2004 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 297

STARTING AND DRIVING While the system is not functioning, a larger degree of wheel maneuvering is needed during driving at low speed. If the center position of the steering wheel is changed frequently, have your vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer. Variable gear ratio steering system failure warning CAUTION Take due care especially when driving at low speed as the vehicle changes direction in greater proportion to the steering wheel maneuvering. 31x500b NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery with the steering wheel turned, or the center position of the steering wheel could be slightly and temporarily changed. However, after driving for a short while, the system will return to normal and the center position of the steering wheel will be in the appropriate position. The light will flash if you disconnect and reconnect the battery terminal. This is because the system is reset temporarily. However, it is no problem to drive. To turn off the light, drive for a short while. The system will be set automatically and return to normal. This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the variable gear ratio steering system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON" and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the system is not working. Although conventional steering operates when maneuvered, a larger degree of wheel maneuvering (than at the time when the system is functioning properly) is needed when driving at low speed. At this time, the center position of the steering wheel could be changed. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle repaired at your Lexus dealer. 277