2015 Lexus GS350 automatic transmission fluid

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1874-2. 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 shift 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.
6-speed models:
The selected gear, from M1 to M6, will
be fixed and displayed in the meter.
8-speed models:
The selected gear, from M1 to M8, 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
1
2
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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 slippery road surface” is displayed on
the multi information display.
●The vehicle speed is low (upshift only).
■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 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
When the temperature of the transmission fluid or engine oil becomes high, protec-
tion control is performed temporarily. When “Transmission Fluid High Temperature”
is displayed on the multi-information display, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, 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. 5 1 7
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4807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350_OM_OM30F69U_(U)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 abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Warning messageDetails
(AWD models)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision system(Flashes)
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5398-1. 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):12.6 − 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
− 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 − 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine and
all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*2WD10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 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 your transmission accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
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595Alphabetical index
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Armrest door ......................................... 355
Ashtrays.................................................... 342
Assist grip ................................................ 357
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................199
Automatic light control
system ......................................................196
Automatic transmission ...................... 184
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 517
M mode ................................................... 187
Paddle shift switches ......................... 186
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 336
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension system).......................... 249 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 452
Wattage ................................................. 543
Battery ...................................................... 404 Battery checking ................................404
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................... 523
Preparing and checking before winter.................................................... 283
Warning light ....................................... 469
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................ 267
Bluetooth
®*
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................540
Parking brake ........................................ 192
Warning light .......................... 468, 470
Warning message............................. 478
Brake assist ............................................. 248
Break-in tips ............................................. 162
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 82
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................ 267 Blind Spot Monitor function........... 271
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.................................................274
B
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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599Alphabetical index
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First-aid kit storage net ...................... 337
Flat tire ...................................................... 502
Floor mats ................................................... 26
FluidAutomatic transmission ................. 539
Brake ....................................................... 540
Washer ...................................................407
Fog lights ................................................... 201 Replacing light bulbs ........... 445, 453
Switch........................................................ 201
Wattage ..................................................543
Footwell light .......................................... 327
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................47
Front personal lights............................ 328
Front seats .................................................134 Adjustment ............................................. 134
Cleaning .................................................378
Correct driving posture ....................28
Driving position memory ................ 136
Head restraints......................................142
Power easy access system ............ 136
Seat heaters .......................................... 347
Seat position memory....................... 136
Seat ventilators .................................... 347
Front side marker lights .......................196 Light switch ............................................ 196
Replacing light bulbs ........................453
Welcome light illumination
control ................................................... 107 Front turn signal lights ..........................190
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 447
Turn signal lever .................................. 190
Wattage ................................................. 543
Fuel............................................................. 209 Capacity .................................................536
Fuel gauge ................................................. 81
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 467
Information............................................ 544
Refueling ................................................ 209
Type............................................. 209, 536
Warning light ......................................... 471
Warning messages ..........................490
Fuel filler door........................................ 209
Refueling ................................................ 209
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........................... 212
Fuel pump shut off system ................. 467
Fuses........................................................... 427
Garage door opener.......................... 359
Gauges.......................................................... 81
Glove box ............................................... 332
Glove box light...................................... 332
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