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ning system and defogger
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Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat
ventilators
Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blowing air from
the seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to pr event the minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●Do not put heavy objects that have an unev en surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent battery discharge, do not us e the functions when the engine is off.
Heated steering wheel (if equipped)
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GX460_OM_OM60R27U_(U)
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automati cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
●If the indicator light flashes, press the switch to turn the heated steering wheel off and
then press the switch again. If the indica tor light still flashes, a malfunction may be
occurring. Turn the heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Front seat
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots, the
warmer the seat becomes.
■Rear seat (if equipped)
For left second seat
For right second seat
High heating temperature
Low heating temperature
To turn on the seat heater, press “HI”
or “LO”.
The indicator light on “HI” or “LO”
switch indicates that the seat heater
is on.
Off
To turn off, press “OFF”.
The seat heaters can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Seat heaters (if equipped)
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Interior features
Heats the seat
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots, the
warmer the airflow becomes.
Blows air from the seat
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number of dots, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION
ON mode.
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the
vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as they
may stick to the leather su rface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. ( P. 230)
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system ma y be damaged if water comes into contact
with electrical components such as the au dio system above or under the floor of the
vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the
rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe th e window in strokes running
parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
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Maintenance and care
■Running board lightsTurn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
■Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Lexus
dealer.
●Headlights
●Parking lights/daytime running lights
●Front side marker lights
●Fog lights (if equipped)
●Side turn signal lights
●High mounted stoplight
●Stop/tail lights
●License plate lights
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■LED lights
The headlights, parking lights/daytime running
lights, front side marker lights, fog lights,
side turn signal lights, high mounted stoplig ht, stop/tail lights and license plate lights con-
sist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Lexus
dealer to have the light replaced.
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer for mo re information in the following situations:
●Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
●Water has built up inside the headlight.
WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning
off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bu lb with bare hands. When it is unavoid-
able to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is sc ratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or water entering th e headlight unit. This may damage the head-
lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
●Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits or
component parts.
Doing so may result in death or se rious injury due to electric shock.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
608Alphabetical index
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Console box ........................................... 396
Cool box .................................................. 409
Cooling system ..................................... 455Engine overheating.......................... 546
Conversation mirror ............................. 412
Crawl Control ....................................... 344
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control......254
Cup holders ............................................ 398
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 36
Current fuel consumption ................... 93
Customizable features ....................... 576
DAC (Downhill Assist Control system)................................................... 348
Daytime running light system ........... 210
Defogger Front windshield ................................ 380
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 381
Rear window ......................................... 381
Differential ............................................... 557
Dimension ............................................... 552
Display Drive information .................................. 93
Multi-information display ....................91
Warning message ............................ 520
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 447
Doors.......................................................... 104 Back door ................................................... 111
Door glasses ......................................... 156
Door lock ................................................ 104
Open door warning light................ 513
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 153
Rear door child-protector.............. 107
Drive information .................................... 93
Drive-Start Control ...............................166 Driver’s seat position memory............141
Driving ........................................................ 164
AVS switch ........................................... 339
Break-in tips ...........................................166
Correct posture .................................... 28
Procedures .............................................164
Winter drive tips ................................ 367
Dynamic radar cruise control ..........254
Eco Driving Indicator .............................96
EDR (Event data recorder)................... 10
Electronic key ......................................... 100 Battery-saving function .................... 123
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................540
Replacing the battery ...................... 484
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................540
If the engine will not start ...............538
If the vehicle has discharged battery ........................ 543
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water.....................................................502
If the warning buzzer sounds ......... 511
If the warning light turns on ............. 511
If you have a flat tire .......................... 524
If you lose your keys................. 101, 103
If you think something is wrong.................................................. 509
If your vehicle becomes stuck...................................................... 549
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................503
If your vehicle overheats ................ 546
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Emergency flashers .............................500
EngineAccessory mode..................................197
Brake Override System .................. 165
Compartment....................................... 451
Drive-Start Control............................ 166
Hood ....................................................... 450
How to start the engine ................... 196
Identification number ...................... 554
If the engine will not start............... 538
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 196
Overheating ........................................ 546
Engine compartment cover ............. 452
Engine coolant....................................... 455 Capacity ................................................ 556
Checking............................................... 455
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................367
Engine immobilizer system ..................76
Engine oil ................................................. 453 Capacity ................................................ 554
Checking................................................453
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................367
Warning message ............................. 522
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 454
Engine switch ...........................................196
Engine switch light ............................... 392
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 Flat tire .......................................................524
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................. 558
Brake........................................................559
Steering ................................................. 560
Washer ................................................... 463
Fog lights.................................................... 217 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 497
Switch ........................................................ 217
Four-wheel drive system................... 340
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 47
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ....................................... 513
Front seats ................................................. 128 Adjustment..............................................128
Cleaning................................................. 437
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory...................141
Head restraints .....................................146
Seat heaters ..........................................390
Seat position memory .........................141
Front turn signal lights .........................207 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 493
Turn signal lever ................................. 207
Wattage ...................................................561F