Lexus 2008 GS460 - Dinghy Towing

Lexus 2008 GS460

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2-5. Driving information

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When driving

GS_G_U

March 29, 2010 3:11 pm

Dinghy towing

NOTICE

n To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground.

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the

ground) behind a motor home.

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Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- For Your Information16
Key Information19
- Keys19
Opening, Closing and Locking the Doors and Trunk21
- Smart Access System with Push-Button Start21
- Wireless Remote Control33
- Doors36
- Trunk41
Adjustable Components (Seats, Mirrors, Steering Wheel)44
- Front Seats44
- Driving Position Memory System46
- Head Restraints50
- Seat Belts52
- Steering Wheel59
- Inside Rear View Mirror60
- Outside Rear View Mirrors61
Opening and Closing the Windows and Moon Roof63
- Power Windows63
- Moon Roof66
Refueling69
- Opening the Fuel Tank Cap69
Theft Deterrent System72
- Immobilizer System72
- Alarm74
- Theft Prevention Labels (U.S.A.)76
Safety Information77
- Correct Driving Posture77
- SRS Airbags79
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System91
- Child Restraint Systems97
- Installing Child Restraints101
Driving Procedures110
- Driving the Vehicle110
- Engine (Ignition) Switch119
- Automatic Transmission123
- Turn Signal Lever128
- Parking Brake129
Instrument Cluster130
- Gauges and Meters130
- Indicators and Warning Lights134
- Multi-Information Display137
Operating the Lights and Windshield Wipers140
- Headlight Switch140
- Fog Light Switch143
- Windshield Wipers and Washer144
- Headlight Cleaner Switch147
Using Other Driving Systems148
- Cruise Control148
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control151
- Intuitive Parking Assist162
- Rear View Monitor System177
- AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System)181
- Driving Assist Systems182
- PCS (Pre-Collision System)188
Driving Information192
- Cargo and Luggage192
- Vehicle Load Limits196
- Winter Driving Tips197
- Trailer Towing202
- Dinghy Towing203
Using the Touch Screen204
- Touch Screen204
- Setting the Touch Screen208
Using the Air Conditioning System and Defogger213
- Automatic Air Conditioning System213
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers221
Using the Audio System222
- Audio System Type222
- Using the Radio225
- Using the Cassette Player234
- Using the CD Player238
- Playing MP3 and WMA Discs243
- Using the DVD Player247
- Playing DVD Video/Audio250
- Playing Video CD262
- DVD Player and DVD Video Disc Information266
- Optimal Use of the Audio/Video System278
- Using the AUX Adapter283
- Using the Steering Switches284
Using the Hands-Free System287
- Hands-Free System (for Cellular Phone)287
- Using the Bluetooth ® Phone292
- Setting the Hands-Free System307
Using the Interior Lights333
- Interior Lights List333
Using the Storage Features336
- List of Storage Features336
- Storage Compartment340
Other Interior Features343
- Sun Visors343
- Vanity Mirror344
- Clock345
- Outside Temperature Display346
- Ashtrays347
- Cigarette Lighter348
- Power Outlet349
- Seat Heaters/Ventilators350
- Armrest352
- Rear Sunshade353
- Floor Mats355
- Trunk Features356
- Garage Door Opener359
- Compass365
- Lexus Link System369
Maintenance and Care383
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Exterior383
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Interior386
Maintenance389
- Maintenance Requirements389
- General Maintenance391
  - Vehicle Interior392
  - Vehicle Exterior393
4-3. Do-It-Yourself394
- Emission Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs394
- Maintenance394
- Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions395
- Hood398
- Positioning a Floor Jack399
- Engine Compartment401
- Tires416
- Tire Inflation Pressure426
- Wheels430
- Air Conditioning Filter432
- Electronic Key Battery435
- Checking and Replacing Fuses437
- Headlight Aim462
- Light Bulbs465
Essential Information472
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed472
- If You Think Something Is Wrong478
- Fuel Pump Shut off System479
- Event Data Recorder480
Steps to Take in an Emergency482
- If a Warning Light Turns on or a Warning Buzzer Sounds482
- If a Warning Message Is Displayed491
- If You Have a Flat Tire (Vehicles with Standard Tires)506
- If You Have a Flat Tire (Vehicles with Run-Flat Tires)516
- If the Engine will Not Start517
- If the Shift Lever Cannot be Shifted from "P518
- If You Lose Your Keys519
- If the Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly520
- If the 12 Volt Battery Is Discharged523
- If Your Vehicle Overheats527
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck530
Specifications533
- Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)533
- Fuel Information546
- Tire Information549
Customization562
- Customizable Features562
Initialization568
- Items to Initialize568
- Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners570
- Seat Belt Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)571
- Abbreviation List573
- Alphabetical Index575
- What to Do if585
- Before Driving588
- Topic 1595
- Entering and Exiting595
- Keys595
  - Electronic Key595
  - Mechanical Key595
- Smart Access System with Push-Button Start596
- Theft Deterrent System597
- Steering Lock597
- Inside Rear View Mirror603
- Steering Wheel603
- Odometer/Trip Meter and Trip Meter Reset Buttons603
- Topic 2603
- When Driving605
- Starting605
  - Starting the Engine605
  - Stopping the Engine605
- Automatic Transmission606
- Parking Brake606
- Multi-Information Display607
- Turn Signal Lever608
- Emergency Flasher Switch608
- Mode Select Switch608
- Intuitive Parking Assist609
- Cruise Control610
- Topic 3610
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control611
- AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System)612
- TRAC/VSC off Mode612
- Topic 3612
- Driving Comfort617
- Touch Screen617
- Air Conditioning System618
- Audio System620
- Basic Operation620
- Hands-Free System622
- Ashtrays623
- Seat Heaters/Ventilators624
- Console Box625
- Glove Box626
- Cup Holders626
- Interior Lights627
- Rear Sunshade627
- Compass627
- Luggage Mat628
- Garage Door Opener628
- Lexus Link System630
- Topic 5630
- Opening and Closing632
- Door Locks632
- Power Windows633
- Moon Roof633
- Fuel Tank Cap634
- Hood634
- Trunk635

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