parking brake Lexus GS350 2011 Owner's Guide

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5-1. Essential information
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Emergency towingIf a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short
distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steer ing and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Towing eyelet
■Emergency towing procedure Release the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “N”.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the ACCESSORY mode
(engine off) or the IGNITION ON mode (engine on).
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
*1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: → P. 5 5 0
Stop the vehicl e immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
•Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning lightMalfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or
flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
The trunk is not fully
closed. flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indi-
cate that trunk is not fully
closed (with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Close the trunk.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
The moon roof is not fully
closed (with the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is OFF and the
driver’s door opened).
Close the moon roof.
(Flashing)
The parking brake is still
engaged (with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of more than 3 mph [5
km/h]).
Release the parking
brake.
The washer fluid level is
low.Add washer fluid.
The engine oil level is low.Check the engine oil level,
and add if necessary.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with standard tires)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to “P”.
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Wheel nut wrench Jack
Jack handle
Spare tireTi g h t e n
Loosen
Tools
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■When using the compact 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 causing death or serious injury.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
●ABS
●Brake assist
●Enhanced VSC
●TRAC
●EPS
●VGRS (GS460)
●VDIM
●Cruise control (if equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
●Navigation system (if equipped)
●Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
●Rear view monitor system (if equipped)
●Active stabilizer suspension system (if equipped)
●AVS (if equipped)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the automatic transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and racing the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
in “P”.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the “D” or “R” position and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC/Enhanced VSC if these functions are hampering
your attempts to free the vehicle. (→P. 2 0 1 )
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 196 N (20.0 kgf, 44lbf) while the engine is running.
*2: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50.0 kgf,110 lbf) while the engine is running.
*3: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf,67.4 l bf ).
Steering
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e GS460 *12.9 in. (74 mm) Min.
GS350 *22.6 in. (65 mm) Min.
Pedal free play GS460Less than 0.08 in. (2.0 mm)
GS3500.04  0.08 in. (1.0  2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *37  9 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Alphabetical index
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Back-up lightsWattage .................................................598
Battery 12 volt battery ...................................... 459
Checking ............................................... 459
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged ........................................ 574
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 218
Bluetooth
® audio ................................. 308
Bluetooth
® phone ............................... 332
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 457
Parking brake ........................................ 143
Brake assist ............................................... 199
Care Exterior ................................................... 430
Interior..................................................... 433
Seat belts ............................................... 434
Cargo capacity ....................................... 213
Cargo hooks .......................................... 408
CD player/changer .............................269
Chains......................................................... 219
Child-protectors ......................................44
Child restraint system Definition..................................................109
Installation..................................................113
Installing CRS with lower anchors ................................................... 114
Installing CRS with seatbelts ...........116
Installing CRS with top straps ....... 120 Child safety
Airbag precautions ..............................99
Battery precautions ............. 460, 577
Child restraint system ....................... 109
Child-protectors ................................... 44
How your child should wear
the seatbelt............................................66
Installing child restraints..................... 113
Moon roof precautions....................... 81
Power window lock switch .............. 75
Power window precautions ............ 75
Removed electronic key battery
precautions....................................... 483
Seat belt comfort guide ..................... 64
Seat belt precautions .......................... 67
Seat heater precautions.................. 401
Trunk precautions................................ 50
Cigarette lighter................................... 398
Cleaning Exterior................................................... 430
Interior .....................................................433
Seat belts ................................................434
Clock .........................................................395
Coin holder .............................................390
Compass ................................................... 418
Condenser .............................................. 457
Console box .......................................... 388
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 578
Cruise control
Cruise control....................................... 165
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 169
Cup holders ............................................. 391
Curtain shield airbags............................ 92
Customizable features ........................ 616
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Noise from under the vehicle ..............18
Odometer ................................................. 145
OilEngine oil .................................................451
Opener
Fuel filler door ........................................ 82
Hood ....................................................... 445
Trunk........................................................... 48
Outer foot lights ................................... 382
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding .......................... 73
Mirror position memory ................... 55
Outside temperature
display .......................................... 154, 396
Overhead console .............................. 389
Overheating, Engine .......................... 578
Parking brake .......................................... 143
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Switch ........................................................155
Wattage .................................................598
Personal lights ....................................... 384
Portable music player ........................ 328
Power outlet ........................................... 399
Power windows.........................................75
Pre-collision system ............................ 206 Radar cruise control ............................. 169
Radiator .................................................... 457
Radio .......................................................... 260
Radio data system ................................ 262
Rear sunshade .......................................403
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Wattage................................................. 598
Rear view monitor system.................. 194
Rear window defogger ......................255
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................482
Fuses........................................................ 484
Light bulbs .............................................. 512
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners .......................................... 624
Safety Connect...................................... 422
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ........................ 63
Automatic locking retractor ............66
Child restraint system
installation.............................................. 113
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts .....................................434
Emergency locking retractor..........66
How to wear your seat belt ............. 63
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................................66
Pre-collision seat belts .......................65
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .........................66
Reminder light .................................... 536
Seat belt extenders .............................. 67
Seat belt pretensioners ......................65N
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