Lexus GX470 2008 Owner's Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not press the accelera-
tor pedal while starting the engine under any c

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When driving
Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■Shifting the shift lever
While the engine switch is in the “ON”

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2-1. Driving procedures
■Selecting second start mode
Use the second start mode for accelerating and driving on slippery
road surfaces, such as on snow. 
Press the “2nd STRT” switch.
To cance

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When driving
■Downshifting restrictions
Keep the engine rpm from going into the red zone. The maximum allowable speed
is as follows: 
■When driving with the cruise co

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2-1. Driving procedures
Turn signal lever
■Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■If the indicators flash faster than usual
Check that a light bulb i

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When driving
Parking brake
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components over-
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2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters
The units used on the speedometer may differ depending on the target
region.
 
The following gauges and meters illuminate when the engine switch is
in the

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2-2. Instrument cluster
2
When drivingInstrument panel light controlThe brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.  Brighter
Darker
Odometer
Displays the total distance the vehicle

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2-2. Instrument cluster
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indi-
cates the maximum engine s

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center
panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s
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