2004 Lexus GX470 ignition

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CAUTION
If the emergency towing eyelet is used to get out when
your vehicle becomes stuck in the mud, sand or other
condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out
under its own power, make sure to observe the
precautions mentioned below. Otherwise, excessive
stress will be put on the eyelet and the towing cable or
chain may break, causing serious injury or damage.
If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly
continue the towing. Contact your Lexus dealer or a
commercial tow truck service for assistance.
 Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
 Keep away from the vehicle during towing.
Tips for towing a stuck vehicle:
The following methods are effective to use when your
vehicle is stuck in the mud, sand or other condition from
which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own
power. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. In
addition, keep away from the vehicles and towing cable or
chain when towing.
 Remove the sand and soil in the front and the back of the
tires.
 Place stones or wood under the tires.
IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of Pº position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1Turn the ignition key to LOCKº. Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.

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Safety information for the Lexus Link System
Important!: Read this information before using the Lexus
Link System.
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY SIGNALS
The Lexus Link System to be installed in your vehicle a low
power radio transmitter and receiver. When the ignition is
turned to the ONº position, it receives and also sends out radio
frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for
mobile wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with
the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies.
 ANSI C95.1 (1992)*
1
NCRP Report 86 (1986)*2
ICNIRP (1996)*3
*1: American National Standards Institute
*2: National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements
*
3: International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation
Protection Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic
evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120
scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities,
government health agencies, and industry reviewed the
available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard
(C95.1).
The design of the Lexus Link System complies with the FCC
guidelines in addition to those standards.

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Information for using the Lexus Link System
The Lexus Link System is a subscription-based service. To
obtain any of the Lexus Link services you must have enrolled
with the Lexus Link Call Center and have an active
subscription. It is important to be aware that an active
subscription is required to receive safety and security services. To learn more about your subscription status or how to renew
or extend your subscription, please push the SERVICESº
button
and speak to the Lexus Link Advisor, or you may dial toll
free 1-800-25 Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) and
select the option for Lexus Link. If you are not enrolled, you will
hear the explanation about Lexus Link System. The actual
message is shown on Audible voice promptsº on page 526.
If you push the SERVICESº button again, the services
enrollment call will be announced. To cancel the enrollment
call, push the SERVICESº button one more time.
NOTICE
This system is only operational in GPS (Global Positioning System) and analog cellular coverageareas. Services may not be available in an area wherethe GPS and analog cellular phone signals cannot bereceived.
When the ignition is turned to the ONº position, The Lexus
Link System is activeº is announced to inform you that the
system is on. If your Lexus Link subscription expires, you will
hear The Lexus Link System is not active. To activate your
Lexus Link System, press the SERVICESº button nowº. To
learn more about your subscription status or how to renew or
extend your sub scription, please push the SERVICESº button
to speak to a Lexus Link Advisor, or you may dial toll free
1-800-25 Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) and select
the option for Lexus Link. If problems are detected in the Lexus
Link System, you will hear A Lexus Link System error has
been detected. Please contact your Lexus dealer.º If you hear
this message, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. In some cases, even if your subscription has expired, you may
hear The Lexus Link System is activeº. This is due to the time
delay required to process the deactivation of your Lexus Link
System. During this period, when you push the SERVICESº
button, your call will be forwarded to enrollment. Once the
deactivation process has been completed, you will hear The
Lexus Link System is not activeº.

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NOTICE
The voice prompt messages are the primary means tolet you know the status of your subscription. It isimportant to be aware that an active subscription isrequired to receive safety and security services. If these
voice prompt messages are disabled and you desire to have them re-activated, contact your Lexus dealer.
When you push the - VOL +º button on the -º side
immediately followed by the PLAYº button, you can hear an
explanation about the Lexus Link System. However, this
function is not available when you are recording or hearing a
playback. See Audible voice promptsº on page 526 for a
written version of this recorder message. The basic subscriber service package is available free of
charge for the first year.
NOTICE
Do not remove the Lexus Link fuse and wiring harness
with the ignition on, or an emergency call will be placed
to the Lexus Link Call Center.

