2006 Lexus GS430 display

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
89
Low Engine Oil Level Warning
G13022
When the engine oil level is too low, the master warning
light comes on, a warning tone sounds, and the above
message appears.
Add oil as soon as possible. (For instructions, see “Checking
the engine oil level” on page 530.)
While driving on steep inclines or rough roads which causes
the vehicle to substantially sway or on curves, this message
may appear due to the movement of engine oil in the engine.
In normal conditions, due to engine oil consumption, this
message may a ppear earlier than the specified service interval
of the scheduled maintenance. This is because the engine oil
is consumed to the low level within the scheduled maintenance
interval and does not indicate a problem. (For detailed
information, see “Facts about engine oil consumption” on page
528.)
NOTICE
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will
damage the engine.
 Engine Oil Maintenance Reset Warning (U.S.A.
only)
G13033
This message indicates that the engine oil maintenance
data has been reset. After replacing the engine oil, be sure
to reset the maintenance data.
To reset the data, perform the following operations:
1. Push the “ODO TRIP” switch in the switch box to
change the display to blank.
2. Turn the engine switch off.
3. Turn the engine switch on with the trip meter “RESET”
switch held down.
4. Keep pushing the “RESET” switch for longer than 7
seconds after the engine switch is turned on.
After the above operation, the master warning light comes
on, a warning tone sounds and the above message
appears to inform you that the engine oil maintenance
data has been reset.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
90
Engine Oil Replacement Reminder (U.S.A. only)
G13035
If the driving range exceeds 4,500 miles after the engine
oil maintenance data is reset, the master warning light
comes on, a warning tone sounds and the above message
appears for about 15 seconds when you select the engine
switch in “IGON” mode.
This message indicates that the engine oil should be replaced
soon. If the message appears, it is recommended to inspect
the engine oil with the engine switch off. For details about
inspection, see “Checking the engine oil level” on page 530.
If the engine oil level is low, engine oil should be replaced.
Have it replaced at your Lexus dealer.
After the engine oil replacement, reset the engine oil
maintenance data and make sure the “OIL MAINT RESET”
appears on the display.
NOTICE
The warning message on the display is based on the
driving range after the engine oil maintenance data
reset. This is not based on the monitoring of dirty
condition of the engine oil.
 Engine Oil Replacement Warning (U.S.A. only)
G13034
If the driving range exceeds 5,000 miles after the engine
oil maintenance data is reset, the master warning light
comes on, a warning tone sounds and the above message
appears.
This message indicates that the engine oil should be replaced
as soon as possible. If the message appears, it is
recommended to inspect the engine oil with the engine switch
off. For details about inspection, see “Checking the engine oil
level” on page 530.
If the engine oil level is low, engine oil should be replaced.
Have it replaced at your Lexus dealer.
After the engine oil replacement, reset the engine oil
maintenance data and make sure the “OIL MAINT RESET”
appears on the display.
NOTICE
The warning message on the display is based on the
driving range after the engine oil maintenance data
reset. This is not based on the monitoring of dirty
condition of the engine oil.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
91
Electronic Brake System Failure Warning
G13100

