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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)
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■Customization
The distance that the driver’s seat moves backward during the auto away function
can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 7 8 2 )
CAUTION
■Seat adjustment
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not recline the
seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint
forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the shoulder belt,
increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpectedly move
and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
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 pedalscomfortably.
• Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers 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, tilt 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.
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2-1. Driving procedures
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
NOTICE
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damag-
ing the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( →P. 7 2 1 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to
have your Lexus dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer, differentials, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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Interior features
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
CD player with a changer and AM/FM radio
Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 4 1 5
Using the CD playerP. 4 2 3
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 4 3 1
Operating an iPodP. 4 4 0
Operating a USB memoryP. 4 4 8
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 4 5 7
Using the AUX portP. 4 5 9
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 4 6 0
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Scanning tracksPress the “SCAN” button.
To cancel, press the “SCAN” button again.
Switching the displayPress the “TEXT” button.
Each time the button is pressed, the display changes in the following order:
Elapsed time → Album title → Tr a c k t i t l e → Artist name
Using the steering wheel audio switches
→ P. 4 6 0
■Bluetooth® audio system functions
Depending on the portable player that is connected to the system, certain functions
may not be available.
■Display
→ P. 4 2 7
■Error messages
“Memory Error”: This indicates a problem in the system.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
CAUTION
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The
vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may
fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and
operate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CFront automatic air conditioning
system
*............................................... 392
Rear automatic air conditioning
system
*............................................... 407
ABS.............................................................335
Active traction control........................336
Adaptive front lighting system ........ 223
Adaptive variable suspension system...................................................... 321
AFS ............................................................. 223
Air conditioning filter .......................... 642
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ....................... 642
Front automatic air conditioning system
*............................................... 392
Rear automatic air conditioning system
*............................................... 407
Airbags Airbag deployment
conditions............................................. 126
Airbag precautions for your
child......................................................... 132
Airbag warning light ....................... 690
Front passenger occupant classification system........................139
General airbag precautions ............131
Locations of airbags........................... 122
Modification and disposal of airbags ...................................................136
Proper driving posture .....................120
Side airbag precautions ...................133
Side and curtain shield airbags deployment conditions ................. 127
Side and curtain shield airbag precautions .........................................134
SRS airbags ............................................ 122 Alarm............................................................ 117
Antenna .................................................... 420
Anti-lock brake system ...................... 335
Armrest .................................................... 554
Audio input.............................................. 459
Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 420
Audio input........................................... 459
AUX port .............................................. 459
CD player/changer ..........................423
iPod .......................................................... 440
MP3/WMA disc................................. 431
Optimal use ..........................................457
Portable music player ..................... 459
Radio ......................................................... 415
Steering wheel audio switch........ 460
USB memory ...................................... 448
Audio/video remote controls*
Audio/video system*
Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ........................642
Front automatic air conditioning system
*...............................................392
Rear automatic air conditioning
system
*.............................................. 407
Automatic light control system.........219
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ...................186
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................................... 737
S mode .....................................................189
AUX port
*.............................................. 459
Auxiliary box .............................. 533, 560
AVS..............................................................321
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