Top 20 2004 Lexus GX 470 Questions & Answers

You can't remove it! The antitheft system is a module that integrates the key, the locks, the ignition switch and the ECM as well as other ingress into the car. You have to fix it, not find a way around it. The system is there to stop exactly what you are trying to do. You need the Dealership or a good auto-electrician.

The owners manual should describe fuse locations in detail.

Have someone pull the hood release for you, and you bang the hood several times with your fist...if this works lubricate your hood lock before you close it.

Most vehicle door open light works by a spring loaded contact switch. The switch body acts as ground. when the door is closed the switch depress disconnecting positive from ground. Seems that one of your door switch may be bad. Look for a rubber covered sitch on the door jam you should be able to remove the rubber cover to access the switch for a good inspection.

There will be 2 bolts on the top of caliper. generally of M10. Open both bolt and remove brake pads. Please note that to push the piston back you will be needing special tool, so better take help from mechanic as compnies dont provide those tools with car.

U can still pull Ur door panel off with the door being shut, then Find Ur door lock actuator disconnect it & manually unlock Ur door and U should be able to open it.

you mean the park lamps.the park lamp (HL switch 1 click, is park or as some call it tail or other running. same o samo)the park circuit is the most complex lighing inthe car.2 front, 3 rear.4 sides.and 10 in dash. and console, as many as 20 in all.so if all work but some, the lamps are out, replace them.how , as in how to remove them. ok. there are basically 3 ways from 1920 to now, all cars on earth. 1: take out the lenses screws and , remove bulb2: if no screw, look behind lamp. see screws, or nuts, bingo3: last, on some cars the lenses pry out. do this last so you dont break the lenes.there are exceptions, on some cars ring snaps on the lens locking it. pry it off,in most cars, open the operator guide, see indexsee lighting, turn to that page see lamp change out, bingolost the op guide?, Google will Find them all,, no need to guess, RTM.

Sounds like a copied disk without copy protection deactivated. Just a guess.

for one ur motor is going out it is the rod

Is there power getting to the Compressor for the Air Ride? If there is, then the Compressor went SOUTH. If no power, you need to trace it back to the Power Source (Fuse Box)....Remember that the Compressor needs Power to Operate and if it has Power, then it is the Problem

What kind of wheels do you have? When people put the Larger Tires or WHEELS (20's 22's).... They cause problemsAlso if you broke a BELT on the Inside of the Tire, it will get BUMPY

are they hid lights ?then it could be the balacer

you may need to replace the rear struts. You should consult a mechanic.

replace the cabin air filter most are behind the glove box put directions come with most replacement filters

That is the Decent Speed Control generally used for off-road. The on/off button is on the center console between the shifter and the 12v power outlet.With the ignition on,press the button (marked with the same icon you see on the dashboard ) to turn the DSC on or off.

when you find the sensor, disconnect the electrical connector to it then using a 7/8" wrench or an O2 socket remove the sensor.

Is that the noise you mean? Rough and loud? Yeah, it makes you wonder if the timing is off by a tooth or two, doesn't it? There may be a viewing/access plug on the camshaft sprocket cover to see the cam sprocket timing mark, when the crankshaft is turned to TDC, or 0 degrees. If no plug or access to see the cam sprocket, it might be wise to re-check the timing. Is there any difficulty in starting the engine? Or does it seem to run warmer than normal? Was the belt tension set correctly? Just a few things to consider, good luck.

Check & replace if necessary the Brake Pedal Position (BPP) switch placed above pedals on the support.
If the problem still occurs you might access the ABS & VCS ECU (Electronic Control Unit) using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car, in order to pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) memored.
Then you will be able to replace bad piece(s) and fix the problem by erasing all DTC stocked inside ABS ECU & reset it.
The VCS system means the Vehicle Control System, and is the similar system with the ESP = Electronic Stability Program. If the VCS & ABS lights on the dashboard, the VCS system is faulty. You must access the VCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) memory for pull out all DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes), using diagnostic equipment connected to the data link connector of the car. Then you will be full informed about bad pieces (e.g.: brake pedal switch, front right wheel abs sensor interrupted, ...). After bad pieces replacement you will be able to erase all faults memored by VCS ECU, in other words reset the VCS system and turn off the warning lamp on dashboard.

I'm convinced that your brake pedal switch is faulty because the VCS & ABS warning light went ON and brake lights quit working. Just replace the Brake Pedal Position (BPP) switch, see if rear stop lamps light when press the brake pedal, and test the car on the road.

Good Luck!

Hi, unfortunately it is only available in sections, but you CAN access the manual here:
https://secure.drivers.lexus.com/lexusdrivers/info/my-lexus/resources/owners-manual-search.do

I'm not absolutely sure on this model, because I have no references, but on earlier Toyota products (Lexus) On the dash on the lower left side is going to be a small knob about 1/2-3/4 in in diameter.
That is what controls the brightness of the dash lights on your vehicle. Rotating it clockwise should make it brighter. You should also notice other lighted areas brighten on the dash as well.