air conditioning Lexus GX470 2008 Do-it-yourself maintenance / LEXUS 2008 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60D82U)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for US owners and seat belt in-
structions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of informat ion contained in this manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ................... 135
Headlight switch ............................ 135
Fog light switch .............................. 137
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 138
Rear window wiper and washer............................................... 141
2-4. Using other driving systems.... 142 Cruise control ................................ 142
Four-wheel drive system............ 146
Rear height control air suspension..................................... 149
Electronic modulated suspension..................................... 156
DAC (Downhill Assist Control system)............................................ 157
Driving assist systems.................. 159
2-5. Driving information ................... 163 Off-road precautions .................. 163
Cargo and luggage ...................... 168
Vehicle load limits ......................... 174
Winter driving tips ........................ 176
Trailer towing .................................. 180
Dinghy towing ................................ 190 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger ............. 192
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 192
Rear cooler syst em....................... 198
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ............. 199
3-2. Using the audio system............ 201 Audio system type ........................ 201
Using the radio.............................. 203
Using the CD player...................... 211
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................................. 218
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 224
Using the AUX adapter ............ 227
Using the steering switches ..... 228
3-3. Using the rear audio system ........................................ 231
Rear seat entertainment system features (if equipped)
................. 231
Using the DVD player (DVD video)................................ 236
Using the DVD player (video CD) ................................... 243
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ................ 245
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Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ................................. 246
Using the video mode ............... 248
Changing the initial setting ...... 249
3-4. Using the interior lights .......... 256 Interior lights list............................ 256
3-5. Using the storage features .... 259 List of storage fe atures............... 259
3-6. Other interior features........... 264 Sun visors......................................... 264
Vanity mirror .................................. 265
Clock ................................................. 266
Outside temperature display ........................................... 268
Ashtrays ........................................... 269
Cigarette lighter ............................ 271
Power outlet ................................... 272
Seat heaters .................................... 274
Armrest ............................................ 276
Floor mats........................................ 277
Luggage compartment features .......................................... 278
Garage door opener ................... 281
Compass......................................... 286
Lexus Link System ...................... 290 4-1. Maintenance and care............ 306
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......................... 306
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior........................... 308
4-2. Maintenance................................ 311 Maintenance requirements ........ 311
General maintenance ................. 313
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 316
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 317 Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 317
Hood................................................. 320
Engine compartment................... 321
Tires ................................................... 336
Tire inflation pressure................. 343
Wheels.............................................. 347
Air conditioning filter.................. 349
Wireless remote control battery ............................................. 351
Rear seat entertainment system controller ...................... 353
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 355
Light bulbs ....................................... 365
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
With navigation systemTrip-information display P. 132
Air conditioning
system
Without navigation system
Navigation system*
Audio system
P. 201
Trip-information display P. 132
Air conditioning
system
P. 192
Audio system
P. 201

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2-5. Driving information
●Note that when making a turn, the tr ailer wheels will be closer than the
vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making a
larger than normal turning radius.
● Crosswinds and rough roads will ad versely affect handling of your
vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Periodically check the rear to prepare
for being passed by large trucks or buses, which may cause your vehi-
cle and trailer to sway. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel,
reduce speed immediately but grad ually, and steer straight ahead.
Never increase speed. If you make no extreme correction with the
steering or brakes, your vehi cle and trailer will stabilize.
● Take care when passing other vehi cles. Passing requires considerable
distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your
trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes.
● In order to maintain efficient eng ine braking and electrical charging
performance, do not use overdrive. Transmission shift range position
must be in “4”.
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may overheat
on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C] when driving up a
long or steep grade. If the eng ine coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating, immediately turn off th e air conditioning (if in use), pull
your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot. (
P. 4 0 8 )

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger .... 192
Automatic air conditioning system ...................................... 192
Rear cooler system ................. 198
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ............................... 199
3-2. Using the audio system ........................... 201
Audio system type................... 201
Using the radio....................... 203
Using the CD player ............... 211
Playing MP3 and WMA discs .......................................... 218
Optimal use of the audio system ..................................... 224
Using the AUX adapter ....... 227
Using the steering switches ................................. 228
3-3. Using the rear audio system ............................ 231
Rear seat entertainment system features ..................... 231
Using the DVD player (DVD video) .......................... 236
Using the DVD player (video CD) ............................. 243
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 245 Using the DVD player
(MP3 discs) .......................... 246
Using the video mode........... 248
Changing the initial setting ..................................... 249
3-4. Using the interior lights ............................. 256
Interior lights list .................... 256
3-5. Using the storage features ........................ 259
List of storage features......... 259
3-6. Other interior features ........................ 264
Sun visors ................................. 264
Vanity mirror ........................... 265
Clock ......................................... 266
Outside temperature display..................................... 268
Ashtrays.................................... 269
Cigarette lighte r ...................... 271
Power outlet ............................ 272
Seat heaters ............................. 274
Armrest ..................................... 276
Floor mats ................................. 277
Luggage compartment features .................................. 278
Garage door opener ............. 281
Compass .................................. 286
Lexus Link System ................. 290

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tempera-
ture setting.
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Without navigation system
Automatic mode Driver’s side temperature display
Fan speed
Off
Airflow display
Passenger’s side temperature display
Changes the air outlets used
Driver’s side temperature control Air conditioning ON/OFF switch
Outside air or
recirculated mode Winds hield defog ger
Passenger’s side temperature control
Fan speed display
Dual operation switch

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Using the automatic mode
Press .
The air conditioning system will begi n to operate. Air outlets and
fan speed are automatically adju sted according to the tempera-
ture setting.
Press  to increase the temperature and  to decrease the tem-
perature on the .
The temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be set sepa-
rately.
Adjusting the settings
■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Press  to increase the temperature and  to decrease the tempera-
ture on the .
Press  (increase) or  (decrease) on the to separately adjust the
temperature for the passenger and driver sides (dual mode). Press to
return the driver and passenger side temperatures to the same setting
(simultaneous mode).
The air conditioning system switches between dual and simultaneous
modes each time is pressed.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Press  (increase) or  (decrease) on the button.
Press to turn the fan off.
STEP1
STEP2

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Changing the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time the
button is pressed.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between (recycles air inside the vehicle) and
(introduces air from outside the vehicle) modes each time the button
is pressed.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Defogging the windshield
Press
.
The air conditioning system control
operates automatically.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent
Side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob right to open the
vent and left to close the vent