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

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4-2. Driving procedures
In the following situations, the gear will not shift even if the shift lever or
paddle shift switches are operated.
●“1st Gear not available due to slippe ry road surface” is displayed on
the multi information display.
●The vehicle speed is low (upshift only).
■Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situations:
●When the vehicle comes to a stop
●If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
●When the shift lever is shifted to other than D
■To protect automatic transmission
When the temperature of the transmission fluid or engine oil becomes high, protec-
tion control is performed temporarily. Wh en “Transmission Fluid High Temperature”
is displayed on the multi-information display, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
■Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in snow mode.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
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4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures. • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four sno w tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the rear tires.
*
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and brand, and that chains match the
size of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehicles with front and rear tires of differing
sizes and vehicles with LDH and 19-inch tires.
Carry out the necessary preparati ons and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter

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6316-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine and
turning it off, wait more than 5 m inutes for the oil to drain back into
the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the oil
level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick ma y differ depending on the type of vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
Flat dipstickNon-flat dipstick
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7718-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the fol-
lowing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is expl ained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the ch aracteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the visc osity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one
with a higher value) may be better su ited if the vehicle is operated at
high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark is
added to some oil containers to
help you select the oil you should
use.
Outside temperature

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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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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance..........623
General maintenance ...................... 618
Maintenance data ............................. 768
Maintenance requirements............ 615
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 703
Master warning light ........................... 705
Meter ..............................................................81 Head-up display.................................... 92
Indicators................................................... 79
Instrument panel light control ......... 82
Meters.......................................................... 81
Multi-information display ..................84
Warning lights ........................................ 77
Micro dust and pollen filter .............. 363
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ......................142
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................................... 374
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 144
Vanity mirrors ......................................574
Mobile Assistant
*............................... 351
Moon roof................................................. 150 Door lock linked moon roof operation ....................... 151
Jam protection function ..................... 151
Operation ............................................... 150
Warning message .............................720
MP3 disc.................................................. 423 Multi-information display..................... 84
Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 215
Lane-Keeping Assist ....................... 234
Language..................................................88
Switching the display .......................... 85
Trip information ..................................... 85
Warning message............................... 712
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle ........................8
Odometer .................................................... 81
Oil Engine oil ............................................... 770
Front differential oil ............................774
Rear differential oil .............................774
Opener Hood........................................................ 626
Trunk .......................................................... 123
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights ...................................561
Wattage .................................................. 777
Outside rear view mirrors .................. 144 Adjusting and folding ........................ 144
Blind spot monitor ............................288
Linked mirror function when reversing..................................145
Mirror position memory .................. 132
Outside rear view mirror defoggers............................ 374
Outside temperature display ............. 85
Overheating, Engine ............................ 761
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