2020 Lexus GS F Owner's Manuals

GS350_GS F_OM_OM30J07U_(U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt,
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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For your information................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ................................ 32
For safe driving .............................. 34
Seat belts .......................................... 36
SRS airbags ....................................... 41
Front passenger occupant classification system ................. 52
Safety information for children ................................... 58
Child restraint systems ............... 59
Installing child restraints............. 63
Exhaust gas precautions.............. 71
1-2. LEXUS Enform LEXUS Enform Safety Connect..........................................72
1-3. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system........ 77
Alarm ................................................. 79 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators .............................. 84
Gauges and meters (GS350)....................................... 92
Gauges and meters (GS F)...... 98
Multi-information display (GS350)..................................... 106
Multi-information display (GS F) ............................................. 114
Head-up display ........................... 126
Fuel consumption information ..................................133
3-1. Key information Keys .................................................. 138
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ................................................143
Trunk .................................................149
Smart access system with push-butto n start .............156
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats ......................................164
Driving position memory..........166
Head restraints .............................. 171
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2Instrument cluster
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3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .............................. 174
Inside rear view mirror ..............175
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 177
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................. 181
Moon roof ...................................... 184
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ..................... 188
Cargo and luggage .................... 197
Vehicle load limits .....................200
Trailer towing ............................... 201
Dinghy towing ............................. 202
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ign ition) switch ........... 203
Automatic transmission ..........208
Turn signal lever ...........................216
Parking brake ................................ 217
Brake Hold .....................................219
ASC (Active Sound Control) (GS F) ............................................ 221
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ........................ 222
Automatic High Beam............. 225
Windshield wipers and washer ................................ 229 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 234
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System + ............. 239
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....................................... 245
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......................................... 256
Dynamic radar cr uise control
with full-speed range............. 266
Cruise control ............................. 278
Driving mode select switch ............................................ 281
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 286
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function .................................... 290
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function......................... 292
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) (GS F) ................ 295
Driving assist systems .............. 297
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips..................... 305
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5-1. Remote Touch screenRemote Touch/12.3-inch display............................................312
5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system ......... 318
Rear air conditioning system.......................................... 329
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/seat
ventilators................................... 332
5-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ......................... 337• Interior lights .......................... 338
• Personal lights....................... 338
5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ............ 340• Glove box .................................341
• Console box ............................341
• Cup holders ........................... 342
• Auxiliary boxes ..................... 343
Trunk features ............................. 344 5-5. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............ 346 • Sun visors ................................ 346
• Vanity mirrors ....................... 346
• Clock ........................................ 347
• Ashtrays................................... 347
• Power outlets ........................ 348
• Armrest.................................... 348
•Rear sunshade/
rear door sunshades .......... 349
•Trunk storage extension ...................................351
• Coat hooks............................. 352
• Assist grips ............................. 352
Garage door opener ............... 353
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................ 362
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................. 367
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements... 370
General maintenance.............. 372
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs.................................... 375
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions................................ 376
Hood ............................................... 378
Positioning a floor jack ............ 379
Engine compartment ................ 381
Tires ................................................. 394
Tire inflation pressure .............. 404
Wheels ........................................... 407
Air conditioning filter ............... 409
Electronic key battery................. 411
Checking and replacing fuses................................................413
Headlight aim (vehicles with single-beam head lights) ........ 417
Light bulbs ......................................419
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers .................. 424
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................ 425
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ................................ 426 7-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................427
If you think something is wrong................ 433
Fuel pump shut off system...... 434
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ......................................... 435
If a warning message is displayed .................................... 442
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare tire) ......................... 473
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without spare ti re) .................. 484
If the engine will not start ........ 498
If the parking brake cannot be released................................500
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................... 502
If the vehicle battery is discharged.................................505
If your vehicle overheats......... 509
If the vehicle becomes stuck ...............................................513
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8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ....................516
Fuel information ......................... 529
Tire information .......................... 532
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 542
8-3. Initialization Items to initialize......................... 557
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners .................................... 560
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................................561
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French).............................................. 563
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) (vehicles with
single-beam headlights).....................571 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting)............................... 574
Alphabetical inde x ................................ 578
8Vehicle specifications
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Index
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
• Audio system
• Intuitive parking assist• Navigation system
• Lexus parking assist monitor

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For your information
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some expl anations for equipment not installed on your
vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However,
because of the Lexus policy of continual pr oduct improvement, we reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, th e vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your
vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from
under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage
check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are cur-
rently available in the market. You should kn ow that Toyota does not warrant these prod-
ucts and is not responsible fo r their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any
damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification with
non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may
even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems
resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic
systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/seque ntial multiport fuel injection system
●Lexus Safety System +
●Cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●Vehicle dynamics integrated management
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system