2014 Lexus GX460 child lock

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1053-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
■When opening the glass hatch
●Open the glass hatch slowly and carefully.
●Use the glass hatch opener or wireless remote control when the back door is closed.
■Operation signals (when opening with the wireless remote control)
A buzzer sounds once to indicate that the glass hatch have been opened.
■Opening the glass hatch while the rear window wiper is in operation
Rear window wiper operation will stop mo ving. Operation will recommence after the
glass hatch has been closed.
■Function to prevent the glass hatch bein g locked with the electronic key inside
●When all doors are being locked, closing the glass hatch with the electronic key left
inside the luggage compartment will sound an alarm.
In this case, the glass hatch can be opened using the entry function.
●Even when the spare electronic key is put in the luggage compartment with all the
doors locked, the key confinement prevention function can be activated so the glass
hatch can be opened. In order to prevent theft, take all electronic keys with you when
leaving the vehicle.
●Even when the electronic key is put in the luggage compartment with all the doors are
locked, the key may not be detected depending on the places and the surrounding
radio wave conditions. In this case, the ke y confinement prevention function cannot be
activated, causing the doors to lock when th e glass hatch is closed. Make sure to check
where the key is before closing the glass hatch.
■After closing the glass hatch
Check that the glass hatch is firm ly locked. If it is not firmly locked, the rear window wiper
and washer will not operate correctly.
■Customization
The glass hatch opening operation can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 5 7 8 )
CAUTION
■While driving
●Keep the glass hatch closed while driving.
If the glass hatch is left open, it may hit near-by objects while driving or luggage may
be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.
In addition, exhaust gases may enter the ve hicle, causing death or a serious health
hazard. Make sure to close the glass hatch before driving.
●Before driving the vehicle, make sure that the glass hatch is fully closed. If the glass
hatch is not fully closed, it may open unexpe ctedly while driving, causing an accident.
■When children are in the vehicle
Do not allow a child to open or close the glass hatch.
Doing so may cause the glass hatch to move unexpectedly, or cause the child’s hands,
head, or neck to be caught by the closing glass hatch.

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1273-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
CAUTION
■When folding the seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious
injury.
●Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
●Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
●Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compartment while
driving.
●Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
■Seat adjustment
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious
injury.
●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 dr iving as the seat may unexpectedly move
and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
●Be careful not to get hands or feet pinc hed between the rear console box and the
second seat when folding down the rear seatback.
■When stowing the third seats
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious
injury.
●Check that there is no luggage and that there are no other people around the seat
before stowing operation.
●Do not insert hands or feet into the moving parts of the seat.
●Do not allow children to operate the seat.
■After returning the seatbacks to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious
injury.
●Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing it forward and rearward on the
top.
●Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
NOTICE
■When returning the third seat (vehicles with a luggage cover)
If the luggage cover is installed in the luggage compartment, make sure you remove it
before returning the third seat. ( P. 404) The luggage cover may be damaged by the
seat.

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GX460_OM_OM60K80U_(U)3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:
Closing
One-touch closing
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Opening
One-touch opening
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: To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Press the switch down to lock the pas-
senger window switches.
The indicator will come on.
Use this switch to prevent children from
accidentally opening or closing a pas-
senger window.
The passenger windows can still be
opened and closed using the power
window switches on the driver’s side
even if the lock switch is on.
Opening and closing procedures
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Window lock switch
Indicator

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4075-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
■Adjusting the sub cover
Fasten the button when the second seats are in the rear-most position.
Unfasten the buttons before sliding the second seats forward.
CAUTION
●When the cargo hooks are not in use, to avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to
their stowed positions.
●Keep the auxiliary box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an
accident may occur due to an occupant bein g struck by an open auxiliary box or the
items stored inside.
●Keep the both sides of the luggage cover case locked. Otherwise, the luggage cover
may fly out in case of the sudden braking, sudden serving or an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury. (v ehicles without third seats)
●When stowing the luggage cover in the luggage compartment, use the luggage
cover restraining bands to secure the left and right sides of the luggage cover. Other-
wise, the luggage cover may fly out in case of the sudden braking, sudden serving or
an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. (v ehicles without third seats)
●Do not allow children to climb on the lugg age cover. Climbing on the luggage cover
could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing death or serious injury
to the child.

