rear view mirror LEXUS LX470 2007 User Guide

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1-3. Adjustable components
Outside rear view mirrors
Folding the mirrorsPress the switch.
Pressing again will extend the mir-
rors.
Mirror angle can be adjusted using th e switch when the ignition key is in
“ACC” or “ON” position.
Select the mirror to adjust
(“L”: left or “R”: right)
Adjust the mirror up, down,
in, or out using the switch
■When the mirrors are fogged up
Turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers to defog the mirrors. ( P. 1 8 2 )
■Auto anti-glare function
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to “AUTO” mode, the outside rear
view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to
reduce reflected light. ( P. 3 1 )

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1-3. Adjustable components
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Before driving
■Linked mirror function when reversing
The outside rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle
is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground. However, this function will
not operate when the mirror select switch is in the neutral position (neither “L” nor
“R” selected).
■One-touch adjustment of the mirror angle
A desired mirror face angle can be entere d to memory and adjusted with the touch
of a button. ( P. 2 1 )
CAUTION
■While driving
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in losing control of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the mirrors.
●Do not drive with the mirrors folded back.
●Before driving, be sure to extend mirrors and make an adjustment properly.
■When the mirror defoggers are operating
Do not touch the mirror surface as the mirror surface becomes hot.
NOTICE
■If ice should jam the mirror
Do not operate the control or scrape the mi rror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the
mirror.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
■When driving the vehicle
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a
steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec-
tiveness. (P. 9 9 )
●When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking brake to
prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident.
●Be careful when driving on slippery surfaces, as the vehicle may spin or skid when
downshifting, rapidly accelerating, braking or turning.
●Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside
rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents that may
result in death or serious injury.
●Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bodies are
not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do
not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability
tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and
possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on
your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.
●If you drive through deep water over ab out 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the
vehicle height in the HI (High) mode with the active height select switch and then
turn off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch.
Drive your vehicle at 30 km/h (19 mph) or lower speed.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
■Rain drop sensor
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
■In extremely hot or cold weather
The system will turn off if the windshield gets extremely hot (at more than 194F
[90 C]) or cold (at less than -22 F [-30C]).
■Windshield wiper features
●The rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn on
when you operate the wipers.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. drip prevention function) can be changed. (P. 3 8 9 )
CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpect edly if the sensor is touched or the
windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your fingers or
anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
The sensor judges the amount of raindrops.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
Rear view monitor system (if equipped)
■Displayed area
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of
the view behind the vehicle while reversing. The image is displayed in
reverse on the screen. This allows the image to appear in the same manner
as that of the rear view mirror.
Rear view image is displayed
when the shift lever is in “R”.
If you move the lever out of “R”,
the screen returns to the previ-
ous one.
The area covered by the camera is limited.
Objects which are close to either corner of
the bumper or under the bumper cannot be
seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may vary
according to vehicle orientation or road con-
ditions.
Corner of bumper

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■Observe these precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or seri-
ous injuries.
●Never depend solely on the monitor system when reversing.
●Always check visually and with the mirrors to confirm your intended path is clear.
●Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual dis-
tances.
●Do not use the system if the back door is open.
■Conditions which may affect the rear view monitor system
●If the back of the vehicle is hit, the camera's position and mounting angle may
change. Contact your Lexus dealer.
●Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in
cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
●If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with water and
wipe with a soft cloth. If extremely dirty, wash with a mild cleanser and rinse.
●The displayed image may be darker and mo ving images may be slightly distorted
when the system is cold.

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2-5. Driving information
■Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●The vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (P. 3 0 2 )
●Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recommenda-
tion.
●All trailer lights work.
●All lights work each time you connect them.
●The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
●The vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not
drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue load, overloading,
worn suspension, or other possible causes.
●The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
●The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or local
regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for towing pur-
poses.
■Break-in schedule
Lexus recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new
power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) to
tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to
the additional load. (See “Warranty and Services Guide/ Owner’s Manual Sup-
plement/ Scheduled Maintenance”.)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ........... 172
Automatic air conditioning system (without navigation
system).......................................... 172
Rear air conditioning controls........................................ 180
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers........... 182
3-2. Using the audio system ......... 183 Audio system type (without navigation system) .................. 183
Using the radio ............................ 185
Using the cassette player........ 194
Using the CD player .................. 197
Optimal use of the audio system ......................................... 204
Using the steering switches ...................................... 206
Rear seat audio system .......... 209 3-3. Using the interior lights ........ 212
Interior lights list .......................... 212
3-4. Using the storage features ................................... 215
List of storage features ............ 215
3-5. Other interior features......... 221 Sun visors ....................................... 221
Vanity mirror ............................... 222
Clock.............................................. 223
Outside temperature display ......................................... 224
Ashtrays ........................................ 225
Cigarette lighter ........................ 227
Power outlet ................................ 228
Seat heaters ................................ 230
Coat hooks .................................. 232
Armrest ......................................... 233
Floor mats .................................... 234
Luggage compartment features....................................... 235
Garage door opener............... 237
Compass....................................... 242
Lexus Link System .................... 246

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
■Operating conditions
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfac es, as they can become very hot and burn
you.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
■ Rear window defogger switch
ON/OFF
■ Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
ON/OFF

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3-5. Other interior features
Compass (if equipped)
The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which
the vehicle is heading.
■ Operation
To turn the compass on or off,
push “AUTO” for longer than 3
seconds.
■ Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
NNorth
NENortheast
EEast
SESoutheast
SSouth
SWSouthwest
WWe s t
NWNorthwest