2006 Lexus GS430 steering wheel adjustment

G00095
PICTORIAL INDEX
xviii
STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
Page
1 Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 44, 47, 48 . . . . . . . .
2 Audio remote control
switches 331
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Distance switch 406
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Speech command button (See the
separate “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.)
5 Telephone button 220
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Windshield wiper and washer
switches 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Multiinformation
change switch 82
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Cruise control switch 392, 395 . . . . . .
9 Tilt and telescopic steering
adjustment switch 204
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
199
Conditions for memorized position activation

Engine switch in “IG−ON” mode and selector lever in ”P”
position, with the vehicle stopped.
 Engine switch in “OFF” mode and within 30 seconds of
opening driver’s door.
The memorized position can be activated, except for the tilt
and telescopic steering.
If any driving position memory switch is pushed while one of
the memorized driving position profiles is being activated, the
operation will stop.
To activate the system, push the desired button (“1”, “2” or \
“3”)
again.
The driving position memory control system cannot be
operated while the vehicle is moving.
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the computer’s
memory will be erased and the memorized positions will have
to be set again.
CAUTION
 Do not start the vehicle while the adjustments are
being made.
 Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat
could strike the rear passenger or hit your body
against the steering wheel. If this happens, you can
stop the movement by pressing another driving
position memory switch.
MEMORY RECALL FUNCTION
You can recall the memorized position using the entry
function or wireless remote control.
If you unlock the door using the entry function or wireless
remote control, the memorized seat position is recalled when
the driver’s door is opened. The memorized steering wheel
position will be recalled when you push the engine switch.
This function can be used after setting by the following
procedure.
Setting the driving position onto the electronic key
The driver’s door must be closed with the engine switch turned
off.
1. Push and hold the previously memorized driving position
button “1”, “2” or “3”.
2. While depressing the button above, push and hold the
“LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the electronic key until a beep
sounds.
If you wish to set other driv ing position, repeat the above
procedure. The previous setting will be erased and the new
position will be set.
Resetting the driving position on the electronic key
The driver’s door must be closed with the engine switch turned
off.
1. Push and hold the “SET” button.
2. Push and hold the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the
electronic key until two beeps sound.

STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS
204
TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERINGCOLUMN
Adjustment of steering column tilt
G17001
To adjust the tilt of the steering column, push the control
switch upward or downward to set it to the desired
position.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering column 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.
Adjustment of telescopic steering column
G17002
To adjust the steering column length, push the control
switch forward or backward to set the steering wheel to
the desired position.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering column 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.

STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS
206
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

STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS
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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.
G17014
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.

STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS
212
G17016
Zone number
If the direction is displayed several seconds after adjustment,
the calibration is finished.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving.
Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (circling calibration)
G17011
“CAL” appears on the display in case the circling calibration is
required due to a drastic change in the magnetic field. To
rectify this, follow the calibration procedure below.

STARTING AND DRIVING
436Vehicles with standard tires:
Stop your vehicle at a safe place as soon as possible and
check that the tire inflation pressure
is as specified on the tire
and loading information label. If the low tire pressure warning
light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it
is probable that you have a flat tire. If the tire goes flat, change
to the spare tire. (See page 469.)
The spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure sensor.
So, the low tire pressure warning light remains on even if the
spare tire is mounted.
The light goes off a few minutes after air is put into the deflated
tire.
CAUTION
If the low tire pressure warning light comes on, observe
the following instructions:
 Decelerate as soon as possible to the most
appropriate speed that conditions permit.
 Avoid abrupt steering wheel maneuvering and
braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes,
causing death or serious injury.
 The warning system may not activate immediately if
bursts or sudden air leakage should occur.
When the tyre pressure warning system warning light is
lit, one or more of your tyres is significantly
underinflated. You should stop and check your tyres
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure as indicated on the vehicle’s tyre information
placard. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire
causes the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre failure.
Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tyre
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability. Each tyre, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold and set to the
recommended inflation pressure as specified in the
vehicle placard and owner’s manual.