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Automatic notifications
If an airbag deploys, an emergency signal is sent
automatically to the Lexus Link Call Center. In your vehicle, the
system announces Placing an emergency call to the Lexus
Link Center.º In response to the signal, Lexus Link Advisor will
attempt to comm unicate with you first. If the Advisor cannot get
any response from you, the Advisor will locate your vehicle
through the GPS, call the nearest emergency services
provider, describe the situation and your location. If necessary,
the Advisor will transfer your call to the emergency services
operator. If the theft deterrent system on your vehicle is activated,
the Lexus Link System on your vehicle will automatically call
the Lexus Link Call Center. The Advisor will attempt to contact
you to determine whether the alarm is valid.
If you report to the Lexus Link Call Center that your vehicle has
been stolen, the Advisor will locate, track and provide location
information to the appropriate law enforcement authority. To
protect subscriber privacy, the Lexus Link Call Center will not
provide the location of a vehicle to anyone other than a law
enforcement authority.
If you accidentally activate the vehicle alarm, push the
UNLOCKº
button on the wireless remote control key within 55
seconds after the alarm was set off, or insert the key into the
door keyhole or ignition switch. The Lexus Link System will
cancel the theft call.

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Door locking/unlocking by Lexus Link System
The Lexus Link System will allow your vehicle to be locked
and unlocked remotely.
If you find that your vehicle has not been locked, call the Lexus
Link Call Center 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free)
(1-800-255-3987), the Lexus Link Advisor can assist in
locking your vehicle.In case you are locked out, call the Lexus Link Call Center
1-800-25
Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987), a Lexus Link
Advisor can assist in unlocking your vehicle.
NOTICE
You must provide the Lexus Link operator with your Lexus Link PIN (Personal Identification Number) orpersonal security word, before they lock/unlock yourvehicle. However, the Lexus Link System will not beable to lock or unlock your vehicle if it has been parkedfor 48 hours or more after the ignition is turned off.Upon subscription expiration, all Lexus Link services
(i.e. automatic notification, emergency call functions,service call functions, door locking/unlocking function)are deactivated.

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Audible voice prompts
The following table shows the voice responses from the Lexus Link System\
.Voice phrase: Explanation about Lexus Link System
This is the Lexus Link system. Integrating
global positioning satellite and wireless
communication technology into your
Lexus and providing enhanced safety,
security, and convenience. At the touch of
a button, or automatically in the event of
an accident, you are connected to a Lexus
Link Advisor who will assist you Ð 24
hours a day, 7 days a week where GPS
and cellular coverage is available. The
Lexus Link System also has an audio
recorder allowing you to record reminders
to yourself or information from a Lexus
Link Advisor.
To contact a Lexus Link Advisor, press the
SERVICESº button. The Lexus Link
System will inform the advisor of your
vehicle's current location and your
identity. The advisors can handle a wide
variety of services, such as giving
directions to shops, gas stations, ATMs,
restaurants and roadside assistance with
location. Services available will depend
on the service package you selected.In an emergency, press the emergency
services button on your Lexus Link
console. It is marked with a red
ambulance. Upon receiving your call, the
advisor will assess the situation and, if
necessary, alert the nearest emergency
services provider. The emergency button
should only be used in life threatening
situations.
If your Lexus detects that an airbag
deployment may have occurred, the
Lexus Link System will automatically send
an emergency message to the Lexus Link
Call Center.
The system will also automatically contact
the call center if the security system alarm
goes off. An advisor will first contact you
to determine if the alarm is valid. Upon
your confirmation, the advisor will then
provide the vehicle location to the police.If you accidentally set off the alarm, press
the remote door unlock, or insert your key
in the door lock or ignition within 55
seconds. This will prevent the Lexus Link
System from placing a theft call.
The volume control lets you adjust the
volume level for Lexus Link calls, system
prompts, and memos. Pr ess the plus key
to increase volume and the minus key to
decrease it.
To record a memo or a call, press the key
labeled RECº. When you are finished
recording, press the RECº button again.
To listen to the memo, press the PLAYº
button. You can record one message up
to five minutes long. When you record a
new memo, all of the previous memos will
be erased.
For more detailed information on the use,
features and limitations of this system,
please consult your Lexus Link Owner's
Manual.

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Voice phrase
Description
The Lexus Link System is
active.The system is operational
with the ignition on.
Placing an emergency call
to the Lexus Link CenterEmergency call is placed.
Calling the Lexus Link
CenterService call is placed.
Lexus Link Call cancelledService call is cancelled.
Previous attempt to call the
Lexus Link Center was
unsuccessful.The attempt to call the
Lexus Link Center was
unsuccessful.
RecordingThe recording will start.
Recording completeThe recording is complete.
Recording time exceededThe recording memory is
now full.
Playback completeThe playback is complete.
Playback cancelledThe playback is cancelled.
A Lexus Link System error
has been detected. Please
contact your Lexus dealer.An error has been detected
with the Lexus Link System.
Contact your Lexus dealer.
Voice phraseDescription
The Lexus Link System is
not active. To activate your
Lexus Link System, press
the SERVICESº button
now.Message notifies vehicle
occupants that the
subscription has expired.