charging Lexus GS250 2012 Owner's Manual

952. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated
vehicle’s systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn
off after the engine is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunc-
tion in a system if the lights do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle
Warning lights
*1Brake system warning
light
(P. 749)*1, 2
(if
equipped)
“AFS OFF” indicator
(P. 751)
*1Charging system warn-
ing
light (P. 7 5 0 )*2Parking brake indicator
(P. 751)
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 750)*1Brake system warning
light (P. 7 5 1 )
*1SRS warning light
(P. 750)Open door warning light
(P. 752)
*1ABS warning light
(P. 750)Low fuel level warning
light (P. 7 5 2 )
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 751)Seat belt reminder light
(P. 752)
*1, 2
(if
equipped)
“PCS” warning light
(P. 751)
*1
Master warning light
(P. 752)
*1Slip indicator
(P. 751)*1Tire pressure warning
light
(P. 753)

1343-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Electronic key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The card key battery life is about a
year and a half.)
If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the
engine stops. (P. 779)
As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms
indicate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. (P. 695)
• The smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not
operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m (3
ft.) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
•Table lamps
• Glass top ranges
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 6 9 5
Customization
Settings (e. g. smart entry & start system) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 855)
If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting
Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (P. 141, 821)
Starting the engine and changing engine switch modes:P. 8 2 2
Stopping the engine: P. 2 0 8

5075-3. Using the audio system
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Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
If you select
The display returns to the previous screen.
Connecting Bluetooth® audio player
Selecting “Connect portable player” on the “Bluetooth*” screen also con-
nects a Bluetooth® audio player. (P. 606)
When none of the selectable portable players have been registered, a screen
confirming registration is displayed. The registration method is the same as
phone registration. (P. 599)
When the currently connected portable player is selected, a screen confirm-
ing the selected player’s disconnection is displayed. (P. 599)
If connection fails once, a changing connection method confirmation screen
is displayed. If connection fails 2 or more times, a message will be dis-
played. When this message is displayed, try again.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
When using the Bluetooth® audio system
In the following conditions, the system may not function.
• The portable player is turned off
• The portable player is not connected
• The portable player battery is low
There may be a delay if phone connection is carried out during Bluetooth®
audio play.
Depending on the type of portable player that is connected to the system,
operation may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the instrument panel. If the portable player is behind
the seat or in the glove box or console box, or is touching or covered by
metal objects, connection status may deteriorate.
Battery charge/signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the portable player, and this
system does not have a charging function.

5305-3. Using the audio system
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
iPod cover art
Depending on the iPod and the songs in the iPod, iPod cover art may be dis-
played. This function can be changed to “On” or “Off”. (P. 524)
It may take time to display iPod cover art, and the iPod may not be operated
while the cover art display is in process.
Only iPod cover art that is saved in JPEG format can be displayed.
iPod functions
When the iPod connected to the system includes iPod video, the system can
only output the sound by selecting “Video” on the “iPod” screen.
Depending on the iPod, the video sound may not be able to be heard.
When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode,
the iPod will resume play from the same point in which it was last used.
Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functions
may not be available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as
opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device and reconnect-
ing it once again may resolve the problem.
When using an iPod
You maybe unable to use the instrument panel power outlet if the iPod is con-
nected to the USB port at the same time.
Battery charge
When an iPod is connected using a genuine iPod cable, the iPod starts
charging its battery.
Error messages for iPod
“iPod error”:
This indicates a problem in the iPod or its connection.
“No music files found.”:
This indicates that there is no music data in the iPod.
“Please check the iPod firmware version.”:
This indicates that the software version is not compatible. Perform the iPod
firmware updates and try again.
“iPod authorization failed.”:
This indicates that it failed to authorize the iPod. Please check your iPod.

669 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
After recharging/reconnecting the battery
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the sys-
tem.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be possi-
ble immediately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wire-
less remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine
may not start with the engine switch turned off. However, the engine will
operate normally from the second attempt.
The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the status it was in
before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the engine before
disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery if the
engine switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
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671 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)If any washer does not work or
the warning message appears on
the multi-information display,
the washer tank may be empty.
Add washer fluid.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is operating. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
When adding distilled water
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
Washer fluid
CAUTION
When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid
bottle.

7066-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
8MPX-B10
Smart entry & start system, electric tilt
and telescopic steering column, power
seats, head-up display, front right-hand
door ECU, gauges and meters, steering
sensor, yaw rate and G sensor, overhead
module, front left-hand door ECU,
power trunk lid, RR CTRL SW, clock,
body ECU, CAN gateway ECU
9DOME7.5
Personal lights, ornament lights, trunk
light, footwell lights, door courtesy
lights, vanity lights, rear door inside han-
dle illuminations, power trunk lid
10EPS80EPS
11ARS80No circuit
12HTR50Air conditioning system
13ABS NO.140VDIM
14LUG J/B ALT50Luggage compartment junction block
15PTC NO.150PTC heater
16PTC NO.250PTC heater
17ABS NO.250VDIM
18ST30Starting system
19H-LP LO30Headlights, H-LP RLY
20D/C CUT30DOME, MPX-B
21DCM7.5DCM
22ECU-B7.5Smart entry & start system
23ALT-S7.5Charging system
FuseAmpereCircuit

709 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
16MPX-B10
Smart entry & start system, electric tilt
and telescopic steering column, power
seats, head-up display, front right-hand
door ECU, gauges and meters, steering
sensor, yaw rate and G sensor, overhead
module, front left-hand door ECU,
power trunk lid, clock, body ECU, RR
CTRL SW, CAN gateway ECU
17FILTER10Condenser
18A/C COMP7.5Air conditioning system
19H-LP CLN30Headlight cleaner
20FAN NO.240Electric cooling fans
21LH J/B ALT60Left-hand junction block
22FAN NO.180Electric cooling fans
23P/I-B NO.150H-LP HI RH, H-LP HI LH, DRL, emer-
gency brake signal
24EPB30Parking brake
25LUG J/B-B40Luggage compartment junction block
26R/B-B20EPS-B, TV
27HORN10Horn
28ETCS10Multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system
29ALT-S7.5Charging system
30ECU-B7.5Smart entry & start system
31DCM7.5DCM
32D/C CUT30DOME, MPX-B
33ABS NO.250VDIM
34ST30Starting system
35H-LP LO30Headlights, H-LP RLY
FuseAmpereCircuit

7507-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead
to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional imme-
diately.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Wa r n i n g
lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Wa r n i n g
lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system

8277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional as soon as possible.
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
To prevent battery discharge
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges auto-
matically during driving.)
When recharging or replacing the battery
For vehicles with an alarm: make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when
recharging or replacing the battery to prevent the doors from being locked
with the key left inside the vehicle when the alarm operates.
In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
entry & start system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery
was discharged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch
off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery
discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
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