2006 Lexus GS430 display

KEYS AND DOORS
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2Side doors unlocking mode
The setting displays flash alternately for 4 seconds.
When the setting is complete, you will hear the following:
4 beeps (Outside), One chime (Inside)
This mode allows you to unlock the front and rear doors
on your side when you hold any door handle.
3 Single door unlocking mode
The setting display changes as shown. When the setting
is complete, you will hear the following: One beep (Outside), One chime (Inside)
This mode allows you to unlock the door for which you
hold the door handle.
4 All doors unlocking mode
The setting display comes on for 4 seconds. When the
setting is complete, you will hear the following: 2 beeps (Outside), One chime (Inside)
This mode allows you to unlock all the doors when you
hold any door handle.
The display will return to driver’s door unlocking mode when
you attempt to change the setting from all doors unlocking
mode.
INFORMATION
If you get in the vehicle from the driver’s door using an
electronic key while the side doors or one door is set to
be unlocked, all the unlocking controls activated by the
electronic key will be stopped for security. If you get out
of the vehicle from the driver’s door carrying the
electronic key and reaches out of the effective range of
the entry function, unlocking control by the electronic
key will be possible. However, unlocking control may
not be carried out for 5 seconds after you get out from
the vehicle. In this case, perform unlocking operation
again after 5 seconds.

KEYS AND DOORS
30The operational range of the wireless remote control is
approximately 1 meter (3 ft.). The effective range may vary
with different conditions. To activate the wireless remote
control
without fail, do it approximately 1 meter (3 ft.) from your
Lexus.
In the following cases, the battery in the electronic key may be
discharged.
 The message “LOW KEY BATTERY” appears on the
multi−information display.
 The remote control does not work.
 The operational range of wireless remote control becomes
extremely short.
 The indicator light on the electronic key is dimmed or does
not come on.
For the replacement of the battery, see ”Replacing the battery”
on page 34. You can also have the battery of the key replaced
by your Lexus dealer.
If you lose the electronic key, contact your Lexus dealer
immediately to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident.
You can use up to 7 electronic keys for the same vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information. The electronic key is an electronic component. Observe
the following instructions in order not to cause damage to
the electronic key.

Do not leave the electronic key in places where the
temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard.
 Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping it.
 Avoid putting it in water.

SWITCHES
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Automatic headlight leveling system
The headlight beam level is always maintained automatically
at the proper level in all loading conditions so that your
headlights do not dazzle other road users.
If there is a problem somewhere in this system, the message
“CHECK HEADLIGHT” appears on the multi−information
display. At this time, the master warning light comes on and a
warning tone sounds. If the warning message appears, have
your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) provides the proper
headlight beam level according to the current driving
conditions. T his system moves the headlight beam left or right
according to the turning angle of the tires. The synergy of this
system and the automatic headlight leveling system improves
visibility at the intersections and curves.
The system operates when the vehicle speed increases above
10 km/h (6 mph), and stops when the vehicle speed drops
below 10 km/h (6 mph).
The system can operate within the limited range of the tires
turning angle. If you do not want to activate the system, you can cancel
the system.
Adaptive Front Lighting System cancel switch is located in the
switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box. To cancel the
system, push the “AFS OFF” switch. To turn it on, push
it again.
When the system is canceled, the “AFS OFF” indicator lights
up in the instrument cluster.
If the system fails, the indicator light in the instrument cluster
will flash. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.

SWITCHES
52The warning message “LOW WASHER FLUID” is displayed in
the multi−information display when the fluid level in the tank
becomes
very low. For information on adding washer fluid, see
“Adding washer fluid” on page 589.
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.
Rainsensing windshield wipers
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 1 Automatic control adjuster 2Washer on
To turn the wipers on, move the lever down until you reach
the desired speed setting.
The engine switch must be selected in “IG −ON” mode.
There are 3 settings:
“AUTO” position: Automatic operation
“LO” position: Low speed operation
“HI” position: High speed operation

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CAUTION
Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the
wipers and windshield.
When the wiper lever is in the “AUTO” position with the
engine switch on, the wipers could operate
automatically in the following cases:
 If you touch the upper center of the windshield
adjacent to the sensor.
 If you wipe the upper center of the windshield
(adjacent to which the sensor is located) with a towel.
 If the windshield vibrates.
 If you touch the sensor.
For mist wiper operations (a single wipe), pull the lever up
and release it.
To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and
release it.
If the wiper lever is in the “OFF” 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:
*This function can be changed as follows: The time before the last single wipe can be set for
about 3 seconds.
 The last single wipe can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The warning message “LOW WASHER FLUID” is displayed in
the multi−information display when the fluid level in the tank
becomes very low. For information on adding washer fluid, see
“Adding washer fluid” on page 589.
When the headlights are on and the washers are activated by
pushing the windshield washer switch, the headlight cleaner
operates once automatically.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before
using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could
block your vision.
The rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
automatically turns on when you operate the wipers.

SWITCHES
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HEADLIGHT CLEANER SWITCH
The headlight cleaner switch is located in the switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box. To spray fluid on
the headlights, push the switch with the headlights on.
The engine switch must be selected in “IG−ON” mode.
The warning message “LOW WASHER FLUID” is displayed in
the multi−information display when the fluid level in the tank
becomes very low. For information on adding washer fluid, see
“Adding washer fluid” on page 589.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.
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
Do not turn the headlight cleaner on with the washer
fluid tank empty. It may cause the cleaner motor to
overheat.

SECTION 1 – 3
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Gauges, meters and service reminder
indicators
Fuel gauge70
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Engine coolant temperature gauge 70
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Tachometer 71
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Odometer and trip meter 72
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Light sensitive optitron meter 73
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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 74
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Multi−information display 84
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Instrument panel light control 98
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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ODOMETER AND TRIP METER
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This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To
change the mode indication, use the “ODO TRIP” switch.
The “ODO TRIP” switch is located in the switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box and then push the
“ODO TRIP” switch. 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 change the trip meter indication from one trip to the
other, push the “ODO TRIP” change switch. To set the A
trip meter to
zero, display the A meter reading, then push
the “RESET” switch. The same applies for the B trip
meter.
The data of trip meters will be cancelled if the electrical power
source is disconnected.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.
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.