Lexus GS350 (2020 year). Manual in english - page 6

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Switches between odometer, trip meter
and maintenance required information
displays. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the button
will reset the trip meter.

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

Darker
Brighter

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The meters and display illuminate when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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Instrument panel brightness adjustment

The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted

individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail

lights will not change the instrument panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made

to the instrument panel brightness levels will be applied to both settings at once.

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Limitation of brightness adjustment

The brightness of the instrument panel lights is automatically adjusted based on the light

sensor detecting how bright the surroundings are. However, if the instrument panel

brightness has been manually set to either the brightest or darkest setting, the automatic

adjustment will not be performed.

Changing the display

Instrument panel light control

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Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the

display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a

garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.

Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

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Pop-up display

In some situations, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display or the odometer/trip meter/maintenance required information screen.
Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. (

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P. 543)

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Liquid crystal display

Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic

of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.

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Clock settings

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Customization

The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display.
(Customizable features:



P. 542)

If the screen shown to the right is displayed

when trying to change the time display method

through

(



P. 106) on the multi-infor-

mation display, the system may be malfunction-

ing.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus

dealer.

WARNING

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The information display at low temperatures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information

display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond

slowly, and display changes may be delayed.

For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number

appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift again, causing

rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or

injury.

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NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the engine and its components

●

Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates

the maximum engine speed.

●

The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red

zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the

engine after it has cooled completely. (

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P. 509)

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Gauges and meters (GS F)

If the drive mode is changed, some of the meter displays and the gauge layout
will be changed.

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Normal mode/CUSTOMIZED mode



Eco drive mode

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

SPORT S mode



SPORT S+ mode

The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.

: The illustrations show the default meter display. The meter display can be changed on

the settings screen of the multi-information display.

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Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (

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P. 114)

Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (

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P. 442)

Fuel gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature. If the engine coolant temperature gauge
indicator (

) enters the red zone, a buzzer will sound and the indicator will turn red

and start flashing. Also, a warning message will be displayed.

Engine oil temperature gauge

Displays the engine oil temperature. If the engine oil temperature gauge indicator
(

) enters the red zone, the indicator will turn red and start flashing.

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F

(50°C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature

is 37°F (3°C) or lower.

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute

Digital speedometer
Analog speedometer
Shift position and gear position

Displays the selected shift position or selected shift range (

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P. 208)

Odometer and trip meter display

Odometer:

Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Trip meter:

Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip

meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances inde-

pendently.

Eco driving meter

Displays the vehicle acceleration. The more rapidly the vehicle is accelerated, the

lower the number of blue segments displayed, indicating that your driving is less eco-

friendly. This meter is designed as a guideline to show the eco-friendliness of your

driving.

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Speed indicator

When the vehicle reaches the set
speed, the displayed unit of speed
measure will turn yellow.

The indicators will be displayed in

yellow (corresponding to a speed set

by a user) or red (fixed at 100 mph
[160 km/h])

This setting can be enabled on the

multi-information display.

: Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.

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Rev indicator (SPORT S mode screen/SPORT S+ mode screen)

When the shift lever is in M, an indi-
cator on the tachometer will be dis-
played in 3 steps. When the 3rd
level indicator is displayed, the indi-
cator will flash and a buzzer will
sound to notify you of shift-up timing.

The indicator may be displayed when

downshifting, depending on the

engine speed.



SPORT S mode

screen



SPORT S+ mode

screen

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Rev peak (Normal mode screen/SPORT S mode screen)

The engine speed reaches or
exceeds 3600 rpm, an afterimage
of the tachometer will be displayed
at the highest engine speed for
approximately 1 second.

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Odometer/Trip meter

Switches between odometer and
trip meter displays. When the trip
meter is displayed, pressing and
holding the button will reset the trip
meter.

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Meter display and layout

If the drive mode is changed, some
of the meter displays and the gauge
layout will be changed.

Changing the display

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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

Darker
Brighter

■

The meters and display illuminate when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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Welcome illumination of the analog speedometer

●

When the driver’s door is opened, the analog speedometer will illuminate.

Then, when the driver’s door is closed, the analog speedometer will illuminate and go

off (pulsate) 3 times.

●

In the following situations, the analog speedometer will not pulsate even though the

driver’s door is opened and closed:
• Within 60 seconds after the analog meter pulsation completes

• Within 60 seconds of turning the engine switch off

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Variable red zone

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Eco driving meter

●

The number of blue segments displayed on the eco driving meter decreases/increases

depending on the vehicle acceleration. Use this meter as a guideline when you wish to

drive in an eco-friendly manner that reduces fuel consumption.

