2012 Lexus GS250 lock

8227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Doors
Use the mechanical key
(P. 119) in order to perform
the following operations:
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and
moon roof (turn and hold)
*
Unlocks all the doors
Opens the windows and
moon roof (turn and hold)
*
*
: This setting must be customized
at any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qual-
ified and equipped professional.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (P. 130) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk
can be opened and the engine can be started by following the pro-
cedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key
linked functions
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8237-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Trunk
Turn the mechanical key
clockwise to open.
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side
of the electronic key to the
engine switch.
The engine switch will turn to
IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart entry & start sys-
tem is deactivated in customization
setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on
the multi-information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Starting the engine
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8247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when
stopping the engine.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 697)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered.
Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed.(P. 208)
When the electronic key does not work properly
Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in
the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 855)
Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P.
129)
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8277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional as soon as possible.
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
To prevent battery discharge
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges auto-
matically during driving.)
When recharging or replacing the battery
For vehicles with an alarm: make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when
recharging or replacing the battery to prevent the doors from being locked
with the key left inside the vehicle when the alarm operates.
In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
entry & start system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery
was discharged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch
off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery
discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
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8 8-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
Lexus. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel
and in the engine compartment.
This number is also on the
manufacturer’s label.
Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Vehicle identification

8488-1. Specifications
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 20 C
(68 F):
Specific gravity read-
ing at 20C (68F):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
1.250  1.290 Fully charged
1.160  1.200 Half charged
1.060  1.100 Discharged
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*GS2507.5 L (7.9 qt., 6.6 Imp.qt.)
GS35010.0 L (10.6 qt., 8.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

8568-2. Customization
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Vehicles with a navigation system:
Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Changing by using the “DISP” button
P. 107
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other
functions being customized. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch
Settings that can be changed using the “DISP” button
Settings that can be changed by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
Definition of symbols: O = Available, —=Not available
Customizable features
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ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized set-
ting
Alarm*1
(P. 8 6 )
Sensitivity adjustment of
the intrusion sensor
when the window is
open
StandardLow——O
Deactivates the alarm
when the doors are
unlocked using the
mechanical key
OffOn——O
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8588-2. Customization
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Door lock
(P. 146,
822)
“Unlock on second key
turn” (Allows all doors
to be unlocked by turn-
ing the mechanical key
once in the driver’s
door)Off
(All doors
unlocked
in one
step)
On
(Driver’s
door
unlocked
in one
step, all
doors
unlocked
in two
steps)
O—O
“Auto unlock by shift to
P” (All doors are auto-
matically unlocked
when shifting the shift
lever to P)
OffOnO—O
“Auto unlock by driver
door” (All doors are
automatically unlocked
when driver’s door is
opened)
OnOffO—O
Smart
entry &
start
system
(P. 123)
and
wireless
remote
control
(P. 141)
“Lock/unlock feedback
lights” (Enable/disable
the operation of the
emergency flashers
when the vehicle is
locked or unlocked)
OnOffO—O
“Auto relock timer”
(Adjust the time elapsed
before the automatic
door lock function is
activated if a door is not
opened after being
unlocked)
30
seconds
60
seconds
——O
120
seconds
Open door reminder
buzzer (When locking
the vehicle)
OnOff——O
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized set-
ting
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