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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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■When the window cannot be opened or closed
When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates unusually and
the door window cannot be opened or closed , perform the following operations with the
power window switch of that door.
●Stop the vehicle. With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode , within 4 seconds of
the jam protection function or catch protecti on function activating, continuously oper-
ate the power window switch in the one-to uch closing direction or one-touch opening
direction so that the door window can be opened and closed.
●If the door window cannot be opened and closed even when performing the above
operations, perform the following procedure for function initialization.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction and com-
pletely close the door window.
Release the power window switch for a mo ment, resume pulling the switch in the
one-touch closing direction, and hold it there for approximately 6 seconds or more.
Press and hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening direc tion. After
the door window is completely opened, cont inue holding the switch for an additional
1 second or more.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pushing the switch in the
one-touch opening direction, and hold it there for approximately 4 seconds or
more.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction again.
After the door window is completely closed, continue holding the switch for a fur-
ther 1 second or more.
If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning.
If the window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have the vehicle inspected
by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus auth orized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Door lock linked window operation
●The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key. * ( P. 594)
●The power windows can be opened and closed using the wireless remote control. *
(  P. 159)
* : These settings must be customized at an y authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■When the battery is disconnected
The window lock switch is disabled. If ne cessary, press the window lock switch after
reconnecting the battery.
■Power windows open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the instru-
ment cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the
power windows open.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 634)
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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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■When the moon roof does not close normally
Perform the following procedure:
●If the moon roof closes but then re-opens slightly
Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch. *1
The moon roof will close, reopen an d pause for approximately 10 seconds. *2
Then it
will close again, tilt up and pause for approx imately 1 second. Finally, it will tilt down,
open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the switch.
●If the moon roof tilts do wn but then tilts back up
Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “UP” switch *1
until the moon roof moves into the tilt up position
and stops.
Release the “UP” switch once and then press and hold the “UP” switch again. *1
The moon roof will pause for approximatel y 10 seconds in the tilt up position.*2
Then it will adjust slightly and pause fo r approximately 1 second. Finally, it will tilt
down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the switch.
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: If the switch is released at the incorrec t time, the procedure will have to be per-
formed again from the beginning.
* 2
: If the switch is released after the above mentioned 10 second pause, automatic
operation will be disabled. In that case, pr ess and hold the “CLOSE” or “UP” switch,
and the moon roof will tilt up and pause fo r approximately 1 second. Then it will tilt
down, open and close. Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed
and then release the switch.
If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above procedure cor-
rectly, have the vehicle inspected by any au thorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Moon roof open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the instru-
ment cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the
moon roof open.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 634)
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4Driving
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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle..................... 222
Cargo and luggage .................... 231
Trailer towing (vehicles without towing package) ..... 232
Trailer towing (vehicles with towing package)......................233
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ...........240
Automatic transmission........... 246
Turn signal lever .........................255
Parking brake ..............................256
Brake Hold (GS350/GS200t) ...............259
ASC (Active Sound Control) (GS F) ........................ 261
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 262
AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)........................................265
Automatic High Beam .............270
Fog light switch ........................... 275
Windshield wipers and washer................................. 276
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap......282 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Lexus Safety System+ ..............286
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) ........................................ 295
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......................................... 307
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..............317
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .......... 326
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range.............. 331
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 343
Cruise control .............................355
Driving mode select switch ...........................................358
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 363

