battery Lexus GS350 2020 Repair Manual

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GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)8-1. Specifications
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of in
stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they re place, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg)
times the vehicle’s desi gnated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded
vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on the
tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its sh are of curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in
accordance with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated
tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped
or reinforced by ply cords an d that is shaped to fit the
rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between components in the
bead
Bias ply tireA pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at altern ate angles substantially less
than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber
which, when inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall
CordThe strands forming th e plies in the tire
Tire related termMeaning

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5558-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Rear sunshade* ( P. 349)
*: If equipped
■Seat belt reminder buzzer ( P. 437)
■Vehicle customization
●When the speed linked door locking function and shift position linked door locking
function are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, all the doors will be locked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the doors locked, the speed linked door locking func-
tion would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door un locked, the speed linked door locking func-
tion will operate.
●When the smart access system with push-button start is off, the selecting door to
unlock cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unloc king the doors and the automatic door lock
function (time elapsed before the automatic d oor lock function is activated if a door is
not opened after being unlock ed) activates, the signals will be generated in accordance
with the operation signal (buzzers) and the operation signal (emergency flashers) set-
tings.
●Some settings can be changed using a switch or the Remote Touch screen. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the changed setting will not be reflected on the Remote Touch
screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also,
to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the features.
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Reverse operationOnOff——O
Time elapsed before the reverse opera-
tion feature activates0.7
seconds
0 second
——O
0.9
seconds
1.2
seconds
123
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Speed-linked seat belt reminder func-
tionOnOff——O
123

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GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)8-2. Customization
WARNING
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, 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 customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

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GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)8-3. Initialization
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
*1: U.S.A. only
*2:GS350
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the battery being reconnected
, or maintenance being performed on
the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required
*1• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 371
Oil maintenance*2• After the maintenance is per-
formedP. 387
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire inflationpressure by changing traveling
speed or load weight, etc.
P. 396

574What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, ne w genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. ( P. 140)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. ( P. 141)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( P. 411)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. (P. 204)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
( P. 158)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from in side the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
( P. 146)
●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk will
operate and you can open th e trunk as usual. Take the key out from the trunk.
( P. 151)
If you have a problem, check the foll owing before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside

575What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 203)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 205)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 156)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 205)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (P. 503)
●Is the battery discharged? ( P. 505)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode ( P. 214)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 205)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 181)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 205)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

579Alphabetical index
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Approach warning............................... 273
Armrest .................................................... 348
Armrest door .......................................... 351
ASC (Active Sound Control) ........... 221
Ashtrays.................................................... 347
Assist grips .............................................. 352
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 224
Automatic light control system....... 222
Automatic transmission .....................208 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .....................................214
M mode ..................................................... 211
Paddle shift switches ......................... 210
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 343
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension system).......................... 298
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ..........................421
Battery.........................................................391
Battery checking.....................................391 If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 505
Preparing and checking before winter ................................................... 305
Warning light .......................................435 Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 286
Blind Spot Monitor function......... 290
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................ 292
Bluetooth
®*
Brake Fluid ..........................................................390
Parking brake ........................................ 217
Warning light ........................... 435, 437
Warning message............................. 442
Brake assist .............................................. 297
Brake Hold................................................ 219
Break-in tips .............................................189
Brightness control Instrument panel light control.......................................... 95, 103
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 286 Blind Spot Monitor function......... 290
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................ 292
Card key ....................................................138
Care................................................ 362, 367 Aluminum wheels .............................. 363
Exterior ................................................... 362
Interior ..................................................... 367
Seat belts................................................368
Cargo capacity ..................................... 200
Cargo hooks ...........................................344
CD player
*
Chains ....................................................... 307
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

