sensor Lexus GS350 2007 Using the front audio system / LEXUS 2007 GS430/350 (OM30A04U) Owner's Guide

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When driving
■CertificationFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
For vehicles sold in Canada
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
To reduce the chance of injury in the event of an accident or sudden stop, keep the
switch box closed.
■When using intuitive parking assist
Observe the following precautions.
●The back sensors and rear corner sensors do not judge whether there is danger
of a collision, nor whether the obstacle can be avoided using the steering wheel.
When reversing, always check your surroundings and behind the vehicle for
safety.
●The steering guide symbol (arrow) is an approximate guide regarding obstacles.
It is not driving instructions. When movi ng forward or reversing, always check
your surroundings for safety and drive carefully.
●Do not install accessories within the sensors' detection areas, as this may cause
the intuitive parking assist to function inco rrectly, possibly leading to an accident.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.

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NOTICE
■When using intuitive parking assist
In the following situations, the system may not function correctly due to a sensor
malfunction etc. Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.• A beep does not sound when you turn the main switch ON.
• The intuitive parking assist operation display flashes, and a beep sound when
no obstacle has been detected.
• If the area around a sensor collides with something, or is subjected to strong
impact.
• If the bumper collides with something.
• If the display shows continuously without a beep.
■When changing tires
If you install tires of a size other than that recommended by the manufacturer, the
system will be unable to correctly detect steering wheel movement. Always use tire
sizes recommended by the manufacturer.
■When washing the vehicle
When washing the vehicle using high pressure cleaning equipment, do not spray
water directly on the sensors. Subjecting the sensors to high pressure impact may
cause a malfunction.

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PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
Radar sensor
Detects vehicles or other obsta-
cles on or near the road ahead and
determines whether a collision is

imminent based on the position,
speed, and heading of the obsta -
cles.
Grille cover
Radar sensor
Safety systems such as the brakes and seat belts are automatically
engaged to lessen impact and injuries to occupants as well as vehicle dam
-
age when the radar sensor detects a
n unavoidable frontal collision.
■Pre-collision seat belts (front seats only)
The seat belts are immediately retracted as the effect of the pretensioner is
increased ( P. 3 5 ), to provide even greater constraining force to protect
the driver and passengers. In the event of sudden braking or skidding, the
s
ystem will operate even if no obstacle has been detected.
■Pre-collision brake assist
Applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is
depressed.
■ Pre-collision AVS
If the system determines that the collision is unavoidable, the operation of
AV S ( P. 1 5 8 ) helps prevent the vehicle front from going down when
hard brakes are applied.
■Obstacles not detected
The sensor cannot detect plastic obstacles such as pylons. There may also be occa -
sions when the sensor cannot detect pedestrians, animals, bicycles, motorcycles,
tr
ees, or snowdrifts.

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■The pre-collision system is operational when
●Seat belt (linked to the radar sensor)
• Vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or oncoming vehicle exceeds 18 mph (30 km/h).
• The front occupants are wearing a seat belt.
●Seat belts (linked to brake operation)
• Vehicle speed exceeds 9 mph (15 km/h).
• The system detects sudd en braking or skidding.
• The front occupants are wearing a seat belt.
•VSC is not turned off.
●Brake Assist
• Vehicle speed is above 18 mph (30 km/h).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or oncoming vehicle exceeds 18 mph (30 km/h).
• The brake pedal is depressed.
●AV S
• Vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h).
• The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or oncoming vehicle exceeds 18 mph (30 km/h).
■Conditions that may trigger the system even if there is no danger of collision
●When there is an object by the roadside at the entrance to a curve
●When passing an oncoming vehicle on a curve
●When driving over a narrow iron bridge
●When there is a metal object on the road surface
●When driving on an uneven road surface
●When passing an oncoming vehicle on a left-turn
●When your vehicle rapidly closes on the vehicle in front
When the system is activated in the situations described above there is also a possi-
bility that the seat belts will retract quickly and the brakes will be applied with a force
greater than normal. When the seat belt is locked in the retracted position, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, release the seat belt and refasten.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. ( P. 451, 458)

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CAUTION
■Handling the radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the pre-collision system can function effectively.
●Keep the sensor and front grille clean at all times.
Clean the sensor and front grille with a so ft cloth so you do not mark or damage
them.
●Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact. 
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may malfunction. If the
sensor or surrounding area are subject to a strong impact, always have the area
inspected and adjusted by a Lexus dealer.
●Do not disassemble the sensor.
●Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, grille cover or surrounding
area.
■Limitations of the pre-collision system
Do not rely on the pre-collision system. Always drive safely, taking care to observe
your surroundings and checking for any obstacles or other road hazards.

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3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Adjusting the sensitivity of the air intake control in automatic mode
Press until the smog sensor sc r een appears while the
vehicle is stopped.
Touch any switch of (lower sensi-
tivity  higher sensitivity) on the
oper

ating screen.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent
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3-7. Other interior features
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the display.
Be sure to adjust the display on ly when the vehicle is stopped.
■When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the neigh-
borhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.
NOTICE
■To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror. 
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
■To ensure normal operation of the compass
●Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth's
magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
●During calibration, do not operate electr ic systems (moon roof, power windows,
etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■Engine compartment (Type A)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1ECU-B10VGRS, EPS, Driver’s seat switch
module, Lexus Link System ECU
2ABS MAIN310ECB system
3TURN-HAZ15Turn signal lights, Emergency flashers
4IG2 MAIN20IG2, GAUGE and IGN
5RND NO.230Audio system
6D/C CUT20DOME and MPX-B
7RND NO.130Audio system
8MPX-B10
Multiplex communication system,
Front controller, Door control system
(Power door lock system, Door cour-
tesy lights, Power windows, Power
rear view mirror control system, Out-
side rear view mirror heaters), Power
seat system, Steering sensors, ECB
system, Power tilt and telescopic
steering wheel, Gauges and meters,
Combination switch

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FuseAmpereCircuit
9ECU-IG LH10
VSC system, ECB system, Yaw rate
and G sensor, Steering sensor,
Cruise control system, Dynamic
radar cruise control system, EPS sys-
tem, VGRS system, Rear view moni-
tor system, Four-wheel drive system,
Front controller, Moon roof, Rain sen-
sor
10FR S/HTR LH15Seat heater or Heated and ventilated
seats
11RR DOOR LH20
Rear left door control system (Power
door lock system, Door courtesy
light, Power window)
12FR DOOR LH20
Front left door control system (Power
door lock system, Power rear view
mirror control system, Door courtesy
light, Outside rear view mirror heater,
Po w e r w i n d o w )
13RAD NO.310Audio system
14H-LP LVL7. 5AFS, Automatic headlight leveling
control system
15LH-IG10
Charging system, Headlight clean-
ers, Exhaust gas sensor, Rear window
defogger, Electric cooling fans, Rear
left door control system, Front left
door control system, Emergency
flashers, Automatic transmission,
Seat belt pretensioners, Intuitive
parking assist
16FR WIP30Windshield wipers and washer

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose? 
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips. 
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon
a
s possible.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the following:
●The airbag sensor assembly
●Front airbag sensors
●The curtain shield airbag sensors
●The side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies
●The driver’s seat position sensor
●Driver’s seat belt buckle switch
●The front passenger occupant classification ECU
●The pressure sensor
●The belt tension sensor
●AIRBAG ON and AIRBAG OFF indicator lights
●Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch
●The inflators
●The warning light
●The interconnecting wiring and power sources
■Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sen -
sor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.