park Lexus GS350 2015 User Guide

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792. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(→ P. 1 9 0 )*1
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(→ P. 1 9 6 )*2
(if equipped)
“AFS OFF” indicator
(→ P. 1 9 8 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(→ P. 1 9 6 ) *2, 3Slip indicator
(→ P. 250, 256)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 1 9 7 )
*2VSC OFF indicator
(→ P. 2 5 1 )
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(→ P. 2 0 1 )*2, 4
(if equipped)
“PCS” warning light
(→ P. 260)
Cruise control indicator
( → P. 214, 218)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(→ P. 1 9 2 )
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator ( →P. 2 1 8 )
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(→ P. 192)
Cruise control “SET”
indicator ( →P. 214, 218)
*5
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators ( →P. 2 6 7 )
(if equipped)
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist) indicator
(→ P. 2 3 3 )*2“A I R B A G
ON/OFF”
indicator ( →P. 4 7 )
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2. Instrument cluster
Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-
related data including the current outside air temperature.
●Eco Driving Indicator (→P. 9 0 )
●Outside temperature display
(→ P. 8 5 )
●Trip information ( →P. 8 5 )
Displays driving range, fuel consump-
tion and other cruising related infor-
mation
●
Tire inflation pressure (if equipped) ( →P. 8 7 )
●Drive monitor ( →P. 8 7 )
●Intuitive parking assist display* (if equipped)
Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
●
Dynamic radar cruise control display* (if equipped) (→ P. 2 1 8 )
●LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) display* (if equipped) (→P. 233)
●Warning messages ( →P. 4 7 8 )
Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle’s sys-
tems. Display can be switched by pressing the “DISP” button. (→ P. 8 5 )
*: Automatically displayed when the system is used. Display can be switched by
pressing the “DISP” button. ( →P. 8 5 )
Display contents
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Instrument cluster
■Tire inflation pressure (if equipped)
●It may take a few minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after the engine
switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode. It may also take a few minutes to display
the tire inflation pressure after inflation pressure has been adjusted.
●“---” may be displayed if the tire information cannot be determined due to unfavor-
able radio wave conditions.
●Tire inflation pressure changes with temperature. The displayed values may also be
different from the values measured using a tire pressure gauge.
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is character-
istic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
Setting of available languages can be changed. (Customizable features: →P. 559)
CAUTION
■The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal informa-
tion display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may
respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number
appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift again, caus-
ing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death
or injury.
■Cautions during setting up the display
As the engine needs to be running during setting up the display, 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 setting up the display
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while setting up the
display features.
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1053-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
■When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch off, lock the glove box and armrest door as cir-
cumstances demand. (→P. 1 2 8 , 3 3 2 , 3 5 5 )
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
■If you lose your mechanical keys
New genuine mechanical keys can be made by your Lexus dealer using the other
mechanical key and the key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the
plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an
electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed
accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves that
could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
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GS350_OM_OM30F69U_(U)3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
Smart access system with push-button start
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should
always carry the electronic key.)
■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have
been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■Welcome light illumination control
The side marker, parking, tail and license plate lights automatically turn on at night
when the doors are unlocked using the entry function or wireless remote control if
the light switch is in the “AUTO” position.
Function summary
Locks and unlocks the doors ( →P. 1 0 8 )
Opens the trunk ( →P. 1 0 8 )
Starts the engine ( →P. 177)1
2
3
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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■Internal trunk release lever
■Using the mechanical key
The trunk can be also opened using the mechanical key. (→P. 5 2 1 )
■When leaving a key to the vehi cle with a parking attendant
→ P. 1 0 5
■Customization
The trunk unlocking operation can be changed. (Customizable features: →P. 559)
The trunk lid can be opened by pulling the
glow-in-the-dark lever located on the inside
of the trunk lid to the side.
The lever will continue to glow for some time
after the trunk lid is closed.
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Before driving
●Make sure that the trunk lid is fully closed. If the trunk lid is not fully closed, it may
open unexpectedly while driving and hit near-by objects or luggage in the trunk
may be thrown out, causing an accident.
●Do not allow children to play in the trunk.
If a child is accidentally locked in the trunk, they could suffer from heat exhaus-
tion, suffocation or other injuries.
●Do not allow a child to open or close the trunk lid.
Doing so may cause the trunk lid to open unexpectedly, or cause the child’s
hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing trunk lid.
■Important points while driving
Never let anyone sit in the trunk. In the event of sudden braking or a collision, they
are susceptible to death or serious injury.
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Driving4
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ...................... 160
Cargo and luggage ...................... 171
Vehicle load limits ........................ 174
Trailer towing ................................. 175
Dinghy towing................................ 176
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch .............177
Automatic transmission ............ 184
Turn signal lever ...........................190
Parking brake ................................ 192
Horn.................................................. 195
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 196
Fog light switch............................. 201
Windshield wipers and washer.................................202
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 209 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ...............................214
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 218
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......... 233
Driving mode select switch ... 243
Driving assist systems............... 248
Hill-start assist control ............. 256
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..........258
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)...............267
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ...................................... 271
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.......................... 274
Lexus night view ..........................277
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 283
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4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle
→P. 1 7 7
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( →P. 1 8 4 )
If the parking brake is in manual mode, release the parking brake.
(→ P. 1 9 2 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to
P or N. ( →P. 1 8 4 )
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Shift the shift lever to P. ( →P. 1 8 4 )
If the parking brake is in manual mode, set the parking brake.
(→ P. 1 9 2 )
Press the engine switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving:
Starting the engine
Driving
Stopping
Pa r k i n g t h e ve h i c l e
1
2
3
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
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Driving
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
■When starting off on a uphill
The hill-start assist control is available. (→P. 2 5 6 )
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows
may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be especially
slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there
may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the
steering and brakes from operating properly.
■Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine spee d may become high while driving. This is
due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to meet driv-
ing conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.
●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
●When the accelerator pedal is released
●When the brake pedal is depressed while sport mode is selected ( →P. 2 4 3 )
Starting off on a steep uphill
1
2
3
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4-1. Before driving
■Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
●For the first 186 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system
needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bedding
down operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the
correct fuel. (→P. 5 3 6 )
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