Lexus GX460 (2023 year). Manual in english - page 13

P. 403)

When the micro dust and pollen filter mode is on,

is displayed on the con-

trol screen.
In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the

dehumidification function may operate.
The pollens are filtered out even if the micro dust and pollen filter mode is turned

off.

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Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Select

on the option control screen. (

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P. 404)

When the windshield wiper de-icer is on,

is displayed on the control screen.

The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after a period of time.

■

The windshield wiper de-icer can be operated when (vehicles with windshield wiper

de-icer)

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

When the windshield wiper de-icer is on (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)

The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes.

WARNING

■

When the windshield wiper de-icer is on (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)

Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars

as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the selected
air flow mode.

: Vehicles without rear air

conditioning system

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Adjusting the air flow direction and opening/closing the air outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close the vent.

Air outlets



Front outlets



Rear outlets (vehicles without
rear air conditioning system)

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Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.

●

When the engine switch is turned off, the current air conditioning settings will automat-

ically be registered to the electronic key that was used to unlock the vehicle.

The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in the vicinity or

if the smart access system with push-button start is used to unlock a passenger door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.

Contact your Lexus dealer.

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Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambi-

ent conditions.

Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately

after the Automatic mode switch is pressed.

■

When the outside temperature exceeds 75



F (24



C) and the air conditioning system

is on

●

In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air conditioning system

may switch to recirculated air mode automatically.

This may also reduce fuel consumption.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch is turned to

IGNITION ON mode.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing the outside/recircu-

lated air mode switch.

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Fogging up of the windows

●

The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Touching “A/C”

on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.

●

If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

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When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after clos-

ing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be set to outside air mode

and the fan speed to any setting except off.

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Outside/recirculated air mode

●

Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in preventing dirty air

from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle when the outside air

temperature is high.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tempera-

ture setting or the inside temperature.

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Automatic mode for air intake control (vehicles with rear air conditioning system)

In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and automati-

cally switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off, and the fan is operating, turning automatic

mode on will activate the dehumidification function.

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When the outside temperature is low

The dehumidification function may not operate even when “A/C” is touched.

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Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-

mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the

vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior

to turning the vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately

after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.

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Air conditioning filter

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Air conditioning system refrigerant

●

The meaning of each symbol on the label are as follows:

●

A label regarding the refrigerant of the air

conditioning system is attached to the hood at

the location shown in the following illustration.

Caution

Air conditioning system

Air conditioning system lubricant type

Requires registered technician to ser-
vice air conditioning system

Flammable refrigerant

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Customization

Settings (e.g. A/C automatic mode switch operation) can be changed.

(Customizable features:



P. 604)

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fogging up

●

Do not use windshield defogger switch during cool air operation in extremely humid

weather. The difference 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.

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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.

■

When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by your Lexus dealer. When a part of the air con-

ditioning system, such as the evaporator, is to be replaced, it must be replaced with a

new one.

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Do not place anything on the instrument

panel which may cover the air outlets. Other-

wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing

the windshield defoggers from defogging.

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Rear air conditioning system



Rear fan speed setting switch
Rear temperature setting switch
Airflow mode select switch
OFF switch
Automatic mode switch

When the function is on, the indicator illuminates on the control screen.

Using the touchpad of the Remote Touch, select the button on the screen. This
system can also be operated by the touch screen. (



P. 405)



: If equipped

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.

Control panel

Control screen

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4
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Adjusting the temperature setting

Press “



” on the rear temperature setting switch to increase the temperature

and “



” to decrease the temperature.

Select

on the sub menu to display the option control screen. (



P. 405)

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the system will blow ambient temperature air or

heated air.

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Adjusting the fan speed setting

Press “



” on the rear fan speed setting switch to increase the fan speed and

“



” to decrease the fan speed.

Press the OFF switch to turn the fan off.

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Changing the air flow mode

Press the airflow mode select switch.
The air flow mode change as follows each time the airflow mode select switch
is pressed.

: Air flows to the upper body.

: Air flows to the upper body and feet.

: Air flows to the feet.

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Using the automatic mode

Press the automatic mode switch.
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press the OFF switch.

■

If the system is operated manually in automatic mode

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the automatic mode
indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for functions other than that
operated are maintained.

Air conditioning controls

Using automatic mode

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3

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the selected
air flow mode.

■

Adjusting the air flow direction and opening/closing the air outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Turn the knob fully to the back of
the vehicle to close the vent.

■

Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.

●

When the engine switch is turned off, the current air conditioning settings will automat-

ically be registered to the electronic key that was used to unlock the vehicle.

The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in the vicinity or

if the smart access system with push-button start is used to unlock a passenger door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.

Contact your Lexus dealer.

Air outlets

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is

off.

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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 prevent 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 uneven surface on the seat and do not stick

sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.

●

To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is off.

Heated steering wheel (if equipped)

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The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

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The heated steering wheel will automatically 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 indicator light still flashes, a malfunction may be

occurring. Turn the heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by your

Lexus dealer.

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Front seat

Turns the seat heater on

The indicator light comes on.

The higher the number of dots, the

warmer the seat becomes.

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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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Heats the seat

The indicator light comes on.

The higher the number of dots, the

warmer the seat 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.

Seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)

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Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on

Personal/interior lights main switch

Personal/interior lights

2
3



Front



Rear

Turns the lights on/off

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Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off according to engine switch mode, the presence of the

electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are

open/closed.

■

To prevent battery discharge

If the following lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off the lights will go off

automatically after 20 minutes:

●

Personal/interior light

●

Inside door handle lights

●

Footwell lights

●

Running board lights

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Customization

Settings (e.g. adjust the time elapsed before the interior lights automatically turn off) can

be changed. (Customizable features:



P. 604)

NOTICE

To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the

engine is not running.