G13028
GS430 GS300
If the above message appears and the brake system
warning light (yellow) comes on, the following systems do
not operate. (GS430 only—In some cases, the
multiinformation display shows either “CHECK VSC” or
“CHECK ECB*” only.)
 Traction control system
 Vehicle stability control system
 Hill− start assist control system
If the above message appears and the brake system
warning light (yellow) and “ABS” warning light come on,
the following systems do not operate. (GS430 only—In
some cases, the multiinformation display shows either
“CHECK VSC” or “CHECK ECB*” only.)
 Anti− lock brake system
 Brake assist system
Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
*: Electronically Controlled Brake System
 Variable Gear Ratio Steering System Warning
(GS430 only)
G13027
If there is a problem in the variable gear ratio steering
system, the master warning light comes on and the above
message appears.
If this message appears, the system does not work. Although
it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked
by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
 FourWheel Drive System Warning (Fourwheel
drive models only)
G13021
If there is a problem in the fourwheel drive system, the
master warning light comes on, a warning tone sounds
and the above message appears.
If the above warning message appears, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
95
Radar Cruise Control Warning
G13073
If the system cannot easily measure the
vehicletovehicle distance because of a dirty millimeter
wave radar sensor or grille cover while the dynamic radar
cruise control is on, the master warning light comes on
and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. At this time a
warning tone sounds and the above message appears.
If this message appears, clean the sensor and grille cover with
a soft cloth and try setting the preset speed again. If the dirt
is removed without cleaning, the system will automatically
enter the “RADAR READY” mode. If the system does not enter
the “RADAR READY” mode even after cleaning or the
message remains on the display, the system might be
malfunctioning. Although it is no problem to continue driving,
contact your Lexus dealer.
G13074
If the system cannot easily measure the
vehicletovehicle distance because of the following
conditions while the dynamic radar cruise control is on,
the master warning light comes on, the “CRUISE”
indicator light flashes. At this time a warning tone sounds
and the above message appears.
 The driving pattern selector switch is set to the snow
position mode.
 It is determined that it is difficult to make a measurement
because of bad weather (such as extremely hot weather)
 The wipers are operated at high speed with the wiper lever
in the “AUTO” position
In the following cases, the dynamic radar cruise control
switches to the “RADAR READY” mode:
 The driving pattern selector switch is changed to the normal
or power position.
 The wipers are stopped or are switched to low speed or
intermittent operation. (Including intermittent and stopped
wipers in the “AUTO” position)

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
96In the above conditions, press the control lever upward in the
“+ RES” direction and release it. The dynamic radar cruise
control will be restored, however, even after the weather
clears, if the setting operation cannot be performed or if the
warning message still appears, the system might have
malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving,
contact your Lexus dealer.
G13075
If the system malfunction is detected when dynamic radar
cruise control is in the “RADAR READY” mode or
operating, the master warning light comes on and the
“CRUISE” indicator light flashes. At this time a warning
tone sounds and the above message appears.
If this message appears, stop your vehicle in
a safe place, turn
the engine switch off, and then restart it to reset the system.
If the setting still cannot be made or the same message
appears again, the system might have malfunctioned.
Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your
Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
While you are cruising with the dynamic radar cruise
control on, if the master warning light comes on, the
“CRUISE” indicator light flashes, “CHECK CRUISE
SYSTEM” appears on the multiinformation display and
the warning tone sounds, turn the engine switch off and
then on again. If the function is cancelled again after
setting or if settings cannot be made, the dynamic radar
cruise control system may be malfunctioning.
Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your
vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.

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98
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTCONTROL
The brightness of the instrument panel lights is
automatically adjusted at the maximum when the engine
switch is turned on.
Using the light control switch, you can also adjust the
brightness as you like. Perform the following operation.
Instrument panel light control switches are located in the
switch box.
G13005
Light control switch
Push the button to use the switch box. And push the light
control switch upward to increase brightness and
downward to decrease it. However, if the brightness is automatically adjusted at the
maximum, pushing the switch cannot change the brightness.
And this switch cannot adjust the brightness of the outside
temperature
display and clock on the instrument panel as well
as the touch screen.
Pushing the “MAX” switch will turn the brightness of all
indicators on the instrument panel at the maximum. The
intensity of the instrument panel lights will not be reduced when
the headlight switch is on with the brightness adjusted at the
maximum using the “MAX” switch.
When the light control switch is turned to minimum, the foot
lights and inside door handle lights will turn off.
After operation, be sure to close the switch box to its original
position.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the switch box closed when not in
use while driving.

SECTION 1 – 4
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Interior equipment
Sun visors100
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Interior lights 100
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Personal lights 101
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Illuminated entry system 102
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Luggage compartment lights 106
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Clock 106
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Outside temperature display 109
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 11 0
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Power outlet 111
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Rear console box 11 2
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Glove box 11 3
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Garage door opener 11 4
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Cupholders 11 8
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Coin boxes 11 9
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Overhead console box 120
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Door pockets 121
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Trunk storage extension 122
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Floor mat 122
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Rear electric sunshade 123
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Tie −down hooks 125
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First−aid kit holder 125
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
107
G14054
1. Push the “INFO” button to display the setting screen.
G14055a
2. Touch the “Adjust Clock” switch to display the adjust
clock screen.
When the headlight switch is turned to the first or second click
stop, the brightness of the display will be reduced.
You can brighten the display. To adjust the brightness, see
“Instrument panel light control” on page 98.