2017 Lexus GS350 Transmission

3584-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving mode select switch
GS350/GS200t (vehicles without Adaptive Variable Suspension system)
Normal mode
For normal driving
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode when selected to Eco
drive mode or sport mode.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating.
When not in Eco drive mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the left,
the “ECO” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
Sport mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the transmission, engine and
steering. Suitable for when precise handling is desirable, for exampl e when
driving on mountain roads.
When not in Sport mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the right, the
“SPORT” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
The driving modes can be select ed to suit driving condition.
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5107-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or
commercial towing service before towing. ●The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.
If towing is necessary, we recommen d having your vehicle towed by any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus au thorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer or commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed
truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing , and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

5387-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
(AWD models only)
Indicates a malfunctio n in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

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When trouble arises
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WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding
area is clear to avoid striking other vehi cles, objects or people. The vehicle may also
lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than nec- essary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.

6268-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific gravity reading at 20 C
(68 F):1.250 or higher
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity *
GS35010.0 L (10.6 qt., 8.8 Imp.qt.)
GS200t8.7 L (9.2 qt., 7.7 Imp.qt.)
GS F11.2 L (11.8 qt., 9.9 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyot a Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....... 375
Function .................................................. 375
Warning light ........................................ 519
Warning message............................. 524
Approach warning ...................338, 350
Armrest.....................................................430
Armrest door.......................................... 433
ASC (Active Sound Control)........... 261
Ashtrays .................................................... 429
Assist grips .............................................. 434
Audio input *
Audio system *
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................................... 264
Automatic High Beam ....................... 270
Automatic light control system ...... 262
Automatic transmission ..................... 246 If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................................... 253
M mode .................................................. 249
Paddle shift switches ........................ 248
AUX port *
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 423
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension system) .......................... 376 Back-up light
Replacing light bulb ......................... 504
Battery....................................................... 466
If the vehicle has discharged battery.................................................. 597
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 383
Warning light.........................................518
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) .............. 363
Blind Spot Monitor function ........ 368
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function ............................................... 370
Bluetooth ®
*
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 628
Parking brake ...................................... 256
Warning light............................ 518, 520
Warning message ............................ 524
Brake assist ............................................ 375
Brake Hold .............................................. 259
Break-in tips ........................................... 224
Brightness control Instrument panel li ght control ...........111
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 363 Blind Spot Monitor function ........ 368
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function.................................... 370B
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Emergency brake signal .................... 376
Emergency flashers ............................ 508
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 573
Engine......................................................... 616 Accessory mode.................................. 241
Compartment...................................... 454
Engine switch....................................... 240
Hood ..........................................................451
How to start the engine .................. 240
Identification number ........................ 615
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ................................ 240
Overheating .........................................602
Engine compartment cover ............. 457
Engine coolant ....................................... 464 Capacity ................................................. 625
Checking ............................................... 464
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................383
Engine coolant temperature gauge.............................................. 108, 113
Engine oil.................................................. 459 Capacity .................................................. 618
Checking ...............................................459
Oil level warning message ........... 524
Oil pressure warning message.............................................. 524
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................383 Engine switch ......................................... 240
Auto power off function ..................242
Changing the engine switch modes.................................................... 241
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .........509
Starting the engine............................ 240
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 376
Function.................................................. 376
Warning light.........................................519
Warning message ............................ 524
Expert mode........................................... 378
First-aid kit storage net ...................... 425
Flat tire
Vehicles with spare tire.................. 557
Vehicles without spare tire........... 573
Floor mats ................................................... 42
Fluid Automatic transmission.................. 626
Brake ....................................................... 628
Washer ................................................... 470
Fog lights .................................................. 275
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 504
Switch .......................................................275
Follow me home system .................... 263
Footwell light ............................................416
Front air conditioning system .......... 396
Front fog lights ....................................... 275 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 504
Switch .......................................................275
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Seat belt reminder light ......................520
Seat belts ..................................................... 46
Adjusting the seat belt .........................47
Child restraint system installation...............................................77
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ....................................... 445
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR).................................. 48
How to wear your seat belt ............. 46
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 48
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ......................................... 49
Reminder light and buzzer ...........520
Seat belt pretensioners .......................47
SRS warning light................................ 518
Seat heaters ............................................. 412
Seat position memory .......................... 199
Seat ventilators ....................................... 412
Seats ............................................................ 196 Adjustment ............................................. 196
Adjustment precautions ................... 197
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................. 76
Cleaning................................................. 444
Driving position memory ................ 199
Head restraints.................................... 204
Power easy access system ............ 199
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 44
Seat heaters ............................................ 412
Seat position memory ...................... 199
Seat ventilators ...................................... 412 Sensor
Automatic headlight system ........ 264
Automatic High Beam system.................................................. 270
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 210
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor...... 95
Lexus parking assist-sensor *
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control)..................... 317
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ........ 307
Radar sensor ...........................288, 367
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers .................................................. 280
Service reminder indicators ............. 100
S-FLOW mode ..................................... 397
Shift lever ................................................. 246
Automatic transmission.................. 246
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 253
Shift lever light .........................................416
Shift lock system ................................... 252
Side airbags .................................................51
Side display ............................................. 394
Side mirrors ............................................... 211
Adjusting and folding .......................... 211
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............ 363
Linked mirror function when reversing .............................................. 212
Mirror position memory .................. 199
Side turn signal lights .......................... 255
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 504
Turn signal lever................................. 255
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