2006 Lexus GS430 heating

SWITCHES
63
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
G12024
To use the seat heater switches, pull the lever to slide the
rear console box cover backward.
G12025
 1For driver’s seat 2For front passenger’s seat
G12026
To turn on the heater, turn the dial as shown. The indicator
light (yellow) comes on.
The engine switch must be selected in “IG −ON” mode.
The heating level will be increased as you turn the dial to the
higher number.
To disable this function, turn the dial to the “0” position. The
indicator light goes off. Keep the dial in this position when not
in use.

SWITCHES
64
CAUTION
Occupants must use caution when operating the seat
heater because they may experience minor burns even
at low temperatures. Use extra caution for;
Babies, small children, elderly persons, sick persons
or persons with physical disabilities
 Persons who have sensitive skin
 Persons who are exhausted
 Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs which
induce sleep (sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.).
To prevent the seat from overheating, do not use the
seat heater with a blanket, cushion, or other insulating
objects which cover the seat.
NOTICE
 Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and
do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into
the seat.
 When cleaning the seats, do not use organic
substances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol,
gasoline, etc.). They may damage the heater and seat
surface.
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn
the switches off when the engine is not running.

SWITCHES
66
Seat ventilator
G12029
To turn on the seat ventilator, turn the dial as shown. The
indicator light (green) comes on.
The engine switch must be selected in “IG−ON” mode.
More air will be delivered as you turn the dial to the higher
number.
After the switch is turned on, it takes several minutes until you
feel cool.
To disable this function, turn the dial to the “0” position. The
indicator light goes off. Keep the dial in this position when not
in use.
NOTICE
 Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and
do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into
the seat.
 When cleaning the seats, do not use organic
substances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol,
gasoline, etc.). They may damage the seat ventilation
/ heating system and seat surface.
 When cleaning the seats, fully wring out a towel to be
used. The wet seats may cause the seat
ventilation/heating system to malfunction.
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn
the switches off when the engine is not running.

SWITCHES
67
Seat heater
G12030
To turn on the seat heater, turn the dial as shown. The
indicator light (yellow) comes on.
The engine switch must be selected in “IG−ON” mode.
The heating level will be increased as you turn the dial to the
higher number.
To disable this function, turn the dial to the “0” position. The
indicator light goes off. Keep the dial in this position when not
in use.
CAUTION
Occupants must use caution when operating the seat
heater because they may experience minor burns even
at low temperatures. Use extra caution for;
 Babies, small children, elderly persons, sick persons
or persons with physical disabilities
 Persons who have sensitive skin
 Persons who are exhausted
 Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs which
induce sleep (sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.).
To prevent the seat from overheating, do not use the
seat heater with a blanket, cushion, or other insulating
objects which cover the seat.

SWITCHES
68
NOTICE
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and
do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into
the seat.
 When cleaning the seats, do not use organic
substances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol,
gasoline, etc.). They may damage the seat
ventilation/heating system and seat surface.
 When cleaning the seats, fully wring out a towel to be
used. The wet seats may cause the seat
ventilation/heating system to malfunction.
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn
the switches off when the engine is not running.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
97
PreCollision System Warning
G13031
If the precollision system is malfunctioning, the
precollision system warning light and master warning
light comes on, a warning tone sounds and the above
message appears.
If the above message appears, the pre− collision system may
not operate. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
G13030
In the following conditions, the precollision system
warning light blinks, the master warning light comes on,
a warning tone sounds, and the above message appears.
 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. The above conditions do not indicate a malfunction. If the
problem is removed, the warning lights and message go out
and the system returns to normal.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
11 0
CIGARETTE LIGHTER ANDASHTRAY
G14008
Front cigarette lighter and ashtray
To use the cigarette lighter and ashtray, slide the ashtray
cover forward. Then when the ashtray opens out, press
in the cigarette lighter. After it finishes heating up, it
automatically pops out ready for use.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in.
If the engine is not running, “ACC” mode must be selected.
When finished with your cigarette, thoroughly extinguish it in
the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire.
After using the ashtray, close it by pushing the lid forward.
To remove the ashtray, slide the lever attached beside the
ashtray, to the right, and the ashtray will be lifted.
Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for
replacement.
NOTICE
If you spill a drink in the ashtray, take it out and wipe off
the spilt drink thoroughly, or the ashtray may not
activate properly.

AIR CONDITIONING
263

The “Floor/Windshield” air flow mode may be applied
automatically, if the outside temperature is lowered
down to below 0C (32F).
This is not a malfunct ion. The “Floor/Windshield” air
flow mode turns on the defogging and defrosting
function with the purpose of clearing your front view
for safe driving.
If the “Floor” air flow mode is desired with the main
purpose of heating, “Floor” air flow mode can be
selected manually by touching the air flow control
switch.
G21004
2. Use the “TEMP” or ”PASSENGER TEMP” buttons to set
the desired vehicle interior temperature.
The “TEMP” or “PASSENGER TEMP” (“
”, “”) buttons are
used to set the desired interior temperature. The interior
temperature will be controlled on the driver and passenger side
simultaneously or individually.
To increase the interior temperature, push the “
” button, to
decrease it, push the “” button.
If quick heating or cooling is desired—
“LO” appears when you hold “
” until maximum cooling, and
“HI” appears when you hold “” until maximum heating.
“TEMP” buttons—Changes the temperature on the driver
and passenger sides simultaneously or the driver side only.
“PASSENGER TEMP” buttons—Changes the temperature
settings separate from the driver side.