windshield wipers Lexus GS350 2009 User Guide

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Sensor sensitivity (high)
Sensor sensitivity (low)
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
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■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more
time after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, the last sweep will not happen if the vehicle is traveling above 106 mph
(170 km/h).
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
Vehicle speed affects the following even when the wipers are not “AUTO” mode.
●Intermittent wiper interval ( mode)
●Wiper operation when the washer is being used (delay until drip prevention
wiper sweep occurs)
With selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermit-
tent wiper operation only when the vehicle is stationary.
■Rain drop sensor (vehicles equipped with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The sensor judges the amount of raindrops.
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■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
■If the components get extremely hot or cold
The system will turn off if the components get extremely hot (more than 194 °F
[90 °C]) or cold (less than -22 °F [-30 °C]).
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. drip prevention function) can be changed.
(Customizable features → P. 5 9 3 )
CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the
windshield is subject to vibration in “AUT O” mode. Take care that your fingers or
anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you
and held continually.
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Headlight cleaner switch∗
■The headlight cleaner can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the headlight
switch is turned ON.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not press the switch continually, as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
∗: If equipped
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
Press the switch to clean the
headlights.
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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■The dynamic radar cruise can be set when
●The shift lever is in “D” or the “4”, “5”, “6”, “7” or “8” (GS460) or “4”, “5” or “6”
(GS350) range of “S”.
●The vehicle’s speed is above approximately 27 mph (43 km/h).
■Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
■Automatically canceling vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the follow-
ing situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls below 25 mph (40 km/h)
●Enhanced VSC is activated
●The windshield wipers are operating at high speed
●The mode select switch is set to snow mode
●The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving must be reset by turning the “ON-
OFF” button on again.
If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled for any other
reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Automatically canceling constant speed control
The set speed is automatically canceled in the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed is more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset vehicle
speed
●Actual vehicle speed falls below 25 mph (40 km/h)
●Enhanced VSC is activated
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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 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 wiper arm.
■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 inst ructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
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NOTICE
■To protect your vehicle’s painted surfaces
Do not use organic cleaners such as benzene or gasoline.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash (with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers
may operate and the wiper blades may be
damaged.OFF
AUTO
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Maintenance and care
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FuseAmpereCircuit
10IG210Ignition system, noise filter and ECT
ECU
11EFI NO.210
Fuel system, exhaust system, multi-
port fuel injection system/sequential
multiport fuel injection system, elec-
tronic engine control system, leak
detection pump
12H-LP R LWR15Headlight low beam (right)
13H-LP L LWR15Headlight low beam (left)
14F/ P M P25Fuel system
15EFI25
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, ECT ECU
16INJ25
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
17H-LP UPR15Headlight high beams
18HORN10Horns
19WA S H E R20Windshield wipers and washer
20FR TAIL10Parking lights, side marker light
21FR FOG15Front fog lights
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FuseAmpereCircuit
11H-LP R LWR15Headlight low beam (right)
12H-LP L LWR15Headlight low beam (left)
13F/ P M P25Fuel system
14EFI NO.125
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
15INJ20
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
16H-LP HI15Headlight high beams
17HORN10Horns
18WA S H E R20Windshield wipers and washer
19FR TAIL10Parking lights, side marker light
20FR FOG15Front fog lights
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FuseAmpereCircuit
15LH-IG10
Charging system, headlight cleaners,
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, power window
16FR WIP30Windshield wipers and washer
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