However, on a downward grade where the vehicle can accelerate without the acceler-

ator pedal being depressed, the eco driving meter may not display the eco-driving

state correctly.

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When the shift lever is moved to P, N or R, the segments will turn gray and the eco driv-

ing meter will not operate.

Instrument panel light control

To help protect the engine, the engine speed is

controlled by changing the starting position of

the tachometer’s red zone depending on the

engine coolant temperature within a range from

3700 rpm to 7300 rpm.

Before driving under extremely high load condi-

tions, make sure to sufficiently warm up the

engine.

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Instrument panel brightness adjustment

The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted

individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail

lights will not change the instrument panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made

to the instrument panel brightness levels will be applied to both settings at once.

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Dimming the analog speedometer lighting

The analog speedometer lighting will be dimmed when the ambient light is bright, such

as during the daytime, and SPORT S or SPORT S+ mode screen is selected.

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Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the

display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a

garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.

Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

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Pop-up display

In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up display will

be temporarily displayed on the multi-information display.
Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. (



P. 545)

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Liquid crystal display

Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic

of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.

■

Customization

The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display.
(Customizable features:



P. 542)

WARNING

■

The information display at low temperatures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information

display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond

slowly, and display changes may be delayed.

For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number

appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift again, causing

rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or

injury.

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NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and its components

●

Do not let the indicator of the tachometer enter the red zone, as it represents the

engine speed range which exceeds the maximum safe engine speed.

●

In the following situations, the engine may be overheating. In this case, immediately

stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely.

(



P. 509)

• The engine coolant temperature gauge indicator (

) is in the red zone and flash-

ing.

• The engine oil temperature gauge indicator (

) is in the red zone and flashing.

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Multi-information display (GS350)

The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data.

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Menu icons

Displays the following information when an icon is selected. (

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P. 108)

Some of the information may be displayed automatically depending on the situa-
tion.

Drive information

Select to display various drive data. (

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P. 108)

Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)

Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.

• Route guidance

• Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)

Audio system-linked display

Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the meter using the

meter control switches.

Driving assist system information

Select to display the cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control with full-

speed range/LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) (if equipped) information, when the

system is used. (

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P. 256, 266, 278)

Warning message display

Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a malfunction is

detected. (

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P. 442)

Display contents



Except F SPORT models



F SPORT models

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Settings display

Select to change the meter display settings. (

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P. 543)

The multi-information display is oper-
ated using the meter control switches.

: Switch menu

: Change displayed con-

tent, scroll up/down the
screen and move the cur-
sor up/down

Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset
Return to the previous screen
Press: Displays the screen registered to

When no screen has been registered, the drive information screen will be displayed.

Press and hold: Registers the currently displayed screen to (

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P. 543)

When the confirmation screen is displayed, select yes to register the screen. If the

selected screen cannot be registered, a registration failure message will be shown.

Operating the meter control switches

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Items displayed can be switched by pressing

of the meter control

switches to select

and pressing

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Current fuel consumption

Displays the current rate of fuel consumption

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Average fuel economy (after reset

/after start/after refuel)

Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset, the
engine was started, and the vehicle was refueled, respectively

Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

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Average speed (after reset

/after start)

Displays the average vehicle speed since the function was reset and the
engine was started, respectively

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Elapsed time (after reset

/after start)

Displays the elapsed time since the function was reset and the engine was
started, respectively

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Distance (range/after start)

Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity
of fuel remaining and the distance driven after the engine was started respec-
tively.

• This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result,

the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.

• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be

updated.

When refueling, turn the engine switch off. If the vehicle is refueled without turning

the engine switch off, the display may not be updated.

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Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display

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P. 91

Drive information

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G-forces

Displays lateral G-forces on the vehicle
Also displays, around the periphery of the G-force display, the left and right
steering amount, accelerator pedal input, and brake fluid pressure

Acceleration G-force on the
vehicle
Current G-force value (analyzed
value of front/rear and left/right
G-forces)
Accelerator pedal input
Brake fluid pressure
Record of the maximum G-forces
Steering amount

Actual vehicle conditions may differ from the displayed information depending on

road conditions, temperature, vehicle speed and other factors.

Use this information as reference.

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Resetting the record of maximum G-forces
Press and hold

to reset the record.

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Peak hold function (F SPORT models)
If lateral G-forces of 0.5 G or greater are generated, the G-force value dis-
play will turn amber and be held for 2 seconds.

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Tire inflation pressure

Displays inflation pressure of each tire.

The inflation pressure of the compact spare tire will not be displayed.

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LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) vehicle sway warning (if equipped)

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P. 256

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Display off

A blank screen is displayed

: Displayed when the item is set in “Drive Info 1”, “Drive Info 2” or “Drive Info 3”.