHEEL
To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle, push
the control switch in the required direction and release the
button when the steering wheel reaches the desired angle.
To move the steering wheel to the desired position, push the
control switch away from you or pull it toward you until the
steering wheel reaches the desired position.
BPY015
(7.2/5.5)
BPY016
(7.2/59.5)
QUICK REFERENCE
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1. DRIVER’S SEAT 2. STEERING WHEEL

KEYS AND DOORS
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NOTICE
Make sure the positive side and negative side of the
battery are faced correctly.
 Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may
cause unexpected rust.
 Do not touch or move any components in the
transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation.
 Be careful not to bend the electrode of the battery
insertion and that dust or oils do not adhere to the
inside of the module.
 Take care not to lose the screws and Oring.
5. Install the lid with the 2 screws.
NOTICE
Take care not to damage or bend the Oring when
installing.
6. Install the module into the key frame and secure the cover
with the screw.
7. When pushing any switch on the wireless key, make sure
the indicator light comes on.
SIDE DOORS
Locking with key
 1 Lock2 Unlock
Turn the key towards the front of the vehicle to lock and
towards the back to unlock.
All the side doors and back door lock and unlock
simultaneously with the driver’s door. In the driver’s door lock,
turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in
succession will unlock all the side doors and back door
simultaneously.*
NOTE:
*The 2step unlocking function can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

KEYS AND DOORS
22The back door can be locked and unlocked together with the
side doors by means of the power door lock system. (For
instructions, see “Locking with power door lock switch” on
page 20.)
See “Luggage stowage precautions” on page 81 for
precautions when loading luggage.
CAUTION

Keep the back door closed while driving. This not
only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but
also prevents exhaust gases from entering the
vehicle.
 If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail
lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked,
other road users must be warned of the presence of
your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
Back door stopper
 1 Lock2 Unlock
For your safety, lock the back door with the door stopper
when you fully open the back door.
When closing the back door, check that the back door stopper
is unlocked.
CAUTION
 When keeping the back door open, use only the lock
lever of the back door stopper without touching the
other parts.
 To avoid serious person al injury, make sure not to get
your hands caught in the back door stay when
closing the back door.

SWITCHES
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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERSWITCH
Intermittent operation type
 1 Interval adjuster

2 Washer on
To turn the wipers on, move the lever down until you reach
the desired speed setting.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
There are 3 settings:
“INT” position: Intermittent operation
“LO” position: Low speed operation
“HI” position: High speed operation Twist the interval adjuster upward to increase the wiping
time
interval between sweeps, and downward to decrease
it.
The wiper lever must be in the “INT” position.
The time interval between sweeps is shortened when the
vehicle speed increases. When the vehicle speed reaches
more than about 20 km/h (12 mph) with the interval adjuster in
the full upward position, the time interval becomes the shortest
1.5 seconds.
If you stop the vehicle with the wiper switch in the “LO” position,
the wiper speed automatically changes from low speed to
intermittent operation speed.* This function does not work
when the interval adjuster is in the full upward position.
NOTE:
*This feature can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the “OFF” position, the wipers will
automatically make 3 wipes and then a single wipe later to
sweep the windshield completely.* The interval between the
3 wipes and the last wipe will depend on the vehicle speed. The
last sweep does not happen if the vehicle speed exceeds about
170 km/h (106 mph).
NOTE:
*The last single wipe can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

SWITCHES
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Even if the wiper lever is in the
“AUTO” position, the system will
switch to intermittent operations in the following conditions:
 When the windshield gets extremely cold (at less than
–10 C or 14 F)
 When the system malfunctions
However, when the windshield gets extremely hot (at more
than 90C or 194F), the wipers do not operate even if the
wiper lever is in the “AUTO” position.
When the ignition switch is turned off with the wiper lever in the
“AUTO” position, and then the ignition switch is turned on
again, the automatic operation may not work even if raindrops
are on the windshield.
In this case, move the lever to another position and return it to
the “AUTO” position again.
If you stop the vehicle with the wiper switch in the “LO” position,
the wiper speed automatically changes from low speed to
intermittent operation speed.* This function does not work
when the automatic control adjuster is in the “+” position.
NOTE:
*This feature can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
CAUTION
Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the
wipers and windshield.
When the wiper lever is in the “AUTO” position with the
ignition switch on, the wipers could operate
automatically in the following cases:
 If you touch the upper center of the windshield
adjacent to the sensor.
 If you wipe the upper center of the windshield
(adjacent to which the sensor is located) with a towel.
 If the windshield vibrates.
 If you touch the sensor.
NOTICE
Do not apply detergent to or wet the automatic wiper
control sensor when cleaning the inside of the
windshield.

SWITCHES
30To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the “OFF” position, the wipers will
automatically make 3 wipes and then a single wipe later to
sweep the windshield completely.* The interval between the
3 wipes and the last wipe will depend on the vehicle speed. The
last sweep does not happen if the vehicle speed exceeds about
170 km/h (106 mph).
NOTE:
*The last single wipe can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly
empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see “Adding
washer fluid” on page 454.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before
using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could
block your vision.
NOTICE
Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may
scratch the glass.
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
 1 Washer on during wiping

2 Washer on
To turn the wipers on, twist the knob at the end of the lever.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
There are 2 settings:
“INT” position: Intermittent operation
“ON” position: Low speed operation
If you stop the vehicle with the rear window wiper switch in the
“ON” position, the wiper speed automatically changes from low
speed to intermittent operation speed.
To make the washer squirt, twist the knob downward to
position 2.

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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
 Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool.
Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,
such as:
 Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
 Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
 Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop−and−go traffic.
 Towing a trailer. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the engine coolant
temperature gauge returns to “C” when the ignition switch is
turned to the “START”.
NOTICE

Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling
system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The
thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant
to keep the temperature of the engine within the
specified operating range.
 Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
See “If your vehicle overheats” on page 364.

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SECTION 1 – 4
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Interior equipment
Vanity mirrors62
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Interior lights 63
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Personal lights 64
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Illuminated entry system 65
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 66
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Power outlets 68
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Glove box 70
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Rear console box 70
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Garage door opener 71
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Cup holders 73
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Overhead console box 75
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Auxiliary box 76
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Floor mat 77
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Warning reflector holder 78
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Coat hooks 79
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Luggage cover 79
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Tie −down hooks 80
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Luggage stowage precautions 81
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
80
Removing luggage cover
To remove the luggage cover, retract and release the both
ends, and lift it out.
After remove the luggage cover, place it somewhere other than
the passenger compartment. This will prevent passengers
from injury in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
When installing the luggage cover, keep the “TOP” mark
of the luggage cover ends upward.
TIEDOWN HOOKS
To secure your luggage, use the tiedown hooks as shown
above.
See “Luggage stowage precautions” on page 81 for
precautions when loading luggage.
NOTICE
Do not use the third seat anchors instead of the
tiedown hooks.