2008 Lexus GX470 air filter

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ................................. 246
Using the video mode ............... 248
Changing the initial setting ...... 249
3-4. Using the interior lights .......... 256 Interior lights list............................ 256
3-5. Using the storage features .... 259 List of storage fe atures............... 259
3-6. Other interior features........... 264 Sun visors......................................... 264
Vanity mirror .................................. 265
Clock ................................................. 266
Outside temperature display ........................................... 268
Ashtrays ........................................... 269
Cigarette lighter ............................ 271
Power outlet ................................... 272
Seat heaters .................................... 274
Armrest ............................................ 276
Floor mats........................................ 277
Luggage compartment features .......................................... 278
Garage door opener ................... 281
Compass......................................... 286
Lexus Link System ...................... 290 4-1. Maintenance and care............ 306
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......................... 306
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior........................... 308
4-2. Maintenance................................ 311 Maintenance requirements ........ 311
General maintenance ................. 313
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 316
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 317 Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 317
Hood................................................. 320
Engine compartment................... 321
Tires ................................................... 336
Tire inflation pressure................. 343
Wheels.............................................. 347
Air conditioning filter.................. 349
Wireless remote control battery ............................................. 351
Rear seat entertainment system controller ...................... 353
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 355
Light bulbs ....................................... 365
4Maintenance and care

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and care ............................... 306
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .................... 306
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 308 4-2. Maintenance .................... 311
Maintenance requirements.......................... 311
General maintenance ........... 313
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ................................ 316
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ................. 317
Do-it-yourself service precautions ............................ 317
Hood .......................................... 320
Engine compartment ............ 321
Tires............................................ 336
Tire inflation pressure........... 343
Wheels ...................................... 347
Air conditioning filter ........... 349
Wireless remote control battery ................... .................. 351
Rear seat entertainment system controller ................ 353
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................ 355
Light bulbs ................................ 365

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, inverter, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is in “LOCK”.
With the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the electric cooling fan
may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-
perature is high. ( P. 3 2 9 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in the eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to
dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.Open the glove box and
unhook the clip.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter case.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched-
ule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Warranty and Ser-
vices Guide/Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter from the filter case and
replace it with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on the
filter and the filter case should
be pointing up.
STEP5

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................. 192
ABS.............................................................. 159
Active traction control......................... 159
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ....................... 349
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 192
Airbags Airbag operating conditions...........80
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 85
Airbag warning light ........................ 382
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 87
General airbag precautions ........... 84
Locations of airbags............................. 77
Modification and disposal of airbags ....................................................88
Side airbag precautions .................... 86
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions .......................80
SRS airbags .............................................. 77
Alarm ............................................................ 72
Antenna ........................................208, 303
Armrest ..................................................... 276
Ashtrays .................................................... 269
Audio system Antenna ..................................................208
CD player/changer .............................211
DVD information ............................... 240
DVD player ............................................ 231
DVD video/audio ............................. 236
MP3/WMA disc .................................218
Optimal use.......................................... 224
Radio ........................................................ 203
Rear sear entertainment system .................................................... 231 Steering switches .............................. 228
Video CD ..............................................243
Automatic light control system........ 135
Automatic transmission ........................ 121
Back door .....................................................31
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 420
Battery Battery .................................................... 333
Checking............................................... 333
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 405
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 176
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 330
Parking brake........................................ 125
Brake Assist ............................................. 159
Care Exterior ................................................... 306
Interior.....................................................308
Seat belts ............................................... 309
Cargo capacity....................................... 168
Cargo hooks .......................................... 278
CD player ................................................... 211
Center differential lock ........................ 147
Chains ......................................................... 177
Child-protectors...................................... 28
Child restraint system Definition .................................................. 95
Installation ................................................ 98
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................................... 102
Installing CRS with seatbelts ...........99A
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