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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warning may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
*: Electronically Controlled Brake System
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
Malfunction in the TRAC, VSC or hill-start assist con-
trol system. GS460: “CHECK ECB
*” may be displayed at the
same time, or on its own.
(U.S.A)
(Canada)
Malfunction in the ABS or brake assist system.
GS460: “CHECK ECB*” may be displayed at the
same time, or on its own.
(GS460)
Malfunction in the VGRS.
(If equipped, steering guide symbol and
arrows are flashing)
The steering sensor cable is broken and signals can-
not be received.
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Other messagesIf the following message is displayed, take appropriate action and confirm
that the message has disappeared.
MessageDetails
(If equipped)
Calibrate the neutral position of the steering wheel.
■Initializing the steering sensor
Use one of the following methods.
●With the vehicle stopped, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left and right.
(The order is not important.)
●Drive for more than 5 minute on an un-crowded road with as few curves and
corners as possible.
If the steering guide symbol disappears, the steering sensor has been initialized. If
the steering guide symbol does not disappear, have the vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer.
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InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Once
(Flashing)
The electronic key
battery is low.Replace the
battery.
( → P. 440)

An open door has
been closed and
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
turned twice to
the ACCES-
SORY mode from
OFF.
Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch while
applying the
brakes.

(Flashing)
The steering lock
has not released
within 3 seconds
of pressing the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
The “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch indicator
will flash green for
15 seconds.Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch again
while turn-
ing the
steering
wheel with
the brake
pedal
depressed.
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Vehicle specifications
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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 200 N (20.4 kgf, 45lbf) while the engine is running.
*
2: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112 lbf) while the engine is running.
*
3: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 l bf ).
Steering
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e GS460 *12.9 in. (74 mm) Min.
GS350 *22.6 in. (65 mm) Min.
Pedal free play GS460Less than 0.08 in. (2.0 mm)
GS3500.04 0.08 in. (1.0 2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *37  9 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered 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
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-Lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GPSGlobal Positioning System
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
INFOInformation
INTIntermittent
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
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ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Monitoring (Warning) System
TRACTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l
VDIMVehicle Dynamics Integrated Management
VGRSVariable Gear Ratio Steering
VINVehicle Identification Number
VSCVehicle Stability Control
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..............................................................217
ABS.............................................................. 184
ACCESSORY mode .......................... 122
Active stabilizer suspension system...................................................... 184
Adaptive variable
suspension system ............................. 183
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ....................... 437
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 217
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 83
Airbag precautions for your child............................................... 87
Airbag warning light ........................489
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 90
General airbag precautions ........... 87
Locations of airbags............................80
Modification and disposal of airbags ...................................................... 91
Proper driving posture ...................... 78
Side airbag precautions .................... 87
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................80
Alarm ............................................................ 75
Antenna ....................................................235
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 184
Armrest.....................................................356
Ashtrays ..................................................... 351 Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 235
AUX adapter .......................................287
Cassette player .................................. 238
CD player/changer .......................... 242
DVD information ...............................270
DVD player/changer ....................... 251
DVD video/audio............................. 254
MP3/WMA disc................................ 247
Optimal use ......................................... 282
Radio ........................................................229
Steering switches .............................. 288
Video CD ............................................. 266
Automatic headlight leveling
system ......................................................144
Automatic light control system.........142
Automatic transmission If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ............................... 524
Mode select switch ............................ 126
S mode ......................................................127
AUX adapter ......................................... 287
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................................. 552
Battery
12 volt battery ........................................ 417
Checking................................................. 417
If the 12 volt battery is discharged ........................................ 529
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 199
Bluetooth
®.............................................. 296
A
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