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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause
the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possi ble to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
●GS200t: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high-load driving. Stop the
engine only after the turbocharger has cooled down. ( P. 225)
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 557, 573)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus auth orized repairer, or any reliable repairer
check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer (AWD models), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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■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 becomes high, protection control is per-
formed temporarily. When “Transmission Fl uid Temp High See Owner’s Manual” is dis-
played on the multi-information display, ha ve the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Downshifting restrict ions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may sometimes
be restricted. In some circumstances, downsh ifting 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 driving in
snow mode.
■When driving with cruise control, dynamic radar cruise control or dynamic radar
cruise control with full-speed range activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking,
engine braking will not activate because cruise control, dynamic radar cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range will not be canceled.
●6-speed models: While driving in the D position, downshifting to 5 or 4.
(  P. 331, 355)
●8-speed models: While driving in the D position, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. ( P. 331, 343, 355)
●When switching the driving mode to spor t mode while driving in D position. (P. 358)
■Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)
●When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine output may be
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■Parking brake operation
●When the engine switch is not in IGNI TION ON mode, the parking brake cannot be
released using the parking brake switch.
●When the engine switch is not in IGNITION ON mode, automatic mode (automatic
brake setting and releasing) is not available.
●If the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time, the system may
restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain from operating the
parking brake. Normal operation wi ll return after about 1 minute.
●Vehicles with towing package: In situations such as when parking while towing a trailer,
the maximum amount of braking force can be used by pressing the parking brake
switch with the parking brake already set.
●Vehicles without towing package: In situations such as when parking on a steep slope *,
the maximum amount of braking force can be used by pressing the parking brake
switch with the parking brake already set.
* : Use wheel chocks when parking on a steep slope.
■Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This
does not indicate a malfunction.
■Parking brake indicator light
●Depending on the engine switch mode, the parking brake indicator light will come on
and stay on as described below:
IGNITION ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in IGNITION ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.
●When the engine switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking brake indi-
cator light will stay on for about 15 seco nds. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning message will turn on or flash. ( P. 520, 524)
Depending on the condition, the park ing brake indicator light may flash.
■Parking the vehicle P. 222
■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer P. 528
■Usage in winter time P. 383

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Brake Hold (GS350/GS200t)
Turns the brake hold system onThe brake hold standby indicator
(green) comes on. While the system is
holding the brake, the brake hold oper-
ated indicator (yellow) comes on.
■Brake hold system operating conditions
The brake hold system cannot be turn ed on in the following conditions:
●The driver’s door is not closed.
●The driver is not wearing the seat belt.
●“EPB Activation Stopped Incompletely” or “Electronic Parking Brake Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-information display.
If any of the conditions above are detected when the brake hold system is enabled, the
system will turn off and the brake hold standby indicator light will go off. In addition, if any
of the conditions are detected while the sy stem is holding the brake, a warning buzzer
will sound and a message will be shown on th e multi-information display. The parking
brake will then be set automatically.
■Brake hold function
●If the brake pedal is left released for a pe riod of about 3 minutes after the system has
started holding the brake, th e parking brake will be set automatically. In this case, a
warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display.
●To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake, firmly depress the brake
pedal and press the button again.
●The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep incline.
In this situation, it may be necessary for the driver to apply the brakes. A warning
buzzer will sound and the multi-information disp lay will inform the driver of this situa-
tion. ( P. 524)
The brake hold system keeps the brake a pplied when the shift lever is in D, M
or N with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the
vehicle. The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is
depressed with the shift lever in D or M to allow smooth start off.

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ASC (Active Sound Control) (GS F)
The ASC system can be operated
when the driving mode select switch is
in the following modes. (P. 361)
● SPORT S mode/customized mode
(powertrain control is set to
“POWER”): Sounds are output from
the rear.
● SPORT S+ mode: When the engine
speed is in the low-to-medium
speed range, sounds are output
from the rear. At high engine speeds,
sounds are mainly output from the
front.
Press the ASC switch. The indicator on switch will turn off.
Press the switch again to turn the system
back on.
Even if the indicator is illuminated, when
the driving mode select switch is in Nor-
mal, Eco drive or customized mode
(powertrain control is not set to
“POWER”), ASC does not operate.
■Automatic reactivation of ASC system
Even after the ASC system has been turned off, turning the engine off and then on again
will automatically react ivate the ASC system.
The ASC system directs certain sounds from the front and rear of the cabin to
the vehicle interior, and harmonizes these sounds with the actual sound of the
engine and exhaust in order to allow the driver to feel acceleration and the
state of the engine more strongly.
Disabling the ASC system