2012 Lexus GS350 Customizable features

167
3 3-3. Adjusting the seats
Operation of each component
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
When driving position memory is linked with door unlock operation
If the driver’s door is opened, the driver’s seat will move toward the memo-
rized position but stop slightly beforehand to allow easy access to the vehi-
cle.
Turning the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or fas-
tening the driver’s seat belt moves the seat fully into the memorized position.
Operating the driving position memory after turning the engine switch off
Driver’s seat:
Memorized seat positions can be activated up to 180 seconds after the
driver’s door is opened and another 60 seconds after it is closed again. Mem-
orized steering wheel position can be activated by pressing the engine switch.
Front passenger’s seat:
Memorized positions can be activated up to 180 seconds after the front pas-
senger’s door is opened by pressing button “1”, “2” or “3”.
Correct seat position
When the seat is in the most forward or most backward position, and the seat
is being moved in those directions, the system may not correctly recognize
the current position and the memorized position will not be correctly
recalled.
The auto away function for exiting the driver’s seat
If the seat is already close to the rearmost position, the auto away function
may not operate when the driver exits the vehicle.
Customization
The distance that the driver’s seat moves backward during the auto away
function can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 855)
CAUTION
Seat adjustment caution
Take care during seat adjustment so that the seat does not strike the rear
passenger or squeeze your body against the steering wheel.

1803-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Door lock linked window operation
The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.*
(P. 821)
The power windows can be opened and closed using the wireless remote
control.
* (P. 141)
*: These settings must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
When the battery is disconnected
The window lock switch is disabled. If necessary, press the window lock
switch after reconnecting the battery.
Power windows open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
in the instrument cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the power windows open.
Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 855)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Closing the windows
Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
Do not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in
some instances, even death.
Jam protection function
Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protec-
tion function.
The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the window fully closes.

1843-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Moon roof open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
in the instrument cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the moon roof open.
Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 855)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
Opening the moon roof
Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof
Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being oper-
ated.
Do not allow children to operate the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.
Jam protection function
Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protec-
tion function.
The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the moon roof fully closes.

2324-3. Operating the lights and wipers
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
If the “AFS OFF” indicator flashes
It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 862)
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.

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.

6385-7. Other interior features
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Button lock function (vehicles with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be
locked.
(P. 429)
Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. (P. 429)
Customization
Time elapsed before the reverse operation feature activates can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 855)
CAUTION
When the rear sunshade is being operated
Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the open-
ing.
They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not operate the rear sunshade when the engine is off.
To ensure normal operation of the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades
Observe the following precautions.
Do not place excessive load on the motor or other components of the rear
sunshade.
Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing opera-
tions.
Do not attach items to the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades.
Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
Do not operate the rear sunshade continuously for long periods of time.

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)
3

835
8Vehicle specifications
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)......... 836
Fuel information ............... 853
8-2. Customization
Customizable features....... 855
8-3. Items to initialize
Items to initialize .............. 866