2007 Lexus GS350 service

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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List of storage features................ 310
3-7. Other interior features............ 316 Sun visors.......................................... 316
Vanity mirror ................................... 317
Clock .................................................. 318
Outside temperature display ... 319
Ashtrays .......................................... 320
Cigarette lighter ............................ 321
Power outlet ................................... 322
Seat heaters .................................... 323
Seat heaters and ventilators .... 325
Armrest ............................................ 327
Rear sunshade .............................. 328
Floor mats....................................... 330
Trunk features................................. 331
Garage door opener .................. 334
Compass.......................................... 339
Lexus Link System ....................... 343
4-1. Maintenance and care............ 358 Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle exterior ......................... 358
Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle interior........................... 360
4-2. Maintenance ............................. 363 Maintenance requirements ..... 363
General maintenance ............... 365 Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M) 
programs ..................................... 368
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance .. 369 Do-it-yourself service 
precautions .................................. 369
Hood.................................................. 372
Positioning the jack ..................... 373
Engine compartment.................. 375
Tires .................................................. 390
Tire inflation pressure................ 400
Wheels.............................................. 404
Air conditioning filter................. 406
Electronic key battery ............... 409
Checking and replacing 
fuses ................................................... 411
Headlight aim................................. 429
Light bulbs ........................................ 431
5-1. Essential information .............. 438 If your vehicle needs to be 
towed............................................. 438
If you think something is 
wrong ............................................. 445
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 446
Event data recorder .................... 447
5-2. Steps to take in an 
emergency ............................... 449
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus deal er before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.d tsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
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nclude airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

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1-5. Refueling
Closing the fuel tank cap
After refueling, turn the fuel tank
cap clockwise until you hear a
click. The cap will revolve slightly in
the opposite direction once
released.
■Fuel types
Use premium unleaded gasoline. (91 Octane Rating [Research Octane Number
96
] or higher)
■Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 18.7 gal. (71 L, 15.6 Imp. gal.)
■When the fuel filler door opener switch is inoperable
If the fuel filler door opener switch is inopera-
ble, contact your Lexus dealer to service the
vehicle. If you must refuel your vehicle, you
can open the fuel filler door manually as
shown. The system to lower internal pressure
may not be functioning so you must turn the
cap slowly as the pressure releases. In addi-
tion, fuel may spill out during refueling. Fill the
fuel tank carefully and slowly.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that ar
e appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera -
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Ha
ve a service technician inspect th e level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Ha
ve the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same si ze and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.

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3-3. Using the audio system
■When the battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
■Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continually
changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding
objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
●The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear window. To maintain clear radio
reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic objects to the
antenna wire mounted in side the rear window.
■Receiving XM® Satellite Radio
The optional Lexus genuine satellite radio tuner and antenna allows you to receive
and play XM
® Satellite Radio broadcasts. (Subscription is required. Available only
in the 48 contiguous United States.)
*
●XM® subscriptions 
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe, visit XM®
on the web at www.xmradio.com or call 1-877-515-3987.
●Radio ID 
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a prob -
lem. Select “CH000” using the dial, and the receiver's 8-character ID
number will appear.
●Satellite tuner 
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accompany -
ing Text Information of XM
® Satellite Radio.
*: Terms and services provided by XM® Satellite Radio are subject to change with -
out notice.

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3-4. Using the hands-free system
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system and voice guidance are muted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time it may be difficult to hear.
●If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
●Try to face the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
●In the following circumstances it may be difficult to hear the other party.
• When driving on unsealed roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If the window is open
• If the air-conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If the air-conditioning is set to high
■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a mobile phone that does not support Bluetooth®.
●If the mobile phone is switched off.
●If you are outside service range.
●If the mobile phon e is not connected.
●If the mobile phone's battery is low.
■Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the display. If the m
obile phone is behind the seat or in the
console box, or touching or covered by metal objects, connection status may dete -
riorate.
■Battery charge/Signal status
This display may not correspond exact ly w
ith the mobile phone itself.

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3-4. Using the hands-free system
■To refuse a call
Touch and hold .
■ T
o adjust the received call volume
Press the or . You can also adjust th e v
olume using the steer-
ing switches.
Speaking on the phone
The following screen is displayed when speaking on the phone.
■ T
o adjust the received call volume
Press the or . You can also adjust th e v
olume using the steer-
ing switches.
■ T
o prevent the other party from hearing your voice
Touch the .
■ Inputting a k
ey
When using phone services such as an answ
ering service or a bank,
you can store phone numbers and code numbers in the phone book.
■International calls
Received international calls may not be disp
layed correctly, depending on the
mobile phone in use.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
Lexus Link System (if equipped)
The Lexus Link System is a communication service that uses Global Posi-
tioning System (GPS) data and cellular service to provide you with safety,
s
ecurity and convenience. This system is only operational in GPS and cellu-
lar coverage areas. Button operation and voice commands are used to
ope
rate the system. To operate the system, follow the voice guidance
instructions. For details about service and subscription, call the Lexus Link
Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free).
■ Buttons
Voice keypad button
Volume control
Phone button
“SERVICES” button
Emergency button
■ Ser
vices
The Lexus Link System offers the follo
wing services.
● Airbag deplo
yment notification ( P. 3 4 5 )
● Emer
gency assistance ( P. 3 4 5)
● Stolen v
ehicle location assistance ( P. 3 4 6 )
● R
emote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock ( P. 3 4 6)
● Ad
visor record ( P. 3 4 7 )
● P
ersonal calling ( P. 3 4 7 )
● Other ser
vices ( P. 3 4 6 )
Operating the Lexus Link Sy stem during a Bluetooth phone call will ter-
minate the Bluetooth phone call.