wheel Lexus GX470 2006 Basic Functions In Frequent Use / LEXUS 2006 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60B99U)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain
aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and
maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing
data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data
in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event
Data Recorder (EDR).
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a
crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some
or all of the following information:
 Engine speed
 Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
 Vehicle speed
 To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
 Position of the transmission selector lever
 Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts
or not
 Driver’s seat position
 Front passenger’s occupant classification
 SRS airbag deployment data
 SRS airbag system diagnostic data If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC)
system,
its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another
EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include
activating the VSC under wh ich the VSC EDR will record
certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of
the following information:
 Behavior of the vehicle
 Steering wheel angle
 Vehicle speed
 To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
 To what extent the brake pedal was applied
 To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4
wheels
 Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose
of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data
recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as
conversation between passengers.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this
page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please
read this page and the rest of the Owner’s Manual
carefully to make sure you fully understand the operation
of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy
reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION — QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily
understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed
below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points
you should pay particular attention to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment
5. Exterior equipment
6. Occupant restraint systems
7. Steering wheel and mirrors
SECTION 2 — AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are
explained in detail. Be sure to read this Section so that you can
make full use of them.
SECTION 3 — STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features
affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe
driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything
in this Section, and remember — drive safely!

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Driving position memory switches
198
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 22
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 204 . . . . . .
6Side vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 30, 32, 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switches 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 43
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Audio system 232
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Multiinformation display 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls 214
. . . . . . . . . .
14Rear window defogger switch 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 55 . . . . . .
16“AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF”
indicator lights 169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Glove box 83
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Ashtray 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
19Cigarette lighter 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Seat heater switches 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
21Fourwheel drive control lever
356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic transmission selector lever 349 . . . . . . . .
23Parking brake lever 347
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock switch 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Power outlet (12 VDC) 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control switch 377
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Rear height control air suspension
switches 366. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Ignition switch 345
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30“2nd STRT” (second start) switch 355
. . . . . . . . . . . .
31Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 393 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Cruise control switch 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Audio remote control switches 250
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Instrument panel light control dial 74
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Hood lock release lever 100
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener 101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37“RSCA OFF” (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 174 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 39 . . . . . . .
39Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 82
. . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Driving position memory switches
198
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 22
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 204 . . . . . .
6Side vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 30, 32, 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switches 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 43
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Rear view monitor/navigation system display
including air conditioning controls and audio
system
(For the navigation system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) 358 . . . . . . .
12Multiinformation display 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
14Rear window defogger switch 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 55 . . . . . .
16“AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF”
indicator lights 169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Glove box 83
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Audio system
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
19Ashtray 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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20Cigarette lighter
80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Seat heater switches 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Fourwheel drive control lever 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Automatic transmission selector lever 349 . . . . . . . .
24Parking brake lever 347
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Center differential lock switch 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Power outlet (12 VDC) 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Downhill assist control switch 377
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Rear height control air suspension
switches 366. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Ignition switch 345
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31“2nd STRT” (second start) switch 355
. . . . . . . . . . . .
32Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 393 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Cruise control switch 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Speech command switch
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
35Audio remote control switches 250
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Instrument panel light control dial 74
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37Hood lock release lever 100
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38Fuel filler door opener 101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39“RSCA OFF” (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 174 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 39 . . . . . . .
41Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 82
. . . . . . . . . . . .

PICTORIAL INDEX
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SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL
Page
1Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch 202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Seat position, seat cushion
angle and height control
switch 115, 116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Seatback angle control
switch 115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Lumbar support control
switch 116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

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PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW
Page
1Rear window defogger38
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Back door 25
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Fuel filler door 101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Moon roof 103
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Windshield wiper and
washer 33, 558 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Outside rear view mirror 203 . . . . . . . .
7Side door 20
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Tire and wheel 523
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlights 30, 559
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Hood 100
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

BASIC OPERATION
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QUICK REFERENCE
Quick reference
Driver’s seat2
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel 2
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . .
Automatic transmission 3
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\

Headlight and turn signal switch 4
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiper and washer switch 5
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat position
Head restraint angle
Head restraint height Lumbar supportSeatback angle
Seat cushion height
Seat cushion angle

TILT STEERING WHEEL
 TELESCOPIC STEERING WHEEL
To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle, push
the control switch in the required direction and release the
button when the steering wheel reaches the desired angle.
To move the steering wheel to the desired position, push the
control switch away from you or pull it toward you until the
steering wheel reaches the desired position.
BPY0 20
(7.2/5.5)
BPY0 21
(7.2/59.5)
QUICK REFERENCE
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1. DRIVER’S SEAT 2. STEERING WHEEL

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
52IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
DO THIS.
(e)orTake vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
(f)or
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
If brake system
warning light is also
on, stop immediately
and contact Lexus
dealer.
(g)Close all side doors
and back door.
(h)Shift four− wheel drive
control out of “N”.
(i)Stop and check.
IF THIS INDICATOR OR BUZZER COMES ON...DO THIS.
(j)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
(k)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
(l)Stop immediately and
contact Lexus dealer.
(m)Stop and check.
(n)Replace engine oil.
(o)
Adjust tire inflation
pressure. If light
remains, contact
Lexus dealer.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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(f) “ABS” Warning Light
The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
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 “ABS” 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 “ABS” 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. If 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 “ON” 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 “ABS” 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 antilock 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 “ON” 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.