AUX Lexus GS250 2012 User Guide

6205-6. Using the storage features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Auxiliary boxes
Type AType B
Press in the button. Pull up the lever to release the
lock and lift the lid.
Type C (if equipped)
Open the lid.
CAUTION
Using the auxiliary boxes (type C)
Do not use the auxiliary box as an ashtray.
Doing so may cause a fire.

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6 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Hood
Pull the hood lock release
lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch
lever and lift the hood.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
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CAUTION
Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in
motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

6786-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Low profile tires (except 225/50R17 tires)
Generally, low profile tires will wear more rapidly and tire grip performance
will be reduced on snowy and/or icy roads when compared to standard tires.
Be sure to use snow tires or tire chains
* on snowy and/or icy roads and drive
carefully at a speed appropriate for road and weather conditions.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on the 19-inch tires. Snow tires should be
used instead.
If the tread on snow tires wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.)
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.
Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly
(vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate
properly.
• If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equip-
ment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains etc. are equipped.
• Lock nuts are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the
wheels or wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extremely higher than the specified level.
• If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal recep-
tion.
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• If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is put
in the trunk.
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: Vehicles with a full-size spare tire only
Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large
display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or elec-
trical noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
Vehicles with the tire inflation pressure display function: If tire position
information is not correctly displayed due to the radio wave conditions, the
display may be corrected by driving and changing the radio wave condi-
tions.

8027-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Remove the center luggage mat. (P. 622)
Take out the emergency tire puncture repair kit.
Remove the center luggage mat. (P. 622)
Remove the center auxiliary box.
Taking out the emergency tire puncture repair kit
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Type AType B
Taking out the jack
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Type AType B

8207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Take out the parking brake
release tool and the screw-
driver from the trunk. (P.
784, 799)
Fit the parking brake release tool
into the screwdriver handle.
Vehicles with a spare tire: Take out the spare tire. (P. 788)
Vehicles without a spare tire: Remove the center auxiliary box.
(P. 802)
Remove the plug.
Insert the tool and press it
down firmly while turning it
counterclockwise until it
stops.
Releasing the parking brake manually
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Vehicles with a compact
spare tire or an emergency
tire puncture repair kitVehicles with a full-size
spare tire
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877Alphabetical index
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .333
Function ................................333
Warning light........................750
Warning message..................761
Approach warning (dynamic
radar cruise control) ................264
Armrest ......................................635
Armrest door .............................639
Ashtrays.....................................626
Assist grip..................................641
Audio input................................536
Audio system .............................432
Audio input ...........................536
AUX port/
USB port ............536, 512, 524
Bluetooth
® audio ..................498
CD/DVD player ....................467
CD/DVD player information 488
DVD video ...........................475
iPod.......................................522
MP3/WMA disc ...................469
Optimal use...........................533
Portable music player ...........536
Radio ....................................458
Rear seat audio controls........537
Steering wheel audio switch .543
USB memory ........................510
Automatic headlight leveling
system ....................................231
Automatic High Beam ..............233
Automatic light control system 228Automatic transmission ............ 215
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .................... 818
M mode ................................ 219
Paddle shift switches ........... 218
AUX port .................................. 536
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 620
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) ................ 334
Back-up light
Replacing light bulb............. 729
Wattage ................................ 853
Battery ...................................... 667
Battery checking .................. 667
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................ 825
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................... 359
Warning light ....................... 750
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...... 354
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ....................... 498
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)............ 542
Brake
Fluid ..................................... 849
Parking brake ....................... 225
Warning light ............... 749, 751
Warning message................. 757
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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Jack
Positioning the jack ..............658
Vehicle-equipped jack ..784, 799
Jack handle ........................784, 799
Jam protection function
Moon roof .............................182
Power trunk lid .....................153
Power window ......................179
Keyless entry .............................123
Smart entry & start system ...123
Wireless remote control........141
Keys...........................................118
Battery-saving function ........129
Electronic key .......................118
Engine switch .......................207
If the electronic key does not
operate properly .................822
Key number plate .................118
Keyless entry ................123, 141
Mechanical key.....................119
Replacing the battery ............697
Warning buzzer ....................127
Wireless remote control key .141
Knee airbags ................................44Language (multi-information
display)................................... 107
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ........... 657
Hood lock release lever ....... 657
Shift lever ............................ 215
Turn signal lever .................. 223
Wiper lever .......................... 241
Lexus parking assist monitor.... 297
Lexus parking assist-sensor ...... 284
Function ............................... 284
Warning message......... 760, 766
License plate lights ................... 228
Light switch ......................... 228
Replacing light bulbs ........... 735
Welcome light illumination
control ............................... 123
Light bulbs
Replacing ............................. 724
Wattage ................................ 853
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverTrunk openerFuel filler door
P. 657P. 150P. 249
Hood lock release
leverTire inflation pressure
P. 6 5 7
P. 8 5 0
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)66 L (17.4 gal., 14.5 Imp.gal.)
Fuel typeEU area: Unleaded gasoline conforming to Euro-
pean standard EN228 only
Except EU area: Premium unleaded gasoline
only
P. 249, 838
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 8 5 0
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)L (qt., Imp.qt.)
GS250 GS350
With filter 6.3 (6.7, 5.5) 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)
Without filter 5.9 (6.2, 5.2) 6.0 (6.3, 5.3)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent