2006 Lexus GX470 lock

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The following service reminder indicator goes off after a few
seconds.
or



The anti−lock brake system warning light, vehicle stability
control system off indicator light and vehicle stability control
system, slip indicator light and active traction control system
warning light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they
go out after a while.
The following service reminder indicator should come on. It
goes off after about 6 seconds.
If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not
function as described above, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
MULTIINFORMATION DISPLAY
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1“MODE” button2“” button
3“” button4“RESET” button

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
64The multiinformation display provides various
information, including clock, outside temperature, and
your vehicle’s driving condition.
When the ignition switch is on, the last previously used mode
displayed just before the ignition switch is off will appear.
If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the
multi−information display, the
display will automatically be set
to the initial mode.
When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness
of the display will be reduced.
You can adjust the brightness of the display. To adjust the
brightness, see “ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE
DISPLAY” below. ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE DISPLAY
The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To adjust the
brightness of
the display, push and hold the “MODE” button for
more than 2 seconds. “ILL” will appear on the display.
To increase the brightness — Push the “
” button.
To decrease the brightness — Push the “
” button.
You can adjust the brightness to 3 levels (when the tail lights
are off) or 6 levels (when the tail lights are on).
After adjusting, the display automatically return to the previous
display.
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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Clock
U.S.A.
Canada The digital clock indicates the time when the key is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position.
To reset the time, push and hold the “MODE” button for 2
seconds. “ILL” will appear on the display. Then push the
“MODE” button once. The time will blink.
To reset the hour — Push the “
” button.
To reset the minutes — Push the “
” button.
To adjust the time to the nearest hour, push the “RESET”
button. For example, if the “RESET” button is depressed when
the time is between 1:01 — 1:29, the time will change to 1:00.
If the time is between 1:30 — 1:59, the time will change to 2:00.
If the electric power source has been disconnected, the time
display will automatically be set to 1:00.

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SUN VISORS
To block out glare, move the sun visor as shown.
1To block out glare from the front, swing the sun visor
down.
2To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor
from the hook and swing it to the side.
3To block out glare coming obliquely from behind you,
slide the visor backwards.
At this position, the vanity light does not come on.
4To block out glare from the front with the sun visor in
the position 2
or 3
, swing the other sun visor
down.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Center
 Vehicles without rear seat audio system
Vehicles with rear seat audio system

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1Foot lights
2Ignition switch light
3Personal lights (with the “DOOR” position)
4Center console spot lights
5Inside door handle lights
6Center interior light (with the “DOOR” position)
7Running board lights
All of the lights except the center console spot lights will
come on when any of the side doors are opened.* After all
the doors are closed, the lights remain on for about 15
seconds before fading out.** NOTE:
* The operating condition can be changed.
** The duration of lighting can be changed, and the foot
lights and inside door handle lights can be set not to come
on.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
However, in the following cases, the lights go out immediately:
 All of the lights except the center console spot lights — All
the side doors and back door are locked.
 Ignition switch light, personal lights and center interior light
— All the side doors are closed and the ignition key is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position.
 Running board lights — The vehicle speed exceeds about
8 km/h (5 mph). When
any of the side doors is unlocked, all of the lights except
the center console spot lights will come on and remain on for
about 15 seconds before fading out.
To prevent the battery being discharged, all of the lights will
automatically turn off when the ignition key removed and the
door is left opened for about 30 minutes.
Ignition switch light, personal lights and center interior
light
The ignition switch light, personal lights and center interior light
also come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before
fading out when the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”
position.
Foot lights and inside door handle lights
The foot lights and inside door handle lights also come on when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position with the selector lever
in the “P” position. When the selector lever is moved out of the
“P” position, the foot lights and inside door handle lights will be
dimmed.*
NOTE:
* The foot lights and inside door handle lights can be set to
turn off when the selector lever is moved out of the “P”
position.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
When the instrument panel light control dial is turned fully
down, the foot lights will turn off.
Center console spot lights
The center console spot lights come on when the ignition
switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

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CIGARETTE LIGHTER ANDASHTRAY
Front
To use the cigarette lighter and ashtray, first push against
the cigarette lighter and ashtray covers. Then when the
cigarette lighter cover opens, 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, the ignition key must be in the
“ACC” position to use the lighter. When finished with your cigarette, thoroughly extinguish it in
the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire.
After using the ashtray, close the lid completely.
To remove the ashtray, press down on the lock spring plate and
pull out.
Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for
replacement.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
sudden stop while driving, always completely close the
ashtray after use.

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NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
use the power outlet longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
 Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is
not in use. Inserting anything other than an
appropriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any
liquid to get into the outlet may cause electrical
failure or short circuits.
The power outlet is not designed for the following electric
appliances even though their power consumption is
under 115 VAC/100W. These appliances may not operate
properly.
Appliances with high initial peak wattage: Cathode−ray
tube type televisions, compressor −driven refrigerators,
electric pumps, electric tools, etc.
 Measuring devices which process precise data: Medical
equipment, measuring instruments, etc.
 Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power
supply: Microcomputer −controlled electric blankets, touch
sensor lamps, etc.
Certain electrical appliances may cause radio noise.
GLOVE BOX
1Unlock2Open3Lock
To use the glove box:
Open by pulling the lever.
Lock by inserting the master key and turning it clockwise.
Unlock by inserting the master key and turning it
counterclockwise.
With the tail lights on, the glove box light will come on when the
glove box door is open.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed
while driving.

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REAR CONSOLE BOX
To access the rear console box, push the center of the lid.
The rear console box light comes on when the tail lights are
turned on.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the rear console box closed
while driving.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
The garage door opener ( Universal
Transceiver) is manufactured under license from
HomeLink
 and can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting
systems, and security systems, etc.
(a) Programming the HomeLink
1Indicator light2Buttons
The HomeLink
 in your vehicle has 3 buttons and you can
store one program for each button.
To ensure correct programming into the HomeLink
, install a
new battery in the hand −held transmitter prior to programming.