fuses Lexus GX470 2008 Operating the lights and windshield wipers / LEXUS 2008 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60D82U)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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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Maintenance and care4
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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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine oil level (P. 3 2 3 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 3 5 5 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Power steering fluid level ( P. 3 3 1 )
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
•Rag or paper towel
• Clean funnel
Radiator and condenser ( P. 3 2 9 )
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 3 4 3 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( P. 3 3 5 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.
Driver’s side instrument panel Remove the lid.STEP1
STEP2

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
FuseAmpereCircuit
22ACC7. 5
Shift lock control system, power out-
let, outside rear view mirror, audio
system, navigation system, power
rear view mirrors, trip information
display, rear view monitor system
23CIG10Cigarette lighter
24POWER OR
TI&TE30Power windows, moon roof, tilt and
telescopic steering
■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. ( P. 365)
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
■If there is an overload in the circuits
The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
●Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause damage, and possibly a fire or injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any other
object in place of a fuse.
●Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
This can cause extensive damage or even fire.
●Do not modify fuses or the fuse box.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus
dealer.

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Alphabetical index
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................................405
If you have a flat tire ...........................391
If you lose your keys.........................404
If you think something is wrong ....................................................377
If your vehicle becomes stuck...... 410
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 372
If your vehicle overheats ............... 408
Engine Compartment ....................................... 321
Engine switch.......................................... 118
Hood........................................................ 320
How to start the engine..................... 118
If the engine will not start........................................................ 402
Overheating........................................ 408
Engine compartment cover ............. 322
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 126
Engine coolant Capacity ...................................................416
Checking ............................................... 328
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 176
Engine immobilizer system.................. 70
Engine oil Capacity ...................................................415
Checking ............................................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 176
Engine oil maintenance data............ 326
Event data recorder ............................ 379 First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 279
Flat key ......................................................... 22
Floor mats .................................................277
Fluid
Brake ....................................................... 330
Power steering ..................................... 331
Washer................................................... 335
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 137
Wattage ................................................. 420
Foot light .................................................. 256
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light .....................................385
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 90
Front seats Adjustment ............................................... 34
Driving position memory ..................45
Front turn signal lights Wattage ................................................. 420
Fuel Capacity .................................................. 414
Fuel gauge .............................................. 126
Gas station information ................. 460
Information ............................................. 421
Refueling .................................................... 67
Fuel door ......................................................67
Fuel filler door ............................................67
Fuses .......................................................... 355F

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Alphabetical index
Rear window defogger ........................ 199
Rear window wiper and washer ........141
Replacing Fuses ........................................................ 355
Light bulbs ............................................ 365
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..........................................442
Roof luggage carrier ............................168
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ........................49
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .......................................................52
Child restraint system installation ............................................. 98
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts..................................... 309
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ........................................................52
How to wear your seat belt..............49
How your child should wear the seat belt.......................................... 53
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use......................... 53
Reminder light.....................................385
Seat belt extenders .............................. 53
Seat belt pretensioners.......................52
Seat heaters............................................. 274
Seating capacity ..................................... 174 Seats
Seat adjustment ..................................... 34
Adjustment precautions ....................35
Child seats/child restraint system installation..............................98
Cleaning ................................................ 308
Driver’s seat position memory ....... 45
Folding up the third seat.................... 39
Head restraint ......................................... 47
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 75
Seat heaters .......................................... 274
Removing the third seat..................... 42
Tumbling the second seat ................ 37
Security indicator................................... 130
Service reminder indicators ............. 130
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 403
Shift lock system ....................................403
Side airbags.................................................77
Side marker lights Switch........................................................ 135
Side mirror Adjusting and folding..........................59
Mirror position memory .................... 45
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................. 419
Spark plug................................................. 416
Specifications .......................................... 412
Speedometer .......................................... 126
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