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Old 08-17-15, 10:14 AM
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Does anyone know how I can get access to the "dealer only" settings? There are a series of settings that can "only" be set by the dealer, but I was wondering if anyone know the way to do it w/o having to visit the dealership to get it done.
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Search for "Carista". They have an app and hardware to access. Works great.
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Your should be searching for "lexus personalized settings". Don't know what year your car is so you can try this link for the Gs350 to start. The forum also has a wealth of info. Good luck!

And just in case... http://www.lexus.com/pdf/service/GS_with_nav_LPS.pdf
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Yes, that's the pdf that I looked at but the part that I'm interested in is the "dealer only" section. I want to be able to change the settings like window roll down with the unlock button. btw, it's a 2015 GS350.
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Carista will let you change that setting.
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Has anyone taken their car to the dealership to get this done? Do they charge for it or is it free?
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Originally Posted by conboi
Has anyone taken their car to the dealership to get this done? Do they charge for it or is it free?
Some might charge but my local one, pull up, service writer goes and grabs a tech with techstream, they turn it on and you're on your way. You could always call your local dealer and ask
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Originally Posted by conboi
Has anyone taken their car to the dealership to get this done? Do they charge for it or is it free?
It's free the first time. Then it depends on the kindness of your service advisor.
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Carista allows you to access and change more settings than you knew existed. Need the app for google or iPhone PLUS the Carista dongle; $49, I think on Amazon.
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Do you think you will only change the setitngs once? If so, it would be ok at the dealership.
I like being able to adjust anything on a whim. With Carista, no appointment, driving to the dealer, and for sure no cost after the modest initial investment.
Even if the dealer was free for life , I would use the Carista app. My time (wasted at a dealership) is worth more to me.
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For the 2015 GS350, does anyone know if the Carista dongle can adjust the Auto Lock by Speed?
Because in 2015, Auto Lock by Speed is not adjustable in the Menu System.
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Amazon.com: Carista OBD Adapter for iPhone/iPad and Android: Automotive Amazon.com: Carista OBD Adapter for iPhone/iPad and Android: Automotive


Where do we plug this Carista dongle into?

Amazon.com: Carista OBD2: Appstore for Android Amazon.com: Carista OBD2: Appstore for Android


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Default Dealer only settings

Could someone post a how to video?

Thanks
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a list of things adjustable

http://www.caristaapp.com/customizat...xus_gs350_2013

Doors / Windows / Remote:

Blink turn signals when locking/unlocking with remote
YES / NO

Beep when locking/unlocking with remote
YES / NO

Volume of beep when locking/unocking with remote
OFF / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / MAX

Beep when opening/closing windows with remote
YES / NO

Warn when door can't be locked with remote because it's open
YES / NO

Warn when a window is still open when locking doors
YES / NO

Warn when sunroof is still open when locking doors
YES / NO

Panic function on remote
ENABLED / DISABLED

Open trunk lid with remote
SINGLE CLICK / DOUBLE CLICK / LONG PRESS / VERY LONG PRESS / DISABLED

Re-lock doors automatically if you unlock, but don't open a door
YES / NO

Re-lock doors automatically if you unlock, but don't open a door within…
30 SECONDS / 60 SECONDS / 120 SECONDS

Unlock doors via remote
DRIVER'S DOOR ON 1ST PRESS, ALL ON 2ND / ALL DOORS ON 1ST PRESS

Unlock doors via physical key
DRIVER'S DOOR ON 1ST PRESS, ALL ON 2ND / ALL DOORS ON 1ST PRESS

Unlock doors via smart key (door handle button)
DRIVER'S DOOR ON 1ST PRESS, ALL ON 2ND / ALL DOORS ON 1ST PRESS

Auto-lock doors when moving
ON / OFF

Lock doors when shifting into gear
ON / OFF

Unlock doors when shifting into park (P)
ON / OFF

Unlock all doors when driver's door is opened
ON / OFF

After locking with smart key, allow re-opening within…
0.5 SECONDS / 1.5 SECONDS / 2.5 SECONDS / 5 SECONDS

