Lexus GS350 2014 Owner's Manual

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advices which are necessary for driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt,
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically
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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
component
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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ......................156
Cargo and luggage..................... 167
Vehicle load limits ........................ 170
Trailer towing .................................. 171
Dinghy towing ............................... 172
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ............. 173
Automatic transmission ........... 180
Turn signal lever ........................... 186
Parking brake ............................... 188
Horn ................................................... 191
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ..........................192
Fog light switch ............................. 197
Windshield wipers and washer ................................. 198
Headlight cleaner switch ........ 205
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 206 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ................................ 211
Dynamic radar cruise control..............................215
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......... 230
Intuitive parking assist .............. 240
Rear view monitor system ...... 253
Driving mode select switch ... 264
Driving assist systems .............. 269
Hill-start assist control .............. 277
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ..........279
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .............288
•The Blind Spot Monitor function .................................... 292
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ........................ 295
Lexus night view ......................... 298
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 304
4Driving
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5-1. Remote Touch screenRemote Touch ...............................312
Remote Touch screen ................314
Set up screen ............................... 323
Voice command system ..........340
Mobile Assistant...........................351
5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system......... 353
Rear air conditioning system .......................................... 369
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ........... 374
Windshield wiper de-icer........375 5-3. Using the audio system
Audio system type ...................... 376
Using the radio ........................... 399
Using the CD/DVD player...... 421
Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA discs ......... 423
Playing DVD video ................... 429
CD/DVD player and DVD video disc information ............ 441
Listening to Bluetooth
® audio ....................452
Listening to a USB memory ........................ 463
Listening to an iPod.................... 473
Optimal use of the audio/video system ........ 483
Using the AUX port ................. 485
Using the rear seat audio controls........................... 487
Using the steering wheel audio switches.......................... 492
5-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................ 495
Using a Bluetooth
® phone.... 503
Setting the hands-free system (for cellular phone) .................524
Setting the Bluetooth
®............ 548
5-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ...........................561• Interior light............................ 562
• Personal lights ....................... 562
5Interior features
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5-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features ............ 564• Glove box ............................... 566
• Console box ...........................567
• Cup holders ...........................568
• Auxiliary boxes ..................... 570
Trunk features ................................ 571
5-7. Other interior features Sun visors and vanity mirrors .................... 574
Clock ...............................................575
Ashtrays .......................................... 576
Power outlets ................................577
Heated steering wheel .............579
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators .......................... 581
Armrest..........................................585
Rear sunshade/ rear door sunshades..............586
Trunk storage extension ..........589
Coat hooks ................................... 590
Assist grips .................................... 591
Utility hook ................................... 592
Garage door opener ............... 593
Safety Connect...........................600 6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................608
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................... 612
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 615
General maintenance................618
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .....................................622
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions................................ 623
Hood ................................................626
Positioning a floor jack.............. 627
Engine compartment ............... 629
Tires.................................................. 642
Tire inflation pressure ............... 652
Wheels ........................................... 655
Air conditioning filter ................657
Electronic key battery.............. 659
Checking and replacing fuses................................................ 661
Headlight aim ............................... 674
Light bulbs ..................................... 6766Maintenance and care
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7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .................. 692
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.... 693 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................ 694
If you think something is wrong ................ 700
Fuel pump shut off system ........701
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds..... 702
If a warning message is displayed .................................. 712
If you have a flat tire ...................736
If the engine will not start ......... 749
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ....................... 751
If the parking brake cannot be released .................................752
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......................754
If the vehicle battery is discharged.............................. 757
If your vehicle overheats ............761
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................................. 764
7When trouble arises
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8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ...................768
Fuel information...........................778
Tire information.............................781
8-2. Customization Customizable features .............793
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize .........................804
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.....................................806
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .............................................. 807
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..............................................809
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ......... 818 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ............................... 822
Alphabetical index ................................ 828
8Vehicle specifications
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Index
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual” for information regarding the navigation system.
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For your information
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming
from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation
leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
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The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect elec-
tronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Dynamic radar cruise control system
●Cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●Vehicle dynamics integrated management
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Your Lexus is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record certain
data, such as: • Engine speed
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
•Shift position
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options with which
it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record conversations, sounds or
pictures.
● Data usage
Lexus may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunctions,
conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
owner
● Usage of data collected through Safety Connect / Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland
only)
If your Lexus has Safety Connect or Lexus Enform and if you have subscribed to
those services, please refer to the Safety Connect / Lexus Enform Telematics Sub-
scription Service Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
Vehicle data recordings
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