2008 Lexus GX470 lock

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and racing the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to “P”.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, large stones or so me other material to help pro-
vide traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Lock the center differential to turn off the vehicle stability con-
trol system. ( P. 147)
Release the parking brake and shif t the shift lever to the “D” or
“R” position and carefully apply the accelerator to free the
vehicle.STEP1
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STEP3
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Vehicle identificationThe vehicle identification number (V IN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used
in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top
left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Certifi-
cation Label.
■ Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.

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6-1. Specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Lexus dealer.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110lbf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake adjustment when depressed with a force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44lbf).
Fluid capacity*11.0 qt. (10.4 L, 11.6 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “T oyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *12.0 in. (52 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake adjustment *25  7 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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6-2. Customization
Customizable features
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 2 4 )
Wireless remote controlONOFF
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in 1-
step, all doors
unlocked
in 2-steps
All doors
unlocked in 1-step
Time elapsed before auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being
unlocked
60 seconds30 seconds
Operation indicator
(Emergency flashers)ONOFF
Operation indicator
(Buzzer) ONOFF
Panic functionONOFF
Buzzer sounds when
pushing the “LOCK” but-
ton with any door not
closed.
ONOFF
Your vehicle includes a variety of elec tronic features that can be personal-
ized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires spe-
cialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus
dealership.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Door lock (
P. 2 6 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver’s door
unlocked in 1-
step, all doors
unlocked
in 2-steps
All doors
unlocked in 1-step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock functionOFFON
Opening driver’s door
unlocks all doors OFFON
Shift the shift lever to “P”
unlocks all doors.ONOFF
Shift the shift lever to posi-
tion other than “P” locks
all doors.
ONOFF
Pow e r w i n -
dows
(
P. 6 1 )
Linked door lock opera-
tionONOFF
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Wireless remote control
linked operationONOFF

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6-2. Customization
*: Vehicles sold outside Canada
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Moon roof
(
P. 6 4 )
Linked door lock opera-
tionONOFF
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when door key is
used
Slide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control
linked operationONOFF
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control used
Slide onlyTilt only
Automatic
light control
system
(
P. 1 3 5 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Levels 1 to 5
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Daytime running lightONOFF*
Illumination
(
P. 2 5 6 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedONOFF
Operation after the
engine switch is turned to
the “ACC” position
ONOFF

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIVATIONSMEANING
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-Lock Brake System
ACCAccessory
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CALCalibration
CRSChild Restraint System
DACDownhill Assist control system
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent data recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
INTIntermittent
KDSSKinetic Dynamic Suspension System
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LSDLimited Slip Differential
MMTMethylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics