2013 Lexus GS350 automatic transmission fluid

GS350_U (OM30C34U)
1814-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
To enter M mode, shift the shift lever to M. Gears can then be selected by
operating the shift lever or paddle shif t switches, allowing you to drive in
the gear of your choosing.
Upshifting
Downshifting
The gear changes once every time the
shift lever or paddle shift switch is
operated.
The selected gear, from M1 to M6, will
be fixed and displayed in the meter.
When in the M position, the gear will not change unless the shift lever
or paddle shift switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position, the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:
●When vehicle speed drops (downshift only).
●When the automatic transmission fluid or engine coolant tempera-
ture is low.
●When automatic transmission fluid temperature is high.
●When the needle of the tachometer is in the red zone (the range
which exceeds the allowable revs of the engine).
Selecting gears in the M position
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GS350_U (OM30C34U)
4-2. Driving procedures
In the following situations, the gear will not shift even if the shift lever or
paddle shift switches are operated.
●“1st Gear not available due to slippe ry road surface” is displayed on
the multi information display.
●The vehicle speed is low (upshift only).
■When the “-” paddle shift switch is operated in the D position
A shift range will be automatically selected. The highest gear of the first shift range
will be one gear lower than the gear in use during normal D position driving.
■Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situations:
●When the vehicle comes to a stop
●If the “+” paddle shift switch is op erated when the shift range is in 5
●If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
●When the shift lever is shifted to other than D
■To protect automatic transmission
“Transmission Fluid High Temperature” is displayed on the multi-information display
and a function is adopted that automatically selects a higher shift range when the
fluid temperature is high. Have the ve hicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
■Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in snow mode.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
 P. 7 3 7

6997-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
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When trouble arises
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may
lead to the system operating abnorma lly and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision system
(AWD models)
(Flashes)
(If equipped)

GS350_U (OM30C34U)
7578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 F
(20 C):
Specific gravity reading
at 68 F (20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11.8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 mi nutes after the engine and
all lights are turned off.)
1.250
 1.290 Fully charged
1.160
 1.200 Half charged
1.060
 1.100 Discharged
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*2WD8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp.qt.)
AW D10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of yo ur transmission accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the tr ansmission of your vehicle.

811Alphabetical index
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
Armrest door ......................................... 575
Ashtrays.................................................... 563
Assist grip .................................................577
Audio input.............................................. 476
Audio system.......................................... 367Audio input............................................ 476
AUX port/USB port.................... 476, 456, 466
Bluetooth
® audio...............................444
CD/DVD player ..................................412
CD/DVD player information ...... 432
DVD video ............................................420
iPod ...........................................................464
MP3/WMA disc ................................ 414
Optimal use .......................................... 474
Portable music player ...................... 476
Radio ....................................................... 390
Rear seat audio controls ................ 477
Steering wheel audio switch ........482
USB memory .......................................454
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................193
Automatic light control system ..................................................... 190
Automatic transmission .......................178 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............ 737
M mode ..................................................... 181
Paddle shift switches .........................180
AUX port................................................. 476
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 557
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension system).......................... 269 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670
Wattage ................................................... 761
Battery .......................................................624 Battery checking ................................ 624
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................... 743
Preparing and checking before winter.................................................... 298
Warning light ....................................... 687
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ....................................... 444
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) .......................485
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 623
Parking brake ....................................... 186
Warning light ..........................686, 689
Warning message............................. 697
Brake assist ............................................. 268
Break-in tips ............................................. 156
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........80
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................287
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815Alphabetical index
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
First-aid kit storage net ......................558
Flat tire .......................................................722
Floor mats ................................................... 26
FluidAutomatic transmission .................. 757
Brake ....................................................... 758
Washer .................................................. 628
Fog lights ................................................... 195 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 665
Switch........................................................ 195
Wattage ....................................................761
Footwell light .......................................... 548
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................47
Front personal lights............................ 549
Front seats ................................................ 128 Adjustment ............................................. 128
Cleaning ................................................ 598
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory ................ 130
Head restraints ..................................... 136
Power easy access system ............ 133
Seat heaters ......................................... 568
Seat position memory....................... 130
Seat ventilators ................................... 569
Front side marker lights ...................... 190 Light switch ............................................ 190
Replacing light bulbs ..........................671
Welcome light illumination control ..................................................... 101 Front turn signal lights ..........................184
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 667
Turn signal lever ...................................184
Wattage ................................................... 761
Fuel..............................................................754 Capacity ................................................. 754
Fuel gauge ................................................79
Fuel pump shut off system ........... 685
Information............................................ 762
Refueling ................................................ 204
Type.............................................. 204, 754
Warning light ...................................... 689
Warning messages ............................710
Fuel filler door........................................ 204 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 207
Refueling ................................................ 204
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 685
Fuses.......................................................... 648
Garage door opener...........................579
Gauges......................................................... 79
Glove box ............................................... 553
Glove box light...................................... 553
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