2007 Lexus GS350 4WD

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. 
Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift lever or press the accelerator
pedal, which could cause an accident or fire due to abnormal engine overheating.
Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust fumes may
enter the vehicle and cause gas poisoning.
■When braking the vehicle
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously. 
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one side of
the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking brake may
not securely hold the vehicle.
●If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other vehicles
closely and avoid downhill or sharp turns that require making. 
In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the pedal than
usual. Braking distance may also increase.
●Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. 
Each push on the pedal uses up yo ur reserved brake fluid pressure.
●The brake system consists of 3 individual hydraulic systems: if one of the systems
fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed
more firmly than usual and braking distance becomes longer. 
Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed
immediately.
■If the vehicle becomes stuc k or bogged (4WD models)
Do not spin the wheels recklessly when any of the tires is up in the air, or stuck in
sand or mud, etc. This may damage the drive system components or propel the
vehicle forward (or in another direction) and cause an accident.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
When the VSC/TRAC/hill-start assist control systems are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping, rolling backwards when
star

ting on an incli ne, or if the rear
wheels (2WD models) or all
wheels (4WD models) spin, the
slip indicator light flashes to indi-
cate that the VSC/TRAC/hill-start
as
sist control systems have been
engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
The stop lights and high mounted
stoplight turn on when the hill-star
t
assist control system is operating.
GS430: The slip indicator light
flashes as w
ell when ABS is operat -
ing.
■VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integ rated Management) (GS430)
Provides integrated control of the AB S, VSC, TRAC, hill-start assist con-
trol, VGRS and EPS systems. 
Maintains vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
contr
olling the brakes, engine output, and the movement of the front
wheels.
■ PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
 P. 1 6 5

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
From rear (2WD models)Switch to “ACC” mode so that the
steering wheel is unlock
ed.
From rear (4WD models)
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheel.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the engine switch “OFF”. 
The steering lock mechanism is not st rong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Wi thout adequate clearance, the vehicle
could be damaged while being towed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. The following warnings indicate the pos
sibility of damage to
the vehicle that may lead to an acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by y our Lexus dealer immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning messa ge is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failing to investigate the cause of the follo
wing warnings may
lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
(Flashing)
Abnormal engine oil pressure.
The warning light may turn on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
(4WD models)
Malfunction in the 4WD system.
Malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling sys-
tem.

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
Dimensions and weight
*: Unladen vehicle
Overall length189.9 in. (4825 mm)
Overall width71.6 in. (1820 mm)
Overall height *2WD models56.1 in. (1425 mm)
4WD models56.4 in. (1435 mm)
Wheelbase112.2 in. (2850 mm)
Tr e a dFront60.4 in. (1535 mm)
Rear60.6 in. (1540 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)815 lb. (370 kg)

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Differential
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C):12.6  12.8V Fully charged 
12.2  12.4V Half charged 
11.8  12.0V Discharged 
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
GS430GS350 (2WD)GS350 (4WD)
Oil capacity1.42 qt. 
(1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)1.42 qt. 
(1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
Front: 0.73 qt. 
(0.70 L, 0.61 lmp.qt.)
Rear: 1.42 qt. 
(1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosityToyota Genuine Synthetic Differential Gear Oil
API GL-5 SAE 75W-85

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 7 3Trunk openerP. 2 1Fuel filler door P. 4 9
Hood lock release lever P. 3 7 3Fuel filler door openerP. 4 9Tire inflation pressureP. 5 0 6
Fuel tank capacity18.7 gal. (71 L, 15.6 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only P. 50, 500
Cold tire inflation 
pressureP. 506
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
GS430 GS350 GS350 (2WD models) (4WD models)
With filter 5.4 (5.1, 4.5) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.7 (6.4, 5.6)
Without filter 4.8 (4.5, 4.0) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2) 6.3 (6.0, 5.3)
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 501
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30