Lexus GS450H Owner's manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column
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When driving
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information
3
Interior features
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience
4
Maintenance
and care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information
5
When trouble
arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident
6
Vehicle
specifications
Detailed vehicle information
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For owners
Reporting safety defects for US owners and seat belt in-
structions for Canadian owners
Index
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system................................... 24
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................................... 35
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and trunk
Smart access system
with push-button start................. 39
Wireless remote control............... 51
Doors.................................................... 54
Trunk..................................................... 59
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats.......................................... 64
Driving position memory
system ............................................... 66
Head restraints................................. 70
Seat belts ............................................ 74
Steering wheel................................... 81
Inside rear view mirror.................. 82
Outside rear view mirrors.......... 83
1-5. Opening and closing
the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................... 85
Moon roof ......................................... 88
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap............ 91
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ........................ 96
Alarm.................................................... 98
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)........................................... 100
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture .............. 101
SRS airbags ..................................... 103
Front passenger occupant
classification system.................... 115
Child restraint systems ................. 121
Installing child restraints............. 125
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........................ 138
Power (ignition) switch............... 148
Transmission ................................... 152
Turn signal lever ............................ 156
Parking brake ................................. 157
Horn.................................................... 158
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 159
Indicators and
warning lights............................... 163
Multi-information display........... 166
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch............................ 169
Fog light switch ............................... 172
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 173
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 178
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 179
Dynamic radar cruise
control............................................. 183
Intuitive parking assist ................. 195
Rear view monitor system......... 210
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension System).................. 213
Driving assist systems.................. 214
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) ............ 221
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage..................... 227
Vehicle load limits......................... 231
Winter driving tips ....................... 232
Trailer towing................................. 236
Dinghy towing ............................... 237
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3-1. Using the touch screen
Touch screen ................................. 240
Setting the touch screen ........... 243
3-2. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ........................................... 248
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers ............ 256
Windshield wiper de-icer......... 257
3-3. Using the audio system
Audio system type ...................... 258
Using the radio............................... 261
Using the cassette player.......... 270
Using the CD player................... 274
Playing MP3 and
WMA discs.................................. 279
Using the DVD player............... 283
Playing DVD video/audio....... 286
Playing video CD
(with DVD player).................... 298
CD/DVD player and DVD
video disc information............ 302
Optimal use of the
audio/video system................... 314
Using the AUX adapter............. 319
Using the steering switches.... 320
3-4. Using the hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)................... 323
Using the Bluetooth
®
phone ............................................ 328
Setting the hands-free
system ............................................ 343
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list............................ 369
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features............... 372
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors......................................... 379
Vanity mirrors............................... 380
Clock.................................................. 381
Outside temperature
display ........................................... 382
Ashtrays .......................................... 383
Cigarette lighter.......................... 384
Power outlet.................................. 385
Seat heaters/ventilators........... 386
Armrest ........................................... 388
Rear sunshade.............................. 389
Floor mats......................................... 391
Trunk features................................ 392
Garage door opener.................. 394
Compass......................................... 400
Lexus Link System ....................... 404
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................... 420
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior.................... 423
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements..... 426
General maintenance................ 428
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 431
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself
service precautions.................. 432
Hood.................................................. 435
Positioning a floor jack............... 436
Engine compartment................. 438
Tires ................................................... 452
Tire inflation pressure................. 462
Wheels.............................................. 467
Air conditioning filter.................. 469
Electronic key battery................ 472
Checking and
replacing fuses ........................... 474
Headlight aim ............................... 489
Light bulbs....................................... 492
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ................... 500
If your vehicle needs
to be towed................................... 501
If you think something is
wrong............................................. 507
Event data recorder................... 508
