2005 LEXUS LS430 display

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
104Dynamic laser cruise control—

The driving pattern selector switch is changed to the
“normal” or “power” position.
 The wipers are stopped or are switched to intermittent
operation. (Including intermittent and stopped wipers in the
“AUTO” position)
 No direct sunlight from the front
In the above conditions, press the control lever upward in the
“RES/ACC” direction and release it. The dynamic laser cruise
control will be restored, however, even after the weather
clears, if the setting operation cannot be performed or if the
warning message still appears, the system might have
malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving,
contact your Lexus dealer.
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If a system malfunction is detected when dynamic
radar/laser cruise control is in the “RADAR READY” mode
or operating, the master warning light comes on, the
“CRUISE” indicator light flashes and a warning tone
sounds. At this time the above message appears.
If this message appears, stop your vehicle in a safe place, turn
the ignition off, and then restart it to reset the system. If the
setting still cannot be made or the same message appears
again, the system might have malfunctioned. Although it is no
problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
While you are cruising with the dynamic radar/laser
cruise control on, if the master warning light comes on,
the cruise indicator light flashes, “Check Cruise
System” appears on the multiinformation display and
the warning tone sounds, turn the ignition switch off
and then on again. If the function is cancelled again
after setting or if settings cannot be made, the dynamic
radar/laser cruise control system may be
malfunctioning. Although it is no problem to continue
driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus
dealer.

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The master warning light comes on, a warning tone
sounds and the above message appears in the following
conditions:
The millimeter wave radar sensor or the grille cover is
dirty.
Clean the grille or sensor with a soft cloth to remove the dirt.
 The precollision seat belts are activated repeatedly for
a short time.
The system turns of f temporarily for overheating protection,
but turns back on after a while.
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If there is a problem somewhere in the precollision safety
system, the master warning light comes on, a warning
tone sounds, and the above message appears.
If the above message appears, the pre −collision safety system
may not operate. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
COMPASS
(Vehicles without Navigation System)
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When the ignition is turned on, the previously selected display
appears. If the compass is not displayed, push the “DISP2”
button several times for 1 to 2 seconds to display the compass.
However if you push the main switch of dynamic radar/laser
cruise control to use dynamic radar/laser cruise control, the
dynamic radar/laser cruise control display appears. To change
to the compass display, push the “DISP2” button for longer
than about 1 second.
The compass indicates the direction in which the vehicle
is heading. The illustration shown above indicates that the
vehicle is heading north.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
106Displays
Directions
N
NE
E
SE S
SW W
NWNorth
Northeast
East
Southeast South
Southwest West
Northwest
The compass may not show the correct direction in the
following conditions:
 The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped.
 The ignition switch is turned off immediately after turning.
 The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
 The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is
subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields
(underground parking, under a steel tower, between
buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large
vehicle, etc.). 
The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal
object near the audio system.)
 The battery has been disconnected.
If the deviation is small, the compass works to calibrate the
direction automatically while the vehicle is in motion.
For obtaining additional precision or for complete calibrating,
see “CALIBRATING THE COMPASS” on page 107.
COMPASS SENSOR
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 Compass sensor
The compass sensor is located behind the audio system.

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NOTICE
Do not put magnets or a metal object near the audio
system. Doing this may cause malfunction of the
compass sensor.
CALIBRATING THE COMPASS
The direction display on the compass deviates from the true
direction determined by the earth’s magnetic field. The
amount of deviation varies according to the geographic
position of the vehicle.
If you cross over the area divided as shown in the illustration,
the compass will deviate. If it is necessary to calibrate the
compass (deviation calibration), take your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer. Even if you do not cross over, the compass may
sometimes deviate. If this happens, perform “DRIVE IN
CIRCLES” calibration as shown on the next page.
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To rectify the deviation, stop the vehicle, and push and hold the
“RESET” button on the steering pad for more than 6 seconds.
“DRIVE IN CIRCLES” appears on the display. Perform the
following calibration.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
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Drive the vehicle slowly (at 8 km/h (5 mph) or lower) in a circle
until the direction is displayed. If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the block until the direction is
displayed.
After driving in 1 to 3 circles in the above method, calibration
is complete with the direction shown on the display.
If calibration cannot be performed because the vehicle is
magnetized, take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer.
If you want to cancel the calibration before it is complete, push
and hold the “RESET” button on the steering pad more than 6
seconds. To calibrate the compass again, push and hold the
same but ton more than 6 seconds. After “DRIVE IN CIRCLES”
appears on the display, follow the calibration procedure above.
Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased
your Lexus. And then always perform circling calibration
after the battery has been removed, replaced or
disconnected.

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Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place
where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by
artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a
steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a
crossing, near a large vehicle, etc.).
 During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon
roof, power windows, etc.) as they may interfere with the
calibration.
CAUTION
When doing the circling calibration, be sure to secure
a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles
in the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic
rules while performing circling calibration.
 Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT
CONTROL
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To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
turn the knob.
With the knob turned fully right, the intensity of the instrument
panel lights will not be reduced when the headlight switch is on.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Interior equipment
Sun visors11 2
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Interior lights 11 2
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Personal lights 11 4
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Ignition switch light 11 5
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Foot lights 11 6
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Clock 11 6
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Outside temperature display 11 7
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 11 9
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Power outlets 120
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Rear console box 121
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Glove box 122
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Garage door opener 122
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Cupholders 126
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Coin box 127
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Overhead console box 128
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Auxiliary boxes 129
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Trunk storage extension 131
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Card holder 133
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Penlight 133
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Cool box 134
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Floor mat 135
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Coat hooks 136
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Sunshades 137
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Luggage net 139
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First−aid kit net 140
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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Vehicles without navigation system
The digital clock indicates the time with the ignition switch
at the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour, press the
“H” button. To reset the minutes, press the “M” button.
To adjust the time to the nearest hour, press the “:00”
button.
For example, if the “:00” button is pressed when the time is
between 9:30 − 9:59 or between 10:01 − 10:29, the time will
change to 10:00.
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the
clock, the time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
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 On the instrument panel (Vehicles with navigation
system)