2004 Lexus GX470 warning

SWITCHES
39 To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the OFFº position, the wipers will
automatically make 3 wipes and then a single wipe later to
sweep the windshield completely.* The interval between the
3 wipes and the last wipe will depend on the vehicle speed. The
last sweep does not happen if the vehicle speed exceeds about
170 km/h (106 mph).
NOTE:
* The last single wipe can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly
empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see Adding
washer fluidº on page 599.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before
using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could
block your vision.
NOTICE
Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may
scratch the glass.

SWITCHES
40
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER SWITCH

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 ONº position.
There are 2 settings:
INTº position: Intermittent operation
ONº position: Low speed operation
If you stop the vehicle with the rear window wiper switch in the
ONº position, the wiper speed automatically changes from low
speed to intermittent operation speed.
To make the washer squirt, twist the knob downward to
position 2.To make the washer squirt while operating in ONº
position, twist the knob upward to position 1.
The knob automatically returns from these positions after you
release it.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly
empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see Adding
washer fluidº on page 599.

SECTION 1 ± 3
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
Fuel gauge53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant temperature gauge54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer and trip meter57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-information display70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel light control76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
53
FUEL GAUGE

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 Eº 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.It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the fuel gauge
returns to Eº when the ignition switch is turned to the STARTº
position.
See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended
fuel selection.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
57
ODOMETER AND TRIP METER

Trip meter reset knob
This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To
change the mode indication, push the trip meter reset
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.
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
AND WARNING BUZZERS
IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...DO THIS.
(a)
(Indicator and buzzer)
If parking brake is off,
stop immediately and
contact Lexus dealer.
(b)
(Indicator and buzzer)
Fasten driver's seat
belt.
(c)Fasten front
passenger's seat belt.
(d)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer immediately.
(e)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
58IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
DO THIS.
(f)
Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
If brake system
warning light is also
on, stop immediately
and contact Lexus
dealer.
(g)Close all side doors
and back door.
(h)Shift four-wheel drive
control out of Nº.
(i)Stop and check.
(j)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...DO THIS.
(k)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
(l)Stop and check.
(m)Stop and check.
(n)Replace engine oil.
(o)Adjust tire pressure. If
light remains, contact
Lexus dealer.
(p)Fill up tank.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
59 IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
DO THIS.
(q)Add washer fluid.
(r)Key reminder buzzerRemove key.
(a) Brake System Warning Light and Buzzer
This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key
is in the ONº position.
When the parking brake is applied...
This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is
in the ONº position even after the parking brake is released.
When the brake fluid level is low...
CAUTION
It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the
brake fluid level is low.
When the hydraulic brake booster fails...
If the hydraulic booster causes a problem resulting in poor
braking performance, the warning light comes on and buzzer
sounds continuously.
Have your vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer in the
following cases:
The light does not come on even if the parking brake is
applied when the ignition key is in the ONº position.
The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned
on with the parking brake released.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
60
CAUTION
If any of the following conditions occurs, immediately
stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
The light does not turn off even after the parking
brake is released while the engine is running.
The warning buzzer comes on together with the
warning light.
In either case, this can indicate that the brakes may not
work properly and your stopping distance will become
longer. Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the
vehicle to an immediate stop.
The brake system warning light remains on together
with the ABSº warning light.
In this case, not only the anti-lock brake system will fail,
but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking.
Any of the following conditions may occur, but do not
indicate the malfunction:
The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the ignition
key is turned to the ONº position. It is normal if it turns off
after a while.
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the
warning light and buzzer. It is normal if the light turns off and
the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.
You may hear a small sound in the engine compartment
after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed
repeatedly. This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake
system, and it is not a malfunction.
(b) Driver's Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer
This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the driver's seat
belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to ONº or STARTº, the
reminder light flashes and buzzer sounds if the driver's seat
belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light
stays flashing and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds.