change LEXUS LX470 2006 User Guide

SWITCHES
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REAR WINDOW WIPER ANDWASHER SWITCH
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 1Washer on during wiping 2Washer on
To turn the wipers on, twist the knob at the end of the lever.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
There are 2 settings:
“LO” position: Intermittent operation
“HI” position: Normal operation
If you stop the vehicle with the rear window wiper switch in the
“ON” position, the wiper speed automatically changes from low
speed to intermittent operation speed. If you shift the selector lever
to the “R” position while the
windshield wipers are operating or for 17 seconds after the
windshield wipers stop operating, the rear window wiper will
activate once.*
NOTE: *This feature can be deactivated. Ask your Lexus
dealer for details.
To make the washer squirt, twist the knob downward to
position 2.
The rear wiper will automatically make 3 wipes and then a
single wipe later to sweep the rear window completely.
To make the washer squirt while operating in “ON”
position, twist the knob upward to position 1.
The knob automatically returns from these positions after you
release it.
If the rear window wiper is off, it will operate a couple of times
after the washer squirt.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes very low.
For information on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer
fluid” on page 458.
NOTICE
Do not operate the rear window wiper if the rear window
is dry. It may scratch the glass.

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FUEL GAUGE
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Low fuel level warning light
The gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank when the ignition switch is on.
It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.
If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light\
comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level
warning light may come on earlier than usual.
If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the
indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible. See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended
fuel selection.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
13X501
 Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool.

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TACHOMETER
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The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of
rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to
prevent engine overrevving.
Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive
engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most
cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel
economy.
NOTICE
Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This
may cause severe engine damage.
ODOMETER AND TRIP METER
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“ODO/TRIP” knob
This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To
change the mode indication, push the “ODO/TRIP” knob
briefly. Each time you push the knob, the mode changes
in order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B,
then back to the odometer, etc.
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has
been driven. The twin trip meter records two different
distances independently.
For example, you can use one meter to calculate the fuel
economy and the other to measure the distance on each trip.
To set the A trip meter to zero, display the A meter reading,
push the knob and hold it. The same applies for the B trip
meter.
The data of trip meters will be cancelled if the electrical power
source is disconnected.

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(l) Vehicle Stability Control System andActive Traction Control System Warning
Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
vehicle stability control system and active traction control
system.
If the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and “VSC OFF” indicator light
come on, have your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer as soon
as possible. However, it is no problem that the “VSC/TRAC”
warning light comes on when the brake actuator temperature
becomes high. (For details, see “Active traction control
system” on page 288.)
The lights will stay on with the ignition key turned to “ON”, and
will go off after about a few seconds.
The lights may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is
turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a
while.
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the lights.
It is normal if they go out after a few seconds.
When the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and “VSC OFF” indicator
light come on, the vehicle stability control system and/or active
traction control system do not operate, but there is no problem
to continue your driving.
(m) Variable Gear Ratio Steering System Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
variable gear ratio steering system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”
and will go off after a few seconds.
If the light comes on while driving, the system is not working.
Although conventional steering operates when maneuvered,
a larger degree of wheel maneuvering (than at the time when
the system is functioning properly) is needed when driving at
low speed. At this time, the center position of the steering
wheel could be changed. Although it is no problem to continue
driving, have your vehicle repaired at your Lexus dealer.
In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer:
 The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is
turned to “ON”.
 The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned
to “ON”.
 The warning light comes on while driving.
The light will flash if you disconnect and reconnect the battery
terminal. This is because the system is reset temporarily.
However, it is no problem to drive. To turn off the light, drive for
a short while. The system will be set automatically and return
to normal.

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The following service reminder indicators go off after a few
seconds.

