Lexus GS350 Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-

rors, and steering column

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When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information

3

Interior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior

features for a comfortable driving experience

4

Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-

self maintenance, and maintenance information

5

When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,

or is involved in an accident

6

Vehicle 

specifications

Detailed vehicle information

7

For owners

Reporting safety defects for US owners and seat belt and

SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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1-1. Key information

Keys ...................................................... 24

1-2. Opening, closing and locking 

the doors and trunk

Smart access system with 

push-button start.......................... 29

Wireless remote control............... 41

Doors.................................................... 43

Trunk..................................................... 48

1-3. Adjustable components 

(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Front seats.......................................... 53

Driving position memory 

system ............................................... 55

Head restraints................................. 60

Seat belts ............................................ 63

Steering wheel.................................. 70

Inside rear view mirror.................... 71

Outside rear view mirrors........... 73

1-4. Opening and closing the windows 

and moon roof

Power windows................................ 75

Moon roof .......................................... 78

1-5. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap........... 82

1-6. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system ....................... 85

Alarm.................................................... 87

1-7. Safety information

Correct driving posture ............... 90

SRS airbags ....................................... 92

Front passenger occupant 

classification system.................. 104

Child restraint systems ............... 109

Installing child restraints............... 113

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Before driving

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2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle........................ 124

Engine (ignition) switch .............. 133

Automatic transmission.............. 137

Turn signal lever ............................ 142

Parking brake ................................. 143

Horn.................................................... 144

2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters ..................... 145

Indicators and warning 

lights................................................. 149

Multi-information display........... 152

2-3. Operating the lights and 

windshield wipers

Headlight switch............................ 155

Fog light switch .............................. 158

Windshield wipers and 

washer............................................. 159

Headlight cleaner switch ........... 164

2-4. Using other driving systems

Cruise control ................................ 165

Dynamic radar cruise 

control............................................. 169

Intuitive parking assist .................. 181

Rear view monitor system......... 194

AVS (Adaptive Variable 

Suspension System).................. 198

Driving assist systems.................. 199

PCS 

(Pre-Collision System) ........... 206

2-5. Driving information

Cargo and luggage...................... 213

Vehicle load limits.......................... 217

Winter driving tips ........................ 218

Trailer towing................................. 223

Dinghy towing ............................... 224

3-1. Using the touch screen

Touch screen ................................. 228

Setting the touch screen ........... 235

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When driving

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Interior features

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3-2. Using the air conditioning system 

and defogger

Automatic air conditioning 

system ............................................ 246

Rear window and outside rear 

view mirror defoggers ............ 255

Windshield wiper de-icer......... 256

3-3. Using the audio system

Audio system type ....................... 257

Using the radio............................. 260

Using the CD/DVD 

player.............................................. 269

Playing an audio CD................... 272

Playing MP3 and 

WMA discs.................................. 276

Playing DVD video/audio 

(with DVD player).................... 280

Playing a video CD 

(with DVD player)..................... 294

CD/DVD player and DVD 

video disc information............. 297

Listening to Bluetooth

®



audio.............................................. 308

Listening to a USB 

memory/iPod .............................. 316

Optimal use of the 

audio/video system.................. 326

Using the AUX port................... 328

Using the steering 

switches......................................... 329

3-4. Using the hands-free system 

(for cellular phone)

Hands-free system 

(for cellular phone)................... 332

Using a Bluetooth

®



phone ............................................ 338

Setting the hands-free system 

(for cellular phone).................. 353

3-5. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list........................... 382

3-6. Using the storage features

List of storage features.............. 385

3-7. Other interior features

Sun visors......................................... 393

Vanity mirrors................................ 394

Clock................................................ 395

Outside temperature 

display ............................................ 396

Ashtrays ........................................... 397

Cigarette lighter.......................... 398

Power outlet................................... 399

Seat heaters/ventilators........... 400

Armrest ............................................ 402

Rear sunshade.............................. 403

Floor mats....................................... 406

Trunk features............................... 408

Garage door opener..................... 411

Compass........................................... 418

Safety Connect ............................. 422

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4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle exterior.................. 430

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle interior.................... 433

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance 

requirements............................... 436

General maintenance............... 438

Emission inspection and 

maintenance (I/M) 

programs ....................................... 441

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service 

precautions.................................. 442

Hood ................................................. 445

Positioning a floor jack............... 446

Engine compartment.................. 448

Tires ................................................... 463

Tire inflation pressure................. 473

Wheels ............................................. 477

Air conditioning filter.................. 479

Electronic key battery................ 482

Checking and replacing 

fuses................................................ 484

Headlight aim ............................... 509

Light bulbs........................................ 512

5-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers ................... 520

