ESP Lexus GS F 2017 Quick Guide

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Sport mode
•SPORT S modeAssists acceleration response by cont rolling the transmission and engine.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving mode select swit ch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S” indicator comes on in the meter.
•SPORT S+ mode Provides earlier downshift timing than SP ORT S mode in order to maintain a high
engine speed and provides faster gear chan ges. This mode also changes the steering
feel, suspension control and VDIM control, making it suitable for powerful sporty
driving.
When in SPORT S mode, if the driving mode se lect switch is turned to the right, the
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TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
■Changing TVD control modes
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON
mode, pressing the TVD switch changes
the TVD control mode.
The current TVD control mode will be
displayed on the meters.
STANDARD mode
This is the default mode and pro-
vides an optimum balance of driving
agility and stability.
SLALOM mode
This mode emphasizes enhanced
steering response.
TRACK mode
This mode emphasizes stability for
high speed sporty driving.
The TVD system distributes driving force (torque) between the right and left rear wheels
automatically. This system contributes to en hanced steering response while cornering
and increased traction when exiting a corner , providing an agile driving experience.
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Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators (if equipped)
■Front seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)/rear seat heaters (if
equipped)
Seat heater switches
The indicator light (yellow) on the switch co mes on when the seat heater is operating.
Seat ventilator switches (front seats only)
The indicator light (green) on the switch come s on when the seat ventilator is operating.
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level or the seat ventilator fan speed level (for front seats
only) is displayed.
“AUTO” indicator lights
Seat heaters heat the side grips of the seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good
airflow by blowing air from the seats.
Front seats Rear seats
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Audio
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Info
*: Vehicles with navigation system
CommandAction
“Play Playlist ”Plays tracks from the selected playlist
“Play Artist ”Plays tracks from the selected artist
“Play Song ”Plays the selected track
“Play Album ”Plays tracks from the selected album
“Turn Music On”Turns the audio system on
“Turn Music Off”Turns the audio system off
“Disc”Selects the selected disc mode
“USB”Selects USB audio mode
“iPod”Selects iPod audio mode
“Bluetooth* Audio”Selects Bluetooth® audio mode
“External”Selects VTR mode
“Auxiliary”Selects AUX audio mode
CommandAction
“Destination Assist”*Connects the system to the Lexus response center
“Show Forecast”Displays weather information
“Show Traffic”Displays traffic information
“Lexus Insider”*Displays the Lexus insider list

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Lexus Enform Safety Connect (if equipped)
■System components
“SOS” button
LED light indicators
Microphone
■Services
Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available:
● Automatic Collision Notification
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In case of either airbag deployment or seve re rear-end collision, the system is designed
to automatically call the response center. The responding agent receives the vehicle’s
location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the
call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services provider to describe the
situation, and requests that assistance be sent to the location.
*: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2
Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global Positioning
System (GPS) data and embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security
features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by Lexus’ designated response
center, which operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Safety Connect service is available by subs cription on select, telematics hardware-
equipped vehicles.
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●Stolen Vehicle Location
If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can work with local authorities to assist them in
locating and recovering the vehicle. After filing a police report, call the Safety Connect
response center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) and follow the prompts for
Safety Connect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforcement with recovery of a stolen vehicle, Safety-Con-
nect-equipped vehicle location data may, under certain circumstances, be shared with
third parties to locate your vehicle. Furth er information is available at Lexus.com.
● Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)
In the event of an emergency on the road, push the “SOS” button to reach the Safety
Connect response center. The answering agent will determine your vehicle’s location,
assess the emergency, and dispatch the necessary assistance required.
If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.
● Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds GPS da ta to the already included warranty-based
Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect response-center
agent, who can help with a wide range of needs, such as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc.
For a description of the Roadside Assistance services and their limitations, please see the
Safety Connect Terms and Conditions, which are available at Lexus.com.
■ Subscription
After you have signed the Telematics Subscr iption Service Agreement and are enrolled,
you can begin receiving services.
A variety of subscription terms is available for purchase. Contact your Lexus dealer, call
1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) or push the “SOS” button in your vehicle for fur-
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Lexus Enform (for U.S.A., if equipped)
■Function achieved by using a cellular phone (vehicles with navigation sys-
tem)
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Services
Of the functions included with Lexus Enform, only LEXUS App Suite can be achieved by
using a cellular phone.
LEXUS App Suite is a service that enables the us able contents of a cellular phone to be dis-
played on and operated from the navigation screen. Before LEXUS App Suite can be used,
a few settings need to be performed.
● LEXUS App Suite
When LEXUS App Suite is activated, an application may need to update. By updating, an
application can be kept the latest version. To updating the application, it is necessary to
download the updated data and install it.
■Subscription
LEXUS App Suite will be available on a trial period included upon purchase of a new vehi-
cle. User registration is required to start using the service.
When a trial period has elapsed after purchasing a new vehicle, a fee will be charged to
renew the contract. Services requiring a separate contract can also be used. For details,
refer to http://www .lexus.com/enform/
or call 1-800-255-3987.
■Function achieved by using DCM and the navigation system
(vehicles with navigation system)
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Services
Of the functions included with Lexus Enform, LEXUS Enform Destinations (Destination
Assist, eDestination), and Lexus Insider can be achieved by making DCM cooperate with
the navigation system.
These are subscription-based telematics servic es that use Global Positioning System (GPS)
data, embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security as well as convenience
features to subscribers. The services are supp orted by Lexus’ designated response center,
which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The services are available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-equipped vehi-
cles.
Lexus Enform is a service that includes Sa fety Connect, Remote, Destinations, Insider
and App Suite.
For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL” and “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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●Destination Assist
Destination Assist provides you with live assi stance for finding destinations via the Lexus
response center. You can request either a specific business, address, or ask for help
locating your desired destination by category, such as restaurants, gas stations, shopping
centers or other points of interest (POI).
After you tell the agent your choice of destin ation, its coordinates are sent wirelessly to
your vehicle’s navigation system.
● eDestination
With the eDestination feature, you can go online, and via the Lexus.com owner’s Web
site, select and organize destinations of yo ur choice and then wirelessly send them to
your vehicle’s navigation system.
Up to 200 locations can be stored online and accessed or updated at any time.
Locations can be organized into up to 20 personalized folders.
You must first go online at www.lexus.com/drivers/
to view the Owners site where you
will need to register and log in. After this, personalized fo lders that contain the locations
to be sent to your vehicle can be created. (See Lexus Enform Guide for more informa-
tion.)
● Lexus Insider
Lexus Insider is an optional service that can send audio messages, or articles, to partici-
pating owners’ vehicles via the navigation system. Potential Lexus Insider subjects might
include, for example, Lexus vehicle technology tips, updates on regional Lexus events, or
audio excerpts from Lexus Magazine articles.
■Subscription
After you have signed the Telematics Subscr iption Service Agreement and are enrolled,
you can begin receiving services. A variety of subscription terms are available.
Contact your Lexus dealer, call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987), or select the
“Destination Assist” in your vehicle for further subscription details.
■ Function achieved by using DCM
■
Services
Of the functions included with Lexus Enfo rm Safety Connect, Safety Connect can be
achieved by using DCM.
● Lexus Enform Safety Connect ( P.79)
■LEXUS Enform Remote
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Services
Lexus Enform Remote is a cellular phone application that lets you view and remotely
control certain aspects of your vehicle.
For details about the functions and serv ices of this application, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/
. For further details, contact your Lexus dealer.
Function of the Lexus Enform Remote is ach ieved by using an embedded cellular device
in the vehicle (DCM: Data Communication Module).
■Subscription
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