2018 Lexus GX460 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2018 GX460 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60Q09U)

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Driving
CAUTION
■When using the wide view front & side monitor system
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries.
●When attempting to use the side camera while the door mirror is folded in, the base
of the door mirror is displayed on the screen and the area in front of the vehicle can-
not be observed. The image displayed on the screen differs depending on the posi-
tion of the door mirror.
●The field of view of the camera is limited. Do not rely solely upon the wide view front &
side monitor.
As with unequipped vehicles, drive carefully while directly confirming the safety of
your surroundings.
●Always check visually to confir m your intended path is clear.
●The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and pedestrians that
appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ from the actual distances.
●When the monitor is in front view enlarged display mode, even if obstacles in the
image from the side monitor have disappear ed, do not turn the steering wheel any
further until the vehicle has passed the obstacle. By turning the steering wheel further,
the vehicle may make a tight turn, causing the vehicle to make contact with the obsta-
cle.
●Do not drive the vehicle while only lookin g at the monitor screen under any circum-
stances.
Driving while only viewing the monitor scr een may cause a collision or lead to an
accident, as the image displa yed on the monitor screen may differ from actual condi-
tions. Make sure to visually check the surrounding areas with and without the mirror
while driving.
●Do not use the wide view front & side monitor in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow.
• When the front passenger’s d oor is not closed completely
• When using tire chains
• On roads that is not flat, such as slopes
●In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become faint. The
image could distort when the vehicle is movi ng, or you may become unable to see the
image on the screen. Be sure to check dire ct visually all around the vehicle before
proceeding.
●If the tires are changed, the position of th e guide lines displayed on the screen may be
incorrect. When changing the tires, consult your Lexus dealer.
●Depending on the circumstances of the ve hicle (number of passengers, amount of
luggage, etc.), the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may change. Be
sure to check visually behind and all around the vehicle before proceeding.
●When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera or
camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.

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NOTICE
■When a solid object is close by
■When using the wide view front & side monitor
Even if an obstacle is no longer visible on the side monitor, do not turn the steering
wheel further in the direction the vehicle
is turning until the vehicle has moved com-
pletely past the obstacle. If th e steering wheel is turned to full lock, the vehicle will turn
in the smallest possible turning circle, and may collide with the obstacle.
The screen’s guide lines are designed for level
surfaces (road surface etc.) or flat walls etc.
When driving near the obstacle, the obstacle
may be displayed as outside the projected
course line, and it may seem that there is no
danger of a collision, however any sections pro-
truding from the wall may project over the
course line and the vehicle may actually collide
with the obstacle.
In cases such as this were the projected course
line passes close to obst acles, always visually
check the surroundings for safety.
Protruding section of wall
Wall displayed on screen
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Driving
NOTICE
■How to use the camera
●The wide view front & side monitor may not operate properly in the following cases.
• If the front of the vehicle or the passenger side outside rear view mirror is hit, thecamera’s position and mounting angle may change. Contact your Lexus dealer.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or modify it. This may ca use incorrect operation.
• When cleaning the camera lens, flush the camera with a large quantity of water
and wipe it with a soft and wet cloth. Strongly rubbing the camera lens may cause
the camera lens to be scratched and unable to transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wi pe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehi- cle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera or
camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.
• When the camera is used under fluorescen t lights, sodium light or mercury light
etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.
• The camera can be damaged by flying rocks and other debris.
●Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunction. If this
happens, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

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Multi-terrain Select∗
Select a mode that most closely matche
s the type of terrain on which you are
driving from among 4 modes.
Engine control and brake control can be optimized in accordance with the
selected mode.
Menu switch
“ENTER” switch
Multi-information display
Displays status information including
operating status and road type
selection.
Multi-terrain Select indicator
■Selectable modes
A mode which matches the road conditio ns can be selected from among the
following 4 modes.
∗: If equipped
Multi-terrain Select is a system that he lps drivability in off-road situations.
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ModeRoad Conditions
MUD & SANDSuitable for muddy roads, sandy roads, snow-covered roads, dirt
trails and other slippery or dirty conditions
LOOSE ROCKSuitable for slippery conditions consisting of mixtures of earth
and loose rock
MOGULSuitable for a wide range of off- road conditions, particularly very
bumpy conditions
ROCKSuitable for rocky terrain