Smart key location to start car
FRONT SEATS / ANYWHERE IN VEHICLE

Unlock trunk when smart key in range
YES / NO

Open windows and sunroof by holding key in door lock
ON / OFF

Close windows and sunroof by holding key in door lock
ON / OFF

Open windows and sunroof via long-press on remote
ON / OFF

Auto fold side-view mirrors (req. power folding mirrors)
WITH IGNITION / WITH DOOR LOCKS / DISABLED

Lower passenger-side mirror when in reverse gear (req. memory seats)
DEFAULT / USER-SPECIFIED



Instruments / Display / Dings:

Engine start indicator
ON / OFF

Display odometer after ignition is turned off for…
30 SECONDS / 1 MINUTE / 10 MINUTES / OFF

Ding when headlights are left on
YES / NO

Seat belt warning ding (driver)
ENABLED / DISABLED

Seat belt warning ding (front passenger)
ENABLED / DISABLED

Turn signal click volume
LOW / MEDIUM / HIGH

Remote low battery warning
ON / OFF

ECO Drive indicator zone
ON / OFF



Lights:

Daytime running lights
ON / OFF

Coming-home lights duration
OFF / 30 SECONDS / 60 SECONDS / 90 SECONDS

Auto headlights activation threshold
DARKEST / DARKER / NORMAL / LIGHTER / LIGHTEST

Turn on marker lights when vehicle is unlocked via remote
ON / OFF

Instrument lights dimming sensitivity
DARKEST / DARKER / NORMAL / LIGHTER / LIGHTEST

Instrument lights restoring sensitivity
DARKEST / DARKER / NORMAL / LIGHTER / LIGHTEST

Dim interior lights after…
7 SECONDS / 15 SECONDS / 30 SECONDS

Turn on interior lights when you shut off engine
YES / NO

Turn on interior lights when you unlock doors
YES / NO

Turn on interior lights when smart key in range
YES / NO

Interior footlight (bright when doors open, dim when driving)
YES / NO

Turn on interior door-handle & center console lights dimly (flood lights) when ignition is on and shifter is not in park (P)
YES / NO

Turn on exterior footlight (on side mirror) when smart key in range
YES / NO

Turn on exterior footlight (on side mirror) when doors unlocked via remote
YES / NO

Turn on exterior footlight (on side mirror) for…
OFF / 7 SECONDS / 15 SECONDS / 30 SECONDS

Interior light control
ENABLED / DISABLED

Exterior light control
ENABLED / DISABLED



Heater & A/C:

Temperature dial calibration
-2°C / -1°C / NORMAL / +1°C / +2°C

Ambient temperature calibration
-3°C / -2°C / -1°C / NORMAL / +1°C / +2°C / +3°C

A/C evaporator control
AUTOMATIC / MANUAL

A/C ECO mode
ENABLED / DISABLED

Auto-increase blower speed when front defroster is on
YES / NO

Auto-turn on A/C when AUTO button pressed (if needed)
YES / NO

Deactivate front defroster when AUTO button pressed
YES / NO

Also blow to feet in "face" mode
YES / NO

Seat heater mode
AUTOMATIC / MANUAL

Fan speed reaches its target…
SLOWLY / NORMALLY / FAST



Other:

Roll down rear shade when in reverse gear
YES / NO

Delay for rolling down rear shade when in reverse gear
IMMEDIATE / 0.7 SECONDS / 0.9 SECONDS / 1.2 SECONDS

Slide driver's seat back for easy exit
OFF / SHORT / STANDARD

Move driver's seat side support for easy exit
YES / NO

Move driver's seat lumbar support for easy exit
YES / NO

Move driver's seat pelvis support for easy exit
YES / NO

Move passenger's seat side support for easy exit
YES / NO

Move passenger's seat lumbar support for easy exit
YES / NO

Move passenger's seat pelvis support for easy exit
YES / NO
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Originally Posted by Hotrod70
Could someone post a how to video?

Thanks
http://www.caristaapp.com/help/


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