2010 Lexus GX460 Using The Bluetooth Audio System / LEXUS 2010 GX460 OWNERS MANUAL (OM60E69U)

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■The Multi-terrain Select can be operated when
●Vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (12 km/h)
●Crawl Control is off
■When using Multi-terrain Select
The following functions cannot be switched on or off.
●VSC
●Active TRAC
●Second start mode
A message will be shown on the multi-information display stating that these func-
tions cannot be switched using the VS C OFF switch or the menu and “ENTER”
switches.
■When selecting a terrain mode
If you are unsure which mode is appropriate, select MOGUL when the four-wheel
drive control switch is in L4 or se lect MUD & SAND when it is in H4.
■When it is difficult to generate traction
MUD & SAND mode provides the largest amount of tire slippage, followed by
LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL and ROCK mode. 
Drivability can be improved by selecting a mode which provides a smaller amount
of tire slippage than the curr ent mode when the amount of tire slippage is large, or
conversely selecting a mode which provides a larger amount of tire slippage than
the current mode when the amount of tire slippage is small.
■When the vehicle is stuck
Switching the transfer and differential 
For the operation of the following functions, refer to the following pages.
●Four-wheel drive system ( P. 3 1 7 )
●Center differential lock ( P. 3 1 8 )

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■When the TRAC or Active TRAC operates continuously
P. 3 3 5
■When the four-wheel drive control switch is in L4 position
If the Multi-terrain Select system is not operating and the four-wheel drive control
switch is in L4, TRAC OFF will be sh own on the multi-information display.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
The Multi-terrain Select indicator light will blink. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
CAUTION
■When using the Multi-terrain Select
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries:
●There is a chance that the selected mode may not be the most appropriate in
terms of road conditions such as pitch, slipperiness, undulation, etc. ( P. 2 9 1 )
●Multi-terrain Select is not intended to expand the limits of the vehicle. Check the
road conditions thoroughly beforehand, and drive safely and carefully.
NOTICE
■Precaution for use
The Multi-terrain Select is intended for use during off-road driving. Do not use the
system at any other time.

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Multi-terrain Monitor
: If equipped
The Multi-terrain Monitor displays the vehicle surroundings when driving
at low speeds, thus assisting off-road driving and helping the driver to
check the vehicle surroundings.
The Multi-terrain Monitor displays the vehicle surroundings automati-
cally when a mode is being selected on the Multi-terrain Select.
● You can switch between 4 different images (front, side-front, side-
rear and rear) by operating the switch.
● By using the front and side monitors to identify objects in the vicinity
or path of the tires, you can help to prevent the vehicle from becom-
ing stuck unexpectedly while driving.
Multi-information display
Accessory meter (vehicles
without navigation system) or
touch screen (vehicles with
navigation system)
“ENTER” switch
Menu switch

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■Switching the image
Select any mode using the Multi-terrain Select system. 
( P. 290)
Move the “ENTER” switch
upwards or downwards to
select “CAM. POSITION”, and
press the “ENTER” switch.
The camera view can be
switched by moving the
“ENTER” switch upwards or
downwards.
Each time the switch is oper-
ated, the mark on the multi-
information display will move
and the image displayed on the
monitor will switch.
Front monitor*1
Side-front simultaneous dis-
play monitor
*2
Side-rear simultaneous dis-
play monitor
*2
Rear monitor*3
*1: Cannot be selected if the shift lever is in R.
*2: The displayed icon differs in accordance with shift position.
*3: Cannot be selected if the shift lever is not in R.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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Range covered by each cameraFront monitor
Side-front simultaneous display
monitor
Side-rear simultaneous display
monitor
Rear monitor
The illustration shown here is an example. As such, the actual visible area may
be different. See P. 303 for informatio n about the visual range of each camera.
Display
■ Front monitor
The image from the front camera is
displayed. Use this monitor to help
check the area in front of the vehi-
cle for safety.

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Side-front simultaneous display monitor
The image from both side cameras
is displayed. Use this monitor to
help check the area on both sides
of the vehicle at the same time, and
to check for object s near the tires
or the sides of the vehicle.
■ Side-rear simultaneous display monitor
The image from both side cameras
is displayed. Use this monitor to
help check the area on both sides
of the vehicle at the same time, and
to check for object s near the tires
or the sides of the vehicle.

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Rear monitor
The image from the rear camera is
displayed. Use this monitor to help
check the area in rear of the vehi-
cle for safety.
■The Multi-terrain Monitor can be operated when
●Any Multi-terrain Select mode is selected.
●The door mirrors are not folded.
●The vehicle speed is less than approximately 7 mph (12 km/h).
■Automatic system cancellation
In the following situations, the image is canceled automatically.
●When the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 7 mph (12 km/h).
After the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 7 mph (12 km/h), the image will
continue to be displayed for a short time. 
If the vehicle speed returns to below 7 mph (12 km/h) before the image extin-
guishes, the image will continue to be displayed.
●The Multi-terrain Select is off.
●The door mirrors are folded.

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■Displayed area
The area covered by the camera is limited. Objects which are close to either corner
of the bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may vary depending on vehicle orientation or
road conditions.
Front camera
Camera’s field of view
Objects visible to the camera
Objects not visible to the camera
Parts of the vehicle (bumper, grill, etc.)