immobilizer Lexus GS350 2014 Do-it-yourself maintenance / LEXUS 2014 GS350 OWNERS MANUAL (OM30D41U)

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For your information ................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index ............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system...................47
Safety information for children ................................... 54
Child restraint systems ............... 55
Installing child restraints............. 59
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 69
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ............................................. 70
Alarm ..................................................72 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ............................... 76
Gauges and meters .......................81
Multi-information display .......... 84
Head-up display ............................ 92
3-1. Key information Keys .................................................. 100
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start ............ 103
Wireless remote control ............ 116
Doors ................................................. 119
Trunk..................................................123
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats...................................... 130
Driving position memory..........132
Head restraints ............................ 138
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................... 141
Inside rear view mirror .............. 142
Outside rear view mirrors........144
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................. 147
Moon roof ...................................... 150
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
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For safety and security1
1-1. For safe use Before driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system...................47
Safety information for children.................................... 54
Child restraint systems ............... 55
Installing child restraints ............. 59
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 69
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ............................................. 70
Alarm ..................................................72

701-2. Theft deterrent system
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Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a
built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in tr ansponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the
vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help pr event vehicle theft but does not guar-
antee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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For safety and security
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesire d operation.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Cana da licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Oper-
ation is subject to the following two conditio ns: (1) this device may not cause interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications no t expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the follow-
ing situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart access system with push-button start, wireless remote
control and engine immobilizer system from operating properly. (Ways of coping:
 P. 7 5 4 )
●When the electronic ke y battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, air-
port or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless
communication device
●When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key togeth er with the following devices that emit
radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or person al digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
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4-2. Driving procedures
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION
ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P,
the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely
prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the engine is
not running.
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 1 1 4
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 1 1 0
■Notes for the entry function
P. 1 1 1
■If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 7 0 )
Contact your Lexus dealer.
●Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift
lever is displaced out of P. “Shift to P position to Start” will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and op ening and closing the doors, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the engine switch
again automatically cancels the steering lock.

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again foll owing correct starting procedures.
( P. 173)
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 7 0 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 7 5 7 )
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 750)
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed ( P. 173), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
The starter motor does not turn over

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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds..................................................702
If a warning light turns on...............702
If a warning message is displayed .......................................... 712
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........754
If the engine will not start................ 749
If the parking brake cannot be released ........................ 752
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 751
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................................... 757
If you have a flat tire ..........................736
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 700
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................................... 764
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 693
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 694
If your vehicle overheats ..................761
Emergency flashers ............................. 692
Engine Accessory mode..................................174
Compartment......................................629
Engine switch .........................................173
Hood ........................................................626
How to start the engine ....................173
Identification number .......................769
If the engine will not start................ 749
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..................................173
Overheating ...........................................761 Engine compartment cover............. 630
Engine coolant ...................................... 634
Capacity..................................................772
Checking ............................................... 634
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................304
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................................... 81
Engine immobilizer system ..................70
Engine oil ................................................... 631 Capacity................................................. 770
Checking .................................................631
Oil level warning message ............. 721
Oil pressure warning message............................. 713
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................304
Engine oil maintenance data ............. 616
Engine switch ........................................... 173
Enhanced VSC ......................................269
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..............270 Function .................................................. 270
Warning light ....................................... 703
Warning message............................... 717
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10

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Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................... 495
HD Radio
® system .............................. 404
Head restraints ....................................... 138
Headlights .................................................192 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .................................... 194
Discharge headlights precautions ....................................... 689
Headlight leveling warning message .............................716
Light switch ............................................ 192
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 687
Wattage .................................................. 777
Headlights aim ............................. 674, 818
Headlights cleaner............................... 205
Head-up display....................................... 92
Heaters Air conditioning system ................. 353
Heated steering wheel ....................579
Seat heaters ........................................... 581
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 374
Hill-start assist control .........................277
Horn .............................................................. 191
Hood .......................................................... 626 Open ........................................................626
Warning message ...............................719
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................................... 571
Coat hooks .......................................... 590
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 26
Luggage hook ...................................... 571
Utility hook ............................................592 I/M test ......................................................622
Identification
Engine ..................................................... 769
Vehicle .................................................... 769
Ignition switch (engine switch) ......... 173
Illuminated entry system ................... 563
Immobilizer system .................................70
Indicators ..................................................... 79
Initialization Maintenance ....................................... 616
Moon roof ............................................... 152
Power windows....................................148
Tire pressure warning system ............................... 644
Initiators (tire pressure warning system) ................................ 650
Inside door handle lights ..................... 561
Inside rear view mirror......................... 142
Instrument panel light control ............ 82
Interior lights ............................................ 561
Intuitive parking assist ........................ 240 Function .................................................. 240
Warning message................... 715, 722
Jack Positioning a floor jack.................... 627
Vehicle-equipped jack ....................737
Jack handle ..................................................737
Jam protection function Moon roof ................................................ 151
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................ 125
Power windows....................................148
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Tachometer ........................................ 81, 94
Tail lights.....................................................192Light switch ............................................ 192
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 687
Welcome light illumination control ................................................... 103
Talk switch
*............................................ 340
Telephone switches
*.......................... 496
Theft deterrent system Alarm........................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system.............. 70
Tire inflation pressure ..........................775 Maintenance data .............................. 775
Tire inflation pressure display function ................................................... 87
Warning light ...................................... 706
Warning message ............................. 727
Tire information .......................................781 Glossary ................................................ 788
Size ............................................................784
Tire identification number..............783
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................. 786
Tire pressure warning system ......... 644 Function ..................................................644
Initializing................................................644
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ................644
Registering ID codes ...................... 646
Tire pressure warning reset switch................................................... 645
Warning light ...................................... 706
Warning message .................. 727, 727 Tires ............................................................642
Chains .....................................................306
Checking ............................................... 642
If you have a flat tire .......................... 736
Inflation pressure................................ 775
Information..............................................781
Replacing ............................................... 736
Rotating tires ........................................ 643
Size ........................................................... 775
Snow tires ............................................. 308
Spare tire................................................ 736
Tire inflation pressure display function................................................... 87
Tire pressure warning system ..... 644
Warning light ....................................... 706
Warning message..............................727
Tools ........................................................... 737
Top tether strap ........................................66
Total load capacity................................. 170
Towing Dinghy towing ....................................... 172
Emergency towing ........................... 694
Towing eyelet ......................................695
Trailer towing........................................... 171
TRAC (Traction Control)..................269
Transmission ........................................... 180 Automatic transmission ................... 180
Driving mode select switch .......... 264
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................................... 751
M mode ................................................... 183
Paddle shift switches..........................182
Trip information ....................................... 85
Trip meters................................................... 81
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.