Lexus GS250 2012 Owner's Manual

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Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
The seat heater timer control
The seat heater automatically switches from HiMidLoOff. The
switching timing differs depending on the temperature inside the cabin etc.
when the seat heater was operated.
Automatic operation of the seat heater during Eco drive mode
If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive mode in cold tem-
peratures, the seat heater may be automatically operated to assist heating per-
formance.
Button lock function (vehicles with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be
locked. (P. 429)
Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. (P. 429)
CAUTION
Burns (vehicles with seat heaters)
Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
Do not use seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor
burns or overheating.

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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the seat heaters/seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not
stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
To prevent battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters/seat ventilators off when the engine is off.

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Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Armrest
Fold down the armrest for use.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the armrest
Do not apply too much load on the armrest.

6365-7. Other interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Rear sunshade/rear door sunshades
The rear sunshade can be raised and lowered by operating the but-
ton shown below.
From the front seats
Pull up the lever to release
the lock.
Slide the armrest.
Raise/lower
From the rear seats (if equipped)
Raise/lower

: If equipped
Rear sunshade
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2
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Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Pull the tab of the rear door sun-
shade and hook the shade on
using the anchors.
To retract the rear door sunshade,
unhook the shade and retract it
slowly.
The rear sunshade can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Operating the rear sunshade after the engine is turned off
The rear sunshade can be operated for approximately 1 minute even after the
engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off.
Reverse operation feature
To ensure adequate rear visibility, the rear sunshade automatically lowers
when the shift lever is shifted to R.
However, the rear sunshade is raised again if any of the following occurs:
The button is pressed again.*
Shift the shift lever into P.
The shift lever is shifted out of R, and the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 km/
h (9 mph).
If the engine is off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to the
reverse operation feature, it will not be raised even when the engine is
turned on again and the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 km/h (9 mph). To
raise the sunshade again, press the button.
*: Occasionally, the reverse function may not be carried out after the switch
has been pressed. Repeat the above operation to operate the function.
Rear door sunshades

6385-7. Other interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Button lock function (vehicles with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be
locked.
(P. 429)
Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. (P. 429)
Customization
Time elapsed before the reverse operation feature activates can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 855)
CAUTION
When the rear sunshade is being operated
Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the open-
ing.
They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not operate the rear sunshade when the engine is off.
To ensure normal operation of the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades
Observe the following precautions.
Do not place excessive load on the motor or other components of the rear
sunshade.
Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing opera-
tions.
Do not attach items to the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades.
Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
Do not operate the rear sunshade continuously for long periods of time.

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Trunk storage extension
Fold down the armrest.
Fold down the handle and
open the armrest door.
The armrest door can be
locked and unlocked using the
mechanical key.
Unlock
Lock
Long objects can be loaded into the vehicle by utilizing the trunk
space and rear seat area.
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2
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2
CAUTION
When not in use
Ensure that the armrest door is closed.
In the event of sudden braking, items stored in the trunk may be thrown for-
ward into the cabin, resulting in injury.

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Coat hooks
The coat hooks are provided
with the rear assist grips.
CAUTION
Items that cannot be hung on the coat hook
Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook. If the
SRS curtain shield airbags deploy, these items may become projectiles,
causing death or serious injury.

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Assist grip
An assist grip installed at the
ceiling can be used to support
your body while sitting on the
seat.
CAUTION
Assist grip
Do not use the assist grip when getting on or off the vehicle or rising from
your seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the assist grip
Do not hang any heavy object or put a heavy load on the assist grip.

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Utility hook
To use the utility hook, push it
on.

: If equipped
CAUTION
When not in use
Keep the utility hook stowed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
NOTICE
Utility hook weight capacity
Do not hang any object heavier than 2 kg (4.4 lb.) on the utility hook.
The utility hook may get damaged or the object hooked on the utility hook
may fall down while driving.