2008 Lexus GX470 Operating the lights and windshield wipers / LEXUS 2008 GX470 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60D82U)

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■The power outlet can be used when
12V: The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
115V: The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent the fuse from being blown
12V: Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12V/10A.
115V: Do not use a 115V AC appliance that requires more than 100W.
If a 115V AC appliance that consumes mo re than 100W is used, the protection
circuit will cut the power supply.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
■Appliances that may not op erate properly (115V AC)
The following 115V AC appliances may not operate even if their power consump-
tion is under 100W.
●Appliances with high initial peak wattage
●Measuring devices that process precise data.
●Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply

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Seat heaters
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■When not in use
Turn the dial until the indicator light turns off.
For driver’s seat
For front passenger’s seat
Turn the dial to heats the seat.
The indicator light comes on.

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CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,
cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects
(needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the dials off when the engine is not running.

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Armrest
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the armrest
Do not place too much strain on the armrest.
Front seatLower the armrest.
Raise it to the desired angle.
Second seatPull the armrest down for use.

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Floor mats
CAUTION
■When inserting the floor mat
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in the floor mat slip-
ping and interfering with the movement of the pedals during driving, resulting in an
accident.
●Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet and the correct
side faces upward.
●Do not place floor mats on top of existing mats.
Securely place a mat that matches the size of the space on the carpet.
Secure the floor mat using the
hooks provided.

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Luggage compartment features
■Quarter window
To open the quarter windows,
pull the latch handle toward you
and swing the window fully out.
■ Cargo hooks
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
■ Cargo net hooks
To hang the cargo net, use the cargo net hooks and cargo hooks.
The cargo net itself is not included as an original equipment.
■Storage compartment
Open the storage compartment
as shown.

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First-aid kit storage beltLoosen
Tighten
■ Warning reflector holder
Disengage
Engage
■ Luggage cover
Pull out the luggage cover and
hook it on the anchors.

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Removing luggage coverRetract the cover and release both
ends, then lift it out.
After removing the luggage cover,
place it somewhere other than the
passenger compartment.
■When installing the luggage cover
Keep the “TOP” mark on the luggage cover ends upward.
CAUTION
■When the cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the cargo ho oks to their positions when they are not in
use.
NOTICE
■To prevent cargo hooks damage
Do not use the third seat anch ors instead of the cargo hooks.