2006 Lexus GS430 hood release

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1
Power window switches 38, 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Driving position memory switches 202
. . . . . . . . . . .
3 Window lock switch 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Door lock switch 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Side vents 274
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Engine switch 348
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Automatic air conditioning controls 258
. . . . . . . . . .
8 Audio system 280
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Clock 106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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10 Center vents 273
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Outside temperature display 109
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Touch screen 219
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Navigation system display (See the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”)
13 Security indicator light 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 78 . . . . .
16 Emergency flasher switch 62
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17 Glove box
113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Trunk lid opener main switch 130
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Tire pressure warning select switch 448
. . . . . . . . . .
20 Cigarette lighter 110
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Cupholders 118
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Seat heater switches or Seat ventilator/heater
switches 63, 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Traction control system off switch
(Twowheel drive models only) 425 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Driving pattern selector switch 359
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25 Damping mode select switch
(GS430 only) 424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26 Coin box 119
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27 Ashtray 110
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
28 Automatic transmission selector lever 359 . . . . . . .
29 Tire pressure warning reset switch 446
. . . . . . . . . . .
30 Hood lock release lever 128
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31 Parking brake pedal 358
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32 Switch box xi
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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
.
PICTORIAL INDEX
ivPage
1
Power window switches 38, 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Driving position memory switches 202
. . . . . . . . . . .
3 Window lock switch 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Door lock switch 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Side vents 274
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Engine switch 348
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Automatic air conditioning controls 258
. . . . . . . . . .
8 Audio system 280
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Clock 106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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10 Center vents 273
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Outside temperature display 109
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Touch screen 219
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Security indicator light 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 78 . . . . .
16 Emergency flasher switch 62
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17 Glove box
113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Trunk lid opener main switch 130
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Tire pressure warning select switch 448
. . . . . . . . . .
20 Cigarette lighter 110
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Cupholders 118
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Seat heater switches or Seat ventilator/heater
switches 63, 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Traction control system off switch
(Twowheel drive models only) 425 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Driving pattern selector switch 359
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25 Damping mode select switch
(GS430 only) 424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26 Coin box 119
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27 Ashtray 110
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
28 Automatic transmission selector lever 359 . . . . . . .
29 Tire pressure warning reset switch 446
. . . . . . . . . . .
30 Hood lock release lever 128
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31 Parking brake pedal 358
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32 Switch box xi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
87
Trunk Open Warning
G13007
When any door, hood or trunk is open with the engine
switch in “IGON” mode, a message appears to let you
know which door, the hood or trunk is open. If you
continue driving in this condition, the master warning
light flashes and a warning tone sounds when the vehicle
speed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph).
If any of the above warning messages appears, stop your
vehicle and close the door, hood or trunk securely.
 Moon Roof Warning
G13013
If the driver’s door is opened with the engine switch
turned off and the moon roof opened, the master warning
light flashes, a warning tone sounds and the above
message appears.
When you leave your vehicle, be sure to close the moon roof.
Parking Brake Release Warning
G13009
If you start driving with the parking brake applied, the
master warning light flashes, a warning tone sounds and
the above message appears when the vehicle speed
exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph).
If the above warning message appears, stop your vehicle and
release the parking brake.
 Headlight Leveling System Failure Warning
G13010
If there is a problem in the automatic headlight leveling
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.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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HOOD
G15001
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever
under the instrument panel. The hood will spring up
slightly.
G15002
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and
securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open
unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
473
IF YOU CANNOT INCREASEENGINE SPEED
If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator
pedal is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere
in the electronic throttle control system. Move the vehicle
to a safe place by means of creeping and call a Lexus
dealer for assistance:
1. Depress the brake pedal and shift to the “D” position.
2. Gradually release the brake pedal, and the vehicle starts to
move by creeping. After arriving at a safe place, stop the
vehicle and call a Lexus dealer for assistance.
CAUTION
 The above method of moving the vehicle is for
emergency. Use it only for moving minimum
distances to a safe place.
 Be especially careful to prevent erroneous pedal
operation.
IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating, if you experience a loss of power, or if you
hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine has
probably overheated.
When the engine overheats
Pull safely off the road, stop the vehicle and turn on your
emergency flashers. Put the transmission in ”P” and apply the
parking brake.
A: If steam is coming from your engine:
Turn off the engine. Leave the hood closed until there is no sign
of steam or coolant. Your engine could have been seriously
damaged already. Call your Lexus dealer for assistance.
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury, keep the hood closed until
there is no steam. Escaping steam or coolant is sign of
very high pressure.

MAINTENANCE
503
Accelerator pedal
Check
the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal ef fort
or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and the proper
clearance and free play. Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side
when applied.
Parking brake
Check that the pedal has the proper travel and that, on a safe
incline, your vehicle is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission ”Park” mechanism
On a safe incline, check that your vehicle is held securely with
the selector lever in ”P” position and all brakes released.
Vehicle exterior
Items listed below should be performed from time to time,
unless otherwise specified.
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure to check the nuts for
looseness. Tighten them if necessary. Fluid leaks
Check
underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid after
the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you smell fuel fumes
or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected
immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors, including trunk lid, operate smoothly and
all latches lock securely. Make sure the engine hood
secondary latch secures the hood when the primary latch is
released.
Tire inflation pressure
Check the tire inflation pressure with a gauge every two
weeks, or at least once a month and adjust as shown on
the tire and loading information label. See page 548 for
additional information.
Tire surface
Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive
wear. See page 563 for additional information.
Tire rotation
Rotate the tires according to the maintenance schedule.
(For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Owner’s Manual Supplement / Scheduled
Maintenance”.) See page 563 for additional information.