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■Switching modesPush the menu switch.
The multi-information display will
change to electronic features control
mode.
Press the “ENTER” switch
upwards or downwards until
“MULTI-TERRAIN SELECT”
appears and then press the
“ENTER” switch.
The mode selectio n screen is dis-
played.
Press the “ENTER” switch
upwards or downwards to select
a desired mode and then press
the “ENTER” switch.
The system switches to the selected
mode, and the multi-terrain select
indicator will turn on.
Once the mode has been set, the
mode name will be displayed and
operation will commence.
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■After mode selection
OFF
Turn the system off
MODE SELECTION
Change the mode ( →P. 309)
DISP. GUIDANCE
Explain other necessary opera-
tions when selecting a mode
Status
Display the status of the system
The displayed content may differ in accordance with the system status.
■Operation guidance
Operation guidance is shown on the multi-information display when you can-
not set a mode.
When the operation guidance is shown on the multi-information display, fol-
low the instructions in the table.
Statement on the multi-information display
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■The Multi-terrain Select can be operated when
The Crawl Control is off.
■When using Multi-terrain Select
The following functions cannot be switched on or off.
●VSC
●Active TRAC
●Second start mode
A message will be shown on the multi-inform ation display stating that these functions
cannot be switched using the VSC OFF switch or the menu and “ENTER” switches.
■When selecting a terrain mode
If you are unsure which mode is appropriate, select MOGUL when the four-wheel drive
control switch is in L4 or select MUD & SAND when it is in H4.
Guidance DisplayVehicle StatusProcedure
SHIFT TO L4LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL or ROCK
mode is selected when the four-wheel
drive control switch is in H4Set the four-wheel
drive control switch to
L4
STOP THE VEHI-
CLE AND SHIFT
THE AUTO-
MATIC TRANS-
MISSION TO NThe four-wheel drive control switch
has been shifted to H4 or L4 and
LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL or ROCK
mode is selected, but the automatic
transmission is not in N position or the
vehicle is not stopped
Stop the vehicle com-
pletely and shift the
shift lever into N
ACCELERATE OR
DECELERATE
The center differential lock/unlock
switch is pressed when Multi-terrain
Select is operating, but the center dif-
ferential cannot be switched between
lock and unlockDrive straight ahead
while accelerating or
decelerating, or drive
in reverse
RETURN THE
FOUR-WHEEL
DRIVE CON-
TROL SWITCHThe four-wheel drive control switch is
shifted when Multi-terrain Select is
operating, but the transfer cannot be
shifted to H4 or L4 positionReturn the four-wheel
drive control switch to
L4 or H4
MULTI-TERRAIN
SELECT NOT
AVAILABLEThe VSC, EFI, 4WD and/or Multi-ter-
rain Select system may be malfunc-
tioningContact your Lexus
dealer

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■When it is difficult to generate traction
MUD & SAND mode provides the largest amou
nt of tire slippage, followed by LOOSE
ROCK, MOGUL and ROCK mode.
Drivability can be improved by selecting a mo de which provides a smaller amount of tire
slippage than the current mode when the amount of tire slippage is large, or conversely
selecting a mode which provides a larger amou nt of tire slippage than the current mode
when the amount of tire slippage is small.
■When the vehicle is stuck
Switching the transfer and differential
For the operation of the following func tions, refer to the following pages.
●Four-wheel drive system (→ P. 342)
●Center differential lock (→P. 343)
■When the TRAC or Active TRAC operates continuously
→ P. 354
■When the four-wheel drive control switch is in L4 position
If the Multi-terrain Select system is not op erating and the four-wheel drive control switch
is in L4, “TRAC OFF” will be shown on the multi-information display.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
The slip indicator light will come on. Have the vehicle in spected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
CAUTION
■When using the Multi-terrain Select
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries:
●There is a chance that the se lected mode may not be the most appropriate in terms of
road conditions such as pitch, slipperiness, undulation, etc. (→P. 308)
●Multi-terrain Select is not intended to expa nd the limits of the vehicle. Check the road
conditions thoroughly beforehand , and drive safely and carefully.
NOTICE
■Precaution for use
The Multi-terrain Select is intended for use during off-road driving. Do not use the sys-
tem at any other time.