2013 Lexus GS350 parking brake

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GS350_U (OM30C34U)
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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear wheels to
help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while
exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
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GS350_U (OM30C34U)
8-1. Specifications
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N,
51.0 kgf) while the engine is operating.
Front differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.62 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0F (-18 C): SAE90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90
Rear differential
Oil capacity1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*2WD4.5 in. (115 mm) Min.
AW D5.0 in. (126 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.08 in. (1.0 — 2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

GS350_U (OM30C34U)
7878-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle customization
●When the “Auto Lock by Speed” and “Auto Lock by Shift from P” are both on, the
door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, all the doors will be
locked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the door s locked, the “Auto Lock by Speed” would
not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the “Auto Lock by Speed” will operate.
●When the smart access system with push-b utton start is off, the “Select Doors to
Unlock” cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after un locking the doors and the “Auto Relock
Timer” activates, the signals will be generated in accordance with the “Lock/
Unlock Feedback-Tone” and the “Lock/Unlock Feedback-Lights” settings.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P.
Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the
features.
CAUTION
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilatio n. In a closed area such as a garage,
exhaust gases including harmful carbon mo noxide (CO) may collect and enter the
vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing
features.

807What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat can-
not be operated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 1 4 5 )
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left
in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not
running) for a period of time. ( P. 1 74 )
●The seat belt remind er light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 689)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 1 8 6 )
Depending on the situation, ot her types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( P. 686, 697)
The windows do not open or close by operating the power win-
dow switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving

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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814Alphabetical index
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
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 has to be stopped in an emergency .......... 677
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) .........269Function .................................................. 269
Warning light ....................................... 687
Warning message............................. 702
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10

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GS350_U (OM30C34U)
Paddle shift switches ............................ 180
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) .................. 238
Parking brake.......................................... 186 If the parking brake cannot be released........................738
Operation ............................................... 186
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer .............................. 706
Parking brake engaged warning message .......................... 706
Parking lights ........................................... 190 Light switch ............................................ 190
Replacing light bulbs ..........................671
Welcome light illumination control ........................... 101
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............ 278 Function ..................................................278
PCS OFF switch ............................... 280
Warning light ...................................... 688
Warning message .......................699, 708, 714
Personal lights........................................ 549
Power easy access system .................133
Power outlets ......................................... 564
Power steering (Electric Power
Steering system) ................................ 269 Warning light ...................................... 687
Warning message .............................702
Power trunk opener and closer ........ 121 Power windows....................................... 145
Door lock linked window operation ........................... 147
Jam protection function....................146
Operation................................................145
Window lock switch ..........................145
Pre-Collision System (PCS).............278 Function .................................................. 278
PCS OFF switch ................................280
Warning light ...................................... 688
Warning message....................... 699, 708, 714
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control).......................... 213
Radiator.....................................................622
Radio ......................................................... 390
RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data Systems) .................................... 393
Rear air conditioning system........... 360
Rear personal lights ............................ 549
Rear side marker lights ........................190 Light switch............................................ 190
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 671
Welcome light illumination control ........................... 101
Rear door sunshades...........................573
Rear seat heaters ................................. 568
Rear sunshade ........................................572 Operation.............................................. 572
Reverse operation feature ............ 573
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

825Alphabetical index
GS350_U (OM30C34U)
Warning buzzersBrake system....................................... 686
Downshifting ......................................... 182
Key reminder ......................................... 717
Open door ............................................704
Open moon roof .............................. 705
Open hood ...........................................704
Open trunk .......................................... 705
Open window .................................... 705
Seat belt reminder ............................ 689
Warning lights .......................................... 75 ABS .......................................................... 687
AFS OFF indicator ........................... 688
Brake system.......................... 686, 689
Charging system............................... 687
Electric power steering.................. 687
Low fuel level ...................................... 689
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 687
Master warning light........................ 689
Open door ........................................... 689
Parking brake indicator ................. 688
Pre-collision system......................... 688
Seat belt reminder light.................. 689
Slip indicator ........................................ 688
SRS ........................................................... 687
Tire pressure ....................................... 690
Warning messages .............................. 697
Warning reflector storage belt....... 560
Washer .......................................................196 Checking............................................... 628
Low washer fluid warning message ............................. 712
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 298
Switch........................................................ 196
Washing and waxing........................... 594 Weight
Cargo capacity.................................... 168
Load limits .............................................. 168
Weight .................................................... 752
Welcome light illumination control ...................................................... 101
Wheels ......................................................642 Replacing wheels .............................. 642
Size ........................................................... 759
Window glasses...................................... 145
Window lock switch.............................. 145
Windows.................................................... 145 Power windows....................................145
Rear window defogger .................. 365
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 366
Windshield wipers ................................. 196 Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster .......196
Position .................................................... 301
Rain-sensing windshield wipers.................................................... 198
Winter driving tips ............................... 298
Wireless remote control key...............114 Battery-Saving Function ..................107
Locking/Unlocking ..............................114
Replacing the battery ...................... 646
WMA disc................................................. 414
XM
® Satellite Radio ........................... 398
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