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This post will show you step by step how to setup your Lexus GS Bluetooth. Once you have completed these steps you should be able to use your mobile phone through the Lexus GS sound system.

Lexus GS Bluetooth Pairing Steps

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Learn how to Connect an iPhone to the new Lexus GS 350 equipped with Navigation System.

Pairing a iPhone 4 to a Lexus GS 350 with Navigation System

On the Navigation System
- 1. Press the “Menu” button.
- 2. Select “Setup”
- 3. Select “Bluetooth”
- 4. Select “Registered Devices”
- 5. Select “Add New”
- 6. Enter or confirm passkey if prompted by phone.
On the Phone ( iPhone 4)
- 1. Select “Settings” from the main menu.
- 2. Select “General”
- 3. Select “Bluetooth”
- 4. Ensure Bluetooth is ON.
- 5. Select your carkit from the list.
- 6. Enter the PIN or confirm the passkey shown on the vehicle display.
- 7. Select “OK” or “Pair” if necessary.

Bluetooth in a Lexus GS 350

Now that your phone is connected, lets take a look at how to add entries to your phonebook, transfer phone numbers, set “Speed Dial” and how to actually make a phone call using the “Speed Dial”.

Adding an entry to the phonebook

On the Navigation System
- 1. Press the “Phone” or “Off-hook” button.
- 2. Select “Contacts”
- 3. If the phonebook is empty and a “Manual” option is displayed, select it and go to Step 7. Otherwise, go to Step 5.
- 4. If the phonebook is empty and the system does not display a “Manual” option, select “Yes” and refer to the instructions for transferring phone numbers from the phone to the vehicle.
- 5. Select “Options”
- 6. Select “Manage Contacts”
- 7. Select “New Contact”
- 8. Enter a name and select “OK”
- 9. Enter a phone number and select “OK”
- 10. Select one of the following: “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile” or “Other”
- 11. Select “Yes” to add another contact number or “No” to complete the phonebook entry.

How-to transfer all phone numbers from an iPhone 4 to a 2013 Lexus GS 350

On the Navigation System
- 1. Press the “Phone” or “Off-hook” button.
- 2. Select “Contacts”
- 3. If you are prompted to transfer or create contacts, select “Transfer” and if the transfer does not automatically start, proceed to “- On the Phone -”.
- 4. Select “Options”
- 5. Select “Manage Contacts”
- 6. Select “Transfer Contacts”
- 7. Depending on your phone’s capabilities, the system will prompt to either “Update Contacts”, “Replace Contacts” or “Add Contacts”
- 8. If the transfer does not automatically start, proceed to “- On the Phone -”.
On the Phone
- If phonebook transfer does not start automatically, please refer to the instructions for “Adding an Entry to the Phone Book”

How-to transfer a phone number from a 2013 Lexus GS phonebook to the vehicle “Speed Dial”

On the Navigation System
- 1. Press the “Phone” or “Off-hook” button.
- 2. Select “Speed Dials”
- 3. Select any empty Speed Dial location.
- 4. Select “Yes” when prompted.
- 5. Select the desired contact.
- 6. Select the desired phone number.

How-to make a “Speed Dial” phone call from a Lexus GS equipped with Navigation System.

On the Navigation System
- 1. Press the “Phone” or “Off-hook” button.
- 2. Select “Speed Dials”
- 3. Select the desired Speed Dial number.

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The Lexus GS Bluetooth technology will enhance your driving experience! Feel free to call us if you have any trouble configuring your phone, we’re more than happy to help any Lexus owner who hasn’t been successful at pairing their phone.

If you aren’t sure whether your phone has bluetooth, the quickest and easiest way to find out would be to Google your phone manufacturer’s name, along with the model number and “bluetooth”. This should display a result in Google that will show you where your bluetooth settings are.

First 2013 Lexus GS 350 Owner – Lexus of Reno

admin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:54:58 +0000

Our first 2013 Lexus GS 350 owner!

