transmission fluid Lexus GS F 2016 Owner's Manual
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GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)4-1. Before driving
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo
wing 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. 4 9 1 , 5 0 2 )
■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
your Lexus dealer 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.
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GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)4-2. Driving procedures
When in the M position, the gear will not change unless the shift lever or paddle
shift switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position, the gears will be automatically changed in
the following situation:
●When vehicle speed drops (downshift only).
●When the automatic transmission fluid or engine coolant temperature is low.
●GS350/GS200t: When automatic transmission fluid temperature is high.
●GS350/GS200t: When the needle of the
tachometer is in the red zone (the
range which exceeds the allowable revs of the engine).
In the following situations, the gear will not shift even if the shift lever or paddle
shift switches are operated.
●“Slippery Road. Cannot Shift to Lower Gear.” is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
●The vehicle speed is low (upshift only).
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GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)
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4
Driving
■Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situations:
●When the vehicle comes to a stop
●If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
●When the shift lever is shifted to other than D
■To protect automatic transmission
When the temperature of the transmission fluid becomes high, protection control is per-
formed temporarily. When “Transmission Fluid Temp High See Owner’s Manual” is dis-
played on the multi-information display, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may sometimes
be restricted. In some circumstances, downsh ifting may not be possible even when the
shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
■Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driving in
snow mode.
■When driving with cruise control, dynamic radar cruise control or dynamic radar
cruise control with full-speed range activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking,
engine braking will not activate because cruise control, dynamic radar cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range will not be canceled.
●6-speed models: While driving in the D position, downshifting to 5 or 4.
( → P. 266, 278, 290)
8-speed models: While driving in the D position, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4.
( → P. 266, 278, 290)
●When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position. ( →P. 2 9 3 )
■Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)
●When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine output may be
restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to R (D
includes M) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning message appears on
the multi-information display. ( →P. 4 5 9 )
• When the accelerator pedal is depressed t oo much while the vehicle is in reverse.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
→P. 5 1 7
■AI-SHIFT
●The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitab le gear according to driver performance
and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when th e shift lever is in D. (Shifting the shift
lever to the M position cancels the function.)
●8-speed models: G AI-SHIFT automatically se lects a suitable gear for sporty driving
according to driver’s input and driving conditions. G AI-SHIFT operates automatically
when the shift lever is in D and sport mode is selected for the driving mode. (Selecting
normal mode with the driving mode select sw itch or shifting the shift lever to the M
position cancels this function.)
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GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer) •Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pr etensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressureA buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer.
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 your Lexus dealer.
(AWD models only)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the VGRS (Variable Gear
Ratio Steering)
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)8-1. Specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 °F (20 °C):12.3 V or higher
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*
GS350 (2WD)10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp.qt.)
GS350 (AWD)10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp.qt.)
GS200t9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp.qt.)
GS F11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Front differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.62 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil GL-5 or equivalent
Above 0 °F (-18 °C): SAE90
Below 0 °F (-18° C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90
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605Alphabetical index
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)
Approach warning....................273, 285
Armrest .................................................... 360
Armrest door ......................................... 363
ASC (Active Sound Control) ...........214
Ashtrays.................................................... 359
Assist grips .............................................. 364
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 217
Automatic light control system.........215
Automatic transmission ..................... 202 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................... 517
M mode ................................................. 205
Paddle shift switches ........................204
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 353
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension system)..........................309
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ........................439
Battery........................................................ 410
Battery checking.................................... 410 If the vehicle battery is discharged .........................................523
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................................... 316
Warning light .......................................452 Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 298
Blind Spot Monitor function.......... 301
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................303
Bluetooth
®*
Brake Fluid ..........................................................409
Parking brake ........................................210
Warning light ........................... 452, 454
Warning message............................. 459
Brake assist ............................................. 308
Brake Hold................................................ 212
Break-in tips .............................................183
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 89
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 298
Blind Spot Monitor function.......... 301
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................303
Card key .................................................... 132
Care................................................378, 382 Aluminum wheels .............................. 379
Exterior ................................................... 378
Interior ..................................................... 382
Seat belts................................................383
Cargo capacity ....................................... 194
Cargo hooks .......................................... 354
CD player
*
Chains......................................................... 317
B
C
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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609Alphabetical index
GS350_200t_GS F_OM_OM30E86U_(U)
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 386
Engine switch ........................................... 197Auto power off function................... 199
Changing the engine switch modes ................................................... 198
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ..........443
Starting the engine ..............................197
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .......309 Function ................................................. 309
Warning light .......................................453
Warning message ............................ 459
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10
Expert mode .............................................312
First-aid kit storage net ...................... 355
Flat tire Vehicles with spare tire ................... 491
Vehicles without spare tire .......... 502
Floor mats ................................................... 32
Fluid Automatic transmission ................. 548
Brake ....................................................... 549
Washer .....................................................412
Footwell light .......................................... 347
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 52
Front personal lights............................ 348 Front seats.................................................158
Adjustment............................................. 158
Cleaning................................................. 382
Correct driving posture .................... 34
Driving position memory................ 160
Head restraints .....................................165
Power easy access system ............ 160
Seat heaters .......................................... 343
Seat position memory ...................... 160
Seat ventilators.................................... 343
Front side marker lights....................... 215 Light switch............................................. 215
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 439
Welcome light illumination
control................................................... 138
Front turn signal lights ........................ 209
Replacing light bulbs ...........438, 439
Turn signal lever ................................. 209
Wattage .................................................554
Fuel
Capacity ...................................................541
Fuel gauge ...................................... 87, 94
Fuel pump shut off system ..............451
Information............................................555
Type............................................................541
Warning light ....................................... 454
Warning messages .......................... 459
Fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption............................102, 109
Average fuel consumption after refueling ..........................102, 109
Current fuel consumption....102, 109
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