2012 Lexus GS350 airbag off

761-1. For safe use
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
When installing a child restraint system
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Never use a rear-facing child restraint
system on the front passenger seat
when the airbag manual on-off switch
is on.
(P. 5 6 )
The force of the rapid inflation of the
front passenger airbag can cause death
or serious injury to children in the
event of an accident.
There is a sticker on the passenger side
of the instrument panel and a label on
both sides of the passenger side sun
visor, both indicating it is forbidden to
attach a rear-facing child restraint sys-
tem to the front passenger seat.
Details of the label on the passenger
side sun visor are shown in the illustra-
tion below. The label includes informa-

6496-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Caring for leather areas
Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.
Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
When cleaning the carpeted portions of the glove box, console box, etc.
If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is a possibility that the surface of the
carpet could be damaged.
CAUTION
Water in the vehicle
Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause electrical components etc. to malfunction or catch
fire.
Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior
wet.
(P. 46)
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

7487-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Fuel pump shut off system
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or turn it off.
Restart the engine.
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or
when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off sys-
tem stops the supply of fuel to the engine.
NOTICE
Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
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8147-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
When fixing the flat tire
Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area.
Connect the valve and hose securely with the tire installed on the vehicle.
If the hose is not properly connected to the valve, air leakage may occur or
sealant may be sprayed out.
If the hose comes off the valve while inflating the tire, there is a risk that
the hose will move abruptly due to air pressure.
After inflation of the tire has completed, the sealant may splatter when the
hose is disconnected or some air is let out of the tire.
Keep back from the tire while it is being repaired, as there is a chance of it
bursting while the repair operation is being performed. If you notice any
cracks or deformation of the tire, turn off the compressor switch and stop
the repair operation immediately.
The kit may overheat if operated for a long period of time. Do not operate
the compressor continuously for more than 10 minutes.
Parts of the kit become hot during operation. Be careful handling the kit
during and after operation.
Do not attach the vehicle speed warning sticker to an area other than the
one indicated. If the sticker is attached to an area where an SRS airbag is
located, such as the pad of the steering wheel, it may prevent the SRS air
bag from operating properly.
Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly
Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when
turning and cornering.
If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering
wheel, stop the vehicle and check the following:
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.
• Tire inflation pressure. If tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm
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or bar, 19 psi) or below, this may indicate severe tire damage.

876Alphabetical index
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................409
Air conditioning filter ...........695
Front automatic air
conditioning system ...........409
Rear air conditioning system 425
S-FLOW mode .....................419
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .333
Function ................................333
Warning light........................750
Warning message..................761
Adaptive Front-lighting System
(AFS) ....................................230
Adaptive Variable Suspension
system (AVS)..........................334
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System) ..................................230
Air conditioning filter ...............695
Air conditioning system ............409
Air conditioning filter ...........695
Front automatic air
conditioning system ...........409
Rear air conditioning system 425
S-FLOW mode .....................419Airbags ....................................... 44
Airbag manual on-off system 56
Airbag operating conditions .. 51
Airbag precautions for
your child ............................ 47
Airbag warning light............ 750
Correct driving posture .......... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................ 51
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 49
General airbag precautions .... 47
Locations of airbags............... 44
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 50
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................ 51
Side airbag precautions.......... 47
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ............ 51
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................... 47
SRS airbags............................ 44
Airbag manual on-off system ..... 56
Alarm .......................................... 86
Alarm ..................................... 86
Warning buzzer............ 749, 757
Anchor brackets.......................... 69
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) .......................... 125
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