steering wheel LEXUS LX570 2015 Owners Manual

6473-5. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■ To adjust the message reading out volume
Touch “-” or “+”, turn the “PWR•VOL” knob, or use the volume switch
on the steering wheel.
■ Replying a message (Quick reply)
Touch “Reply” on the desired mes-
sage screen.
Touch the desired message. Touch
“Send”. While the message is being sent, a
sending message screen is dis-
played.STEP 1
STEP 2

7073-8. Other interior features
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Interior features
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Heated steering wheel 
 : If equipped■
The heated steering wheel can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
Timer
The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes. ■
If the indicator light flashes
Press the switch to turn the heated steering wheel off and then press the switch
again. If the indicator light still flashes, a malfunction may be occurring. Turn the
heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.The heated steering wheel can be used to heat the leather portion of the
steering wheel.
On/Off The indicator light comes on
when the heater is operating.

7083-8. Other interior features
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
Burns ●
Only appropriately qualified and capable non-impaired persons should operate
the vehicle. However, care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the fol-
lowing categories comes into contact with the steering wheel when the heated
steering wheel is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,
cold remedies, etc.)●
Do not use the heated steering wheel more than necessary. Doing so may cause
minor burns or overheating.
NOTICE■
To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switch off when the engine is not running.

7444-2. Maintenance
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Vehicle interior Items Check points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be held securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
“P”?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance
and correct amount of free play?
Brakes • Pulls to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system operate
smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate prop-
erly?
Steering wheel • Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

8014-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Fuse Ampere Circuit
11 SEAT-A/C FAN 10 A Ventilators
12 SEAT-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
13 AFS 5 A Adaptive Front-lighting System
14 ECU-IG No.3 5 A Adaptive Front-lighting System,
dynamic radar cruise control system
15 STRG HTR 10 A Heated steering wheel
16 TV 10 A Multi-display assembly■
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. 803)●
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, protec ting the wiring harness from damage.

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When trouble arises
8215-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Emergency towing procedure
Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing hook.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Shift the four-wheel drive control switch to “H4”. (The center dif-
ferential is unlocked.)
Change the vehicle height to N (standard) mode and press the
height control OFF button to en d the vehicle height operation.
(  P. 320)
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted:  P. 870■
While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult. ■
Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the luggage compartment. (  P. 854)STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

8225-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTIONObserve the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ■
When towing the vehicle
■
While towing ●
When towing using cables or chains, avoi d sudden starts, etc. which place exces-
sive stress on the towing hook, cables or chains.
The towing hook, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit
people and cause serious damage. ●
Do not turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.■
Installing towing hook to the vehicle
Make sure that towing h ook are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing hook may come loose during towing. Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground.
If the vehicle is towed with the tires contact-
ing the ground, the drivet rain or related parts
may be damaged, the vehicle may fly off the
truck.

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When trouble arises
8355-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
If the tire pressure warning light freque ntly comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by Lexus dealer.
CAUTION■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precauti ons. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately. ●
If the tire pressure warning light come s on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is probab le that you have a flat tire. Chec k the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer. ●
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.■
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

8525-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Once  The electronic
key has a low bat-
tery. Replace the elec-
tronic key bat-
tery. (  P. 784)
Once 
(Flashes) A door was
opened and
closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
turned off and
then the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
put in ACCES-
SORY mode
twice without the
engine being
started. Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
Once 
(Flashes) The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
being pressed. Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal
and moving the
steering wheel left
and right.Interior
buzzer Exterior
buzzerWarning message Details Correction
procedure

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When trouble arises
8855-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
If the engine has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake pedal
harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as
possible before turning off the engine.