air conditioning Lexus GS F 2020 s Owner's Guide

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GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift up the side
with the stay, disconnect the stay
tabs and remove the partition by
pulling horizontally.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
cover.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
case.
The air conditioning filter must be ch
anged regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Remove the air conditioning filter
from the filter case and replace it
with a new one.
The “
UP” marks shown on the filter
and the filter case should be pointing up.
■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air cond itioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In
dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic fl ow, early replacement may be required. (For
scheduled maintenance informat ion, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
■Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function
When fragrances are placed in your vehicle, the deodorizing effect may become signifi-
cantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out cont inuously, replace the air conditioning filter.
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NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

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Warning messageDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is tempo-
rarily unavailable
 When conditions improve, the system resumes
operation. If this item is displayed continuously, have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Air conditioning, heater and other operations are tem-
porarily limited due to high power consumption
 Turn off unnecessary electronic equipment to
reduce power consumption.
Please wait until the power supply returns to nor-
mal.
If this item is frequently displayed, have the vehicle
inspected at your Lexus dealer immediately.
(If equipped)
Indicates that part of th e PCS (Pre-Collision System)
sensor is dirty, covered with ice, etc. A buzzer also sounds.
 Remove any dirt, ice, etc.
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 92, 98) enters the
red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and cooling
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL”/“F” and “LOW”/“L”
lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant reservoir
“FULL”/“F”
“LOW”/“L”
Coolant inlet cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emerge ncy if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditio ning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or
hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
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■Intuitive parking assist*1, 2
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MU
LTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*3:GS350
■Driving mode select switch (vehicles with Adaptive Variable Suspension
system) (P. 282)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Detection distance of the front center
sensor
*3FarNearO—O
Detection distance of the rear center
sensorFarNearO—O
Buzzer volume31 to 5O—O
Display setting
(when intuitive parkin g assist is operat-
ing)All sensors displayedDisplay offO—O
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FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Power train controlNormalPowerO——Eco
Chassis controlNormalSportO——
Air conditioning operationNormalEcoO——
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Vehicle specifications
■Automatic air conditioning system (P. 318)
■Front seat heaters (wit hout seat ventilators)* ( P. 334)
*: If equipped
■Front seat heaters and ventilators*1/rear seat heaters*2 ( P. 333)
*1: If both are equipped
*2: If equipped
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
A/C Auto switch operationOnOffO—O
Exhaust gas sensor informationStandard-3 to 3O—O
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FunctionDefaultsettingCustomized setting
Automatic operation of front seat heaterOffOn——O
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FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Adjustment of the front seat heater tem-
perature or the ventilator fan speed
during automatic operation (individual
seat adjustment available) Level 3
(standard)Level 1 (low) to level 5 (high)O—O
Adjustment of the re ar seat heater tem-
perature during automatic operation
(individual seat ad justment available)Level 3
(standard)Level 1
(low) to
level 5 (high)
O—O
Rear seat heater start-up conditions
when the engine switch is in IGNITION
ON mode (individual seat adjustment
available)
OffOn
(AUTO)O—O
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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................. 318Air conditioning filter....................... 409
Changing the rear seat settings .................................................325
Front automatic air conditioning system ................................................... 318
Micro dust and pollen filter ........... 324
Rear air conditioning system........329
S-FLOW mode ................................... 319
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 297 Function .................................................. 297
Warning light .......................................435
Warning message ............................. 442
Active Sound Control (ASC) ........... 221
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ...................................................... 223
Adaptive Variable Suspension system (AVS)...................................... 298
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .................................................. 223
Air conditioning filter .......................... 409
Air conditioning system ...................... 318 Air conditioning filter....................... 409
Changing the rear seat settings .................................................325
Front automatic air conditioning system ................................................... 318
Micro dust and pollen filter ........... 324
Rear air conditioning system........329
S-FLOW mode ................................... 319 Airbags .......................................................... 41
Airbag operating conditions .......... 48
Airbag precautions for your child ....................................... 44
Airbag warning light ........................ 435
Correct driving posture .................... 34
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 48
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 46
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 52
General airbag precautions ........... 44
Locations of airbags.............................. 41
Modification and disposal of airbags................................................47
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 48
Side airbag precautions .................... 44
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 48
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .......................................... 44
SRS airbags ............................................... 41
Alarm ............................................................ 79 Alarm ...........................................................79
Warning buzzer..................... 435, 442
Anchor brackets.......................................63
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ..................... 156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....... 297 Function .................................................. 297
Warning light ....................................... 435
Warning message............................. 442
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Fuel filler door ........................................ 234When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 237
Fuel pump shut off system................. 434
Fuses ............................................................413
Garage door opener .......................... 353
Gauges ................................................92, 98
Glove box ..................................................341
Glove box light ........................................341
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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HD Radio® system*
Head restraints ......................................... 171
Headlights ............................................... 222 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ................................... 223
Automatic High Beam system .... 225
Headlight leveling warning message ........................... 442
Light switch ........................................... 222
Replacing light bulbs ..........................421
Headlights aim ............................... 417, 571
Head-up display......................................126
Heated steering wheel ....................... 332 Heaters
Air conditioning system .................. 318
Heated steering wheel ................... 332
Seat heaters .......................................... 333
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 324
Hill-start assist control ........................ 297
Hood ......................................................... 378 Open ....................................................... 378
Warning message............................. 442
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 344
Coat hooks ........................................... 352
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..............32
Horn............................................................. 174
I/M test ......................................................375
Identification............................................. 517 Engine ...................................................... 518
Vehicle ...................................................... 517
Ignition switch (engine switch) ....... 203 Auto power off function .................205
Changing the engine switch modes .................................................. 204
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.......... 425
Starting the engine ............................ 204
Illuminated entry system ................... 339
Immobilizer system ................................. 77
Indicators .....................................................87
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