cruise control Lexus GX470 2004 Engine / LEXUS 2004 GX470 FROM SEP. 2004 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60B57U)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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Accessories, spare parts and modification of
your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for
Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You
should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and
is not responsible for their performance, repair, or
replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus
products. Modification with non- genuine Lexus products
could af fect its performance, safety or durability, and may even
violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or
performance pro blems resulting from the modification may not
be covered under warranty.
If you install any Genuine Accessories such as a bull-bar,
winch, etc., consult your Lexus dealer.
Spark ignition system of your Lexus
The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing
Equipment Standard.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your
vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system,
cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag
system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check
with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation.
Tires and loading on your Lexus
Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the
excess load may result in the deterioration of steering
ability and braking ability, leading to an accident.
Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be
sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner's
Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and
load limits, see pages 578 and 472.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your
Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped
with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are,
this may cause an accident such as a fire. Be sure to have the
systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed
and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
x
Page
1Driving position memory switches219
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 24
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 225 . . . . . .
6Side vents 249
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 33, 36, 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switch 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 249
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Audio system 257
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Multi-information display 75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls 236
. . . . . . . . . .
14Rear window defogger switch 45
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 65 . . . . . .
16Glove box 96
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Ashtray 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
18Cigarette lighter 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Seat heater switches 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Four-wheel drive control lever 400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
21Automatic transmission selector lever 392
. . . . . . . .
22Parking brake lever 390
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Center differential lock switch 400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Power outlet (12 VDC) 93
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Downhill assist control switch 424
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 418 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Rear height control air suspension
switches 411 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Ignition switch 388
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
292nd STRTº (second start) switch 400
. . . . . . . . . . . .
30Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 442 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Cruise control switch 408
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Steering switches 279
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Instrument panel light control dial 86
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Hood lock release lever 112
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Fuel filler door opener 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36RSCA OFFº (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 47 . . . . . . .
38Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 95
. . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Driving position memory switches219
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 24
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 225 . . . . . .
6Side vents 249
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 33, 36, 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switch 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 249
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Rear view monitor/navigation system display
(For the navigation system, see the separate Navigation System Owner's Manualº.) 404 . . . . . . .
12Multi-information display 75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls
(See the separate Navigation System Owner's Manualº.) 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Rear window defogger switch 45
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 65 . . . . . .
16Glove box 96
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Audio system 257
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Ashtray 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
19Cigarette lighter 92
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Seat heater switches 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
21Four-wheel drive control lever
400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic transmission selector lever 392 . . . . . . . .
23Parking brake lever 390
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock switch 400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Power outlet (12 VDC) 93
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control switch 424
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 418 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Rear height control air suspension
switches 411 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Ignition switch 388
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
302nd STRTº (second start) switch 400
. . . . . . . . . . . .
31Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 442 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Cruise control switch 408
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Speech command switch
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
Navigation System Owner's Manualº.
34Steering switches 279
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Instrument panel light control dial 86
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Hood lock release lever 112
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37Fuel filler door opener 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38RSCA OFFº (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 47 . . . . . . .
40Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 95
. . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Automatic transmission second start indicator light 400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged Parkº warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 73
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 392 . . . . . .
6Driver's seat belt reminder light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Anti-lock brake system warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Headlight indicator light 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 408
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Engine oil replacement reminder light 72
. . . . . . . . . .
16Slip indicator light 420, 422, 425, 427
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low engine oil pressure warning light 71
. . . . . . . . . .
18Discharge warning light 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
19Engine coolant temperature gauge
58
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Malfunction indicator lamp 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock indicator light 400
. . . . . . . .
25Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control system
indicator light 424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Rear height control indicator lights 417
. . . . . . . . . . .
28Security indicator light 14, 29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29SRS warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Trip meter reset knob 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low fuel level warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Low tire pressure warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Automatic transmission second start indicator light 400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged Parkº warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 73
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 392 . . . . . .
6Driver's seat belt reminder light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Anti-lock brake system warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Tail light indicator light 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 408
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Slip indicator light 420, 422, 425, 427
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Low engine oil pressure warning light 71
. . . . . . . . . .
17Discharge warning light 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Engine coolant temperature gauge 58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
19Malfunction indicator lamp
66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Center differential lock indicator light 400
. . . . . . . .
24Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . .
25Downhill assist control system
indicator light 424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Rear height control indicator lights 417
. . . . . . . . . . .
27Security indicator light 14, 29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28SRS warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Trip meter reset knob 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Low fuel level warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low tire pressure warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BPY011
BPY019
Shift while pressing the brake pedal.
(Ignition switch must be in the ONº position.)
OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER
SELECTOR LEVER POSITION
P: Parking, engine starting and key removal
position
R: Reverse position
N: Neutral position
D: Normal driving position
(shifting into overdrive possible)
4: Position for engine braking
(shifting into overdrive not possible)
3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking
L: Position for maximum engine braking
NOTE: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from \
Dº to 4º, engine braking will not be enabled
because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decre\
ase the vehicle speed, see page 410.
QUICK REFERENCE
3
3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

