2005 Lexus GX470 ignition

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Using your audio system: some basics
This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus
audio system. Some information may not pertain to your
system. Your audio system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone
quality automatically. While the system is adjusting the audio
sound, the audio sound fades out and then fades in.
Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the
ªACCº or ªONº position.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the audio system on longer than necessary whenthe engine is not running.

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CD player operation
(a) Inserting or ejecting CDs
The ignition switch must be in the ªACCº or ªONº position.
Your CD player with changer can store up to 6 CDs.
Setting a single CD:
1. Push the ªLOADº button briefly.
The umber indicators at both ends of the slot start blinking and
ªWAITº appears on the display. After the blinking indicators
change to green and stay on, and ªWAITº changes to the
ªLOADº, the CD door opens.
2. Insert only one CD while the CD door is open.
You can set a CD at the lowest empty CD number.
After insertion, the set CD is automatically loaded. If the label faces down, the CD cannot be played. In this case,
ªERROR 1º and CD number appear on the display.
If you need to insert the next CD, repeat the same procedure
to insert another CD.

Setting all the CDs:
1. Push the ªLOADº button until you hear a beep.
The umber indicators at both ends of the slot start blinking and
ªWAITº appears on the display. After the blinking indicators
change to green and stay on, and ªWAITº changes to the
ªLOADº, the CD door opens.
2. Insert only one CD while the CD door is open.
The CD door closes and ªWAITº appears again.
3. Insert the next CD after the ªWAITº changes to the
ªLOADº and the CD door opens.
4. Repeat this procedure until you insert all the CDs.
To cancel the operation, push the ªLOADº or ªDISCº button.
If you do not insert CDs within 15 seconds after pushing the
ªLOADº button and ªLOADº is displayed, the operation will be
canceled automatically.

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owners)
A battery is already set in the remote control with an
insulating sheet, which prevents the battery from being
discharged. Before using the remote control, remove the
insulating sheet.
(b) Using the remote control
To use the rear seat audio system remote control, direct
the signal output portion of the remote control to the
signal reception portion of the rear seat audio system
display.
The rear seat audio system remote control can be operated
when the ignition switch is in the ªACCº or ªONº position.
The remote control does not operate properly when the signal
reception portion of the display is exposed to direct sunlight.
Block the display from direct sunlight.
NOTICE
Observe the followings, otherwise the remote control
may be damaged.
Do not drop or strongly knock the remote controlagainst hard objects.
Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the remotecontrol.

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Quick reference for your remote control
22PY112

1ªDISC/CH/PROGº buttons
2ªTUNE/TRACKº buttons
3ªON/SOURCEº button
4ªOFFº button
Using your rear seat audio system: some
basics
The following instructions are for the rear passengers.
Please let the rear passengers read and follow the
instructions when the rear passengers use the rear audio
system.
This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus
audio system. Some information may not pertain to your
system.
Your audio system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone
quality automatically. While the system is adjusting the audio
sound, the audio sound fades out and then fades in.
Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the
ªACCº or ªONº position.
You can enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with
commercial headphone. See ªHeadphone input jacksº on
page 308 for details.
You can also enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with a
wireless headphone. The wireless headphone can be used
within rear seat. If the signal becomes weak, the headphone
will mute. For details, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
With some wireless headphone generally available in the
market, it may be difficult to catch sound properly. Lexus
recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless headphone.
You can purchase a wireless headphone at a Lexus dealer.

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Using your audio system: some basics
The following instructions are for the rear passengers.
Please let the rear passengers read and follow the
instructions when the rear passengers use the rear seat
entertainment system.
This section describes some of the basic features of the rear
seat entertainment system. Some information may not pertain
to your system.
Your audio system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone
quality automatically. While the system is adjusting the audio
sound, the audio sound fades out and then fades in.
The rear seat entertainment system is designed for the rear
passengers to enjoy audio and DVD video separately from the
front audio system.
The rear seat entertainment system can be operated when the
ignition key is in the ªACCº or ªONº position.
The rear passengers can enjoy all modes (AM and FM radio,
cassette tape player, CD player with changer and DVD player)
on the rear seat entertainment system only if a cassette tape
and a CD are loaded in the front audio system. The rear seat entertainment system can play DVD video, audio
CD, video CD, CD text, dts±CD or DVD audio only when a disc
is loaded in the DVD player.
You can enjoy videos and sound when your personal audio
system is connected to the input terminal adapter on the rear
console box. For details, refer to the manufacturer's
instructions.
You can enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with
commercial headphone. See ªHeadphone input jacksº on
page 380 for details.
You can also enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with a
wireless headphone. The wireless headphone can be used
within rear seat. If the signal becomes weak, the headphone
will mute. For details, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
With some wireless headphone generally available in the
market, it may be difficult to catch sound properly. Lexus
recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless headphone.
You can purchase a wireless headphone at a Lexus dealer.

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NOTICE
Be sure that the positive side of the remote controlbattery is facing correctly.
Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may
cause rust.
Do not touch or move any components inside of the remote control, or it may interfere with properoperation.
Be careful not to bend the electrode of the remotecontrol battery insertion and that dust or oil does not
adhere to the transmitter case.
Close the battery case securely.
After replacing the battery, check that the remote control
operates properly. If the remote control still does not operate
properly, contact your Lexus dealer.DVD player operation
The DVD player can play audio CDs, DVD video discs, CD
texts, dts±CDs, DVD audio discs and video CDs.
For appropriate discs for this player, see ªAudio/video system
operating hintsº on page 383.
The DVD player works when the ignition key is in the ªACCº or
ªONº position.
To turn on the DVD player, a disc must be loaded in the player.
To turn off the player, eject the disc.
(a) Inserting the disc

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(c) Selecting the DVD mode

1Remote control button
2Mode selection screen
To select the DVD mode, push the ªDVDº button on the
remote control.
You can also select the DVD mode on the mode selection
screen mentioned above.
ªDVDº appears on the screen.
The ªDVD Hint!º screen appears when the DVD mode is
first selected after you turn the ignition key to the ªACCº
or ªONº position.
Push the ªOKº switch when you read the message.

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STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting and driving
Three±way catalytic converters393
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Engine exhaust caution 396
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Before starting the engine 398
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Ignition switch 398
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Parking brake 400
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How to start the engine 401
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Automatic transmission 403
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Four±wheel drive system 411
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Rear view monitor system 415
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Cruise control 419
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Rear height control air suspension 422
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Electronic modulated suspension 429
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Active traction control system 430
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Vehicle stability control system 433
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Downhill assist control system 436
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Hill±start assist control 439
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Brake system 442
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Tire pressure warning system 446
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 456
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Limited±slip differential 457
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