2016 Lexus GS350 air conditioning

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ning system and defogger
●Modes and indicators
The mode can be changed by pressing the switch.
*: When automatic mode is selected, the level automatically changes depending on the
air conditioning settings.
■Seat heaters (without seat ventilators) (if equipped)
Seat heater switches
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level is
displayed.
●Modes and indicators
The mode changes each time the switch is pressed as follows:
*: The mode changes automatically depending on the amount of time that has elapsed.
The amount of time until the mode changes varies depending on the interior tem-
perature when the seat heater was operated and other factors.
Mode“AUTO” indicator lightLevel indicator lights
OffOffOff
Automatic*On3 to 1, or off
HiOff3
MidOff2
LoOff1
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ModeLevel indicator lightsAutomatic operation*
OffOff
Hi3Hi  Mid  Lo
Mid2Mid  Lo
Lo1Lo

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Interior features
■Seat ventilators (without seat heaters) (if equipped)
Seat ventilator switches
Level indicator lights
The seat ventilator fan speed level is
displayed.
●Modes and indicators
The mode changes each time the switch is pressed as follows:
■The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Seat heater control (vehicles without automatic mode)
The seat heater automatically changes operatio ns. If the engine switch is turned off while
the seat heater is operating, the starting operation of the heater differs depending on the
amount of time that elapses before it is turned back on.
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ModeLevel indicator lights
OffOff
Hi3
Mid2
Lo1
Current operation
Starting operation mode and amount of time
elapsed until engine swit ch in IGNITION ON mode
0 to 15 minutesOver 15 minutes
HiHiHi
MidMidHi
LoLoHi

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6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................. 378
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................. 382
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requ irements ...385
General maintena nce .............. 387
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................390
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 391
Hood ............................................... 393
Positioning a floor jack ............. 394
Engine compartment ............... 396
Tires ................................................... 413
Tire inflation pressure ............... 422
Wheels ........................................... 425
Air conditioning filter ................427
Electronic key battery .............. 429
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 431
Headlight aim (vehicles with single-beam headlights)....... 435
Light bulbs..................................... 437

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WA R N I N G
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly,
become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe
the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from
the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving
as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel and
battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
(  P. 4 0 8 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or fallin g material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in
your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.

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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift up the side
with the stay, disconnect the stay
tabs and remove the partition by
pulling horizontally.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
cover.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
case.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Remove the air conditioning filter
from the filter case and replace it
with a new one.
The “
UP” marks shown on the filter
and the filter case should be pointing up.
■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filt er according to the maintenance schedule. In
dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For
scheduled maintenance informat ion, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
■Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function
When fragrances are placed in your vehicle, the deodorizing effect may become signifi-
cantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out cont inuously, replace the air conditioning filter.
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NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.

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Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is tempo-
rarily unavailable
When conditions improve, the system resumes
operation. If this item is displayed continuously, have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Air conditioning, heater and other operations are tem-
porarily limited due to high power consumption
 Turn off unnecessary electronic equipment to
reduce power consumption.
Please wait until the power supply returns to nor-
mal.
If this item is frequently displayed, have the vehicle
inspected at your Lexus dealer immediately.
(If equipped)
Indicates that part of the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
sensor is dirty, covered with ice, etc.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Remove any dirt, ice, etc.
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine
coolant temperature gauge ( P. 86, 92) enters the
red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down suff iciently, inspect the hoses and cooling
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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