Dennis McDuffy became the first customer here at Lexus of Reno to drive home in a new 2013 GS 350.

The GS 350 is also available to receive the F Sport package, which comes with:

2013 Lexus GS 350 Pricing Announced

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:21:42 +0000

The official pricing from Lexus for the 2013 Lexus GS 350 has been announced.

2013 GS 350 Pricing and Package Options

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2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport | Lexus of Reno

stefan — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:23:25 +0000

Today is about the all-new Lexus GS 350 F Sport. This new GS 350 F Sport represents a new Lexus Design Philosophy, a new chapter for the Lexus Brand and it is all about engaging driving dynamics. The new GS 350 F Sport it’s more that just aggressive driving dynamics or aggressive styling, it’s about the driver being able to take advantage of every one of the 306 hp and about Driver Control.

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On the inside, the driver will experience an all-new seating experience with sixteen way adjustable power seating and Four Way Lumbar Adjustments. The Cabernet Red Leather will be unique to the F Sport Package.

The F Sport Model will be available in RWD and AWD.

The All New Lexus GS 350 F Sport along with the All New Lexus GS 350 will arrive at Lexus of Reno in February 2012.

This GS F Sport is a True Drivers Machine.

Lexus of Reno is the Elite Lexus Dealer in Reno NV serving Carson City, Roseville and Sacramento. We offer a large selection of New and Pre-Owned Lexus vehicles, along with Auto Service, OEM Parts and Accessories and Body Shop. Fell free to contact us by phone at 775-826-5050 or visit our website www.lexusofreno.com

2013 Lexus GS Incentives from Lexus and LFS | Lexus of Reno

stefan — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:49:49 +0000

Lexus GS Special Offer

Lexus and Lexus Financial Services (LFS) are please to announce a Lexus GS Loyalty Lease Extension program along with $1,000 Purchase Certificated effective October 17, 2011 through May 31, 2012.

If you are a current Lexus GS customer and your lease is expiring before February 2012 when Lexus will launch the all-new 2013 Lexus GS, you can now extend your lease and receive a $1,000.00 purchase certificate towards the lease or finance of a new 2013 MY GS through LFS.

Lexus or LFS will contact customers that are eligible for the offer via mail, phone or billing statement.

If you have not received the notification from Lexus or if you missed placed, Lexus of Reno can also call the CSC Dealer Connection to validate customer eligibility and Certificate Numbers.

Lexus GS Loyalty Certificate

Lexus GS350 Gets A New Look For 2013 – Lexus GS 350 | Features On GS 350 Reveal A Sharp Design

admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 01:56:30 +0000

The 2013 Lexus GS 350 was officially revealed today with many compliments coming from people via Facebook and Twitter.

The Lexus GS 350 has a sharp and distinguished look, and backs it all up with impressive performance numbers. There’s no question that Lexus has once again been able to fulfill expectations with the new GS 350.

What does the GS 350 bring to the table?

High Performance – Lexus has been serious about building a performance line-up and the results of this new passion have been very positive from prospective buyers.

The qualities that earned Lexus the respect in luxury have certainly paid off as the same attention to detail is necessary for true high performance.

How did the LF-A accelerate the performance accolades of Lexus earning it the respect it deserved to pass on to future generations?

You’ll just have to drive the 2012 Lexus GS 350 in Reno, Nevada to appreciate the experience. In the meantime, here’s a video that shows the GS 350 being put to the test by Road and Track.

Also, check out the Lexus Facebook Page for more on the new GS 350.

Road & Track Sits Behind Wheel of New 2012 Lexus GS 350

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A new video from Road & Track featuring the 2012 Lexus GS 350. The new GS 350 seems to make its way through the course quite well.

Here’s the press release regarding the 2012 Lexus GS 350 World Premier:

Lexus to Hold World Premiere of the All-New Lexus GS Luxury Sport Sedan at Pebble Beach

TORRANCE, Calif., July 22, 2011 – Lexus will reveal the all-new GS 350 luxury sport sedan on Thursday, August 18th in conjunction with the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

The fourth-generation GS model introduces a more defined and emotional design philosophy featuring a new distinctive front grille and styling cues that will soon be seen on all future Lexus vehicles. The new GS has also been engineered to provide a more engaging and dynamic driving experience and the highest levels of refinement.

“Our customers have been waiting for a new GS that’s more intense in every way,” said Mark Templin, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “They’ll soon discover this GS was well worth the wait.”

The Lexus press conference will take place on Thursday, August 18th at 4:15 p.m. PDT at Parc du Concours.

[source: Lexus]

2011 Lexus GS 350 AWD Is Waiting To Be Claimed

admin — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 14:51:50 +0000

Somewhere along the Oregon coast sits a 2011 Lexus GS 350 AWD, it’s fresh as fresh can be wrapped in plastic and sitting there in the Pacific Northwest port from which it was brought in on a ship.

What if Someone Wanted To Buy It

It may be going a bit far to suggest that I just might want to go down to the dock, and grab this Lexus before it gets to be driven by anyone but me.

Lets say I have been waiting for this exact car, exact color and even though I could have went into a dealer to order it, this one seems a bit more special.

Perhaps just maybe someone else like me wants to buy their new Lexus untouched, with the plastic still on the seats. I’m sure some collectors may be like this but perhaps there is an opportunity, to make the first ones arriving that don’t already have someones name on it, available for purchase.

Buyers looking for a unique experience

Today’s buyers want to be given something unique to experience, and allowing them to know that getting a new car is something they can choose on how the process should work. Maybe they want to make the transaction at the dock, or out in the desert while vacationing at their favorite resort.

The fact is people are looking to be treated in a very special way, and if they don’t want to go to the dealership to get their new car, then why should they?

Do you have a story of how you bought your new vehicle? Or wish to buy your new vehicle, send us your story and we’ll publish it here on the blog.

Lexus GS 350 Is "Grand Sedan"

admin — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:13:47 +0000

The GS350, a Lexus mid-size luxury sedan improved in 2007 when the third generation GS 300 became the GS 350; the 350 indicating a 3.5 liter V-6 and 303 horsepower. More horsepower added to a decidedly luxuriant interior enhanced with an almost overdose of technology. The GS 350 is a great road trip car if your trip doesn’t include the adrenalin rush you get from a sport sedan.

The 2010 GS 350 will set you back $45,600 to $47,550 and comes with a 60º V-6 aluminum block and heads, 4 cams; 4 values per cylinder with dual variable value timing with intelligence (VVT-i).

Moving onto the freeway is no problem with a six-speed sequential-shift automatic electronically controlled transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) and 0 to 60 in 5.8 seconds. All wheel drive and rear wheel drive versions are available. Of course braking is also a necessary event and the 350 comes equipped with four-wheel power-assisted discs, with four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and brake assist.

Coming standard on the GS 350 are 17 inch wheels, a moonroof, dual-climate control, xenon HID headlamps, leather upholstery, 10-speaker CD system, and Bluetooth. Also standard are memory settings for the comfort of driver and passenger. GS 350 options offered are: DVD navigation, a rearview camera, a Mark Levinson surround-sound audio system, the Pre-Collision accident preparedness system, adaptive cruise control and various wheel/tire upgrades.

The 2010 GS 350 is equipped with ten airbags throughout the cabin. The airbags used in tandem with seatbelts, i.e., The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) are placed in strategic locations to cushion victims of frontal or side collisions. The Lexus GS 350 includes: a dual-stage frontal airbag
system (SRS), driver and front passenger’s knee airbags (SRS), front- and rear-seat side curtain airbags (SRS) and front- and rear-seat mounted side airbags (SRS).

More From Lexus on the GS350:

Recently, I had the opportunity to spend some time behind the wheel of the 2010 GS350 and compare it to its primary rivals, the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes E-Class. Though mature in its production life-cycle, the GS is still able to hold its ground against these two formidable competitors. A sleeper within the Lexus fleet, in motion, the GS is more than what meets the eye on comparison spec sheets and gadgetry options lists! To make the GS even more attractive than what its sheet metal would suggest, the Western Area launched earlier this month, a series of support programs to increase affordability like never before! NOW is a great time to take advantage of this rare GS350 opportunity. The following are key points applicable to the GS350, 5-Series, and E-Class:

Lexus GS350:
• Boasts 303hp and 274lb-ft of smooth torque. A blend of performance and refinement is delivered with a relentless power rush and sophisticated exhilaration!
• A toy for the “kid-at-heart!” The GS’ acceleration is breathtaking and pins it occupants to their seats!
• Its design is sleek and sultry… The GS’ lines are guaranteed to make onlookers take notice! Envy isn’t always green!
• Guests can easily dress up their GS with accessories (F-Sport) for a more custom look.
• The GS’ interior is hauntingly silent as if an oasis. In comparison, both BMW and Mercedes feature obscene levels of wind and road noise.
• The ergonomics are practical with a modern and minimalist layout… There’s nothing in your way. Guests are only surrounded with driving necessities.
• The seats are exceptionally comfortable yet sporty.
• The GS is an excellent long range touring machine! Open roads will never be the same!
• BMW 5-Series has a base MSRP of $51,250. Mercedes E-Class bases at $48,600. Each vehicle comes less equipped than the GS. Many of their “options” are “standard” on GS!

GS Build & Special Programs:
• LB – GS350 Sedan: $48,240 – FW LS NV RF VS.
• LB – GS350 Sedan: $51,255 – FW LS MV RF RS SS VS WO.
• PTL – GS350 Sedan: $50,345 – LS NV RF RS VS WO.
• PTL – GS350 Sedan: $50,965 – CS LS NV RF RS VS WO.
• Special 24 month Lease: Tier 1+ .001 RCF.
• Special APR: 2.9% up to 60 months.
• One Pmt Credit on ‘10 models.

BMW 5-Series:
• The 5-Series’ engine requires twin turbo charging to develop power. A dated technique that also lends to potential turbo failure/burnout. It’s potentially an added long term cost to buyers.
• The 5-Series’ engine is also smaller at a mere 3.0 liters. As a result, the BMW must work harder and run at higher rpms to maintain speed. This increases fuel usage. Thus impacting the environment and fuel expenses.
• The 5-Series’ twin turbo-charged engine allows it to barely touch the GS350 with a 5.7 second “sprint” from 0-60mph.
• The navigation system is cumbersome and offers sub-par graphics. Its functionality is also less intuitive and fails in comparison to the GS’ [Gen 6] system.

Mercedes E-Class:
• The E-Class features an engine that is the same size as the GS350 (3.5L). However, due to antiquated technology, it only pumps out 268hp! The E-Class is also slower from 0-60mph than GS by an astonishing .7 seconds! In addition, the GS achieves explosive power and 18/25 city/hwy fuel economy compared to Mercedes’ 18/26 city/hwy economy with far less power and performance!
• Fit and finish on the E-Class is less refined. Its “to the touch” sensations lack the GS’ finesse. In addition, our test vehicle experienced a sliding wood trim-piece became detached. The GS’ interior is snug like a glove yet is still a testament to superior quality of materials and workmanship!
• Though rear folding seats are available on the E-Class, they lend themselves to squeaks and rattles over the course of the vehicle’s life.
• A coupe is available, however, its based on the less luxurious C-Class sedan. Driving the “E” sedan and coupe back-to-back quickly revealed “cut corners…” NOTE: Though GS isn’t offered as a coupe, its sibling, the “IS” is! It exemplifies extraordinary craftsmanship, comfort, and performance compared to the 2010 E-Class Coupe.