transmission oil Lexus GS F 2015 Owner's Manuals

2294-1. Before driving
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Driving
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E87E_(EE)
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
●GS200t: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high speed driving or hill
climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger has cooled down. ( →P. 2 2 4 )
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( →P. 5 5 1 , 5 6 7 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer (AWD models), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

5327-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E87E_(EE)
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressureA buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
(AWD models only)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions

655Alphabetical index
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E87E_(EE)
Emergency brake signal .................... 375
Emergency flashers .............................502
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ................................................ 567
Engine......................................................... 610 Accessory mode................................ 240
Compartment......................................448
Engine switch....................................... 239
Hood ........................................................445
How to start the engine .................. 239
Identification number ...................... 609
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ................................ 239
Overheating ........................................ 596
Engine compartment cover .............. 451
Engine coolant .......................................458 Capacity .................................................. 619
Checking .............................................. 458
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................382
Engine coolant temperature gauge.......................................................108
Engine oil.................................................. 453 Capacity ...................................................612
Checking ...............................................453
Oil level warning message ............ 518
Oil pressure warning message............................................... 518
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................382 Engine switch ......................................... 239
Auto power off function ................... 241
Changing the engine switch modes.................................................. 240
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 503
Starting the engine............................ 239
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 375
Function.................................................. 375
Warning light......................................... 513
Warning message ..............................518
Expert mode............................................377
First-aid kit storage net ...................... 423
Flat tire
Vehicles with spare tire....................551
Vehicles without spare tire........... 567
Floor mats ................................................... 42
Fluid Automatic transmission.................. 620
Brake ........................................................622
Washer ................................................... 464
Fog lights .................................................. 273
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 498
Switch .......................................................273
Follow me home system ......................261
Footwell light ............................................ 414
Front air conditioning system .......... 394
Front fog lights ....................................... 273 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 498
Switch .......................................................273
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.