seats Lexus GS350 2012 User Guide

501-1. For safe use
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
SRS airbag precautions
Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS air-
bag components.
Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.
Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS air-
bags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.
If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbags have deployed, open a
door or window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do
so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.
If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel
pad, door of the glove box and front and rear pillar garnishes are damaged
or cracked, have them replaced by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifica-
tions without consulting any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional. The SRS airbags may malfunc-
tion or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.
Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags
Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel,
instrument panel, dashboard, glove box, seats or seat upholstery, front,
side and rear pillars or roof side rails
Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment
Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars or
kangaroo bar etc.)
Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system
Installation of electronic devices such as an RF-transmitter and CD play-
ers
Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying
(inflating) SRS airbag.
A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as
well as the seats, the glove box, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof
side rails may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
The windshield may crack.
SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)
The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the
set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approximately 20
- 30 km/h [12 - 18 mph] frontal collision with a fixed wall that does not
move or deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher in the follow-
ing situations:
• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole,
which can move or deform on impact
• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in
which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a
truck
Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt pre-
tensioners will activate.
SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS side and curtain shield airbags)
The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an
impact that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding
to the impact force produced by an approximately 1500 kg [3300 lb.] vehi-
cle colliding with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpendicular to the
vehicle orientation at an approximate speed of 20 - 30 km/h [12 - 18 mph]).
The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy in the event of a severe
frontal collision.

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
The surface of the seats with the side
airbag is scratched, cracked, or other-
wise damaged.
The portion of the front pillars, rear pil-
lars or roof side rail garnishes (padding)
containing the curtain shield airbags
inside is scratched, cracked, or other-
wise damaged.

581-1. For safe use
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Safety information for children
It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats to avoid acci-
dental contact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.
Use the rear door child-protector lock or the window lock switch
to avoid children opening the door while driving or operating the
power window accidentally.
Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or
pinch body parts, such as the power window, hood, trunk, seats
etc.
Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehi-
cle.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the
child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat
belt.
CAUTION
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows, the moon roof or other features of the vehicle. In addition,
heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal
to children.

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Key of letters inserted in the above table:
U: Suitable for “universal” category child restraint system
approved for the use in this mass group.
UF: Suitable for forward-facing “universal” category child
restraint system approved for the use in this mass group.
L: Suitable for “LEXUS G 0
+, BABY SAFE PLUS with SEAT
BELT FIXATION, BASE PLATFORM” approved for the use
in this mass group.
X: Not suitable seat position for children in this mass group.
NOTE:
*1: When you use a child restraint system in this position, move the seatback
to the most upright position and the seat cushion to the highest position.
*2: When you use a child restraint system in this position, remove the head
restraint.
The child restraint system mentioned in the table may not be avail-
able outside of the EU area.
Other child restraint system which is different from the system
mentioned in the table can be used, but the suitability of the sys-
tems must be carefully checked with the child restraint system
manufacturer concerned and the seller of those seats.

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For safety and security
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Installing child restraints
Seat belts (An ELR belt requires
a locking clip)
ISOFIX rigid anchors
Lower anchors are provided for the
outboard rear seats. (Buttons dis-
playing the location of the anchors
are attached to the seats.)
Anchor brackets (for top strap)
An anchor bracket is provided for
each rear seat.
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions.
Firmly secure child restraints to the seats using a seat belt or ISO-
FIX rigid anchors. Attach the top strap when installing a child
restraint.

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GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Forward-facing Child seat
Rear outboard seats:
Remove the head restraint.
Place the child restraint sys-
tem on the seat facing the
front of the vehicle.
Run the seat belt through
the child restraint system
and insert the plate into the
buckle. Make sure that the
belt is not twisted.
Install a locking clip near
the tab of the lap and shoul-
der belt by inserting the lap
and shoulder webbing
through the recesses of the
locking clip. Buckle the belt
again. If the belt has any
slack, release the buckle and
reinstall the locking clip.
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741-1. For safe use
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Rear outboard seats:
Remove the head restraint.
Secure the child restraint sys-
tem using the seat belt or ISO-
FIX rigid anchors.
Open the anchor bracket
cover, latch the hook onto the
anchor bracket and tighten the
top strap.
Make sure the top strap is securely
latched.
When installing a child restraint system
You need a locking clip to install the child restraint system. Follow the
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the system. If your child
restraint system does not provide a locking clip, you can purchase the follow-
ing item from any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional:
Locking clip for child restraint system
(Part No. 73119-22010)
Child restraint systems with a top strap
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Operation of
each component
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
3-1. Key information
Keys ...................................118
3-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and trunk
Smart entry & start system 123
Wireless remote control .... 141
Doors ................................ 146
Trunk................................. 150
3-3. Adjusting the seats
Front seats ......................... 157
Driving position memory.. 161
Head restraints .................. 167
3-4. Adjusting the steering
wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .................. 170
Inside rear view mirror ..... 171
Outside rear view mirrors . 174
3-5. Opening, closing the windows
and moon roof
Power windows................. 178
Moon roof ......................... 181

1493-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant throwing out
of the vehicle, resulting in death or serious injury.
Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.
Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.