service Lexus GS350 2009 Owner's Manual

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 406
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ................... 409
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ...... 412
General maintenance ................. 414
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 417
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................... 418
Hood................................................... 421
Positioning a floor jack............... 422
Engine compartment.................. 424
Tires .................................................. 438
Tire inflation pressure................. 448
Wheels.............................................. 453
Air conditioning filter.................. 455
Electronic key battery ............... 458
Checking and replacing fuses ........................... 460
Headlight aim ............................... 485
Light bulbs ...................................... 488 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 496
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 497
If you think something is wrong ............................................ 503
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 504
Event data recorder................... 505
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................................... 507
If a warning message is displayed........................................ 516
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with standard tires) .................... 531
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with run-flat tires) ....................... 541
If the engine will not start .......... 542
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P” .......................... 543
If you lose your keys .................... 544
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....................... 545
If the 12 volt battery is discharged .................................. 548
If your vehicle ov erheats ........... 552
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 555
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, dynamic radar cruise control system, cruise control system,
anti-lock brake system, vehicle dynamics integrated management, SRS airbag sys-
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus deal er before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.d tsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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2-5. Driving information
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropria te to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumu lated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumul ated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.
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3-3. Using the audio system
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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. (Subscription is required. Not available
in Hawaii and Alaska.)
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●XM® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe, visit XM®
on the web at www.xmradio.com or call 1-877-515-3987.
●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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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system and voice guidance are muted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
●If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
●Try to face toward the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
●In the following circumstances it may be difficult to hear the other party.
• When driving on unsealed roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If the air conditioning is set to high
■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a mobile phone that does not support Bluetooth®.
●If the mobile phone is switched off.
●If you are outside service range.
●If the mobile phone is not connected.
●If the mobile phone’s battery is low.
■Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the display. If the mobile phone is behind the seat or in the
console box, or touching or covered by metal objects, connection status may dete-
riorate.
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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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■Battery charge/Signal status
This display may not correspond exactly with the mobile phone itself.
■About Bluetooth®
■Compatible models
Compatible with HFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver. 1.0 and OPP (Object Push Profile)
Ve r. 1 .1 .
If your cellular phone does not supp ort HFP, you cannot enter the Bluetooth
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phone, and take OPP service individually.
■Certification for the hands-free system
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210. Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
FCC ID: HYQBT0501A
IC ID: 1551A-BT0501A
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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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■Inputting key tones
When using phone services such as an answering service or a bank,
you can store phone numbers and code numbers in the phone book.
To u c h . Input the number.
If repeated tone symbols* are
stored in the phone book,
and are displayed on the
right side of the screen.
*: Repeated tone symbols are sym-bols or numbers displayed as p
or w, that come after the phone
number.
(e.g. 056133p0123w#1
✽)
Confirm the number displayed on screen, and touch .
If you touch , operation is completed without making a call.
■ To transfer a call
To u c h .
■ To hang up
Touch or press on the steering wheel.
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3-7. Other interior features
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Lexus Link System∗
∗: If equipped
The Lexus Link System is a communication service that uses Global Posi-
tioning System (GPS) data and cellular service to provide you with safety,
security and convenience. This system is only operational in GPS and cellu-
lar coverage areas. Button operation and voice commands are used to
operate the system. To operate the system, follow the voice guidance
instructions. For details about service and subscription, call the Lexus Link
Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free).
■ Buttons
Voice keypad button
Volume control
Phone button
“SERVICES” button
Emergency button
■ Services
The Lexus Link System offers the following services.
● Airbag deployment notification ( →P. 394)
● Emergency assistance ( →P. 394)
● Stolen vehicle location assistance ( →P. 395)
● Remote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock (→ P. 395)
● Advisor record ( →P. 396)
● Personal calling ( →P. 396)
● Other services ( →P. 395)
Operating the Lexus Link Sy stem during a Bluetooth phone call will ter-
minate the Bluetooth phone call.
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3-7. Other interior features
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Indicator and warning lightsOperation indicator light
If your subscription has expired,
the operation indicator light will go
off.
Warning light
If the warning light (red light)
comes on, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Airbag deployment notification
If an airbag deploys, an emergency ca ll is automatically placed to the Lexus
Link Call Center, and your vehicle’s location is identified. The Lexus Link
Advisor will attempt to contact you and assess the situation. The Advisor
can quickly contact the ne arest emergency services provider, describe the
situation and request that assistance be sent to your location.
The Lexus Link Advisor can, if requeste d, connect you to an emergency ser-
vices operator.
Emergency assistance
When you press the button, a priori ty call is placed to the Lexus Link
Call Center with your vehicle’s locati on. At the Call Center, the Lexus Link
Advisor can determine your vehicle’s location, communicate with you, and,
if appropriate, contac t the nearest emergency service provider.
If you have accidentally pressed the button, tell the Lexus Link Advisor that you
are not experiencing an emergency.
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Stolen vehicle location assistance
If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-800-25-
LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free) and select the option for Lexus Link.
To protect subscribers’ privacy, the location of a vehicle will not be provided to
anyone other than a law enforcement authority.
Remote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock
The remote operations are performed by contacting the Lexus Link Call
Center from the outside of the vehicle. When necessary, call the Lexus Link
Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free) and
select the option for Lexus Link.
● In the case that you forget to lock the vehicle or you are locked out, the
Lexus Link Call Center can send a sig nal to lock or unlock the vehicle
remotely.
● In the case that you forget where yo u parked the vehicle, such as in a
large parking lot, the Lexus Link Call Center can send a signal to flash the
headlights and sound the horn to help you locate the vehicle.
When contacting the Lexus Link Call Center from the outside of the vehicle,
you need the Lexus Link PIN (Personal Identification Number). Write the PIN
down and carry it with you.
Other services
Press the button in the vehicle or call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-
800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll- free), and then select the option
for Lexus Link. The services provided will depend on the service plan level.
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