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List of storage features

Cup holders

(



P. 426)

Auxiliary boxes

(



P. 429)

Bottle holders/door pockets

(



P. 427)

Glove box

(



P. 424)

Console box (if equipped)

(

P. 424)

Cool box (if equipped)

(



P. 438)

Coin holder (if equipped)

(



P. 425)

WARNING

●

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause

the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other

stored items.

• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored

items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire

hazard.

●

When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the lids closed.

In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an

occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

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The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.

The coin holder is located in the console box.

●

When using the console box lid as an armrest,

slide the console box lid forward or backward

as needed. Slide the lid while pulling up the

upper lever to release the lock.

●

The tray slides forward/backward and can be

removed.

NOTICE

Do not insert items exceeding the height of the tray. Doing so may prevent opening and

closing of the lid.

Coin holder (if equipped)

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Cup holders

Cup holders/bottle holders/door pockets



Front seats



Second seats (7-passenger mod-
els)

Press down and release the cup
holder lid.

Pull the armrest down, and then press
in and release the button.



Second seats (6-passenger mod-
els)



Third seats (if equipped)

Pull the cup holder up.

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Bottle holders/door pockets

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Cup holder lights (front seats)

●

The cup holder lights turn on when the tail lights are on.

●

The brightness of the cup holder lights change in conjunction with the instrument clus-

ter light. (



P. 89)

■

When using the holder as a bottle holder

●

Close the cap.

●

The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

■

Removing the cup holders (second seats for 6-passenger models)



Front



Rear

The cup holders can be removed.

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WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holders/bottle holders

●

Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the cup holders. Even

when the lid is closed, items must not be stored in the cup holders.

Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of sudden braking, sudden

swerving or an accident, cause injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

●

Do not place anything other than bottles in the bottle holders.

In the event of an accident or sudden braking, other items may be thrown out of the

holders and cause injury.

■

When not in use

Keep the cup holders closed.
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

NOTICE

●

To prevent damage, stow the rear cup holders before stowing the armrest. (second

seats for 7-passenger models)

●

To prevent damage, do not fold down the second seatbacks when using a cup holder

on the second seats. (6-passenger models)

●

To prevent damage, do not rest your hands on the cup holders or kick them.

●

Do not place open bottles or glass and paper cups containing liquid in the bottle hold-

ers. The contents may spill and glasses may break.

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Auxiliary boxes



Type A



Type B

Press in the button and then pull down
the lid.

The overhead console is useful for tem-

porarily storing sunglasses and similar

small items.

Push the lid.



Type C (if equipped)

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Auxiliary box light (type B)

●

The auxiliary box light turns on when the tail lights are on.

●

The brightness of the auxiliary box light changes in conjunction with the instrument

cluster light. (



P. 89)

■

Closing the auxiliary box lid

Slide the auxiliary box lid forward.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Do not place cups, beverage cans or bottles in the box. They may be thrown out of the

box in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident, resulting in injury.

(type B and C)

■

Items unsuitable for storing (type A)

●

Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).

Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall out, result-

ing in an accident.

●

Do not put large items in the overhead console.

The overhead console may not be able to be shut from the conversation mirror state.

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Luggage compartment features

Raise the hook to use.

The cargo hooks are provided for

securing loose items.
When using the cargo hooks, the third

seat must be fold down. (



P. 138, 140)

Open the cover.

Turn the knob clockwise.
Open the cover.

Secure the warning reflector.

The warning reflector itself is not

included as an original equipment.

Cargo hooks

Warning reflector holder

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Installing the luggage cover

Attach the hooks to the head
restraints.

When using the luggage cover, the

third seats must be folded down.

(

P. 138, 140)

6-passenger models only: Secure
the middle part of the luggage
cover as shown.

Pull out the luggage cover and
hook it on the anchors.

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Removing the luggage cover

Retract the cover and release both
ends, then lift it out.

Luggage cover (if equipped)

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Stowing the luggage cover

Push the case while pressing the
lock release button.

Vehicles without rear automatic air

conditioning system: Shorten one

side only.
Vehicles with rear automatic air con-

ditioning system: Shorten both sides.

Push the case until it locks.

Check that the lock release button

can be seen.
Vehicles without a rear automatic air

conditioning system: Shorten one

side only.
Vehicles with a rear automatic air

conditioning system: Shorten both

sides.

Secure the luggage cover with
luggage cover restraining bands.

Check that luggage cover and lug-

gage cover restraining bands are

secured.

Fold over the cover and the sub
cover.

Lock release button

Lock release

button

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Stow the hooks.

Fold over the sub cover.

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Extending the case

Push the lock release button.

Pull the case until it locks.

Check that the lock release button

can be seen.

Lock release

button

Lock release button

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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.

WARNING

●

To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions when not in

use.

●

Keep the auxiliary box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an

accident may occur due to an occupant being 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 swerving or an accident, resulting in

death or serious injury.

●

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 swerving or

an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Do not allow children to climb on the luggage 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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NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the luggage cover

When stowing the luggage cover, do not put luggage on the luggage cover.

●

Do not use the luggage cover restraining bands for anything other than securing the

luggage cover.

●

Do not insert coins etc. into the area shown in

the illustration.

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Other interior features

Lift the lid while pulling up the lower
lever to release the lock.

Turns the cool box on/off

When on, the indicator light comes on.

■

The cool box can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

If the front air conditioning system is not in use when the cool box is turned on

The front air conditioning system is automatically turned on.

Cool box (if equipped)

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