2014 Lexus GS250 ignition

6227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the engine switch
off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the engine of
your vehicle by turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the
exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional as soon as possible.
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is
not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical
appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the
engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.)
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6428-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
GS250
GS350Left-hand drive
vehiclesRight-hand
drive vehicles
Capacity10.9 L (11.5 qt.,
9.6 I m p . q t . )11.0 L (11.6 qt.,
9.7 I m p.q t.)9.7 L ( 1 0. 3 q t . ,
8.5 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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665What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (→P. 4 8 9 )
●Vehicles with an entry function
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( →P. 2 3 8 )
●Vehicles with an entry function
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the elec-
tronic key on your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of
the radio wave. ( →P. 1 3 4 )
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when
the lock is set. Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( →P. 1 7 2 )
●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside
the trunk will operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take
the key out from the trunk. ( →P. 1 2 8 )
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with
the electronic key left inside
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666What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the
brake pedal? (→P. 2 3 7 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 2 4 0 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle?
(→ P. 1 3 0 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 2 4 1 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way.
(→ P. 6 1 9 )
●Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 6 2 1 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode
(→ P. 6 1 4 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
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667What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle.
(→ P. 2 4 0 )
●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.
204)
●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. 2 4 0 )
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power win-
dow switches
The engine switch is
turned off automatically
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668What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→ P. 547)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 255)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( →P. 544, 552)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move
inside the vehicle during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 8 6 )
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode
or start the engine. A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)
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676Alphabetical index
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Eco drive mode ...................................... 315
Eco Driving Indicator .................. 108, 112
Electric Power Steering (EPS)......... 321Function .................................................... 321
Warning light .......................................546
Warning message.............................557
Electronic key...........................................122
Battery-saving function.....................133
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................. 618
Replacing the battery...................... 489
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .......... 544
If a warning light turns on...............544
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................552
If the battery is discharged ..............621
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................. 618
If the engine will not start .................612
If the parking brake cannot be released......................................... 615
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................................614
If you have a flat tire .............. 577, 592
If you think something is wrong............................................... 542
If your vehicle becomes stuck.....628
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency..........535
If your vehicle needs to
be towed.............................................536
If your vehicle overheats ................625 Emergency brake signal......................321
Emergency flashers............................. 534
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 592
Engine ....................................................... 634 Accessory mode ............................... 238
Compartment ..................................... 454
Engine switch .......................................237
Hood ....................................................... 450
How to start the engine ..................237
Identification number....................... 633
If the engine will not start ................. 612
Ignition switch (engine switch)................................. 237
Overheating ........................................ 625
Engine compartment cover ............. 455
Engine coolant....................................... 459 Capacity................................................. 642
Checking ............................................... 459
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 354
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 99
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil ................................................. 456 Capacity................................................. 635
Checking ............................................... 456
Oil level warning message........... 562
Oil pressure warning message ............................................. 553
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 354
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678Alphabetical index
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Gauges ........................................................ 99
Gear Shift Indicator .............................250
Glove box ................................................404
Glove box light ......................................404
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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Head restraints ....................................... 192
Headlight cleaner ................................. 279
Headlights................................................ 259 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .....................................261
Automatic High Beam system .................................................. 264
Discharge headlights precautions........................................ 532
Follow me home system ................260
Headlight leveling warning message............................................. 556
Light switch ........................................... 259
Replacing light bulbs....................... 530
Wattage.................................................. 647
Head-up display .......................................110
Heaters .......................................................371 Air conditioning system.................... 371
Heated steering wheel...................... 417
Outside rear view mirrors.............396
Seat heaters ............................................419
Hill-start assist control ........................328 Hood.......................................................... 450
Open ....................................................... 450
Warning message ............................ 559
Hooks
Cargo hooks ....................................... 409
Coat hooks............................................. 431
Luggage hook .................................... 409
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............34
Utility hook............................................ 433
Horn ........................................................... 258
Identification ........................................... 633 Engine ..................................................... 633
Vehicle.................................................... 633
Ignition switch (engine switch)........ 237
Illuminated entry system..................... 401
Immobilizer system................................. 80
Indicators .....................................................97
Initialization
Moon roof............................................... 210
Power windows ................................. 205
Tire pressure warning system.................................................. 469
Initiators (tire pressure warning system).................................................... 481
Inside door handle lights ................... 399
Inside rear view mirror .........................196
Instrument panel light control .......... 100
Interior lights........................................... 399
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor .......... 89
ISOFIX rigid anchors ............................ 70
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