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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)
1674-1. Before driving
4
Driving
CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly, may block the
driver’s vision, or may result in items hittin g the driver or passengers, possibly causing
an accident.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
●Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than the seat-
backs.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or re ar seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover (if equipped)
• On the instrument panel
•On the dashboard
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed directly behind
the front seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for pas-
sengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. Other-
wise, they are much more likely to suffer de ath or serious bodily injury, in the event of
sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch
Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
Type A
The headlights, parking
lights, daytime running
lights (→ P. 204) and so on
turn on and off automati-
cally (when the engine
switch is in IGNITION ON
mode).
The side marker, parking,
tail, license plate, instrument
panel lights, and daytime
running lights ( →P. 204)
turn on.
The headlights and all the
lights listed above (except
daytime running lights) turn
on.
The daytime running lights
turn off.
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.
Operating instructions
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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)
2034-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
Type BThe daytime running lights
turn on. (→ P. 204)
The side marker, parking,
tail, license plate, instrument
panel lights, and daytime
running lights ( →P. 204)
turn on.
The headlights and all lights
listed above (except day-
time running lights) turn on.
The headlights, parking
lights, daytime running
lights (→ P. 204) and so on
turn on and off automati-
cally (when the engine
switch is in IGNITION ON
mode).
With the headlights on, push the
lever away from you to turn on the
high beams.
When the light switch is in “AUTO” posi-
tion, the Automatic High Beam system
will be activated. ( →P. 206)
Pull the lever toward you to the center
position to turn the high beams off.
Pull the lever toward you and release
it to flash the high beams once.
You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.
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2
3
4
Turning on the high beam headlights
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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)
3955-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is
off.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.
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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)6-1. Maintenance and care
■Caring for leather areas
Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain
the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cl
eaners available. Use a sponge or brush to
apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water. The excellent results are
obtained when keeping the ca rpet as dry as possible.
■Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also check the belts
periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause electrical components etc. to malfunction or catch fire.
●Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. (→P. 38)
An electrical malfunction ma y cause the airbags to deploy or not function properly,
resulting in death or serious injury.
■Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. Th e instrument panel may reflect off the wind-
shield, obstructing the driver’s view and le ading to an accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances su ch as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, su ch as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument pane l’s or other interior part’s
painted surface may be damaged.
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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Checking and replacing fuses
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Remove the fuse with the pull-out tool.
Only type A fuse can be removed using
the pull-out tool.
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If
this happens, check and repl ace the fuses as necessary.
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Engine compartmentDriver’s side instrument panel
Push the tab in and lift the lid off. Remove the lid.
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GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)
5718-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This is the primary identification number fo r your Lexus. It is used in register-
ing the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the front
right frame.
This number is also stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Certifica-
tion label on the left-hand side cen-
ter pillar.
Vehicle identification
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627Alphabetical index
GX460_OM_OM60Q09U_(U)
Bottle holders ......................................... 409
BrakeFluid........................................................... 577
Parking brake........................................ 201
Warning light ...................................... 520
Brake assist .............................................. 351
Break-in tips............................................. 159
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .....................................................84
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 357 The Blind Spot Monitor function ................................................362
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ............................................... 365
Care ................................................ 446, 449 Aluminum wheels ..............................446
Exterior....................................................446
Interior .....................................................449
Seat belts ............................................... 450
Cargo hooks ............................................ 412
Center differential................................ 342
CD player
*
Chains ........................................................377
Child restraint system............................ 55 Booster seats, definition ....................56
Booster seats, installation..................66
Convertible seats, definition ............56
Convertible seats, installation .............................................. 63 Installing child restraint system
with LATCH system.......................... 61
Installing child restraint system with seat belts...................................... 63
Installing child restraint system with top tether strap..........................67
Infant seats, definition.......................... 56
Infant seats, installation....................... 63
Child safety .................................................54 Airbag precautions.............................. 39
Back door precautions.....................107
Battery precautions .............. 473, 563
Child restraint system......................... 55
Glass hatch precaution ......................112
How your child should wear the seat belt ...........................................32
Installing child restraints .................... 59
Moon roof precautions ....................156
Power window lock switch............ 150
Power window precautions ........... 152
Rear door child-protectors ............. 101
Removed key battery precautions ....................................... 492
Seat belt precautions .......................... 33
Seat heater precautions ................. 399
Child-protectors ..................................... 101
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .............................. 446
Exterior ................................................... 446
Interior ..................................................... 449
Seat belts................................................450
Coat hooks ............................................. 428
Compass ..................................................429
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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”.