580Alphabetical index
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Child restraint system............................ 59Booster seats, definition ....................59
Booster seats, installation.................. 67
Convertible seats, definition ............59
Convertible seats, installation .........65
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 52
Infant seats, definition ..........................59
Infant seats, installation .......................65
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ..................... 64
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........65
Installing CRS with top tether strap .........................68
Child safety ................................................ 58 Airbag precautions .............................. 44
Battery precautions .............392, 508
Child restraint system .........................59
How your child should wear the seat belt ................................. 37, 38
Installing child restraints..................... 63
Moon roof precautions.................... 186
Power window lock switch .............. 181
Power window precautions .......... 183
Rear door child-protectors ........... 146
Removed electronic key battery precautions.................412
Seat belt comfort guide ..................... 37
Seat belt extender precautions ......40
Seat belt precautions .......................... 62
Seat heater precautions.................. 332
Trunk precautions............................... 152 Child-protectors .................................... 146
Cleaning ....................................... 362, 367
Aluminum wheels .............................. 363
Exterior ................................................... 362
Interior ..................................................... 367
Seat belts................................................368
Clock................................................. 93, 347
Coat hooks ............................................. 352
Condenser.............................................. 389
Console box ............................................. 341
Console box light ................................... 341
Consumption screen ............................ 134
Cooling system ..................................... 388 Engine overheating ......................... 509
Consumption screen ............................ 133
Cruise control Cruise control ..................................... 278
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 266
Cup holders.............................................342
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 42
Customizable features .......................542
Daytime running light system...........223
Defogger Front windshield................................. 324
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 324
Rear window........................................ 324
Differential Front differential ................................. 523
Rear differential................................... 524
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582Alphabetical index
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Eco drive mode ...................................... 281
Eco Driving Indicator...............................91
Eco driving meter .................................... 98
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 298Function ................................................. 298
Warning light .......................................436
Warning message ............................. 442
Electronic key ......................................... 138 Battery-saving function .................... 158
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 502
Replacing the battery .......................... 411
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...........435
If a warning light turns on...............435
If a warning message is displayed ........................................ 442
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 502
If the engine will not start............... 498
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ........................................426
If the parking brake cannot be released ....................... 500
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 505
If you have a flat tire ..............473, 484
If you think something is wrong...............................................433
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 513
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................425
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 427
If your vehicle overheats ............... 509 Emergency flashers .............................424
Emergency tire puncture repair
kit ............................................................. 484
Engine Accessory mode ............................... 204
Compartment ...................................... 381
Engine switch ...................................... 203
Hood........................................................ 378
How to start the engine.................. 203
Identification number........................ 518
Ignition switch (engine switch.................................. 203
Overheating........................................ 509
Engine compartment cover............. 383
Engine coolant ...................................... 388 Capacity................................................. 522
Checking .............................................. 388
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................305
Engine coolant temperature gauge .............................................. 92, 100
Engine immobilizer system .................. 77
Engine oil ................................................. 385 Capacity...................................................519
Checking ...............................................385
Oil level warning message ........... 442
Oil pressure warning message........................... 442
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................305
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585Alphabetical index
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InitializationItems to initialize..................................557
Maintenance...........................................371
Moon roof .............................................. 185
Power windows ................................... 182
Tire pressure warning system............................... 396
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)................................. 402
Inside door handle lights ................... 337
Inside rear view mirror ......................... 175
Instrument panel light control............................................. 95, 103
Interior lights........................................... 337
Intuitive parking assist
*
Function*
Warning message ............................. 442
Jack Positioning a floor jack ....................379
Vehicle-equipped jack............................................ 474, 486
Jack handle .................................. 474, 486
Jam protection function Moon roof .............................................. 185
Power trunk opener and closer.............................................. 151
Power windows ..................................... 181 Keyless entry ............................................ 156
Smart access system with push-button start....................156
Wireless remote control.................. 143
Keys .............................................................138 Battery-saving function ................... 158
Electronic key ....................................... 138
Engine switch ...................................... 203
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........502
If you lose your keys.................. 140, 141
Key number plate ............................... 138
Keyless entry ............................... 143, 156
Mechanical key.....................................139
Engine switch ...................................... 203
Replacing the battery ..........................411
Warning buzzer................................... 157
Wireless remote control key ......... 143
Knee airbags ............................................... 41
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.