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The following service reminder indicat
or goes off after about 6
seconds.
The anti −lock brake system warning light, vehicle stability
control system off indicator light and vehicle stability control
system and active traction control system warning light may
stay on for about 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to
the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a while.
If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not
function as described above, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
TRIP INFORMATION DISPLAY (Vehicles without navigation system)
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The following information is shown with the ignition
switch turned on. Each time you push the “MODE” button,
the displayed information is changed.
 Average vehicle speed
 Driving distance after engine starting
 Available driving range
 Average fuel consumption after being refueled
 Current fuel consumption
The displayed trip information values indicate the general
driving condition and may not always reflect precise and actual
conditions.

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The unit shown on the display can be changed using the
following procedure:
1. Hold down the “MODE” button until the unit flashes.
2. Push the “RESET” button to change the unit.
3. Push the “MODE” button.
When you change the unit shown on the trip information
display, the unit on the outside temperature display is also
changed.
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTCONTROL
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To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
turn the dial.
When the surroundings are dark and when the headlight
switch is in the first or second click stop, you can also adjust
the brightness of the displays on the clock and audio and air
conditioning systems using this dial.

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INTERIOR LIGHTS
Front
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To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.
With the switch in the “DOOR” position, the light comes on
when any door is opened or when the ignition key is turned to
“LOCK”. After all the doors are closed, the light remains on for
about 15 seconds and then goes out.*
However, in the following cases, the light goes out
immediately:
1. All the doors are closed when the ignition key is in “ACC” or
“ON” position.
2. The ignition key is turned to “ACC” or “ON” when the light
is still on.
3. All the doors are locked when the light is still on. 4. One door is closed with the lock button pushed in while the
other doors are locked.
NOTE: * The interior lights can be set not to come on or the
duration of lighting can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer
for details.
Rear
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To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.
With the switch in the “DOOR” position, the light comes on
when the rear door or back door is opened. The light goes out
immediately when the rear door and back door are closed.

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IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT
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For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch
light comes on when any of the doors are opened.
The light remains on for about 15 seconds and goes out after
all the doors are closed. However, the light goes out
immediately when all the doors are locked or the ignition key
is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
CLOCK
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The digital clock indicates the time when the ignition key
is at the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour, press
the “H” button. To reset the minutes, press the “M”
button. To adjust the time to the nearest hour, press the
“:00” button.
For example, if the “:00” button is pressed when the time is
between 9:30 − 9:59 or between 10:01 − 10:29, the time will
change to 10:00.
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the
clock, the time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
When the headlight switch is in the first or second click stop,
you can also adjust the brightness of the display using the
instrument panel light control dial.

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
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This display shows the outside temperature when the
ignition switch is on.
The displayed temperature ranges from −30C (− 22F) up to
50 C (122F). If the temperature does not appear on the
display or it shows “− − ”, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
When the headlight switch is in the first or second click stop,
you can also adjust the brightness of the display using the
instrument panel light control dial.
The unit shown on the display can be changed. For details,
see “Trip information display” on page 63.
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY
Front
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To use the cigarette lighter, press in the cigarette lighter.
After it finishes heating up, it automatically pops out ready
for use.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in.
If the engine is not running, the ignition key must be in the
“ACC” position to use the lighter.
When finished with your cigarette, thoroughly extinguish it in
the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire.
After using the ashtray, close the lid completely.
To remove the ashtray, press down on the lock spring plate and
pull out.
Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for
replacement.

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The battery side of the hand
−held transmitter must be pointed
away from the HomeLink
 during the programming process.
For Canadian users, follow the procedure in “Programming an
entrance gate/Programming all devices in the Canadian
market”.
1. Decide which of 3 HomeLink
 buttons you want to program.
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HomeLink
2 Handheld garage transmitter
325 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.)
2. Place your hand− held garage transmitter 25 to 75 mm (1 to
3 in.) away from the surface of the HomeLink
.
Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink
 in view while
programming.
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3. Simultaneously press and hold the hand −held garage
transmitter button along with the selected HomeLink button.
Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed.
4. When the indicator light on the HomeLink
 changes from a
slow to a rapid flash after 20 seconds, you can release both
buttons.