lock Lexus GX470 2005 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / LEXUS 2005 GX470 (OM60B11U) Owner's Guide

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The automatic light control sensor is on top of the driver's side
instrument panel.
Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not
affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor.
When the headlights are on, they automatically turn off about
30 seconds after any side door is opened and closed with the
ignition key turned to the ªACCº or ªLOCKº position.* If you
want to turn off the lights immediately, push the ªLOCKº button
on the wireless remote control key twice. The lights also can
be turned off immediately by pushing the ªLOCKº button on the
wireless remote control key with all the doors locked.
NOTE:* The time before turning off the lights can be changed.Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
If any of the side door is kept opened, the lights automatically
turn off after 30 minutes.
When the headlight switch is on with all the doors locked,
pushing the ªLOCKº button on the wireless remote control key
turns off the headlights.
If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the
headlight switch is off.
Daytime Running Light System
The daytime running light system make your front turn signal
lights turn on when the parking brake is released with the
engine started and the headlights are turned off. They will not
go off until the ignition switch is turned off.

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38Twist the interval adjuster upward to increase the wiping
time
interval between sweeps, and downward to decrease
it.
The wiper lever must be in the ªINTº 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 ªLOº position,
the wiper speed automatically changes from low speed to
variable 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 ªOFFº 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 ªAdding
washer fluidº on page 618.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before
using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could
block your vision.

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42To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the ªOFFº 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 ªAdding
washer fluidº on page 618.
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 mayscratch the glass.

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POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

1For driver's window
2For front passenger's window
3For left rear window
4For right rear window
To raise or lower the windows, use the switch on each
door. The passengers' windows can also be controlled by
the switches on the driver's door.
The power windows work when the ignition key is in the ªONº
position.
Key off operation: Even if the ignition key is turned to the
ªACCº or ªLOCKº position with all the doors closed, the window
can be operated until a front door is opened (or for 43 seconds).
Operating the switches
To raise or lower the window, pull the switch halfway up or
push it halfway down.
Automatic operation: To fully raise or lower the window
automatically, pull the switch fully up or push it fully down.
To stop the window partway, lightly push or pull the switch in the
opposite direction and then release it.

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Operating the window lock switch

Indicator lights
With the window lock switch pressed in, only the driver's
window can be raised or lowered.
The indicator lights on the switch tell you which of the switches
can be operated.
Operating the windows from outside the
vehicle
The windows can be operated using an ignition key.*
NOTE:* This feature can be deactivate.Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

Close
Open
Insert the ignition key into the key hole on the driver's
door.
To close the windows: Turn the key in the locking direction
and hold it.
After the doors are locked, the windows begin to close. To stop
in the middle, return the key.

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50To open the windows: Turn the key in the unlocking direction
and hold it.
After
the door is unlocked, the windows begin to open. To stop
in the middle, return the key.
The windows also can be opened using the wireless remote
control. For details, see page 19.
Jam protection function
During automatic raising operation or key off raising operation,
the window stops and is lowered if something gets caught
between the window and window frame.
If the window receives a strong impact, this function may work
even if nothing is caught.
If the battery is disconnected or run down
The power windows may not operate automatically and the jam
protection function will not function correctly after you
reconnect, replace or recharge the battery. At this time, the
indicator lights of the switches will flash. In any of these cases,
you should normalize the power windows.
To normalize the power windows:
1. Push down the power window switches of each door and
lower the windows halfway. 2. Pull up the switches until the windows close and hold the
switches for a second.
Make sure that the windows open and close automatically. If
the power windows cannot be operated properly, have it
checked by your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the
following.

Before you close the power windows, always make
sure there is nobody around the power windows. You
must also make sure the heads, hands and other
parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept
completely inside the vehicle. If someone's neck,
head or hands get caught in a closing window, it
could result in death or serious injury. When anyone
closes the power windows, make sure he or she
operates the windows safely.
 When small children are in the vehicle, never let them
use the power window switches without supervision.
Use the window lock switch to prevent them from
making unexpected use of the switches.
 Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave
your vehicle.

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(a) Brake System Warning Light and Buzzer
This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key
is in the ªONº position.
 When the parking brake is applied...
This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is
in the ªONº position even after the parking brake is released.
 When the brake fluid level is low...
CAUTION
It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the
brake fluid level is low.
When the hydraulic brake booster fails...
If the hydraulic booster causes a problem resulting in poor
braking performance, the warning light comes on and buzzer
sounds continuously.
Have your vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer in the
following cases:
 The light does not come on even if the parking brake is
applied when the ignition key is in the ªONº position.
 The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned
on with the parking brake released.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If any of the following conditions occurs, immediately
stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
 The light does not turn off even after the parking
brake is released while the engine is running.
 The warning buzzer comes on together with the
warning light.
In either case, this can indicate that the brakes may not
work properly and your stopping distance will become
longer. Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the
vehicle to an immediate stop.
 The brake system warning light remains on together
with the ªABSº warning light.
In this case, not only the anti±lock brake system will fail,
but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking.

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At this time, vibration may occur. However, if you depress the
accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system
is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is
turned to ªACCº or ªLOCKº position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erroneous pedal
operation.
Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the
malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Lexus
dealer to check your vehicle's emission control system and
OBD (On±Board Diagnostics) system before taking your
vehicle for the inspection.
For details, see ªEmissions inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programsº on page 532.
(f) ªABSº Warning Light
The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ªONº
position. If the anti±lock brake system and the brake assist
system work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds.
Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light
comes on again.
When the ªABSº warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the following systems do not operate, but
the brake system still operates conventionally.

Anti±lock brake system
 Brake assist system
 Active traction control system
 Vehicle stability control system
 Downhill assist control system
 Hill±start assist control
When the ªABSº warning light is on (and the brake system
warning light is off), the anti±lock brake system does not
operate, so that the wheels will lock up during a sudden braking
or braking on slippery road surfaces.

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68If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates
a malfunction somewhere in the components monitored
by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.

The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned
to the ªONº position, or remains on.
 The light comes on while you are driving.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the ªABSº warning light remains on together with the
brake system warning light, immediately stop your
vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
In this case, not only the anti±lock brake system will fail
but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking.
Either of the following conditions may occur, but do not
indicate a malfunction:
 The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the ignition
key is turned to the ªONº position. It is normal if it turns off
after a while.
 Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the
light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds.
(g) Open Door Warning Light
This light remains on until all the side doors and back door are
completely closed.
(h) Unengaged ªParkº Warning Light
This light warns that the transmission ªParkº mechanism is not
engaged. If the four±wheel drive control is in the ªNº position
while the selector lever is in the ªPº position, the transmission
will disengage and the wheels will not lock.
CAUTION
To restore the park function, shift the four±wheel drive
control out of ªNº.

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NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is brokenor loose.
(m) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road
to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Lexus
dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or
it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for
concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated
slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It
is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must
be checked using the oil level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on Ð
even for one block. It may ruin the engine.