19 inch Lexus GS250 2012 Owner's Manual

501-1. For safe use
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
SRS airbag precautions
Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS air-
bag components.
Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.
Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS air-
bags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.
If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbags have deployed, open a
door or window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do
so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.
If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel
pad, door of the glove box and front and rear pillar garnishes are damaged
or cracked, have them replaced by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifica-
tions without consulting any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional. The SRS airbags may malfunc-
tion or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.
Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags
Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel,
instrument panel, dashboard, glove box, seats or seat upholstery, front,
side and rear pillars or roof side rails
Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment
Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars or
kangaroo bar etc.)
Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system
Installation of electronic devices such as an RF-transmitter and CD play-
ers
Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability

581-1. For safe use
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Safety information for children
It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats to avoid acci-
dental contact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.
Use the rear door child-protector lock or the window lock switch
to avoid children opening the door while driving or operating the
power window accidentally.
Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or
pinch body parts, such as the power window, hood, trunk, seats
etc.
Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehi-
cle.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the
child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat
belt.
CAUTION
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows, the moon roof or other features of the vehicle. In addition,
heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal
to children.

2874-5. Using the driving support
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Driving
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Remote Touch screen
For 8-inch display
When the parking assist
monitor system is not dis-
played
A graphic is automatically dis-
played when an obstacle is
detected. The screen can be set
so that the graphic is not dis-
played. (P. 292)
When the rear view monitor
system is displayed (insert
display)
A simplified image is displayed
on the right upper corner of the
Remote Touch screen when an
obstacle is detected.
For 12.3-inch display
A graphic will be shown on
the side display
A graphic is automatically dis-
played when an obstacle is
detected. The screen can be set
so that the graphic is not dis-
played. (P. 292)
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2884-5. Using the driving support
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Front center sensor
Sensor detection display, obstacle distance
Approximate
distance to obsta-
cleMulti-
information
display
Remote Touch screen
8-inch
display
8-inch
display
(insert
display)
12.3-inch
display
100 cm (3.3 ft.) to
50 cm (1.6 ft.)
(continuous)(continuous)(blinking
slowly)(continuous)
50 cm (1.6 ft.) to
37.5 cm (1.2 ft.)
(continuous)(continuous)(blinking)(continuous)
37.5 cm (1.2 ft.)
to
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
(continuous)(continuous)(blinking
rapidly)(continuous)
Less than
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
(blinking)(continuous)(continuous)(continuous)

2894-5. Using the driving support
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Driving
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Corner sensors
Approximate
distance to obsta-
cleMulti-
information
display
Remote Touch screen
8-inch
display
8-inch
display
(insert
display)
12.3-inch
display
60 cm (2.0 ft.) to
45 cm (1.5 ft.)
(continuous)(continuous)(blinking)(continuous)
45 cm (1.5 ft.) to
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
(continuous)(continuous)(blinking
rapidly)(continuous)
Less than
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
(blinking)(continuous)(continuous)(continuous)

2904-5. Using the driving support
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Rear center sensor
Approximate dis-
tance to obstacleMulti-informa-
tion
displayRemote Touch screen
8-inch display
(insert display)12.3-inch dis-
play
150 cm (4.9 ft.) to
60 cm (2.0 ft.)
(continuous)(blinking
slowly)(continuous)
60 cm (2.0 ft.) to
45 cm (1.5 ft.)
(continuous)(blinking)(continuous)
45 cm (1.5 ft.) to
35 cm (1.1 ft.)
(continuous)(blinking rap-
idly)(continuous)
Less than
35 cm (1.1 ft.)
(blinking)(continuous)(continuous)

2984-5. Using the driving support
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Screen display
The parking assist monitor screen will be displayed if the shift
lever is shifted to R while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
The parking assist monitor displays the last-used parking mode first.
Display mode switch screen button
Switches the display mode. (P. 299)
Lexus parking assist-sensor display*
If an obstacle is detected while the Lexus parking assist-sensor is on, a
display is shown in the top right corner of the screen.
*: Except for 12.3-inch display
Parking mode switch screen button
Switches the parking mode (between perpendicular parking and parallel
parking assist screens)
Narrow mode screen on-off button
Switch the narrow mode on and off. (P. 313)
Using the Lexus parking assist monitor
Perpendicular parkingParallel parking
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3294-5. Using the driving support
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Driving
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Sport mode
Improves acceleration response by controlling the transmission
and steering. Suitable for when precise handling is desirable, for
example when driving on mountain roads.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right, the “SPORT” indica-
tor comes on in the instrument cluster.
Also, on vehicles equipped with a
12.3-inch display, the driving
mode is also automatically dis-
played on the “Side Display”.
(P. 370)
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4 4-5. Using the driving support
Driving
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Sport mode
• SPORT S mode
Improves acceleration response by controlling the transmis-
sion. Suitable for when precise handling is desirable, for
example when driving on mountain roads.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right while a made other
than SPORT S mode is selected, the “SPORT S” indicator comes on in
the instrument cluster.
Also, on vehicles equipped with
a 12.3-inch display, the driving
mode is also automatically dis-
played on the “Side Display”.
(P. 370)
• SPORT S+ mode
Improves steering performance and driving stability by simul-
taneously controlling the steering and suspension in addition
to the transmission. Suitable for sporty driving.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right while SPORT S
mode is selected, the “SPORT S+” indicator comes on in the instrument
cluster.
Also, on vehicles equipped with
a 12.3-inch display, the driving
mode is also automatically dis-
played on the “Side Display”.
(P. 370)
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4 4-6. Driving tips
Driving
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Winter driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
*
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on the 19 inch tires.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driv-
ing the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner
appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter