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*1: Open door warning buzzer:→ P. 4 8 5
*2: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is
not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the
buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h),
the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the
buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas-
tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger that his
or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the vehicle reaches a
speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the
buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas-
tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such
as • Natural causes ( →P. 4 74 )
• Flat tire ( →P. 5 0 2 )
Adjust the tire inflation pressure
to the specified level.
The light will turn off after a
few minutes. In case the light
does not turn off even if the
tire inflation pressure is
adjusted, have the system
checked by your Lexus
dealer.
When the light comes on after
blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure
warning system
Have the system checked by
your Lexus dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
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When trouble arises
■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warning message may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-
vehicle distance decreases:
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the
vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
■The LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) lane departure warning function (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warning message will not be displayed even if a lane line is
crossed.
●When the vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LKA system
functions
●When the lane lines cannot be recognized
●When the steering wheel is turned as far as necessary to cause the vehicle to
change lanes
■Open door warning message
The open door warning message continues to display until a door or the trunk is fully
closed, even if the engine switch is turned off. However, approximately 20 minutes
after a door or the trunk is not fully closed, the battery-saving function operates and
the display turns off even though a door or the trunk is not fully closed.
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5007-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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InteriorbuzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Once
The driver’s door
was opened and
closed with the
engine switch
turned off and then
the engine switch
was put in ACCES-
SORY mode twice
without the engine
being started.
Press the
engine
switch while
depressing
the brake
pedal.
During an engine
starting procedure
in the event that the
electronic key was
not functioning
properly ( →P. 5 2 1 ) ,
the engine switch
was touched with
the electronic key.
Press the
engine
switch
within 10
seconds of
the buzzer
sounding.
Once
The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
engine switch being
pressed.
Press the
engine
switch while
depressing
the brake
pedal and
moving the
steering
wheel left
and right.
Once
The engine switch
has been turned off
with the shift lever
in a position other
than P or N.
Shift the
shift lever to
P.
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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5167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350_OM_OM30F69U_(U)One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (
→P. 5 2 3 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair proce-
dures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning nor-
mally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depress-
ing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
1
2
3
4
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5227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when stop-
ping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. (→P. 4 2 5 )
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed.( →P. 1 7 8 )
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart access system with push-button start has not been deac-
tivated in the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: →P. 559)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. ( →P. 113)
CAUTION
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows and moon
roof
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that there is
no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window
or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in the power window or moon roof.
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5247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350_OM_OM30F69U_(U)Start the engine of the second ve
hicle. 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 your Lexus dealer 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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4
5
6
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5257-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■When recharging or replacing the battery
●Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the
battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is activated. (→P. 7 3 )
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged but
will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is recon-
nected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery was dis-
charged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is
not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to
come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as
brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with
each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the bat-
tery.
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597Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system ............199
DefoggerFront windshield ................................ 309
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 324
Rear window ........................................ 324
Differential Front differential ................................. 540
Rear differential .................................. 540
Dimension ............................................... 534
Dinghy towing.......................................... 176
Display
12.3-inch display.................................295
Dynamic radar crui se control....... 218
Lexus night view ................................. 278
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ......... 237
Multi-information display ..................84
Trip information .................................... 85
Warning message .............................478
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 389
Door courtesy lights Location .................................................. 327
Wattage ..................................................543
Doors...........................................................123
Automatic door locking and unlocking system.................... 125
Door glasses ........................................... 151
Door lock .................................................123
Open door warning buzzer.............. 111
Open door warning light.................471
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 148
Rear door child-protector...............124 Driver’s seat position memory.......... 136
Driving position memory................. 137
Memory recall function ....................139
Power easy access system .............136
Driving ........................................................ 160 Break-in tips ........................................... 162
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving mode select switch .......... 243
Procedures ............................................ 160
Winter drive tips ................................ 283
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ........249 Function .................................................. 249
Warning message............................. 484
DVD player
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Dynamic radar cruise control ...........218 Function ....................................................218
Warning message.................. 481, 488
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ........249
Function .................................................. 249
Warning message............................. 484
Eco drive mode......................................243
Eco Driving Indicator .................... 90, 94
EDR (Event data recorder)................... 10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........249 Function .................................................. 249
Warning light ....................................... 469
Warning message............................. 483
Electronic key .......................................... 104
Battery-saving function ......................113
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................520
Replacing the battery ...................... 425
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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