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1-5. Refueling
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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■When refueling
Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck. If fuel is added with the nozzle
slightly lifted away from the fuel filler neck, the automatic shut off function may not
operate, resulting in fuel overflowing from the tank.
■When replacing the fuel cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle.
Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling. 
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control systems to
operate abnormally or damaging fuel syst em components or the vehicle’s painted
surface.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-
board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles without a navigation system
The indicator light flashes after
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is oper-
ating.
Vehicles with a navigation system The indicator light flashes after
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is oper-
ating.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations:
●A locked door or glas s hatch is unlocked or opened in any way
other than using the entry function, wireless remote control or
mechanical key with the alarm being set. (The doors will lock
again automatically.)
● The hood is opened with the alarm being set.
■ Setting the alarm system
Vehicles without a navigation system Close the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all the doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Vehicles with a navigation systemClose the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all the doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
●Unlock the doors.
● Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a
few seconds.)

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Tr i g g e r i n g o f t h e a l a r m
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door or hood.
●The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
■Alarm memory function
After the alarm is activated, when you unlock any door using a entry function, wire-
less remote control or mechanical key, the tail lights turn on for about 2 seconds to
inform you that the system was activated.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If mo dified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
SRS airbag system componentsOccupant detection system
(ECU and sensors)
Knee airbag
Curtain shield airbag
Front passenger airbag
“A I R B A G O N ” a n d “A I R B A G
OFF” indicator lights
Side and curtain shield airbag
sensor
Front side airbag
SRS warning light and “RSCA
OFF” indicator light Rear side (if equipped) and
curtain shield airbag sensor
Rear side airbag (outer second
seat) (if equipped)
Driver airbag
Driver’s seat belt buckle switch
Floor sensor
“RSCA OFF” switch
Airbag sensor assembly
Front airbag sensor
Front passenger’s seat belt
buckle switch

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
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■If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying (inflating)
SRS airbag.
●A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
●Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as
well as the front seats, parts of the front, center and rear pillars and roof side rail,
may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
●The windshield may crack.
●For Safety Connect subscriber s, if the SRS airbags deploy or in the event of a
severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to send an emergency call to
the response center, notifying them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to
push the “SOS” button) and an agent will attempt to speak with the occupants
to ascertain the level of emergency and assistance required. If the occupants
are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emer-
gency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency services. ( P. 5 8 0 )

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1-7. Safety information
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CAUTION
■SRS airbag precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the SRS airbags.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
●The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. 
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.
●The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or
serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver’s airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation,
placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides you with a
clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering
wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm) away now, you can
change your driving position in several ways:
• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals
comfortably.
• Slightly recline the back of the seat. 
Although vehicle designs vary, many dr ivers can achieve the 10 in. (250 mm)
distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, simply by reclining the
back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to
see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non-slippery cushion, or raise the
seat if your vehicle has that feature.
• If your steering wheel is adjustable, ti lt it downward. This points the airbag
toward your chest instead of your head and neck.
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still main-
taining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument
panel controls.