battery Lexus GS350 2013 Repair Manual

7447-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350_U (OM30C34U)Start the engine of the second ve
hicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the engine switch
off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the engine of
your vehicle by turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the
exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
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7457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is
not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical
appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the
engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the battery
●Make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the bat-
tery to prevent the doors from being locked with the key left inside the vehicle
when the alarm operates.
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged but
will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is recon-
nected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery was dis-
charged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.

7467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is
not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to
come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as
brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with
each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the bat-
tery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related
parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when
handling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entangled in
the cooling fans or engine drive belt.

GS350_U (OM30C34U)
7578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 ° F
(20 °C):
Specific gravity reading
at 68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11.8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine and
all lights are turned off.)
1.250
 1.290 Fully charged
1.160
 1.200 Half charged
1.060
 1.100 Discharged
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*2WD8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp.qt.)
AW D10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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8-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

GS350_U (OM30C34U)
7878-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle customization
●When the “Auto Lock by Speed” and “Auto Lock by Shift from P” are both on, the
door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, all the doors will belocked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the doors locked, the “Auto Lock by Speed” would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the “Auto Lock by Speed” will operate.
●When the smart access system with push-button start is off, the “Select Doors to
Unlock” cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the “Auto Relock
Timer” activates, the signals will be generated in accordance with the “Lock/
Unlock Feedback-Tone” and the “Lock/Unlock Feedback-Lights” settings.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P.
Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the
features.
CAUTION
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage,
exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the
vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing
features.

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8-3. Items to initialize
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation
after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or maintenance
being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Maintenance data• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 6 0 2
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire infla-tion pressure by changing trav-
eling speed or load weight, etc.
P. 6 3 2

804What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys
can be made by your Lexus dealer. (→P. 99)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft
increases significantly. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
(→ P. 1 0 0 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 646)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( →P. 172)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the elec-
tronic key on your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of
the radio wave. ( →P. 1 0 8 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked

806What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the
brake pedal? (→P. 171)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 1 74 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle?
(→ P. 1 0 4 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 175)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way.
(→ P. 74 1 )
●Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 743)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode
(→ P. 7 3 7 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle.
(→P. 1 74 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turn ed after the engine is stopped

811Alphabetical index
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Armrest door ......................................... 575
Ashtrays.................................................... 563
Assist grip .................................................577
Audio input.............................................. 476
Audio system.......................................... 367Audio input............................................ 476
AUX port/USB port.................... 476, 456, 466
Bluetooth
® audio...............................444
CD/DVD player ..................................412
CD/DVD player information ...... 432
DVD video ............................................420
iPod ...........................................................464
MP3/WMA disc ................................ 414
Optimal use .......................................... 474
Portable music player ...................... 476
Radio ....................................................... 390
Rear seat audio controls ................ 477
Steering wheel audio switch ........482
USB memory .......................................454
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................193
Automatic light control system ..................................................... 190
Automatic transmission .......................178 If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P ............ 737
M mode .....................................................181
Paddle shift switches .........................180
AUX port................................................. 476
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 557
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system).......................... 269 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670
Wattage ................................................... 761
Battery .......................................................624 Battery checking ................................ 624
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................... 743
Preparing and checking before winter....................................................298
Warning light ....................................... 687
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ....................................... 444
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) .......................485
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 623
Parking brake ....................................... 186
Warning light ..........................686, 689
Warning message............................. 697
Brake assist ............................................. 268
Break-in tips ............................................. 156
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........80
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................287
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