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4616-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive.
Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground
cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and disconnecting
the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the battery
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the system.
Shift the shift lever to P
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
●Unlocking the doors using the smart access system with push-button start may not be
possible immediately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine may not
start with the engine switch turned off. However, the engine will operate normally from
the second attempt.
●The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is reconnected, the
vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the status it was in before the battery was
disconnected. Make sure to turn off the en gine before disconnect the battery. Take
extra care when connecting the battery if the engine switch mode prior to discharge is
unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
■Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen
gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious injury, take
the following precautions while working on or near battery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or
closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. ( P. 8 9 )
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. ( P. 8 9 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( P. 4 7 9 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( P. 1 8 2 )
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
( P. 1 1 0 )
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from in side the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
( P. 9 5 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened

608Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................................376, 386Air conditioning filter........................ 477
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).........341 Function ................................................... 341
Active Traction Control .................... 342 Warning light ...................................... 507
Air conditioning filter ...........................477
Air conditioning system ..........376, 386 Air conditioning filter........................ 477
Airbags ........................................................ 34 Airbag operating conditions ........... 42
Airbag precautions for your child........................................ 37
Airbag warning light ........................ 507
Correct driving posture .................... 26
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions........................ 42
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................................... 37
General airbag precautions............ 37
Locations of airbags ............................ 34
Modification and disposal of airbags ..............................41
Side airbag operating conditions .............................................. 42
Side airbag precautions..................... 37
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................ 42
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ........................................... 37
SRS airbags.............................................. 34
SRS warning light.............................. 507
Alarm ............................................................ 68 Alarm...........................................................68
Warning buzzer ................................ 507
Anchor brackets ...................................... 58 Antennas (smart access system
with push-button start) .................... 108
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ....................................................... 341 Function .................................................... 341
Warning light ....................................... 507
Armrest ...................................................... 417
Assist grip .................................................. 418
Audio input
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Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................... 194
Automatic High Beam ......................... 195
Automatic light control system ........ 194
Automatic transmission.......................186 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 542
S mode..................................................... 188
AUX port
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Auxiliary boxes ..................................... 400
AVS ............................................................. 331
Back door ....................................................99
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .........................491
Wattage .................................................563
Battery ...................................................... 460 Battery checking ................................460
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................545
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 366
Warning light ....................................... 507
Bluetooth
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Bottle holders ......................................... 399
BrakeFluid............................................................ 561
Parking brake.......................................... 191
Warning light ...................................... 507
Brake assist ...............................................341
Break-in tips............................................. 150
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ..................................................... 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 347
Care ................................................ 434, 437 Aluminum wheels ..............................434
Exterior....................................................434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts ............................................... 438
Cargo hooks .......................................... 402
Center differential................................ 332
CD player
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Chains ....................................................... 366
Child restraint system............................ 52 Booster seats, definition ....................53
Booster seats, installation....................61
Convertible seats, definition ............ 53
Convertible seats, installation ............................................. 58
Installation with LATCH system ..................................................... 57
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 58
Installing CRS with top straps..................................... 62 Infant seats, definition.......................... 53
Infant seats, installation....................... 58
Child safety .................................................. 51 Airbag precautions...............................37
Back door precautions...................... 101
Battery precautions ..............460, 547
Child restraint system......................... 52
Glass hatch precaution ................... 105
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 30
Installing child restraints .................... 56
Moon roof precautions ....................148
Power window lock switch............. 142
Power window precautions ........... 144
Rear door child-protectors ............. 95
Removed key battery precautions ...................................... 480
Seat belt precautions ............................ 31
Seat heater precautions .................390
Child-protectors ..................................... 95
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .............................. 434
Exterior ................................................... 434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts................................................438
Coat hooks ............................................... 417
Compass ................................................... 419
Condenser...............................................457
Console box ........................................... 396
Cool box .................................................. 409
Cooling system ..................................... 455 Engine overheating ..........................548
Conversation mirror............................. 412
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*:For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.