Lexus GS350 2008 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2008 GS460/350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30A87U)

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Shifting the windshield wiper positionYou can shift the wipers to the rest position manually. (In heavy snow or
icy condition etc.)
Grip the hook section of the wiper arm firmly when shifting the wiper
position.
To rest position
Raise the wiper in line with the
windshield.
You can stand the wipers up for the
rest position.
*: More than 3.9 in. (10 cm)
To retract position Lower the wipers by pressing on
the upper part of the hook section.

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■Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on front tires.
●Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
●Maintain the specified level of tire inflation pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h ), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with snow chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used,
or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle
handling.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.

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NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers. 
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of
the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when
tire chains are fitted.

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Trailer towing
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also
does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch
carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your Lexus is not designed
for trailer towing or for the us e of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the
ground) behind a motor home.

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3-1. Using the touch 
screen ................. .......... 208
Touch screen ........................... 208
Setting the touch screen ...... 212
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and 
defogger........................ 217
Automatic air conditioning 
system...................................... 217
Rear window and 
outside rear view 
mirror defoggers................. 225
Interior features3

Interior features3
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3-3. Using the audio 
system ........................... 226
Audio system type.................. 226
Using the radio........................ 229
Using the cassette player ... 238
Using the CD player ............. 242
Playing MP3 and 
WMA discs............................ 247
Using the DVD player............ 251
Playing DVD 
video/audio............................ 254
Playing video CD ................... 266
DVD player and DVD 
video disc information ....... 270
Optimal use of the 
audio/video system ............ 282
Using the AUX adapter ....... 287
Using the steering 
switches ................................. 288
3-4. Using the hands-free 
system (for cellular 
phone)............................ 291
Hands-free system 
(for cellular phone) .............. 291
Using the Bluetooth
® 
phone ...................................... 296
Setting the hands-free  system ....................................... 311 3-5. Using the interior

lights ............................. 337
Interior lights list .................... 337
3-6. Using the storage 
features ........................ 340
List of storage features......... 340
3-7. Other interior  features ........................ 347
Sun visors ................................. 347
Vanity mirror ........................... 348
Clock ......................................... 349
Outside temperature 
display..................................... 350
Ashtrays..................................... 351
Cigarette lighter .................... 352
Power outlet ............................ 353
Seat heaters/ventilators ...... 354
Armrest .................................... 356
Rear sunshade ........................ 357
Floor mats ................................ 359
Trunk features ......................... 360
Garage door opener ............ 363
Compass................................... 369
Lexus Link System ................. 373

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3-1. Using the touch screen
Touch screen
By touching the screen with your finger, you can control the audio system
and air conditioning, adjust the screen display etc.
With navigation system
Without navigation system
The “Information” screen shown in the above illustration is displayed when
is pressed.

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Interior features
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SwitchesPa g e
“CLIMATE”P. 2 1 7
“A U D I O ”P. 2 2 6
“INFO” (Displaying the “Informa-
tion” screen)P. 2 0 8
“DISP” (Adjusting the display)P. 2 1 3
Trip Information (Displaying the “Trip
Information” screen)P. 2 1 0
MaintenanceNavigation System Owner’s Manual
Te l e p h o n eP. 2 9 6
CalendarNavigation System Owner’s Manual
“LEXUS Park Assist”P. 1 7 3
LanguageP. 2 1 2
Screen SettingP. 2 1 5
Beep OffP. 2 1 2
Adjust ClockP. 3 4 9 /
Navigation System Owner’s Manual

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The initial screenIf the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is set to ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode, the initial-
izing screen will be displayed for a
few seconds as the system starts
up.
Trip information
Trip information such as driving di stance, average vehicle speed, fuel
consumption, etc. can be di splayed on the screen. The displayed figure is
for general information and may not always reflect precise and actual
conditions.
■ Displaying the screen
Press .
Touch on the “Information” screen.
Average fuel consumption
Cruising range
Average vehicle speed
Total distance
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