Lexus GS450H Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-

rors, and steering column

2

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

7

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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When driving

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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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Interior features

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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

5

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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