2014 Lexus GX460 immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTS2
GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0K 80 U_ (U)
For your information ................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index ............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving..................................24
For safety drive............................... 26
Seat belts .......................................... 28
SRS airbags ..................................... 34
Front passenger occupant classification system.................. 45
Safety information for children ............................................51
Child restraint systems ............... 52
Installing child restraints............. 56
Exhaust gas precautions............ 65
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system....... 66
Alarm ................................................. 68
2. Instrument cluster Warning and indicators lights .................................................72
Gauges and meters ......................77
Multi-information display ..........80
Fuel consumption information ................................... 86 3-1. Key information
Keys ....................................................88
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Side doors ........................................ 92
Back door ........................................ 99
Glass hatch.................................... 104
Smart access system with push-button start ..................... 108
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats........................................ 115
Rear seats......................................... 117
Driving position memory..........128
Head restraints .............................132
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ..............................135
Inside rear view mirror .............. 137
Outside rear view mirrors........139
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................. 142
Moon roof .......................................145
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component
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For safety and security1
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 24
For safety drive............................... 26
Seat belts .......................................... 28
SRS airbags ..................................... 34
Front passenger occupant classification system.................. 45
Safety information for children ............................................51
Child restraint systems ............... 52
Installing child restraints ............. 56
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 65
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ....... 66
Alarm ................................................. 68
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661-2. Theft deterrent system
GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0K 80 U_ (U)
Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that the system has
been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a
built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■Certifications for the immobilizer system
XFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-2
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
XFor vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
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.
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671-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
CAUTION
■Certifications for the immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.
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GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0K 80 U_ (U)3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■Battery-saving function
The battery-saving function will be activated in order to prevent the electronic key bat-
tery and the vehicle battery from being discha
rged while the vehicle is not in operation
for a long time.
●In the following situations, the smart access system with push-button start may take
some time to unlock the doors.
• The electronic key has been left in an area of approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of the outside
of the vehicle for 10 minutes or longer.
• The smart access system with push-button start has not been used for 5 days or
longer.
●If the smart access system with push-button start has not been used for 14 days or
longer, the doors cannot be unlocked at any doors except the driver’s door. In this case,
take hold of the driver’s door handle, or use the wireless remote control or the mechan-
ical key, to unlock the doors.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the following
situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart access system with push-button start, wireless remote
control and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Ways of coping: →P. 5 4 3 )
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or
other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless com-
munication device
●When the electronic key is in contact with , or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
•Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or me tallic objects are attached to the rear win-
dow
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1834-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the engine
switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Per-
form the following procedure to turn the switch off:
Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that the indicator on the engine switch is illuminated in amber and then
press the engine switch once.
Check that the indicator on the engine switch is off.
■Auto power off function
When the shift lever is in P, if the vehicl e is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
with the engine not running for more than 20 minutes (ACCESSORY mode) or one
hour (IGNITION ON mode), the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the
engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when
the engine is not running.
■Operation of the engine switch
When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the switch is
pressed improperly, the engine may not start or the engine switch mode may not change.
It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
■Electronic key battery depletion
→ P. 9 0
■Conditions affecting operation
→P. 110
■Note for the entry function
→P. 111
■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 6 6 )
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel
will be locked due to the steering lock func tion. Operating the engine switch again auto-
matically cancels the steering lock.
When stopping the engine with the sh ift lever in a position other than P
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GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0K 80 U_ (U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
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 again following correct starting procedures.
(
→ P. 181)
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. ( →P. 6 6 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 545)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem
such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an interim measure is available
to start the engine. ( →P. 5 4 1 )
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed ( →P. 181), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not so und or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over.
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611Alphabetical index
GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0K 80 U_ (U)
Emergency flashers ............................. 498
EngineAccessory mode................................. 182
Compartment ....................................... 451
Hood ....................................................... 450
How to start the engine ..................... 181
Identification number ...................... 556
If the engine will not start............... 540
Ignition switch (engine switch).......181
Overheating ........................................ 548
Engine compartment cover ...............451
Engine coolant....................................... 455 Capacity ................................................ 558
Checking............................................... 455
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine immobilizer system ................. 66
Engine oil ................................................. 453 Capacity ................................................ 556
Checking................................................453
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine switch ............................................ 181
Engine switch light ............................... 392
EDR .................................................................10 Flat tire ....................................................... 527
Floor mats.................................................... 24
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................. 560
Brake..........................................................561
Steering .................................................. 562
Washer ................................................... 463
Fog lights.................................................. 200 Switch ................................................. 200
Wattage .................................................563
Four-wheel drive system................... 332
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................45
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ..................................... 509
Front position lights ............................... 192 Light switch............................................. 192
Wattage .................................................563
Front seats.................................................. 115
Adjustment............................................... 115
Cleaning................................................. 437
Correct driving posture .................... 26
Driving position memory.................128
Head restraints ..................................... 132
Seat heaters ..........................................390
Seat position memory .......................128
Front turn signal lights ..........................190
Replacing light bulbs .......................490
Turn signal lever .................................. 190
Wattage .................................................563F
*:For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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