2013 Lexus GS300h park assist

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Lexus parking assist-sensor
: If equipped
The distance from your vehicle to nearby obstacles when parallel
parking or maneuvering into a garage is measured by the sensors
and communicated via the multi-information display, Remote
Touch screen and a buzzer. Always check the surrounding area
when using this system.
Types of sensors
Front center sensors
Front corner sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors1
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Turns the Lexus parking assist-
sensor on/off
When on, the indicator light comes
on to inform the driver that the sys-
tem is operational.
Lexus parking assist-sensor switch

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Remote Touch screen
For 8-inch display
When the parking assist
monitor system is not dis-
played
A graphic is automatically dis-
played when an obstacle is
detected. The screen can be set
so that the graphic is not dis-
played. (P. 356)
When the rear view monitor
system is displayed (insert
display)
A simplified image is displayed
on the right upper corner of the
Remote Touch screen when an
obstacle is detected.
For 12.3-inch display
A graphic will be shown on
the side display
A graphic is automatically dis-
played when an obstacle is
detected. The screen can be set
so that the graphic is not dis-
played. (P. 356)
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You can change the warning beep volume and Remote Touch
screen operating conditions.
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch. (P. 442)
Select “Setup” on the “Menu” screen.
Select “Vehicle” on the “Setup” screen.
Select “Lexus park assist” on the “Vehicle settings” screen.
Alert volume setting
Display on/off
Alert distance setting
Make sure to save after changing
settings.
Setting up Lexus parking assist-sensor
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Alert volume setting
The alert volume can be adjusted.
Select “1” to “5” on the “LEXUS park assist settings”.
Select “OK”.
Display on/off setting
On or off can be selected for Lexus parking assist-sensor display.
Select “Display off”.
When the “Display off” indicator is turned on, the display of Lexus
parking assist-sensor will be off. Select “Display off” again to turn the
display of Lexus parking assist-sensor on.
Select “OK”.
Alert distance setting
Front or rear center sensors display and tone indication can be
set.
Select “Front” or “Rear”.
Long distance or short distance can be selected.
Select “OK”.
The Lexus parking assist-sensor can be operated when
Front center sensors:
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The shift lever is in a position other than P or R.
• The vehicle speed is less than about 10 km/h (6 mph).
Front corner sensors:
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The shift lever is in a position other than P.
• The vehicle speed is less than about 10 km/h (6 mph).
Rear corner and rear center sensors:
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The shift lever is in R.
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Lexus parking assist-sensor display
When an obstacle is detected while the rear view monitor system, is in use,
the warning indicator will appear in the top right of the screen even if the dis-
play setting has been set to off.
Sensor detection information
The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s
bumpers.
Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the
ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances where
this may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensors will resolve
this problem.)
• The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen the screen may show an
abnormal display, or obstacles may not be detected.
• The sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.
• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing
ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the
vicinity.
• The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.
• Towing eyelets are installed.
• The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.
• If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
• A non-genuine Lexus suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed.
• People may not be detected if they are wearing certain types of clothing.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of
their shape, signs and other objects may be judged by the sensor to be closer
than they are.

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CAUTION
When using the Lexus parking assist-sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.
Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 10 km/h (6 mph).
The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving
forward or reversing, check the areas surrounding the vehicle (especially
the sides of the vehicle) for safety, and drive slowly, using the brake to
control the vehicle’s speed.
Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.
NOTICE
When using Lexus parking assist-sensor
In the following situations, the system may not function correctly due to a
sensor malfunction etc. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The Lexus parking assist-sensor operation display flashes, and a beep
sounds when no obstacles are detected.
If the area around a sensor collides with something, or is subjected to
strong impact.
If the bumper collides with something.
If the display shows continuously without a beep.
If a display error occurs, first check the sensor.
If the error occurs even if there is no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it is
likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.
Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

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Lexus parking assist monitor
The parking assist monitor assists with the following 2 backing-up
operations:
• Perpendicular parking (parking in a garage, etc.)
• Parallel parking (parking at the side of the road, etc.)
The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and
may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the screen.
Parking assist monitor will acti-
vate when the shift lever is in R.
If you move the lever out of R, the
parking assist monitor will be
deactivated.
When the shift lever is shifted to
the R position and any mode but-
ton (such as “MENU”) is pressed,
the parking assist monitor is can-
celed, and the screen is switched to
the mode of the button that was
pressed.
The parking assist monitor assists the driver by displaying an
image of the view behind the vehicle while backing up, for exam-
ple while parking.