2017 Lexus GS350 air condition

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Rear air conditioning system 
■Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “
” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease the
temperature.
: If equipped
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Control panel
Set automatic mode on/off
Turn the fan off Change the airflow mode
Adjust the temperature setting1
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Interior features
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■Changing the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets change as follo ws each time is pressed.
: Air flows to the upper body.
: Air flows to the upper body and feet.
: Air flows to the feet.
Press .
The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets and fan speed will be adjusted
automatically.
“AUTO” will be displaye d on the control panel.
Adjust the temperature setting.
When the rear seat heaters are set to “AUTO” mode, the system is operated automat-
ically according to the set temperature, outside temperature, etc.
To stop the operation, press the “OFF” button.
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the selected
air flow mode.
Using automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets
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2

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■Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
■Button lock function
■Rear control panel illumination off function
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2
To prevent inadvertent operation, the buttons on
the rear armrest can be locked. Press
until you hear a beep to lock the buttons. Press-
ing again until you hear a beep will
release the lock.
The indicator appears on the display when the
buttons are locked.
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest
can be turned off. Press until you hear a
beep to turn the illumination off. Pressing
again until you hear a beep will turn the illumina-
tion on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is off.

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Interior features
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Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat vent ilators maintain good airflow by blow-
ing air from the seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:

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● Modes and indicators
The mode can be changed by pressing the switch.
* : When automatic mode is selected, the leve l 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 tempera-
ture 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
1
2
ModeLevel indicator lightsAutomatic operation *
OffOff
Hi3Hi  Mid  Lo
Mid2Mid  Lo
Lo1Lo

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■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.
■Automatic operation of the seat heater during Eco drive mode
If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive mode in cold temperatures, the
seat heater may be automatically operated to assist heating performance.
■Automatic operation during S-FLOW mode
The front seat heater and ventilator or the rear seat heater may automatically turn off
when S-FLOW mode is turned on during automatic mode. ( P. 397)
■Button lock function (vehicle s with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some bu ttons on the rear armrest can be locked.
(  P. 410)
■When the switch is disabled (v ehicles with rear control panel)
When the rear control panel switch cannot be operated even though the button lock
function is released, check whether the sw itch is disabled due to selecting on
Remote Touch screen. ( P. 403)
■Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. ( P. 410)
■Customization
The automatic operation of the front seat heaters (without seat ventilators) and the auto-
matic mode settings for the front seat heaters and ventilators or the rear seat heaters can
be changed. (Customizable features: P. 647)
Current operation
Starting operation mode and amount of time elapsed
until engine switch in IGNITION ON mode
0 to 15 minutesOver 15 minutes
HiHiHi
MidMidHi
LoLoHi

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WARNING
■For your safety
●Please drive safely.
The function of this system is to assist you in making the Emergency Call in case of
accidents as traffic accidents or sudden medi cal emergencies, and it does not protect
the driver or the passengers in any way. Plea se drive safely and fasten your seatbelts
at all times for your safety.
●In case of an emergency, make lives the top priority.
●If you smell anything burning or another unus ual smell, do not stay inside the vehicle
and evacuate to a safe area immediately.
●Since the system detects shocks, the automatic reporting may not always occur syn-
chronized with the operation of the airbag system. (If the vehicle is bumped from
behind, etc.)
●The airbag may not inflate even in case of an accident, if it does not involve high
impact. In such cases, the system may not make emergency calls automatically. The
system may also not make automatic emergency calls even if the airbag has been
inflated. If any of these should occur, plea se report to the Public Safety Answering
Point (PSAP) by operating the “SOS” button.
●For safety, do not make the Emergency Call while driving.
Making calls during driving may cause mish andling of the steering wheel, which may
lead to unexpected accidents.
Stop the vehicle and confirm the safety of the area before making the Emergency
Call.
●When changing fuses, please use fuses that correspond to the described standard.
If you use fuses other than those described, it may cause ignition or smoke in the cir-
cuit and may lead to a fire.
●Using the system while there is smoke or an unusual smell may cause a fire. Stop
using the system immediately and consult any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage
Do not pour any liquid on to the “SOS” button panel etc. and make any impact to it.
■If the “SOS” button panel malfunctions
It may not be able to make the Emergency Call or inform you of the correct condition
of the system. If the “SOS” button panel has been broken, please consult any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■If there is any malfunction of the speaker or the microphone during the Emergency
Call or the Manual Maintenance Check
You will not be able to communicate with the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)
operator.
If any of this equipment has been broken, please consult any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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6Maintenance and care
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6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................ 440
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................. 444
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ............................ 447
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions................................ 449
Hood ................................................ 451
Positioning a floor jack ............ 452
Engine compartment ............... 454
Tires ...................................................471
Tire inflation pressure ..............485
Wheels ........................................... 487
Air conditioning filter ...............489
Electronic key battery............... 491
Checking and replacing fuses.............................................. 493
Light bulbs.....................................498