2014 Lexus GX460 Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk / LEXUS 2014 GX460 OWNERS MANUAL (OM60K80U)

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Operation of each component
Moon roof
Opens the moon roof*
The moon roof stops slightly before the
fully open position to reduce wind noise.
Press the switch again to fully open the
moon roof.
Closes the moon roof*
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: Lightly press either end of the moon roof switch to stop the moon roof partway.
Tilts the moon roof up*
Tilts the moon roof down*
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: Lightly press either end of the moon roof switch to stop the moon roof partway.
Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and tilt it up and
down.
Opening and closing
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■The moon roof can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Operating the moon roof after turning the engine off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the engine switch is
turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It
cannot, however, be operated once either
front door is opened.
■Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon roof is clos-
ing or tilting down, travel is stoppe d and the moon roof opens slightly.
■Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will open
automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■Door lock linked moon roof operation
●The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key. ( P. 5 4 3 )
●The moon roof can be opened usin g the wireless remote control. (P. 88)
■Moon roof open reminder function
An alarm will sound and a message will be shown on the multi-information display when
the driver’s door is opened with the moon r oof not fully closed and the engine switch off.
■When the moon roof does not close normally
Perform the following procedure:
●If the moon roof closes but then re-opens slightly
Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold “ ” on the .
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The moon roof will close, re-open an d pause for approximately 10 seconds.*2 Then
it will close again, tilt up and pause for appr oximately 1 second. Finally, it will tilt down,
open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the
switch.
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Operation of each component
●If the moon roof tilts down but then tilts back upStop the vehicle.
Press and hold “ ” on the
*1 until the moon roof moves into the tilt up position
and stops.
Release “ ” on the once and then press and hold “ ” on the again.
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The moon roof will pause for approximatel y 10 seconds in the tilt up position.*2
Then it will adjust slightly and pause for approximately 1 second.
Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the
switch.
*1: If the switch is released at the incorrec t time, the procedure will have to be per-
formed again from the beginning.
*2: If the switch is released after the above mentioned 10 second pause, automatic
operation will be disabled. In that case, press and hold “” on the or “ ” on the
and the moon roof will tilt up and pa use for approximately 1 second. Then it
will tilt down, open and close. Check to ma ke sure that the moon roof is completely
closed and then release the switch.
If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above procedure cor-
rectly, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 5 7 8 )
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may caus
e death or serious injury.
■Opening the moon roof
●Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle while it is
moving.
●Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■Closing the moon roof
●Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bodies in a posi-
tion where it could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.
●Do not allow children to operate the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to intentio nally activate the jam protection function.
●The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the
moon roof fully closes.

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ...................... 150
Cargo and luggage .................... 157
Vehicle load limits ......................... 161
Tr a i l e r t o w i n g (with towing hitch).................... 162
Dinghy towing...............................180
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ............. 181
Automatic transmission ............ 186
Turn signal lever ........................... 190
Parking brake ................................. 191
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 192
Automatic High Beam .............. 195
Fog light switch........................... 200
Windshield wipers and washer..........................................202
Rear window wiper and washer.......................................... 207
Headlight cleaner switch ....... 209
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap....... 210 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ...............................214
Dynamic radar cruise control ........................................... 217
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 228
Intuitive parking assist .............. 234
Rear view monitor system ...... 243
Lexus parking assist monitor ........................................ 253
Wide view front & side monitor ........................................ 279
Multi-terrain Select ................... 298
Multi-terrain Monitor ...............303
Rear height control air suspension ................................. 327
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ................ 331
Four-wheel drive system ......... 332
Crawl Control ............................. 336
Downhill assist control system .......................................... 339
Driving assist systems................ 341
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 347 • The Blind Spot Monitor function .................................... 352
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function......................... 354
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .......... 357
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 366
Off-road precautions ............... 369

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Driving the vehicle
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P. 1 8 1
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( P. 1 8 6 )
Release the parking brake. ( P. 1 9 1 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal
to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to P or
N. ( P. 1 8 6 )
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Shift the shift lever to P. ( P. 1 8 6 )
Set the parking brake. ( P. 1 9 1 )
Press the engine switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
If parking on a hill, bloc k the wheels as needed.
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving:
Starting the engine
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle
Starting off on a steep uphill
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Driving
■When starting off on a uphill (vehicles with hill-start assist control system)
The hill-start assist control is available. ( P. 3 4 2 )
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may
become fogged-up, and th e road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, becau se the road surface will be especially slip-
pery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may
be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and
brakes from operating properly.
■Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is due
to automatic up-shifting control or down-shi fting implementation to meet driving condi-
tions. It does not indica te sudden acceleration.
●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
●When the accelerator pedal is released
■Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the ve hicle, observing the followin g precautions is recommended:
●For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
●For the first 600 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system.
This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or when-
ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced.
Have your Lexus dealer, perform the bedding-down operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehi cle registration laws and confirm the availability of the cor-
rect fuel. ( P. 5 5 6 )
■When turning off the engine
Emission system operating sounds may cont inue for a short time after the engine is
turned off. This is not a malfunction, and helps to ensure optimal performance of the
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
while stopped with the engine running. This
prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelerator ped-
als to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing th e accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will
result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a difficulty in oper-
ating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress th e brake and accelerator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your righ t foot. Depressing the brake pedal using
your left foot may delay response in an emergency, resulting in an accident.
●Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
●During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off while driving
will not cause loss of steering or braking co ntrol, but the power assist to these systems
will be lost. This will make it more difficul t to steer and brake, so you should pull over
and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way: P. 4 9 9
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep
hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause th e brakes to overheat and lose effective-
ness. ( P. 1 8 6 )
●Do not adjust the positions of the steering wh eel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear
view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body are not
outside the vehicle.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Ev en if the legal speed limit permits it, do not
drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability tires.
Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible
injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle
are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.