2010 Lexus GX460 heater

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3-7. Other interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■To prevent injuries and accidents, secure all electric appliances before use and
do not use any appliances that may do any of the following:
●Distract the driver while driving, or hamper safe driving.
●Result in a fire or burn injuries due to the appliance rolling, falling or overheating
while driving.
●Emit steam while the windows of the cabin are closed.
■To prevent unexpected accidents, such as electric shocks, do not perform any of
the following actions:
●Using the power outlet for electric heaters while sleeping.
●Contaminating the power outlet wi th liquid substances or mud.
●Handling electrical appliance plugs at th e power outlet with wet hands or feet.
●Inserting foreign objects into the power outlet.
●Using malfunctioning electric appliances.
●Inserting inappropriate or badly fitting plugs into the power outlet.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
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Heated steering wheel
: If equipped
■The heated steering wheel can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Timer
The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
■If the indicator light flashes
Press the button to turn the heated steer ing wheel off and then press the button
again. If the indicator light still flashes, a malfunction may be occurring. Turn the
heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
The heated steering wheel heats the le ather portion of the steering wheel.
Turns the heater on/off
The indicator light comes on
when the heater is operating.

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3-7. Other interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■Burns
Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes
in contact with the steering wheel when the heated steering wheel is on:
●Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
●Persons with sensitive skin
●Pe r s o n s w h o a r e f a t i g u e d
●Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the heater off when the engine is not running.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
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Seat heaters and ventilators
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good airflow
by blowing air from the seats.
■ Front seat heaters/ventilators
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots,
the warmer the seat becomes.
Blows air from the seat
The indicator light comes on. 
The higher the number of dots,
the stronger the airflow
becomes.

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3-7. Other interior features
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■The seat heaters/ventilators can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When not in use
Turn the dial until the indicator light turns off.
■Outer second seat heaters (if equipped)
For left second seat
For right second seat
High heating temperature
Low heating temperature
To turn on the seat heater, press
“HI” or “LO”.
The indicator light on “HI” or
“LO” switch indicates that the
seat heater is on.
Off
To turn off, press “OFF”.

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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
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 physically challenged
• 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.
●Do not use the seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor
burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the se at heaters and ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an unev en surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nail s, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters and ventilators off when the engine is not running.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle inte-
rior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
• Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior
part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended pe riods of time. Park
the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as
they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. 
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to
the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with
lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes
running parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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6SUB BATT30 ATo w i n g
7IG220 AInjector, ignition, meter
8HORN10 AHorn
9EFI25 AEFI ECU, A/F heater relay, fuel pump
relay, EFI NO.2
10A/F20 AA/F SSR
11FUEL OPN 10 AFuel lid opener
12S/HTR RR20 ARear seat heater
13FOLD SEAT LH30 AFolding seat (left)
14FOLD SEAT RH30 AFolding seat (right)
15TOW I N G TA I L30 ATo w i n g
16A/C COMP10 AAir conditioning system
17STRG HTR 10 ASteering heater
18CDS FAN20 ACondenser fan
19STOP10 A
Stop lights, high mount stop light, stop
light switch, stop lights relay, VSC
ECU, towing, Smart access system
with push button start
20AIR SUS NO.27. 5 AAIR SUS ECU
21H-LP RH-HI15 AHeadlight high beam (right)
22H-LP LH-HI15 AHeadlight high beam (left)
FuseAmpereCircuit