2012 Lexus GX460 headlights

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turn-
ing off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the bulb by
the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so may
result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage
the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■High-intensity discharge (HID) headlights
●Contact your Lexus dealer before replacing high-intensity discharge headlights
(including light bulbs).
●Do not touch the high-intensity discharge headlight’s high voltage socket when
the headlights are turned on.
An extremely high voltage of 20000 V will be discharged and could result in
death or serious injury by electric shock.
●Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits
or component parts.
Doing so may result in serious injury due to electric shock.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
→P. 179), consider each of the following points:
■The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates
normally
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( →P. 1 7 9 )
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 115)
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 74 1 )
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electri-
cal problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 7 3 9 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn ov er, interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 74 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle
is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical
appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the
engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
engine of your vehicle by turning the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNI TION ON mode.
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Light bulbs
A: HB3 halogen bulbsB: D4S discharge bulbs
C: H11 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base bulb (amber)
E: Wedge base bulb (clear)
*:If equipped
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights
High beam
Low beam (discharge bulbs
*)
Low beam (halogen bulbs
*)
9005 
6035
55A B
C
Front turn signal lights21D
Parking/front side marker
lights5E
Front fog lights55C
Rear turn signal lights21D
Back-up lights92116E
Rear side marker lights5E
Running board lights5E
Interior
Personal/Interior lights Front
Rear

5
5E
E
Vanity lights8E
Door courtesy lights5E

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6-2. Customization
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Wi re le ss
remote
control
(
→P. 4 7 )
REMOTE
2-PRESS
UNLOCK
(Allows all
doors to be
unlocked by
pressing
on the elec-
tronic key once)
Driver’s
door
unlocked in
first step, all
doors
unlocked in
second step
All doors
unlocked in
first step
O–OO
Pa n i c f u n c t i o n OnOff–––O
Automatic
light con-
trol system
(
→P. 2 1 9 )
HEADLIGHT
OFF TIME
ADJUSTMENT
(Adjust the time
elapsed before
the headlights
automatically
turn off)
30 seconds
Off
O–OO60 seconds
90 seconds
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Floor mats ................................................556
FluidBrake..........................................................619
Power steering...................................... 621
Washer ................................................... 627
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs........................666
Switch ...................................................... 233
Wattage.................................................. 763
Footwell light............................................ 519
Four-wheel drive system ................... 322
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......................... 139
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light...................................... 692
Front seats
Adjustment............................................... 63
Driving position memory.................. 78
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs........................ 667
Wattage.................................................. 763
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs....................... 668
Switch ........................................................ 192
Wattage.................................................. 763
Fuel
Capacity................................................. 754
Fuel gauge ............................................. 195
Fuel pump shut off system ............684
Gas station information..................836
Information............................................ 764
Refueling ................................................. 109 Fuel door ................................................... 109
Fuel filler door ......................................... 109
Fuel pump shut off system................. 684
Fuses .......................................................... 647
Garage door opener .......................... 567
Gas station information .....................836
Gauges ...................................................... 195
Glove box ................................................ 525
Glove box light ...................................... 525
Hands-free system for cellular
phones
*................................................485
Hazard lights
Switch ...................................................... 676
Head restraints
Adjustment ...............................................82
Headlights cleaner............................... 245
Headlights Adaptive front lighting
system...................................................223
Discharge headlights
precautions ........................................674
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 663
Switch ........................................................ 219
Wattage ..................................................763
Heaters Seat heaters ........................................... 551
Side mirror................................................ 411
Heated steering ................................. 549
Height control Rear height control air
suspension .......................................... 316
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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
LightsDoor courtesy lights.......................... 519
Emergency flasher switch ............. 676
Engine switch light ............................. 519
Fog light switch................................... 233
Hazard light switch ........................... 676
Headlights switch ................................ 219
Inside door handle light................... 519
Interior lights list................................... 519
Personal/interior lights .....................521
Replacing light bulbs........................ 662
Running board lights......................... 519
Scuff lights............................................... 519
Shift lever light ...................................... 519
Turn signal lever ................................... 192
Vanity lights ..........................................539
Wattage.................................................. 763
Load capacity .........................................364
Luggage cover...................................... 560
Maintenance Do-it-yourself ma intenance .........603
General maintenance .................... 598
Maintenance data.............................. 752
Maintenance requirements ..........596
Meter
Instrument cluster light control....................................................196
Meters ...................................................... 195
Micro dust and pollen filter................ 401
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror....................... 95
Side mirror heater .................................411
Side mirrors ............................................. 97
Vanity mirrors......................................539 Moon roof................................................. 104
MP3 disc....................................................431
Multi-information display
Brightness control .............................. 215
Multi-information display ........ 204, 212
Multi Terrain ABS ................................ 335
Multi-terrain Monitor ......................... 304
Multi-terrain Select.............................. 296
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle .................... 20
Odometer ................................................ 195
Off-road precautions ......................... 353
Oil Engine oil................................................... 611
Opener Fuel filler door .......................................109
Hood .......................................................608
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .......................... 97
Driving position memory ..................78
Outside temperature display .......................................... 205, 212
Overhead console ............................... 533
Overheating, Engine .......................... 744
Parking assist sensors......................... 266
Parking brake...........................................193
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 667
Switch ........................................................ 219
Wattage ..................................................763
PCS ............................................................ 343
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