SECTION 3 ± 1
382
STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting and driving
Three-way catalytic converters383
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine exhaust caution 386
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before starting the engine 388
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch with steering lock 388
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake 390
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 391
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission 392
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Four-wheel drive system 400
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view monitor system 404
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control 408
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear height control air suspension 411
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic modulated suspension 418
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Active traction control system 419
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle stability control system 421
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Downhill assist control system 424
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hill-start assist control system 427
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system 429
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire pressure warning system 433
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators 443
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited-slip differential 444
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

STARTING AND DRIVING
392
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to
minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This
means you can only shift out of Pº position when the
brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in ONº
position. ()
31PY039

The shift position is displayed beside the selector lever
and on the instrument cluster.
P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position
R: Reverse position
N: Neutral position
D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible)
4: Position for engine braking (Shifting into overdrive not
possible)
When the cruise control is being used, even if you
downshift from Dº to 4º, engine braking will not be
enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For
the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page
410.
3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking
L: Position for maximum engine braking

STARTING AND DRIVING
395
(b) Using engine braking
To use the braking power of the engine, downshift the
transmission in the way described below:
1Shift into the 4º position. The transmission will downshift
to fourth gear and engine braking will be enabled.
When the cruise control is being used, even if you
downshift from Dº to 4º, engine braking will not be
enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. If
you need to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 410.
2Shift into the 3º position. The transmission will downshift
to third gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower
than the speed listed below and stronger engine braking
will be enabled.
Transfer Hº 133 km/h (83 mph) Lº 52 km/h (32 mph)
3Shift into the 2º position. The transmission will downshift
to second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes
lower than the speed listed below and more powerful
engine braking than that of 3º position will be enabled.
Transfer Hº 90 km/h (56 mph) Lº 35 km/h (22 mph)
4Shift into the Lº position. The transmission will downshift
to first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower
than the speed listed below and maximum engine braking
will be enabled.
Transfer Hº 47 km/h (29 mph) Lº 18 km/h (11 mph)
CAUTION
Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface.
The abrupt change in engine speed could cause the
vehicle to skid or spin.

STARTING AND DRIVING
402The indicator light tells when the differential lock is engaged.
Note that the differential is not still locked as long as the
indicator light remains off.
When
the operation is not completed, the indicator blinks. If the
indicator light does not go off when you push out the center
differential lock switch, drive straight ahead while accelerating
or decelerating, or drive in reverse.
The center differential lock system operation is not completed
within 5 seconds while the cruise control system is set, cancel
the cruise control system. To cancel the cruise control system,
see Cruise controlº on page 408. If the indicator light does not go off when you push out the
center differential lock button, drive straight ahead while
accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.
See (b) Shifting procedureº for further instructions.
Advice for driving on slippery roads in Lº (low speed
position) mode
If you shift the four-wheel drive control lever to Lº, the
automatic transmission lever to 2º when you drive in steep
off-road areas, the output of the brake can be controlled
effectively by the active traction control system, which assists
the driver to control the driving power of 4 wheels.
Use the Lº position of the automatic transmission lever for
maximum power and traction when your wheels get stuck or
when you drive down a steep incline. In the following cases,
the out put of the brake can be controlled by the active traction
control
system if the engine speed is under 3000 rpm (normally
engine speed is under 3000 rpm when the wheels get unstuck).
 The four-wheel drive control lever in the Lº position and the
automatic transmission lever in the Lº position or the
automatic transmission lever in the Dº or 2º with the
transmission downshifting to the first gear.
 The four-wheel drive control lever in the Lº position and the
automatic transmission lever in the Rº position
(As for the automatic transmission lever positions, see
Automatic transmissionº on page 392.)