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

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Folding rear view mirrors
To fold the rear view mirror, push backward.
The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in
compact areas.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the
driver and passenger side rear view mirrors must be
extended and properly adjusted before driving.
INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your
vehicle in the mirror.
Pushing the ªMIRRORº switch changes the mode
between AUTO and DAY.
The indicator comes on when the automatic function mode is
selected.
DAY mode: The mirror surface is normal.
AUTO mode: If the mirror detects light from the headlights
of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface darkens
slightly to reduce the reflected light.
When the ignition key is inserted and turned on, the inside rear
view mirror always turns on in the automatic function mode.

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When the outside air temperature is low, it may take a little
longer for the mirror to darken in response to the detection of
headlights.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle
and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
To ensure correct functioning of anti±glare mirror sensors
located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover
the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc.
Compass
The compass indicates the direction in which the vehicle
is heading. The illustration shown above indicates the
vehicle is heading north.
Push the ªCOMPº switch to turn the compass system on
and off.
If the ignition switch was turned off with the system on, the
system
will automatically turn back on when the ignition switch
is turned on.

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Directions
N
NE E
SE S
SW W
NWNorth
Northeast East
Southeast South
Southwest West
Northwest
The compass may not show the correct direction in the
following conditions:
 The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped.
 The ignition switch is turned off immediately after turning.
 The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
 The vehicle is in a place where the earth's magnetic field is
subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields
(underground parking, under a steel tower, between
buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large vehicle,
etc.).
 The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal
object on or near the inside rear view mirror.)
 The battery has been disconnected. If your vehicle is out of the set zone, refer to ªCalibrating the
compassº in this Section to set the zone number.
If the deviation is small, the compass works to calibrate the
direction automatically while the vehicle is in motion.
For additional precision or for complete calibrating, see
ªCalibrating the compassº below.

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If the direction is not indicated or the system does not operate
properly, contact your Lexus dealer.

Compass sensor
NOTICE
Do not put magnets or a metal object on or near the
inside rear view mirror of the vehicle. Doing this maycause malfunction of the compass sensor in the mirror.

STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS
238Calibrating the compass (deviation calibration)
The direction display on the compass deviates from the true
direction determined by the earth's magnetic field. The angle
of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the
vehicle.
To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold
the ªCOMPº switch until the zone number appears on the
display. Then push the ªCOMPº switch, referring to the
following map to select the number of the zone where the
vehicle is.
16Z001
Samoa: 5 Guam: 8 Saipan: 8


Zone numbers

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Leaving the system after the calibration for several seconds,
the direction will appear on the display. It shows the zone
number is set.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
Calibrating the compass (circling calibration)
To rectify the compass, stop the vehicle and push and hold the
ªCOMPº switch until ªCº appears on the display.
There is also a case that ªCº appears on the display in case of
the drastic change of the magnetic field.
Drive the vehicle slowly (at 8 km/h [5
mph] or lower) in a circle
until the direction is displayed. If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the block until the direction is
displayed.
After driving in 1 to 3 circles in the above method, calibration
is complete with the direction shown on the display.

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240Perform
circling calibration just after you have purchased
your Lexus. And then always perform circling calibration
after the battery has been removed, replaced or
disconnected.
 Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place
where the earth's magnetic field is subject to interference by
artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel
tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing,
near a large vehicle, etc.).
 During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon
roof, power windows, etc.) as they may interfere with the
calibration.
CAUTION
When doing the circling calibration, be sure to secure
a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles
in the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic
rules while performing circling calibration.
 Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
VANITY MIRRORS
To use the vanity mirrors, swing the sun visor down and
slide the cover.
The vanity light comes on when you slide the cover.

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AUDIO
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The display can show up to 12 letters at once. If the CD title
or music title is longer than 12 letters, hold down the button for
longer
than 1 second. The letters after the 12th one are shown.
However, 24 letters at maximum can be shown on the display.
When you push this button for longer than 1 second or play no
operation for about 6 seconds with the letters after the 13th one
on the display, the display returns and shows the first 12 letters.
Even if the CD title or music title is longer than 24 letters, the
display can show up to 24 letters.
(i) If the player malfunctions
If the player or another unit equipped with the player
malfunctions, your audio system will display one of the four
following error messages.
If ªWAITº appears on the display: It indicates that the inside
of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambient
temperature. Remove the CD from the player and allow the
player to cool down.
If ªERROR 1º appears on the display: It indicates that the CD
is dirty, damaged, or it was inserted up±side down. Clean the
CD or insert it correctly.
If ªERROR 3º or ªERROR 4º appears on the display: It
indicates there is a trouble inside the system. Eject the CD.
If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer.
Audio remote controls (steering switches)
The switches are installed on the left side of the steering wheel.
ªMODEº switch: Use this switch to turn on or off the audio
system, or change the audio mode.
 To turn on the system, push the switch briefly. To turn off the
system, push and hold the switch until you hear a beep.
 To change the audio mode, turn on the system and push the
switch briefly. If a tape or CD is not inserted, the ªTAPEº or
ªCDº mode is skipped.

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height
and steering wheel angle.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all doors.
5. Fasten seat belts.
Remember to check that the service reminder indicators
function when turning the key to ªONº, and check the fuel
gauge to see that you have sufficient fuel.
IGNITION SWITCH
ªSTARTº Ð Starter motor on. The key will return to the
ªONº position when released.
For starting tips, see page 401.
ªONº Ð Engine on and all accessories on.
This is the normal driving position.
NOTICE
Do not leave the key in the ªONº position if the engineis not running. The battery will discharge and theelectronic ignition system could be damaged.