2017 Lexus GS F trailer

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3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................. 154
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ............................................... 159
Trunk ................................................ 166
Smart entry & start system ...... 173
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats...................................... 196
Driving position memory ......... 199
Head restraints............................204
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................207
Inside rear view mirror.............209
Outside rear view mirrors .........211
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................ 214
Moon roof .......................................217 4-1. Before driving
Driving 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
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1-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
■Tilt sensor detection cons iderations (if equipped)
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the following situations:
●The vehicle is transported by a ferry, trailer, train, etc.
●The vehicle is parked in a parking garage.
●The vehicle is inside a car wash that moves the vehicle.
●Any of the tires loses air pressure.
●The vehicle is jacked up.
●An earthquake occurs or the road caves in.
NOTICE
■To ensure the intrusion sensor function correctly
●Installing accessories other than genuine Lexus parts or leaving objects between the
driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat may reduce the detection performance.
●To ensure that the sensors operate properly,
do not touch or cover them.
●Do not spray air fresheners or other products
directly into the sensor holes.

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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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■Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recommended:
●For the first 300 km (186 miles):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 800 km (500 miles):
Do not tow a trailer.
●For the first 1000 km (621 miles):

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Driving
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■Idling time before engine stop (GS200t)
To prevent damage to the turbocharger, allow the engine to idle immediately after hig h-
load driving.
Driving conditionIdling time
Normal city driving or high-speed driving (at the
highway speed limit or recommended speed)Not necessary
Steep hill driving, contin uous driving (race track
driving etc.), or towing a trailer or another vehicle
(vehicles with towing package)
Approximately 1 minute

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Trailer towing (vehicles without towing package)
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also does
not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier
for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer
towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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Driving
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Trailer towing (vehicles with towing package)
◆Weight limits
Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass), MPAC
(Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and permissible drawbar load before
towing. (P. 612)
◆Towing hitch/bracket
Lexus recommends the use of the Lexus hitch/bracket for your vehicle. Other
products of a suitable nature and comparable quality may also be used.
Your vehicle is designed primaril y as a passenger carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, brak-
ing, durability, and fuel consumption. Your safety and satisfaction depend on
the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. For your
safety and the safety of others, do not overload the vehicle or trailer.
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance
with the trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions.
Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a
trailer for commercial purposes.
Ask your local authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer for further details before towing, as there are additional legal
requirements in some countries.

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■Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar load
Total trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus the
trailer load should be within the max-
imum towing capacity. Exceeding
this weight is dangerous. ( P. 612)
When towing a trailer, use a friction
coupler or friction stabilizer (sway
control device).
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that the drawbar load is greater than 25 kg (55.1 lb.) or
4% of the towing capacity. Do not let the drawbar load exceed the indicated
weight. ( P. 612)
■Information tag (manufacturer’s label)
Gross vehicle mass
The combined weight of the driver,
passengers, towing hitch, luggage,
total curb mass and drawbar load
should not exceed the gross vehicle
mass by more than 100 kg (220.5
lb.). Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous.
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum permissible
axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted at sea level.
Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be reduced at high altitudes.
Important points regarding trailer loads
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WARNING
■When the gross vehicle mass limit or maximum permissible axle capacity is exceeded
Do not exceed the established speed limit fo r towing a trailer in built-up areas or 100
km/h (62 mph), whichever is lower.
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.
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