2019 Lexus GS350 Owner's Manual

4577-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(AWD models only)
Indicates a malfunctio n in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the VGRS (Variable Gear
Ratio Steering)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the DRS (Dynamic Rear
Steering) A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(GS350/GS300 only)
Indicates a malfunction in th e electronically controlled
brake system A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive in
this condition is dangerous.
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4587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates an attempt was made to engage the parking
brake while drivingA buzzer also sounds.
 Press the parking brake switch. If the warning mes-
sage is still displayed, have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Press the parking brake switch. If the warning mes-
sage is still displayed, have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that LKA (Lane-Ke eping Assist) system cannot
be used due to the vehicle speed being too high
 Slow down.
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4597-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates that the engine switch is turned off or turned to
ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door is opened
while the lights are turned on A buzzer also sounds.
 Turn the lights off.
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the
engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the windows are not fully closed (with the
engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows.
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are not
fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver’s
door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows and the moon roof.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
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4607-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates that the brake hold system cannot be turned offA buzzer also sounds.
 Depress the brake pedal.
Indicates that the brake hold system is not available
The reason the brake hold system is not available may
be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the driver’s door.
 Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
Indicates that the brake hold system is unable to con-
tinue brake hold function
The reason the brake hold system is not continue may
be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Depress the brake pedal.
 Close the driver’s door.
 Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
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4617-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates that the parking brake is set automatically while
the brake hold system is holding the brakes A buzzer also sounds.
 Release the parking brake.
(AWD models only)
Indicates the AWD sy stem has overheated
A buzzer also sounds.
 Reduce the vehicle speed or stop the vehicle in a
safe place.
(AWD models only)
Indicates the AWD sy stem has overheated
A buzzer also sounds.
 Reduce the vehicle speed or stop the vehicle in a
safe place.
(GS F only)
Indicates a malfunction in the TVD (Torque Vectoring
Differential) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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4627-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(GS F only)
Indicates that the TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
system has overheatedThis message may be disp layed when driving under
extremely high load conditions such as the following:
• Continuously driving at high speeds or through
sharp turns
• If either right or left rear tire loses traction and spins
continuously
A buzzer also sounds.
 Drive the vehicle for a while, while avoiding
extremely high load conditions.
Indicates a malfunction in th e Drive-Start Control system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake override system A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
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4637-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates that engine oil level is low
This message may ap pear if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to
see if the message disappears.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Automatic High Beam system (if equipped);
• The AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if
equipped); or
• The LED headlight system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(GS F for Canada only)
Indicates that the brake pads are worn out
A buzzer also sounds
 Have the vehicle inspected visually by your Lexus
dealer.
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4647-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(GS F for U.S.A. only)
Indicates that the brake pads are worn outA buzzer also sounds
 Have the vehicle inspected visually by your Lexus
dealer.
Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedals are
being depressed simultaneously, and the brake override
system is operating.
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress the
brake pedal. ( P. 189)
Indicates that the tire in flation pressure is low
 Check the tire inflation pressure, and adjust to the
appropriate level.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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