2012 Lexus GS350 light

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5 5-5. Using the interior lights
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Interior lights list
When the instrument panel light control switch is turned to minimum and
the tail lights are on, the inside door handle lights, the ornament lights and
the footwell lights will turn off. (P. 100)
Outer foot lights
Shift lever light (if equipped)
Interior light (P. 612)
Front personal lights
(P. 612)
Inside door handle lightsRear personal lights (P.
612)
Ornament lights
Door courtesy lights
Power window switch lights
Footwell lights1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

6125-5. Using the interior lights
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Turns the light on/off
The rear personal lights are also
turned on/off by the interior light
operation. However, if the interior
light is turned off after being
turned on while the rear personal
lights are turned on, the rear per-
sonal lights will not turn off simul-
taneously.
Turns the door position on
Front
Turns the light on/off
Rear
Turns the light on/off
If the lights are turned on by
interior light operation, the
lights cannot turn off by press-
ing the switch.
Interior light
1
2
Personal lights

6135-5. Using the interior lights
5
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to engine switch mode, the
presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
To prevent battery discharge
If the interior lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Customization
Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 855)
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.

6155-6. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
Items that should not be left in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.
When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use
Keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

6165-6. Using the storage features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Open (press the button)
Unlock with the mechanical
key
Lock with the mechanical key
Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Trunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. (P. 151)
Removing the insert
The insert inside the glove box can be removed.
The glove box door
An SRS knee airbag for the front passenger’s seat is built into the glove box
door.
(P. 44)
Glove box
1
2
3

6175-6. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Using with half-open
Grip the knob to release the
lock, and slide the armrest as
far back.
Using with fully open
Grip the knob to release the
lock, and lift the armrest to
open.
Tray in the console box
Console box light
The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Console box
1
2
The tray slides forward/backward and can
be removed.
CAUTION
When using the console box with half-open, do not apply too much load on
the armrest. Doing so may damage the armrest and may cause you to injure
yourself.

6245-7. Other interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Sun visors and vanity mirrors
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is
off.

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5 5-7. Other interior features
Interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Heated steering wheel
Turns the heater on/off
The indicator light comes on when
the heater is operating.
Operating condition
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Timer
The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
If the indicator light flashes
Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel off and then press the but-
ton again. If the indicator light still flashes, a malfunction may be occurring.
Turn the heated steering wheel off and have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
: If equipped
The heated steering wheel heats the side grips of the steering
wheel.