If your vehicle needs 

to be towed................................... 521

If you think something is 

wrong............................................ 530

Fuel pump shut off system......... 531

Event data recorder.................... 532

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Maintenance and care

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When trouble arises

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns 

on or a warning buzzer 

sounds............................................ 534

If a warning message is 

displayed....................................... 544

If you have a flat tire 

(Vehicles with standard 

tires)................................................ 557

If you have a flat tire 

(Vehicles with run-flat 

tires)................................................ 567

If the engine will not start ......... 568

If the shift lever cannot be 

shifted from “P”.......................... 569

If you lose your keys.................... 570

If the electronic key does not 

operate properly ........................ 571

If the 12 volt battery is 

discharged ................................... 574

If your vehicle overheats ........... 578

If the vehicle becomes 

stuck................................................. 581

If your vehicle has to 

be stopped in an 

emergency.................................. 582

6-1. Specifications

Maintenance data 

(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 584

Fuel information........................... 599

Tire information............................. 602

6-2. Customization

Customizable features................ 616

6-3. Initialization

Items to initialize ........................... 622

Reporting safety defects 

for U.S. owners........................... 624

Seat belt instructions 

for Canadian owners 

(in French).................................... 625

SRS airbag instructions 

for Canadian owners 

(in French).................................... 627

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Vehicle specifications

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For owners

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Abbreviation list........................ 636

Alphabetical index .................. 638

What to do if............................... 648

Index

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Headlight (high beam) and daytime

running light

P. 155, 156

Pictorial index

Exterior

Turn signal light

P. 142

Fog light

P. 158

Side turn signal light

P. 142

Headlight (low beam)

P. 155

Hood

P. 445

Parking light

P. 155

Windshield wipers

P. 159

Moon roof

P. 78

Outside rear view

mirror

P. 73

Side marker light

P. 155

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Tire

●Rotation

●Replacement

●Inflation pressure

●Information

P. 463

P. 557

P. 596

P. 602

Tail lights

P. 155

Side marker light

P. 155

Trunk

P. 48

Rear window defogger

P. 255

Door

P. 43

Fuel filler door

P. 82

Turn signal light

P. 142

: If equipped

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A

Pictorial index

Interior

SRS front passenger

airbag

P. 92

SRS knee airbags

P. 92

Floor mat

P. 406

Front seat

P. 53

SRS side airbag

P. 92

Console box

P. 388

Power outlet

P. 399

Ashtray

P. 397

Cup holders

P. 391

Armrest

P. 402

SRS driver airbag

P. 92

Seat belt

P. 63

Door pocket

P. 392

Head restraint

P. 60

AUX port

P. 328

USB port

P. 316

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Compass

P. 418

Garage door opener switches

P. 411

Inside rear view mirror

P. 71

Personal light

P. 384

Moon roof switch

P. 78

Interior light

P. 383

Vanity mirror

P. 394

Personal light

P. 384

Interior light

P. 383

Sun visor

P. 393

SRS curtain shield airbag

P. 92

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SOS button

P. 422

Overhead console

P. 389

: If equipped

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B

Driving position memory switches

P. 55

Power window switches

P. 75

Pictorial index

Interior

Inside lock button

P. 43

Window lock switch

P. 75

Door lock switch

P. 43

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Shift lever

P. 137

Cigarette lighter

P. 398

Ashtray

P. 397

Shift lock override button

P. 569

Cup holders

P. 391

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: If equipped

Seat heater/ventilator switches

P. 400

VSC OFF switch

P. 201

Coin holder

P. 390

Mode select switch

P. 138

AVS switch

P. 198

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Headlight switch

Turn signal lever

Fog light switch

P. 155

P. 142

P. 158

Gauges and meters

P. 145

Multi-information display

P. 152

Windshield wipers and

washer switch

P. 159

Parking brake pedal

P. 143

Trunk opener main switch

P. 48

Glove box

P. 387

Hood lock release lever

P. 445

Engine (ignition) switch

P. 133

Trunk opener

P. 48

Fuel filler door opener

P. 82

Horn

P. 144

Pre-collision braking off switch

P. 206

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Audio remote control switches

P. 329

Cruise control switch

P. 165, 169

Telephone switch

P. 332

“DISP” switch

P. 153

Distance switch

P. 172

Talk switch*

P. 347

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Tilt and telescopic steering 

control switch

P. 70

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Rear window and outside

rear view mirror defoggers

P. 255

Emergency flashers

P. 520

Air conditioning 

system

P. 246

Audio system

P. 257

Navigation system*

Touch screen

P. 228

Security indicator

P. 85, 87

Clock

P. 395

Outside temperature display

P. 396

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“AFS OFF” switch

P. 156

Rear sunshade switch

P. 403

Headlight cleaner switch

P. 164

Intuitive parking assist switch

P. 181

Odometer/trip meter and

trip meter reset buttons

P. 146

Instrument panel light control

P. 146

Outside rear view mirror switches

P. 73

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-

ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed

on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-

ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the

right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from

your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine

Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming

from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation

leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are

currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant

these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,

or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your

Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification

with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,

and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-

mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-

ranty.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect

electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport

fuel injection system, dynamic radar cruise control system, cruise control system,

anti-lock brake system, vehicle dynamics integrated management, SRS airbag sys-

tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for

precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive

chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left

as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of

the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified

service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may

include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

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CAUTION

■ General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of

alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol

and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,

which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers

or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts

the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can

result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or

others.

■ General precautions regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or

use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is

also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette

lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat

build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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