Lexus GS350 2007 Using the front audio system / LEXUS 2007 GS430/350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30A04U)

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CAUTION
■When using the spare tire
●Remember that your spare tire is specifically designed for use with your vehicle.
Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use two spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp cornering.
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident.

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NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire installed on the
vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road sur-
faces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire. 
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
●When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
●Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters as
well.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.

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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
P. 9 7), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even wh en the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● Ther
e may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded. 
Try to restart the engine once mor
e following correct starting
procedures.( P. 9 7 )
● Ther
e may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 5 2 )
■ The star
ter motor turns over slow ly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a lo
w vol-
ume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The batter
y may be discharged. (P. 4 9 2 )
● The batter
y terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The star
ter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the batter
y terminals may be disconnected.
● The batter
y may be discharged. (P. 4 9 2 )

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera
-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
imme

diately. 
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift le
ver can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
s
crewdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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STEP4
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If you lose your keys
New genuine Lexus keys can be made by your Lexus dealer using one of
the other keys and the key number stamped on your key number plate.

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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key linked functions
Doors
Using the mechanical key in order
to per
form the following opera -
tions:
Locks all doors
Closes the windows/moon roof
(turn and hold)
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver's door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Opens the windows/moon roof
(turn and hold)
Tr u n k
Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
If communication between the electron ic key and vehicle is interrupted
(
P. 7 ) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
r

emote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure below.

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Changing engine switch modes and starting the engine
Put the shift lever in “P” and apply the brakes.Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electr
onic key to the engine
switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
electronic key that is touched to
engine switch if any of the doors is
opened and closed while the key is
touched to the switch.
To change engine switch modes: Within 5 seconds of the buzzer
sounding, release the brake peda l and pr
ess the engine switch.
Modes can be changed each time the switch is pressed. (
P. 9 7 ) 
To start the engine: Press the engi ne switch within 5 seconds af
ter
the buzzer sounds, keep the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the engine still cannot be operated, contact your Lexus
dealer
.
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STEP2
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when stop-
ping the engine
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is the temporary measure, it is recommended that the
el
ectronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes. ( P.
411 )
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If the vehicle battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s
battery is discharged.

You can call your Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Lexus Customer
Se
rvice Assistance.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus following the steps
below.
GS350 only: Remove the engine compartment covers. 
( P. 3 7 8 )
Connecting the jumper cables.
If required, remove all vent pl ugs from the booster battery. Lay a
cloth over the open vents on the booster batter
y. (This helps reduce
the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle.
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second v
ehicle.
Negative (-) battery terminal or your vehicle.
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■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical compon ents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■When the battery is removed or discharged
The following systems must be initialized.
●Po w e r w i n d o w s (P. 4 3 )
●Variable gear ratio steering (P. 1 5 9 )
●Tire pressure warning system (P. 3 9 3 )
●Intuitive parking assist (P. 1 3 6)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately five
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the engine s
witch “OFF”.
Maintain the engine speed on th e second v
ehicle and turn the
engine switch to the “IG-ON” mode, then start the vehicle’s
engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine ha s star
ted, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse ord er in which they w
ere con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the ve hicle check
ed at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.
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CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any pa rt other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always we ar safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. 
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.