2019 Lexus GS F engine overheat

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GS F_OM_OM30G90U_(U)4-5. Using the driving support systems
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS,
brake assist, VSC, TRAC, Hill-start assist
control and VGRS systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is
depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to
move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these sys-
tems.
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operating.
None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard afte r the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slig htly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down s lightly after the ABS is activated.
■EPS, VGRS and DRS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automatically re-
enabled in the following situations:
●When the engine swit ch is turned off
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases
If both TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will not occur
when vehicle speed increases.
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from overheating
when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The steering
wheel may feel heavy as a result . Should this occur, refrain from excessive steering input
or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The EPS system should return to normal
within 10 minutes.
■Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will operate;
●The shift lever is in a position other than N or P (when starting off forward/backward on
an upward incline).
●The vehicle is stopped.
●The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
●The parking brake is not engaged.
■Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will be cancel ed in any of the following situations;
●The shift lever is shifted to N or P.
●The accelerator pedal is depressed.
●The parking brake is engaged.
●Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.

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ning system and defogger
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heater is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automati cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators 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 or seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to pr event the minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●To prevent damage to the seat heaters/seat ventilators, do not put heavy objects that
have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.)
into the seat.
●To prevent battery discharge, do not us e the functions when the engine is off.
Heated steering wheel (If equipped)

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7When trouble arises
7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers................... 424
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .................................425 7-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................ 426
If you think something is wrong ................ 432
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 433
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds.......................................... 434
If a warning message is displayed.......................................441
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare tire) ......................... 472
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without spare tire)...................483
If the engine will not start ........ 497
If the parking brake cannot be released ................................ 499
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................... 501
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................504
If your vehicle overheats .........509
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................................. 515

4477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LKA (Lane- Keeping Assist) system has
determined that the driver does not have their hands on
the steering wheel while the steering control function is
on If the driver operates the steering wheel only a small
amount, the system may be unable to detect the steer-
ing wheel operations and this warning may be dis-
played.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Firmly hold the steering wheel.
(If equipped)
Indicates that steering control function is temporarily
canceled due to the LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) system
determining that the driver does not have their hands on
the steering wheel while the steering control function is
on
If the driver operates the steering wheel only a small
amount, the system may be unable to detect the steer-
ing wheel operations and this warning may be dis-
played.
 Firmly hold the steering wheel.
Indicates that the parking brake system is overheating
A buzzer also sounds.
 Do not use the parking brake until the message dis-
appears.
Indicates an engine malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 sufficiently, 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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582Alphabetical index
GS F_OM_OM30G90U_(U)
Child restraint system............................ 59Booster seats, definition ....................59
Booster seats, installation.................. 67
Convertible seats, definition ............59
Convertible seats, installation .........65
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 52
Infant seats, definition ..........................59
Infant seats, installation .......................65
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ..................... 64
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........65
Installing CRS with top tether strap .........................68
Child safety ................................................ 58 Airbag precautions .............................. 44
Battery precautions .............. 391, 508
Child restraint system .........................59
How your child should wear the seat belt ................................. 37, 38
Installing child restraints..................... 63
Moon roof precautions....................180
Power window lock switch ............ 175
Power window precautions ........... 177
Rear door child-protectors ........... 140
Removed electronic key battery precautions.................. 411
Seat belt comfort guide ..................... 37
Seat belt extender precautions ......40
Seat belt precautions .......................... 62
Seat heater precautions.................. 324
Trunk precautions............................... 146 Child-protectors .................................... 140
Cleaning .......................................358, 362
Aluminum wheels ..............................359
Exterior ...................................................358
Interior ..................................................... 362
Seat belts................................................ 363
Clock................................................. 87, 339
Coat hooks ..............................................344
Condenser.............................................. 388
Console box ........................................... 333
Console box light ................................. 333
Consumption screen ............................ 128
Cooling system ..................................... 386 Engine overheating ......................... 509
Consumption screen ............................ 127
Cruise control Cruise control ....................................... 271
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 259
Cup holders............................................ 334
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 42
Customizable features ...................... 545
Daytime running light system............ 217
Defogger Front windshield...................................316
Outside rear view mirrors ..............316
Rear window..........................................316
Differential Front differential ................................. 526
Rear differential................................... 527
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Eco drive mode ......................................274
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 85
Eco driving meter .................................... 92
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 290Function ................................................. 290
Warning light .......................................435
Warning message .............................. 441
Electronic key ..........................................132 Battery-saving function .................... 152
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................. 501
Replacing the battery ........................ 410
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...........434
If a warning light turns on...............434
If a warning message is displayed ......................................... 441
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 501
If the engine will not start................ 497
If the parking brake cannot be released ....................... 499
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 504
If you have a flat tire ..............472, 483
If you think something is wrong............................................... 432
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 515
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................425
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................................426
If your vehicle overheats ............... 509 Emergency flashers .............................424
Emergency tire puncture repair
kit ............................................................. 483
Engine Accessory mode ................................ 198
Compartment ..................................... 376
Engine switch ........................................ 197
Hood........................................................ 373
How to start the engine.................... 197
Identification number.......................520
Ignition switch (engine switch.................................... 197
Overheating........................................ 509
Engine compartment cover..............379
Engine coolant ...................................... 386 Capacity................................................. 525
Checking ...............................................386
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................ 86, 94
Engine immobilizer system .................. 72
Engine oil ...................................................381 Capacity................................................. 522
Checking ................................................ 381
Oil level warning message ............. 441
Oil pressure warning message............................. 441
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
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Outer foot lightsOuter foot lights .................................329
Replacing light bulbs ........................420
Wattage ................................................... 531
Outside rear view mirrors ................... 171 Adjusting and folding.......................... 171
Blind Spot Monitor............................ 279
Linked mirror function when reversing ..................................173
Mirror position memory .................. 160
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ............................. 316
Outside temperature display ..... 87, 94
Overheating, Engine ..........................509
Paddle shift switches ........................... 204
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist)
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Parking brake............................................ 211 If the parking brake cannot be released ....................... 499
Operation ................................................. 211
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................................ 441
Parking brake engaged warning message ............................ 441
Parking lights ............................................216 Light switch ............................................ 216
Replacing light bulbs ........................420
Welcome light illumination control ......................... 138 PCS (Pre-Collision System)............ 238
Function .................................................. 238
Warning light ....................................... 435
Warning message............................... 441
Personal lights ....................................... 330
Power easy access system .................160
Pop-up display ............................... 105, 117
Power outlets ......................................... 340
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system)................................ 290 Warning light ....................................... 435
Warning message............................... 441
Power trunk opener and closer ....... 143
Power windows....................................... 175 Door lock linked window operation ........................... 176
Jam protection function.................... 175
Operation................................................ 175
Window lock switch .......................... 175
Pre-Collision System (PCS)............ 238 Function .................................................. 238
Warning light ....................................... 435
Warning message............................... 441
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