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or
a warning buzzer sounds........ 510
If a warning message is
displayed........................................ 519
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
with standard tires)................... 536
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
with run-flat tires) ...................... 546
If the hybrid system
will not start.................................. 547
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ......................... 548
If you lose your keys.................... 549
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ...................... 550
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged .................................. 553
If your vehicle overheats........... 557
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................................... 560
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Maintenance and care
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When trouble arises
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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 564
Fuel information............................ 574
Tire information............................. 577
6-2. Customization
Customizable features.............. 590
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize .......................... 596
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.......................... 598
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French)................................... 599
Abbreviation list........................ 602
Alphabetical index ................... 604
What to do if... ..............................614
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Vehicle specifications
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For owners
Index
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Headlight (high beam)
P. 169
Pictorial index
Exterior
Turn signal light
P. 156
Fog light
P. 172
Side marker light
P. 169
Headlight (low beam)
P. 169
Hood
P. 435
Parking light
P. 169
Windshield wipers
P. 173
Moon roof
P. 88
Outside rear view
mirror
P. 83
Side turn signal light
P. 156
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Tire
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
Information
P. 452
P. 536
P. 572
P. 577
Tail lights
P. 169
Side marker light
P. 169
Trunk
P. 59
Rear window defogger
P. 256
Door
P. 54
Fuel filler door
P. 91
Turn signal light
P. 156
: If equipped
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A
Pictorial index
Interior
SRS front passenger
airbag
P. 103
SRS knee airbags
P. 103
Floor mat
P. 391
Front seat
P. 64
SRS side airbag
P. 103
Console box
P. 374
Power outlet
P. 385
Ashtray
P. 383
Cup holders
P. 377
Armrest
P. 388
SRS driver airbag
P. 103
Seat belt
P. 74
Door pocket
P. 378
Head restraint
P. 70
AUX adapter
P. 319
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Compass
P. 400
Garage door opener switches
P. 394
Inside rear view mirror
P. 82
Personal light
P. 371
Moon roof switch
P. 88
Interior light
P. 370
Vanity mirror
P. 380
Personal light
P. 371
Interior light
P. 370
Sun visor
P. 379
SRS curtain shield airbag
P. 103
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: If equipped
Lexus Link System switches
P. 404
Overhead console
P. 375
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B
Driving position memory switches
P. 66
Power window switches
P. 85
Pictorial index
Interior
Inside lock button
P. 54
Window lock switch
P. 85
Door lock switch
P. 54
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Shift lever
P. 152
Cigarette lighter
P. 384
Ashtray
P. 383
Shift lock override button
P. 548
Cup holders
P. 377
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: If equipped
Seat heater/ventilator switches
P. 386
VSC OFF switch
P. 216
Coin holder
P. 377
Mode select switch
P. 153
AVS switch
P. 213
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Pictorial index
Instrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
P. 169
P. 156
P. 172
Gauges and meters
P. 159
Multi-information display
P. 166
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P. 173
“POWER” switch
P. 148
Parking brake pedal
P. 157
Trunk opener main switch
P. 59
Glove box
P. 373
Hood lock release lever
P. 435
Trunk opener
P. 59
Fuel filler door opener
P. 91
Horn
P. 158
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Audio remote control switches
P. 320
Cruise control switch
P. 179, 183
Telephone switch
P. 323
“DISP” switch
P. 167
Distance switch
P. 186
Talk switch*
P. 335
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch
P. 81
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Pictorial index
Instrument panel
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
P. 256
Emergency flashers
P. 500
Air conditioning
system
P. 248
Audio system
P. 258
Navigation system*
Touch screen
P. 240
Security indicator
P. 96, 98
Clock
P. 381
Outside temperature display
P. 382
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“AFS OFF” switch
P. 170
Rear sunshade switch
P. 389
Headlight cleaner switch
P. 178
Intuitive parking assist switch
P. 195
Odometer/trip meter and
trip meter reset buttons
P. 160
Instrument panel light control
P. 160
Outside rear view mirror switches
P. 83
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound
coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evapo-
ration leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for 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 perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the hybrid system, multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection system, dynamic radar cruise control system,
cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, vehicle dynamics integrated manage-
ment, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with
your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding
installation.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same
amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or
home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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CAUTION
General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol
and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,
which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers
or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts
the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can
result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or
others.
General precautions regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or
use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is
also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette
lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat
build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
Dispose of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been removed, there
is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connec-
tors are touched. In the event of that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid
battery must be disposed of your Lexus dealer or a qualified service shop. If the
hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, they may cause electric shock that can
result in death or serious injury.
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