2006 LEXUS LX470 low

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CAUTION
Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them
when the switch is on.
If further defrosting or defogging is desired, simply actuate the
switch again. When the surface has cleared, push the switch
once again to turn the defogger off. Continuous use may cause
the battery to discharge, especially during stop− and−go
driving. The defogger is not designed to dry rain water or to
melt snow.
If the outside rear view mirrors are heavily coated with ice, use
a spray de −icer before operating the switch.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the
switch off when the engine is not running.
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES
12X006f
 1
For driver’s window
2For front passenger’s window
3For left rear window
4For right rear window
To raise or lower the windows, use the switch on each
door. The passengers’ windows can also be controlled by
the switches on the driver’s door.
The power windows work when the ignition key is in the “ON”
position.
Retained accessory power: Even if the ignition key is turned
to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position with all the doors closed, t\
he
window can be operated until either of the front doors is
opened (or for about 45 seconds).

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12L010
Operating the switches
To raise or lower the window, pull the switch halfway up
or push it halfway down.
Automatic operation: To fully raise or lower the window
automatically, pull the switch fully up or push it fully down.
To stop the window partway, lightly push or pull the switch in
the opposite direction and then release it.
Operating the window lock switch
12X007g
 Indicator light
With the window lock switch pressed in, only the driver’s
window can be raised or lowered.
The indicator lights on the switch tell you which of the switches
can be operated.
Even with the window lock switch pressed in, the windows will
be opened from outside the vehicle using an ignition key or
wireless remote control.

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Operating the windows from outside the
vehicle
The windows can be operated using an ignition key.*NOTE: *This feature can be deactivated. Ask your Lexus
dealer for details.
11x507
Insert the ignition key into the keyhole on the driver’s side.
To close the windows: Turn the key in the locking direction
and hold it.
After the door is locked, the windows begin to close. To stop
in the middle, return the key.
To open the windows: Turn the key in the unlocking direction
and hold it.
After the door is unlocked, the windows begin to open. To stop
in the middle, return the key.
This function will work even with the window lock switch
pressed in.
Jam protection function
If something gets caught between the window and window
frame during automatic raising operation, retained accessory
power raising operation or raising operation using the ignition
key from outside, the window stops and is lowered.
If the window receives a strong impact, this function may work
even if nothing is caught.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the
following.
 Before you close the power windows, always make
sure there is nobody around the power windows. You
must also make sure the heads, hands and other
parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept
completely inside the vehicle. If someone’s neck,
head or hands get caught in a closing window, it
could result in death or serious injury. When anyone
closes the power windows, make sure he or she
operates the windows safely.
 When small children are in the vehicle, never let them
use the power window switches without supervision.
Use the window lock switch to prevent them from
making unexpected use of the switches.

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CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the
following.
Always make sure the hands and other parts of the
bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside
the vehicle before you close the power quarter
windows. If someone’s hands get caught in a closing
window, it could result in a serious injury. When
anyone closes the power quarter windows, make
sure he/she operates the windows safely.
 When small children are in the vehicle, never let them
use the power rear quarter window switches without
supervision.
 Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave
your vehicle.
 Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone
in your vehicle, especially with the ignition key still
inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power
quarter window switches and get trapped in a
window. Unattended person (particularly a small
child) can be involved in a serious accident.
EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH
12X503a
To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To
turn them off, push the switch again.
All the turn signal lights will flash. The emergency flashers will
work with the engine running or off and with or without the
ignition key.
Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if you
must stop your vehicle where it might be a traffic hazard.
Always pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible.
The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency
flashers are in operation.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the switch on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.

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SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
12X025c
 1For driver’s seat 2For front passenger’s seat
3High heating temperature
4Low heating temperature
To turn on the seat heater, push the switch to “HI” (high
temperature) or “LO” (low heating temperature). To turn
off the seat heater, push the switch lightly on the opposite
side. At this time, the indicator light on either side will
illuminate to indicate the seat heater is operating.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position to operate seat
heaters.
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.

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FUEL GAUGE
13X500
Low fuel level warning light
The gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank when the ignition switch is on.
It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.
If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light\
comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level
warning light may come on earlier than usual.
If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the
indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible. See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended
fuel selection.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
13X501
 Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool.

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Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,
such as:

Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
 Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
 Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop−and−go traffic.
 Towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling
system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The
thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant
to keep the temperature of the engine within the
specified operating range.
 Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
See “If your vehicle overheats” on page 338.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
13X623
 1
Normal driving 2Idling
The engine oil pressure gauge indicates engine oil
pressure when the ignition is on. Check it while driving to
make sure the needle is in the proper range.
If the engine oil pressure should stay below the normal range,
pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine
immediately. Call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
Engine oil pressure may not build up when the engine oil level
is too low. The engine oil pressure gauge is not designed to
indicate engine oil level, and the engine oil level must be
checked using the level dipstick.

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NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the engine oil pressure
below the normal range until the cause is fixed it may
ruin the engine.
VOLTMETER
13X503a
 1 Normal range 2Charging system warning light
The voltmeter tells whether the battery is charged or
discharged. Check it while the engine is running the
needle should always indicate as shown above.
If the needle reads below or above the normal range while the
engine is running, it indicates the charging system needs
immediate repair.
However, it is normal for the needle to drop below the normal
range during engine starting.