display Lexus GS300 2006 Starting and Driving

STARTING AND DRIVING
374The rear corner sensor only operates when the
transmission is in “R”, it checks the approximate distance
to obstacles at an angle to the rear of the vehicle, and
sounds a warning depending on the distance.
1
Multi−information display:
The indicator bars will come on depending on the
distance to the obstacle and will flash when the distance
between the vehicle and the obstacle is less than about
25 cm (0.8 ft.).
2
Screen:
The indicator bars will come on in yellow depending on
the distance to the obstacle. When the distance between
the vehicle and the obstacle is less than about 25 cm (0.8
ft.), the yellow indicator bars will turn red.
Beeps:
As distance to the obstacle gets closer, the interval of the
intermittent sound gets shorter, and then finally to a continuous
sound when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle
is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).
CAUTION
When backing up, be sure to confirm a safe distance
around your vehicle with your eyes to avoid an accident.
Back sensors
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About 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to about 150 cm (5.0 ft.)
4
About 45 cm (1.4 ft.) to about 60.0 cm (2.0ft.)
5
About 35 cm (1.1 ft.) to about 45.0 cm (1.4 ft.)
6
Less than about 35 cm (1.1 ft.)

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375 The back sensor only operates when the transmission is
in “R”, it checks the approximate distance to obstacles
close to the rear of the vehicle, and sounds a warning
depending on the distance.
1
Multi−information display:
The indicator bars will come on depending on the
distance to the obstacle and will flash when the distance
between the vehicle and the obstacle is less than about
35 cm (1.1 ft.).
2
Screen:
The indicator bars will come on in yellow depending on
the distance to the obstacle. When the distance between
the vehicle and the obstacle is less than about 35 cm (1.1
ft.), the yellow indicator bars will turn red.
Beeps:
As distance to the obstacle gets closer, the interval of the
intermittent sound gets shorter, and then finally to a continuous
sound when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle
is less than about 35 cm (1.1 ft.).
CAUTION
When backing up, be sure to confirm a safe distance
around your vehicle with your eyes to avoid an accident.
Numerous obstacles are detected on the front
and rear of the vehicle simultaneously
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When obstacles are detected on the front and rear of the
vehicle at the same time; the multi−information display
and screen illuminate their relevant indicator bars. And
beeps are as follows:
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Obstacles detected on the front and rear of the
vehicle are not in areas where continuous beeping
should sound:

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377 NOTE:
* The detection range can be changed from about 50 cm
(1.5 ft.) for dual sensors and about 60 cm (2 ft.) for back
sensors.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The intuitive parking assist may not work properly in the
following cases:
When the bumper is damaged.
When the part near the sensors is subjected to a strong
impact.
When an accessory is installed within the sensor detection
range.
When snowflakes or mud gets on the sensors.
(If removed, the system will work properly.)
When water is splashed from a high pressure car wash or
steam on the sensors.
When a sensor is covered with your hand.
When the vehicle is tilted.
In extreme hot or cold weather
(In extreme cold weather, the error display appears and the
system becomes inoperative.)
When driving on bumpy roads, slopes, gravelled roads or
grass.Devices issuing ultrasonic waves are operated around your
vehicle, such as a horn from another vehicle, motorcycle
engine, air braking sound from heavy−duty vehicles.
When another vehicle equipped with ultrasonic sensors
gets close to your vehicle.
When heavy rain or water is splashed over the vehicle.
(Drive carefully as the braking distance may be affected.)
When a radio antenna or fender pole is mounted on your
vehicle.
If towing eyelet is installed on your vehicle.
When you are driving towards a tall curb stone or curb stone
having right angle.
The detection range for an object such as a traffic sign may
be shortened.
An object just under the bumper cannot be detected.
Although an object lower than the location of sensors is
once detected, the detection might be stopped when your
vehicle gets closer to the object.
When an obstacle is very close to the sensors.

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378The intuitive parking assist may not detect the following:
Thin objects such as wire or rope
Sound wave absorbing objects such as cotton or snow
Objects with a sharp edge
Tall objects with the upper part projected
Shorter objects
Intuitive parking assist failure warning
If an error is detected when the intuitive parking assist is
turned on, the vehicle symbol comes on or flashes with
beeping sounds.
At this time steering guidance is temporarily stopped.
However, the sensors functioning properly continue their
obstacle detection. For details, see “When the detection range
of the sensors is shorter” on page 381.
The intuitive parking assist failure warning display is not given
in either of the following operations:
Changing to another screen
Turning off the main switch for the intuitive parking assist

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379 When snowflakes or mud gets on the sensors
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Multi−information display 2
Screen
If foreign matter gets on the sensors and the intuitive
parking assist cannot detect the object properly, the
above message appears. At this time, the vehicle symbol
and the indicator bars corresponding to the faulty
sensors flash for about 7 seconds and 2 beeps sound 5
times.
After about 7 seconds, the sensor indicator bars will
cease flashing, however will stay lit until the affected
sensor is cleaned. Furthermore, the vehicle symbol will
continue to flash until the affected sensor is cleaned.
The above illustration shows the sensor on the left front of the
vehicle malfunctioning.
If the failure warning does not go off even after the foreign
matter is removed, the intuitive parking assist may be
malfunctioning. Have it checked by your Lexus dealer.When the sensor is malfunctioning
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Multi−information display 2
Screen
If the sensor cable is broken and the intuitive parking
assist cannot detect the object properly, the above
message appears. At this time, the indicator bars
corresponding to the faulty sensor flash for about 7
seconds and 2 beeps sound 5 times.
The indicator bars continue lighting after flashing.
The above illustration shows the sensor on the right rear of the
vehicle malfunctioning.
If this message appears, have the sensor checked by your
Lexus dealer.

