2013 Lexus GS350 immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTS2
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
For your information ................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index ............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system...................47
Safety information for children ................................... 52
Child restraint systems ............... 53
Installing child restraints..............57
Exhaust gas precautions.............67
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ............................................. 68
Alarm ................................................. 70 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ............................... 74
Gauges and meters ......................79
Multi-information display .......... 82
Head-up display ............................ 90
3-1. Key information Keys .................................................... 98
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start ..............101
Wireless remote control ............ 114
Doors ................................................. 117
Trunk................................................... 121
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats.......................................128
Driving position memory......... 130
Head restraints .............................136
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ..............................139
Inside rear view mirror ............. 140
Outside rear view mirrors........ 142
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .............................145
Moon roof ...................................... 148
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component

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For safety and security1
1-1. For safe use Before driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system...................47
Safety information for children.................................... 52
Child restraint systems ............... 53
Installing child restraints ............. 57
Exhaust gas precautions .............67
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ............................................. 68
Alarm ................................................. 70

681-2. Theft deterrent system
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a
built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if a key has no t been previously registered in the
vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

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For safety and security
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
XFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
XFor vehicles sold in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the follow-
ing situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart access system with push-button start, wireless remote
control and engine immobilizer system from operating properly. (Ways of coping:
→P. 74 0 )
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, air-
port or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless
communication device
●When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit
radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
window

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4-2. Driving procedures
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION
ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P,
the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely
prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the engine is
not running.
■Electronic key battery depletion
→P. 112
■Conditions affecting operation
→P. 1 0 8
■Notes for the entry function
→P. 1 0 9
■If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 6 8 )
Contact your Lexus dealer.
●Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift
lever is displaced out of P. “Shift to P position to Start” will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the engine switch
again automatically cancels the steering lock.

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(→ P. 1 5 4 )
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→P. 6 8 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 743)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 7 3 6 )
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed ( →P. 154), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
The starter motor does not turn over

814Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf the electronic key
does not operate properly ........740
If the engine will not start................ 735
If the parking brake cannot be released........................738
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............ 737
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................................... 743
If the warning buzzer sounds................................................. 686
If the warning light turns on.......... 686
If the warning message is displayed ........................................697
If you have a flat tire .......................... 722
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 684
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................................... 749
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 678
If your vehicle overheats ................ 747
Emergency flashers ............................. 676
Engine Accessory mode.................................. 172
Compartment ....................................... 615
Engine switch .......................................... 171
Hood ......................................................... 612
How to start the engine ..................... 171
Identification number .......................753
If the engine will not start................ 735
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................................... 171
Overheating ......................................... 747 Engine compartment cover............... 616
Engine coolant ...................................... 620
Capacity ................................................. 756
Checking ............................................... 620
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................298
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system ................. 68
Engine oil ................................................... 617 Capacity ................................................. 754
Checking ................................................. 617
Oil level warning message ........... 706
Oil pressure warning message.......................... 698
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................298
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 602
Engine switch............................................. 171
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 268
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) .........269
Function .................................................. 269
Warning light ....................................... 687
Warning message............................. 702
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10