Lexus GX470 2004 Audio System / LEXUS 2004 GX470 THROUGH OCT. 2003 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60A46U)

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IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of Pº position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1Turn the ignition key to LOCKº. Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.
3Push down the shift lock override button. You can shift out
of Pº position only while pushing the button.
4Shift into Nº position.
Insert the cover. Start the engine. For your safety, keep
the brake pedal depressed.
Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.

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LEXUS LINK SYSTEM
The Lexus Link System is an in-vehicle communications
service that provides you with enhanced safety, security
and convenience. With an active subscription you can
push the SERVICESº button for operator assistance or in
an emergency situation such as a vehicle accident (in
which the airbag was activated), you will automatically be
connected to the Lexus Link Call Center which will assist
you and/or send help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Lexus Link System can also record your voice or your
conversation with the Lexus Link Call Center Advisor.
Safety information for the Lexus Link System
Important!: Read this information before using the Lexus
Link System.
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY SIGNALS
The Lexus Link System to be installed in your vehicle a low
power radio transmitter and receiver. When the ignition is
turned to the ONº position, it receives and also sends out radio
frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for
mobile wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with
the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies.
ANSI C95.1 (1992)*
1
NCRP Report 86 (1986)*2
ICNIRP (1996)*3
*1: American National Standards Institute
*2: National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements
*
3: International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation
Protection

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468Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic
evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120
scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities,
government health agencies, and industry reviewed the
available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard
(C95.1).
The design of the Lexus Link System complies with the FCC
guidelines in addition to those standards.
Information for using the Lexus Link System
The Lexus Link System is a subscription-based service. To
obtain any of the Lexus Link services you must have enrolled
with the Lexus Link Call Center and have an active
subscription. It is important to be aware that an active
subscription is required to receive safety and security services.

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469 To learn more about your subscription status or how to renew
or extend your subscription, please push the SERVICESº
button and speak to the Lexus Link Advisor, or you may dial toll
free 1-800-25 Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) and
select the option for Lexus Link. If you are not enrolled, you will
hear the explanation about Lexus Link System. The actual
message is shown on Audible voice promptsº on page 481.
If you push the SERVICESº button again, the services
enrollment call will be announced. To cancel the enrollment
call, push the SERVICESº button one more time.
NOTICE
This system is only operational in GPS (Global
Positioning System) and analog cellular coverage
areas. Services may not be available in an area where
the GPS and analog cellular phone signals cannot be
received.
When the ignition is turned to the ONº position, The Lexus
Link System is activeº is announced to inform you that the
system is on. If your Lexus Link subscription expires, you will
hear The Lexus Link System is not active. To activate your
Lexus Link System, press the SERVICESº button nowº. To
learn more about your subscription status or how to renew or
extend your subscription, please push the SERVICESº button
to speak to a Lexus Link Advisor, or you may dial toll free
1-800-25 Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) and select
the option for Lexus Link. If problems are detected in the Lexus
Link System, you will hear A Lexus Link System error has
been detected. Please contact your Lexus dealer.º If you hear
this message, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

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470In some cases, even if your subscription has expired, you may
hear The Lexus Link System is activeº. This is due to the time
delay required to process the deactivation of your Lexus Link
System. During this period, when you push the SERVICESº
button, your call will be forwarded to enrollment. Once the
deactivation process has been completed, you will hear The
Lexus Link System is not activeº.
NOTICE
The voice prompt messages are the primary means to
let you know the status of your subscription. It is
important to be aware that an active subscription is
required to receive safety and security services. If these
voice prompt messages are disabled and you desire to
have them re-activated, contact your Lexus dealer.

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471 When you push the - VOL +º button on the -º side
immediately followed by the PLAYº button, you can hear an
explanation about the Lexus Link System. However, this
function is not available when you are recording or hearing a
playback. See Audible voice promptsº on page 481 for a
written version of this recorder message.The basic subscriber service package is available free of
charge for the first year.
NOTICE
Do not remove the Lexus Link fuse and wiring harness
with the ignition on, or an emergency call will be placed
to the Lexus Link Call Center.

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Automatic notifications
If an airbag deploys, an emergency signal is sent
automatically to the Lexus Link Call Center. In your vehicle, the
system announces Placing an emergency call to the Lexus
Link Center.º In response to the signal, Lexus Link Advisor will
attempt to communicate with you first. If the Advisor cannot get
any response from you, the Advisor will locate your vehicle
through the GPS, call the nearest emergency services
provider, describe the situation and your location. If necessary,
the Advisor will transfer your call to the emergency services
operator.If the theft deterrent system on your vehicle is activated,
the Lexus Link System on your vehicle will automatically call
the Lexus Link Call Center. The Advisor will attempt to contact
you to determine whether the alarm is valid.
If you report to the Lexus Link Call Center that your vehicle has
been stolen, the Advisor will locate, track and provide location
information to the appropriate law enforcement authority. To
protect subscriber privacy, the Lexus Link Call Center will not
provide the location of a vehicle to anyone other than a law
enforcement authority.
If you accidentally activate the vehicle alarm, push the
UNLOCKº button on the wireless remote control key within 55
seconds after the alarm was set off, or insert the key into the
door keyhole or ignition switch. The Lexus Link System will
cancel the theft call.

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NOTICE
Once the emergency button is pushed, an emergency
call cannot be cancelled.
This system is only operational in GPS and analog
cellular coverage areas. Upon subscription
expiration, all Lexus Link services (i.e. automatic
notification, emergency call functions, service call
functions, door locking/unlocking function) are
deactivated.

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Manual emergency calling
You can place an emergency call manually. Open the
cover and push the emergency button. You will hear
Placing an emergency call to Lexus Link Center.º Upon
reception of your call, the Advisor will locate your vehicle
and contact you to assess the situation. If necessary, the
Advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider.
This emergency call should only be made in
life-threatening situations.If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center at
1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987). The
Center will locate, track and provide location information to the
appropriate police authority. To protect subscriber privacy, the
Lexus Link Call Center will not provide the location of a vehicle
to anyone other than a law enforcement authority.

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NOTICE
This system is only operational in GPS and analog
cellular coverage areas. Upon subscription expiration,
all Lexus Link services (i.e. automatic notification,
emergency call functions, service call functions, door
locking/unlocking function) are deactivated.