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380When the steering sensor is malfunctioning
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If the steering sensor cable is broken and signals cannot
be received, the vehicle symbol comes on and the
steering guide symbol and arrows flash.
If only the steering sensor is malfunctioning, the warning
appears only on the multi−information display.
If this warning appears, have the sensor checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.When the neutral point of the steering sensor is unknown
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If the memorized neutral point of the steering is erased by
replacing the battery, the vehicle symbol, steering guide
symbol and arrows come on.
If only the neutral point of the steering sensor is unknown, the
warning appears only on the multi−information display.
If this warning appears, calibrate the neutral point of the
steering using either of the following:
Turn the steering wheel either way fully and then in the
opposite direction fully and slowly, with the vehicle stopped.
Drive on roads (with as few curves as possible and without
backing up) for more than about 5 minutes.
If this warning goes out, the calibration of the steering neutral
point is completed. If the warning still remains on, have the
sensor checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

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Rear view monitor display (Vehicles with rear
view monitor system)
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On vehicles equipped with rear view monitor system, a
warning appears on the right top of the rear view monitor
in the following conditions.
When the selector lever is put in “R” and the rear view
monitor is turned on.
When the intuitive parking assist main switch is turned on
and any sensor detects an obstacle.
Although “Display Off” is selected in the intuitive parking assist
setting screen, the warning appears on the right top of the rear
view monitor.
Dual sensors
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About 50 cm (1.5 ft.) to about 100 cm (3.0 ft.)
2
About 37.5 cm (1.1 ft.) to about 50 cm (1.5 ft.)
3
About 25 cm (0.8 ft.) to about 37.5 cm (1.1 ft.)
4
Less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.)
When the intuitive parking assist determines that the
collision will be unavoidable:
The indicator will flash yellow depending on the distance to the
obstacle. When the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.), the yellow indicator
will turn red.
When the intuitive parking assist determines that the
collision will be avoided by changing the steering:
The indicator will flash yellow depending on the distance to the
vehicle. The steering guide symbol and arrow do not appear.

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383 When the intuitive parking assist determines that the
collision will be avoided with the present steering angle:
The indicator will come on in green.
However, if the sensors detect and determine an obstacle at
an angle to the front of the vehicle, the indicator will not come
on.
Beeps (except for avoidable collisions at the present
steering angle):
As distance to the obstacle gets closer, the interval of the
intermittent sound gets shorter, and then finally to a continuous
sound when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle
is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).
CAUTION
When an obstacle is detected within about 25 cm (0.8
ft.) from the vehicle, the dual sensors will change the
determination to an unavoidable collision.
With long obstacles such as walls, the decision of the
sensor may change as the obstacle gets closer; from
certain avoidance to avoidance if steering is
changed; from certain avoidance to unavoidable
collision; and there are also times when the decision
will be changed from avoidance if steering is
changed, to certain collision.
When you move your vehicle, be sure to confirm a safe
distance around your vehicle with your eyes and drive
slowly, or an accident or injury may result.
Rear corner sensors
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About 35 cm (1.1ft.) to about 50 cm (1.5 ft.)
2
About 25 cm (0.8 ft.) to about 35 cm (1.1 ft.)
3
Less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.)
Display:
The indicator will flash yellow depending on the distance to the
obstacle. When the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.), the yellow indicator
will turn red.
Beeps :
As distance to the obstacle gets closer, the interval of the
intermittent sound gets shorter, and then finally to a continuous
sound when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle
is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).

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Back sensors
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1
About 60.0 cm (2.0 ft.) to about 150 cm (5.0 ft.)
2
About 45.0 cm (1.4 ft.) to about 60.0 cm (2.0 ft.)
3
About 35.0 cm (1.1 ft.) to about 45.0 cm (1.4 ft.)
4
Less than about 35 cm (1.1 ft.)
Display:
The indicator will flash in yellow depending on the distance to
the obstacle. When the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle is less than about 35 cm (1.1 ft.), the yellow indicator
will turn red.
Beeps :
As distance to the obstacle gets closer, the interval of the
intermittent sound gets shorter, and then finally to a continuous
sound when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle
is less than about 35 cm (1.1 ft.).
CAUTION
When backing up, be sure to confirm a safe distance
around your vehicle with your eyes to avoid an accident.

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Setting the intuitive parking assist
The volume of the beeps and turning on or off of the
display can be set.
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With Navigation system
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Without Navigation system
1. Push the “INFO” button to display the menu screen.
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With Navigation system
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Without Navigation system
2. Touch “LEXUS Park Assist”.