Lexus GX470 2004 Audio System / LEXUS 2004 GX470 FROM JAN. 2004 THROUGH JUL. 2004 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60A87U)

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Beside the third seat
CAUTION
Do not place anything else other than cups or
drink-cans in the cup holder, as such items may be
thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure
people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an
accident.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder of
the second seat armrest closed when not in use.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE BOX
To use the overhead console box, push the button.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or a sudden stop, always keep the overhead console
box closed while driving.
 As this box is designed for holding eyeglasses, do
not place any object heavier than approximately 200
g (0.44 lb.) in it. Heavier objects may cause the box
to open and the contents to fly out resulting in
injuries.

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NOTICE
During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomesvery hot. Do not leave anything flammable ordeformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside.

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AUXILIARY BOX
To use the auxiliary box, open it as shown above.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed
while driving.
First-aid kit holder
1To loosen2To tighten
This auxiliary box is equipped with a belt to hold the
first-aid kit. To loosen or tighten the belt, do as shown
above.
Although the first-aid kit itself is not included as original
equipment, this auxiliary box can be used to store the first aid
kit.
Make sure the first-aid kit is securely held.

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FLOOR MAT
Use a floor mat of the correct size.
If the floor carpet and floor mat have 2 holes, then they are
designed for use with locking clips. Fix the floor mat with
locking clips into the holes in the floor carpet.CAUTION
Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor
carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the
movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an
accident.

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WARNING REFLECTOR HOLDER
1To disengage2To engage
This belt is designed to hold the warning reflector. To
disengage or engage the belt, do as shown above.
Although the warning reflector itself is not included as original
equipment, this auxiliary box can be used to store the warning
reflector.
Make sure the warning reflector is securely held.
COAT HOOKS
To use the coat hook, push the hook.
CAUTION
Do not hook a hanger, heavy or sharp pointed object on
the coat hook. If the curtain shield airbag inflates, those
items will be hurled away with great force or the curtain
shield airbag may not activate correctly. When you
hang clothes, hang them on the coat hook directly.

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LUGGAGE COVER
Using luggage cover
To use the luggage cover, pull out the luggage cover and
hook it on the anchors.
CAUTION
Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items
may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the
vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.
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 TOPº mark
of the luggage cover ends upward.

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TIE-DOWN HOOKSTo secure your luggage, use the tie-down hooks as shown
above.
See Stowage precautionsº on page 399 for precautions when
loading luggage.
NOTICE
Do not use the third seat anchors instead of thetie-down hooks.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Exterior equipment
Hood102
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Fuel tank cap 103
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Moon roof 106
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Quarter windows 109
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HOOD
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly.
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and
securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open
unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.