2006 Lexus GS430 power steering

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Tachometer 69
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2 Headlight high beam indicator light 47
. . . . . . . . . . .
3 Turn signal indicator light 47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Headlight indicator light 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Slip indicator light 418, 420
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6 Fog light indicator light 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Driver’s seat belt reminder light 75
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8 SRS warning light 76
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9 Open door warning light 79
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10 Automatic transmission indicator lights 353 . . . . . .
11 Fuel gauge 68
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12 Fuel filler door indicator 128
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Low fuel level warning light 80
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14 Engine coolant temperature gauge 68
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15 Discharge warning light 77
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16 Brake system warning light (yellow) 75
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17 Malfunction indicator lamp
77
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18 Adaptive frontlighting system off
indicator light 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Antilock brake system warning light 78
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20 Precollision system warning light 80
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21 Brake system warning light (red) 74
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22 Master warning light 78
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23 Electric power steering system warning light 80 . .
24 Multiinformation display 82
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25 Odometer and trip meter 70
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26 Low tire pressure warning light 79
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27 Intuitive parking assist indicator light 366
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28 Snow mode indicator light 364
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29 Cruise control indicator light 392
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30 Power mode indicator light 364
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31 Damping mode indicator light 417
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Tachometer 69
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Headlight high beam indicator light 47
. . . . . . . . . . .
3 Turn signal indicator light 47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Tail light indicator light 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Slip indicator light 418, 420
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Fog light indicator light 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Driver’s seat belt reminder light 75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 SRS warning light 76
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Open door warning light 79
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 Automatic transmission indicator lights 353 . . . . . .
11 Fuel gauge 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Fuel filler door indicator 128
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Low fuel level warning light 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Engine coolant temperature gauge 68
. . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Discharge warning light 77
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Brake system warning light (yellow) 75
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17 Malfunction indicator lamp
77
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Adaptive frontlighting system off
indicator light 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Antilock brake system warning light 78
. . . . . . . . . .
20 Precollision system warning light 80
. . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Brake system warning light (red) 74
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Master warning light 78
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Electric power steering system warning light 80 . .
24 Multiinformation display 82
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25 Odometer and trip meter 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26 Low tire pressure warning light 79
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27 Intuitive parking assist indicator light 366
. . . . . . . .
28 Snow mode indicator light 364
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29 Cruise control indicator light 392
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30 Power mode indicator light 364
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31 Damping mode indicator light 417
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
80Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your
vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
(m) Electric Power Steering System Warning
Light
The light comes on when the engine switch is selected in
“IG−ON” mode. If the electric power steering system works
properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. If the system
has malfunctions, the light comes on again.
If the following conditions occur, this indicates a
malfunction somewhere in the components monitored by
the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.
 The light does not come on when the engine switch is
selected in “IG −ON” mode or remains on.
 The light stays on while you are driving.
The warning light turning on while racing the engine for a long
time may not indicate malfunction. To turn off the light, restart
the engine and start driving.
CAUTION
If the electric power steering system warning light
comes on, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible. In this case, more effort is required
for the steering wheel to turn than usual. Drive your
vehicle while firmly gripping the steering wheel.
(n) PreCollision System Warning Light
The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
pre−collision system.
The light comes on when the engine switch is selected in
“IG−ON” mode. If the system works properly, the light goes off
after a few seconds.
If the light does not come on when the engine switch is selected
in “IG−ON” mode, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus
dealer.
(o) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes
very low. Fill the tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
(p) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to turn off the engine when you
bring out the electronic key from the vehicle with the engine
switch in “IG−ON” or “ACC” mode.

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CAUTION
Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the
vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death
or serious injuries.
 Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch
them when the rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch is on.
Power rear view mirror control
The power rear view mirror control switch is located in the
switch box.
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Master switch 2Control switch
Push the button to use the switch box. Push “L” (left
mirror) or “R” (right mirror) on the master switch and then
push the control switch on the desired side.
The indicator light of the switch you selected comes on when
you push “L” or “R”.
When you move the selector lever to “R” position with “L” or “\
R”
switch on, the rear view mirrors will be automatically adjusted
down to help backing up.
While the indicator light is on, the mirror can be adjusted.
When you push the same side again, the light goes out and the
mirror cannot be adjusted. After adjustment, be sure to close
the switch box to its original position.
The power rear view mirrors can be adjusted when the engine

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switch is in “ACC” or “IG−
ON” mode.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when not in
use while driving.
NOTICE
If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control
or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray deicer to free the
mirror.
Folding rear view mirrors
The power rear view mirror folding switch is located in the
switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box and then push the
folding switch.
The rear view mirrors are folded backward. When you push
the switch again, the mirrors will be extended to their original
position. After adjustment, be sure to close the switch box to
its original position.
The engine switch must be selected in “ACC” or “IG −ON”
mode.
The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in
compact areas.

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CAUTION
To avoid personal injury and any mirror malfunction,
do not touch the mirror while it is moving.
 Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both
the driver and passenger side rear view mirrors must
be extended and properly adjusted before driving.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when
not in use while driving.
Outer foot lights
G17015
The outer foot lights illuminate the ground near the doors
for about 15 seconds to ensure safe footing for the driver
and passengers who are about to get in the vehicle.*
The outer foot lights come on in the following conditions:
You are getting closer to the vehicle carrying an electronic
key and you enter the effective range of the entry function
(about 1 m (3 ft) from each outside door handle).
 The doors are unlocked with the wireless remote control.
 The doors are unlocked with the power door lock switch on
the driver’s side.

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The outer foot lights go off 15 seconds after the lights come on
or when:

Pushing the lock switch on the outside door handle with an
electronic key in possession,
 the doors are locked with th e wireless remote control
function,
 the doors are locked by inserting a mechanical key into the
door keyhole,
 the doors are locked with the power door lock switch on the
driver’s side, or
 the selector lever is moved out of “P” position when the
engine switch is on.
NOTE:
* The outer foot lights illuminating time can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
G17007
Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your
vehicle in the mirror.
Pushing the “AUTO” button changes the mode between
”AUTO” and ”DAY”.
The indicator comes on when the ”AUTO” mode is selected.
”DAY” mode: The mirror surface is normal.
”AUTO” mode: If the mirror detects light from the
headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface
darkens slightly to reduce the reflected light.
When the inside rear view mirror surface changes, the outside
rear view mirror surfaces will also become darker.
When the engine switch is selected in “IG −ON” mode, the
inside rear view mirror always turns on in the ”AUTO” mode.

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G17012
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 “CAL” off the display and the direction
shown on the display.
If calibration cannot be performed because of the vehicle is
magnetized, take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer.
 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.