2006 LEXUS LS430 air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other 
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle 
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For US ownersReporting safety defects for US owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this 
manual.

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2
3
4
5
6
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2-3. Operating the headlight and windshield wipers ..................... 110
Headlight switch ............................. 110
Fog light switch ................................ 113
Windshield wipers and 
washer............................................... 114
Headlight cleaner switch ............. 117
2-4. Using other driving systems..... 118 Lexus park assist system ............. 118
Rear view monitor system ......... 123
Cruise control ................................ 126
Dynamic radar/ laser cruise 
control............................................. 129
Electronically modulated air 
suspension..................................... 138
Driver assist systems.................... 140
Pre-collision system 
(if equipped) ................................. 143
2-5. Driving information ................... 145 Cargo & luggage .......................... 145
Vehicle load limits ......................... 148
Winter driving tips ........................ 149
Trailer Towing................................. 152
Dinghy towing ................................ 160
3-1. Using the air conditioning 
system and defogger .............. 162 Automatic air conditioning

control............................................. 162
Rear window defogger ............... 170
Rear air conditioning controls .. 172
3-2. Using the audio system............. 174 Audio system ................................... 174
Operating the radio ...................... 176
Operating the cassette player............................................... 182
Using the CD changer ............... 185
Optimal use of the audio 
system ............................................... 191
Using the rear controller ........... 193
Using the steering switches ...... 195
3-3. Turning on interior lights......... 198 Interior lights list............................. 198
3-4. Storage......................................... 201 Storage features ............................ 201
3-5. Other interior features .......... 208 Sun visors........................................ 208
Vanity mirror and light ............... 209
Clock.................................................. 210
Ashtray ................................................ 211
Cigarette li ghter
............................ 213
Power outlets .................................. 214
Outside temperature display ... 216
Seat heaters..................................... 218
Climate control seat 
switches ......................................... 220
3Interior features

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
Refreshing rear seat 
switches ......................................... 222
Coat hooks ..................................... 223
Floor mats........................................ 224
Sunshades ....................................... 225
Trunk features................................ 227
Garage door opener .................. 232
Compass (vehicles without 
navigation syst em)
................... 238
4-1. Maintenance and care............ 244 Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle exterior .......................... 244
Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle interior............................ 247
4-2. Maintenance ............................. 250 Maintenance requ irements
.... 250
General maintenance ................ 252
Emission inspection and 
maintenance (I/M) 
programs....................................... 255
4-3. Do-it-yourself 
maintenance ........................... 256
Do-it-yourself service 
precautions .................................. 256
Hood................................................. 260
Positioning the jack ...................... 261
Engine compartment.................. 262 Tires ................................................... 278
Tire inflation pressure................ 283
Wheels.............................................. 287
Air conditioning filters............... 289
Wireless remote control

battery ............................................ 295
Blade fuses ..................................... 298
Cartridge fuses ............................ 309
Headlight aim.................................... 311
Light bulbs ........................................ 313
5-1. Essential information .............. 320 If your vehicle needs to be 
towed............................................. 320
If you think something is 
wrong ............................................. 324
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 325
Event data recorder .................... 326
5-2. Steps to take in an 
emergency .............................. 328
If a warning light turns on... ...... 328
If a warning message 
appears.......................................... 334
If you have a flat tire..................... 347
If the engine will not start ......... 353
If the transmission selector 
lever cannot be shifted 
from P............................................. 354
If you lose your keys ................... 355
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

AB
Steering switches P.195
Compass
P.238
Rear electronic sunshade switch
P.225
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Damping mode select switch P.138
Height control switch P.138
Driving pattern selector switch P.99
Automatic air conditioning controls P.162
Rear window defogger P.170
Audio system P.174
Glove box P.202
Clock P.210
Multi-information display
control switch
P.107
Automatic transmission selector lever
P.98
Traction control system off switch
P.141
Cigarette lighter and ashtray P.211
Seat heater switches/ Climate control
seat switches
P.218
Headlight cleaner switch P.117
Rear seat and rear head restraints
return switch
P.23

Refreshing rear seat switches P.222
Rear air conditioning control switches P.172
Pictorial indexRear armrest
Cup holders P.204
Rear electric sunshade
switch
P.225
Rear seat control
switches
P.23
Rear seat heater
switches
P.218
Rear climate control
seat switches
P.220
Audio rear control
switches
P.193
If equipped

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
• As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to-
vehicle distance should be increas ed. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of
speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length.
• Avoid sudden braking as you may sk id, r
esulting in jackknifing and loss
of control. This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces.
• Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.
• Avoid jerky steering and sharp turn s, and slo
w down before making a
turn.
• Note that when making a turn, the tr ailer wheels will be closer than the
v
ehicle wheels to the inside of th e turn. Compensate by making a
larger than normal turning radius.
• Crosswinds and rough roads will ad v
ersely affect handling of your
vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Peri odically check the rear to prepare
for being passed by large trucks or buses, which may cause your vehi-
cle and trailer to sway. If s
waying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel,
reduce speed immediately but gradually, and steer straight ahead.
Never increase speed. If you make no extreme correction with the
steering or brakes, your vehi cle and trailer will stabilize.
• Take care when passing other vehicl es. P
assing requires considerable
distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your
trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes.
• In order to maintain efficient engine br
aking and electrical charging
performance, do not use overdrive. Transmission shift range position
must be in “4”, in the “S” mode.
• Due to the added load of the traile r
, your vehicle’s engine may overheat
on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when driving up a
long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in use), pull
your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot. See “If your vehicle
overheats” ( P.359 ).

3Interior features
161
3-1. Using the air conditioning 
system and defogger ........... 162
Automatic air conditioning 
control .......................................... 162
Rear window defogger............. 170
Rear air conditioning 
controls ........................................ 172
3-2. Using the audio system .......... 174 Audio system ................................. 174
Operating the radio................... 176
Operating the cassette 
player ............................................ 182
Using the CD changer ............ 185
Optimal use of the audio 
system ............................................ 191
Using the rear controller ......... 193
Using the steering switches.... 195
3-3. Turning on interior lights ...... 198 Interior lights list ......................... 198
3-4. Storage ...................................... 201 Storage features......................... 201 3-5. Other interior features ....... 208
Sun visors ..................................... 208
Vanity mirror and light ............ 209
Clock ............................................... 210
Ashtray............................................. 211
Cigarette lighter ......................... 213
Power outlets................................ 214
Outside temperature display .......................................... 216
Seat heaters .................................. 218
Climate control seat 
switches ..................................... 220
Refreshing rear seat 
switches ...................................... 222
Coat hooks................................... 223
Floor mats ..................................... 224
Sunshades ................................... 225
Trunk features.............................. 227
Garage door opener ............... 232
Compass (vehicles without 
navigation system) ................ 238

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning control
Airflow and outlets automatically adjust according to the temperature set-
ting. 
For vehicles equipped with navigation sy
stem, refer to the separate Naviga-
tion System Owner’s manual for further details.
Vehicles equipped with rear air conditioning
Driver's side 
temperature 
control
Simultaneous 
or individual 
mode Winds hield

defogger
Automatic 
mode
Driver's side 
temperature display Off
Fan speed Changes the air

outlets used Passenger’s side

temperature display Swing

center 
vent
Po w e r
Passenger’s side

temperature 
control
Rear air conditioning

control switches 
(  P. 1 7 2 )
Outside air or 
recirculate

mode