wipers Lexus GS350 2017 Owner's Guide

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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The wipers can be used as intermittent windshield wipers, which operate regard-
less of vehicle speed or amount of raindrops. The intermittent windshield wip er
operation can be switched when the vehicle is stopped and the wiper is off. The
wiper operation cannot be switched during AUTO mode or while the intermit-
tent windshield wipers are operating.
Press and hold until the AUTO
mode indicator stops flashing.
If is pressed and held until the
AUTO mode indicator stops flashing
again, it will return to its previous state.
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more time
after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, the last sweep will not happen while the vehicle is moving.
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
●Intermittent windshield wipers interval changes when the vehicle is stopped.
●With low speed operation selected, wiper op eration will be switched from low speed to
intermittent operation only when the vehicle is stationary.
Switching between the intermittent wi ndshield wipers and rain-sensing
windshield wipers (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)

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■Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●If AUTO mode is selected while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wip-
ers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is activated.
●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 85°C (185°F) or higher, or -30°C
(-22°F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wip-
ers in any mode other than AUTO mode.
■When the windshield wipers are in temporary operation
AUTO mode cannot be activated even if is pressed.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the windshield
washer fluid reservoir.
●The raindrop sensor judges the amount of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not oper-
ate properly when sunlight from the rising or
setting of the sun intermittently strikes the
windshield, or if bugs etc. are present on the
windshield.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the wind-
shield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers or anything
else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The
fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and
held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■When standing the windshield wipers up
Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. ( P. 386)
Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.

3864-6. Driving tips
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If heavy snow or icy condition is expected, shift the rest position man ually.
Grip the hook section of the wiper arm firmly when shifting the wiper position.
■To rest position
Raise the wiper in line with the wind-
shield. You can stand the wipers up for the rest position.
★ : More than 10 cm (3.9 in.)
■To retract position
Lower the wipers by pressing on the
upper part of the hook section.
■Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions wh en installing and removing chains:
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the rear tires. Do not install tire chains on the front tires.
●Install tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible. Re tighten chains after driving 0.5
 1.0 km (1/4  1/2 mile).
●Install tire chains following the instru ctions provided with the tire chains.
Shifting the windshield wiper position

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WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive at speeds in excess of the speed limit or the speed limit specified for the
snow tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with tire chains (GS350/GS200t with front and rear tires of the same size)
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit spec ified for the tire chains being used, or 50
km/h (30 mph), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steerin g, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is main-
tained.
●Do not use LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) system. (if equipped)
●Do not use LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) system. (if equipped)
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow ti res from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the
tire pressure warning va lves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains (GS350/GS200t with front and rear tires of the same size)
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire
chains are fitted.
■When standing the windshield wipers up
Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. ( P. 386)
Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.

4426-1. Maintenance and care
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WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the
electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the windshield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the raindrop
sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes and diffusers until they
have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers can
cause burns.
■Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction. If
this occurs, consult any authorized Lexus re tailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Turn off AUTO mode of the wiper to prevent the wiper from operating. ( P. 276)
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may
operate unexpectedly in the following situa-
tions, and may result in hands being caught or
other serious injuries and cause damage to the
wiper blades.

670Alphabetical index
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Seat belt reminder light ......................520
Seat belts ..................................................... 46
Adjusting the seat belt .........................47
Child restraint system installation...............................................77
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ....................................... 445
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR).................................. 48
How to wear your seat belt ............. 46
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 48
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ......................................... 49
Reminder light and buzzer ...........520
Seat belt pretensioners .......................47
SRS warning light................................ 518
Seat heaters ............................................. 412
Seat position memory .......................... 199
Seat ventilators ....................................... 412
Seats ............................................................ 196 Adjustment ............................................. 196
Adjustment precautions ................... 197
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................. 76
Cleaning................................................. 444
Driving position memory ................ 199
Head restraints.................................... 204
Power easy access system ............ 199
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 44
Seat heaters ............................................ 412
Seat position memory ...................... 199
Seat ventilators ...................................... 412 Sensor
Automatic headlight system ........ 264
Automatic High Beam system.................................................. 270
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 210
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor...... 95
Lexus parking assist-sensor *
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control)..................... 317
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ........ 307
Radar sensor ...........................288, 367
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers .................................................. 280
Service reminder indicators ............. 100
S-FLOW mode ..................................... 397
Shift lever ................................................. 246
Automatic transmission.................. 246
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 253
Shift lever light .........................................416
Shift lock system ................................... 252
Side airbags .................................................51
Side display ............................................. 394
Side mirrors ............................................... 211
Adjusting and folding .......................... 211
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............ 363
Linked mirror function when reversing .............................................. 212
Mirror position memory .................. 199
Side turn signal lights .......................... 255
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 504
Turn signal lever................................. 255
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LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
switch....................................................... 311
Meter control switches .......... 122, 130
Moon roof switches ........................... 217
Outside rear view mirror switches...................................................211
Paddle shift switches ........................ 248
Parking brake switches................... 256
Power door lock switch ...................162
Power window switches .................. 214
Rear sunshade switch........................431
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch.................................................... 402
Seat heater switches .......................... 412
Seat ventilator switches .................... 412
Snow mode switch ........................... 247
Talk switch *
Telephone switches *
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch................................... 207
Tire pressure warning reset
switch.................................................... 474
Trunk closer switch .............................167
Trunk opener switch ......................... 166
Trunk opener main switch ............. 168
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) switch ......................... 373
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ....................................... 337, 349
VSC OFF switch ............................... 377
Window lock switch........................... 214
Windshield wipers and washer switch ......................... 276 Tachometer .....................................108, 113
Variable red zone ................................ 118
Tail lights................................................... 262
Light switch............................................262
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 504
Welcome light illumination control ...................................................160
Talk switch *
Telephone switches *
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...........................................................92
Double locking system ........................ 91
Engine immobilizer system ............. 86
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor...... 95
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 485
Maintenance data ............................. 629
Tire inflation pressure display function ................................................473
Warning light......................................... 521
Warning message ............................ 524
Tire pressure warning system ......... 473
Function...................................................473
Initializing ................................................473
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ................473
Registering ID codes........................474
Warning light......................................... 521
Warning message ............................ 524T

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Warning messages .............................. 524
Warning reflector storage belt ....... 427
Washer...................................................... 276
Checking ............................................... 470
Low washer fluid warning message.............................................. 524
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................383
Switch ...................................................... 276
Washing and waxing ...........................440
Weight........................................................ 612
Welcome light illumination
control ..................................................... 160
Wheels ...................................................... 487
Replacing ............................................... 487
Size............................................................ 629
Window glasses ..................................... 214
Window lock switch ............................. 214
Windows ................................................... 214 Power windows.................................... 214
Rear window defogger................... 402
Washer ................................................... 276
Windshield wiper de-icer.................. 402
Windshield wipers................................ 276 Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster..................... 276
Position .................................................. 386
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers....................................................277
Winter driving tips ............................... 383 Wireless remote control key .............154
Battery-saving function .................... 175
Locking/Unlocking ............................ 154
Replacing the battery ........................ 491
WMA disc *
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.