2013 Lexus GS350 ECO mode

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GS350_QG_U (OM30C68U)
■Ve h i c l e s w i t h AV S
Normal mode
For normal driving.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode when selected to Eco
mode or sport mode.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco mode to help achieve low fuel cons umption during trips that involve frequent
accelerating.
When the driving mode select switch is turned left, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes
on in the multi-information display.
Sport mode
•SPORT S mode Improves acceleration response by contro lling the transmission. Suitable for when
precise handling is desirable, for example when driving on mountain roads.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right while a made other than SPORT
S mode is selected, the “SPORT S” indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.
•SPORT S+ mode Improves steering performance and driving st ability by simultaneously controlling the
steering and suspension in addition to th e transmission. Suitable for sporty driving.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right while SPORT S mode is selected,
the “SPORT S+” indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.1
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GS350_QG_U (OM30C68U)
Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators (if equipped)
■Front seat heaters
Press the switch to turn the seat heater on.
Hi
Mid
Lo
Off
■Rear seat heaters (if equipped)
Press the switch to turn the seat heater on.
Hi
Mid
Lo
Off
■Seat ventilators (front seats only)
Press the switch to blow air from the seat.
Hi
Mid
Lo
Off
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■The seat heater automati cally switches from Hi  Mid  Lo  Off. The switching tim-
ing differs depending on the temperature inside the cabin etc. when the seat heater was
operated.
■ If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive mode in cold temperatures, the
seat heater may be automatically operat ed to assist heating performance. (P. 4 2 )

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What to do if...
GS350_QG_U (OM30C68U)
■Starting the engine
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 IGNI-
TION ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in cus-
tomization 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 operated, contact your Lexus dealer.
If the engine doesn’t start
Make sure that the correct operating procedures have been followed. Make sure that the brake pedal is firmly
depressed when attempting to start the
engine.
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If the electronic key battery becomes depleted, replace it with a new battery. For instruc-
tions on replacing the battery, refer to the Ow ner’s Manual. If you need further assistance,
contact your Lexus dealer.
Brake pedal
If the engine still does not st art, see the Owner’s Manual fo r more information or contact
your Lexus dealer.