radio antenna Lexus GS350 2008 Do-it-yourself maintenance / LEXUS 2008 GS460/350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30A87U)

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CAUTION
■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices
●People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep away
from the smart access system with push-button start antennas. (P. 2 4 ) T h e
radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary, the smart
access system with push-button start can be disabled. Ask your Lexus dealer for
details, such as the frequency of radio waves and timing of emitting the radio
waves. Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the smart access
system with push-button start.
●Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and
implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for
information about its operation under the influence of radio waves. Radio waves
could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical devices.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details for disabl ing the smart access system with push-but-
ton start.

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■Certification for wireless remote controlFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing 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.
NOTICE: 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of th e FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generate s, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING: 
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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●In the following situations, the intuitive parking assist may not function correctly,
possibly leading to an accident.
• There is ice, snow or mud on the sensors. (Wiping the sensors will resolve this
problem.)
• The sensor area is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.) 
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen the screen may show an abnor-
mal display, or obstacles may not be detected.
• The vehicle angle is especially wide.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• When driving on bumpy, sloped or gravel roads, or over grass.
• If there is something producing ultrasonic waves nearby, such as another vehicle’s horn, motorcycle engine nois e, air braking sound from heavy-duty
vehicles, or another vehicle using the intuitive parking assist.
• In heavy rain, or if water is splashed on the sensors.
• If a commercial fender pole or radio antenna is installed.
• If towing eyelet is installed on your vehicle.
• If moving towards a high curb or a curb corner.
• Objects such as signs may cause the detection distance to shorten.
• The area directly under the bumpers is not detected. 
Objects lower than the sensor s or thin stakes etc. may be detected initially,
but as they draw closer, they may cease to be detected.
• If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
■Obstacles that may not be detected correctly
The following obstacles may not be detected.
●Thin objects such as wire, fencing or rope.
●Objects that absorb sound wave s, such as cotton or snow.
●Objects with sharp corners.
●Objects where the upper section projects out over the lower section.
●Low objects.
■If the display flashes and a message is displayed
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■When the 12 volt battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
■Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continually
changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding
objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
●The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear window. To maintain clear radio
reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic objects to the
antenna wire mounted inside the rear window.
■Receiving XM® Satellite Radio
The optional Lexus genuine satellite radio tuner and antenna allows you to receive
and play XM
® Satellite Radio broadcasts. (Subsc ription is required. Not available
in Hawaii and Alaska.)
*
●XM® subscriptions 
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe, visit XM®
on the web at www.xmradio.com or call (800) 967-2346.
●Radio ID 
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a prob-
lem. Select “CH000” using the dial , and the receiver’s 8-character ID
number will appear.
●Satellite tuner 
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accompany-
ing Text Information of XM
® Satellite Radio.
*: Terms and services provided by XM® Satellite Radio are subject to change with-
out notice.

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■If the satellite radio does not operate normally
If a problem occurs with the XM
® tuner, a message will appear on the screen. Refer
to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested corrective action.
ANTENNA
The XM® antenna is not connected. Check whether
the XM® antenna cable is attached securely.
There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the surround-
ing antenna cable. See a Lexus certified dealer.
UPDATING
You have not subscribed to XM® Satellite Radio. The
radio is being updated with the latest encryption code.
Contact XM
® Satellite Radio for subscription infor-
mation. When a contract is canceled, you can choose
“CH000” and all free-to-air channels.
The premium channel you selected is not authorized.
Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the
previous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change
automatically, select another channel. If you want to lis-
ten to the premium channel, contact XM
® Satellite
Radio.
NO SIGNAL
The XM® signal is too weak at the current location.
Wait until your vehicle reaches a location with a stron-
ger signal.
LOADIN GThe unit is acquiring audio or program information.
Wait until the unit has received the information.
OFF AIRThe channel you selected is not broadcasting any pro-
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Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at (800) 967-2346 during the following
hours
*. 
Monday - Saturday: 6 a.m. - 2 a.m. Eastern Time 
Sunday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Eastern Time
*: Subject to change without notice.
■Certifications for the radio tuner
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generate s, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the eq uipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by trying one or more of the following:
●Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.
●Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connecting the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
●Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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There is no song/program title or artist name/feature
associated with the channel at that time. No action
needed.
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The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait
for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previ-
ous channel or “CH001”. If it does not change auto-
matically, select another channel.

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CAUTION
■FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Radio Frequency Exposure. This device is approved for Mobile Application only
and, to comply with applicable FCC radio frequency exposure regulations, must be
used with a distance of at least 7.9 in. (20 cm) between the antenna and the body of
any person at all time during use.
■While driving
Do not use the mobile phone or connect the Bluetooth
® system.
NOTICE
■When leaving the vehicle
Do not leave your mobile phone in the vehicle. The inside of the vehicle may
become hot, causing da mage to the phone.

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■Certification for the Lexus Link System
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing 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.
CAUTION
■FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications in construction not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip-
ment. 
Radio Frequency Exposure. This device is approved for Mobile Application only
and, to comply with applicable FCC radio frequency exposure regulations, must be
used with a distance of at least 7.9 in. (20 cm) between the antenna and the body of
any person at all time during use.
FCC ID: SCWTR-423-A2

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■Tire pressure warning system certificationFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing 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.
NOTICE: 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of th e FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generate s, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING: 
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..............................................................217
ABS.............................................................. 184
ACCESSORY mode .......................... 122
Active stabilizer suspension 
system...................................................... 184
Adaptive variable 
suspension system ............................. 183
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ....................... 437
Automatic air conditioning 
system .................................................... 217
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 83
Airbag precautions for 
your child............................................... 87
Airbag warning light ........................489
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................................... 90
General airbag precautions ........... 87
Locations of airbags............................80
Modification and disposal of 
airbags ...................................................... 91
Proper driving posture ...................... 78
Side airbag precautions .................... 87
Side and curtain shield airbags 
operating conditions ....................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................80
Alarm ............................................................ 75
Antenna ....................................................235
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 184
Armrest .....................................................356
Ashtrays ..................................................... 351 Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 235
AUX adapter .......................................287
Cassette player .................................. 238
CD player/changer .......................... 242
DVD information ...............................270
DVD player/changer ....................... 251
DVD video/audio............................. 254
MP3/WMA disc................................ 247
Optimal use ......................................... 282
Radio ........................................................229
Steering switches .............................. 288
Video CD ............................................. 266
Automatic headlight leveling 
system ......................................................144
Automatic light control system.........142
Automatic transmission If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from “P” ............................... 524
Mode select switch ............................ 126
S mode ......................................................127
AUX adapter ......................................... 287
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 552
Battery 12 volt battery ........................................ 417
Checking................................................. 417
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged ........................................ 529
Preparing and checking 
before winter...................................... 199
Bluetooth
®.............................................. 296
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