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Conditions under which the Blind Spot Monitor function may not function cor-
rectly

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The Blind Spot Monitor function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following
conditions:
• During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow etc.
• When ice or mud etc. is attached to the rear bumper
• When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, standing water etc.
• When there is a significant difference in speed between your vehicle and the

vehicle that enters the detection area

• When a vehicle is in the detection area from a stop and remains in the detection

area as your vehicle accelerates

• When driving up or down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, a dip in the

road etc.

• When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each vehicle
• When vehicle lanes are wide, and the vehicle in the next lane is too far away

from your vehicle

• When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling at about the same

speed as your vehicle

• When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the

vehicle that enters the detection area

• Directly after the BSM main switch is set to on

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Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor function unnecessarily detecting a vehicle and/
or object may increase under the following conditions:
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail, wall

etc.

• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following vehi-

cle

• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from your

vehicle enters the detection area

• When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehicle

Summary of Contents for GS 450h

Page 1: ...ng etc 4 Driving Operations and advices which are necessary for driving 5 Interior features Usage of the interior features etc 6 Maintenance andcare Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures 7 Whentrouble arises What to do in case of malfunction or emergency 8 Vehicle specifications Vehicle specifications customizable features etc 9 For owners Reporting safety defects for U S owners and s...

Page 2: ...ftdeterrentsystem Immobilizer system 81 Alarm 83 2 Instrumentcluster Warning lights and indicators 86 Gauges and meters 91 Multi information display 96 Head up display 104 Energy monitor consumption screen 111 3 1 Key information Keys 120 3 2 Opening closingand locking thedoorsandtrunk Smart access system with push button start 123 Wireless remote control 136 Doors 139 Trunk 143 3 3 Adjustingthe s...

Page 3: ...ndwipers Headlight switch 217 Fog light switch 222 Windshield wipers and washer 223 Headlight cleaner switch 230 4 4 Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap 231 4 5 Using thedriving support systems Cruise control 236 Dynamic radar cruise control 240 Dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range 255 LKA Lane Keeping Assist 271 Driving mode select switch 281 Driving assist systems 284 PCS Pre Colli...

Page 4: ... Console box 369 Cup holders 370 Auxiliary boxes 372 Trunk features 373 5 5 Otherinteriorfeatures Sun visors and vanity mirrors 375 Clock 376 Ashtrays 377 Power outlets 378 Heated steering wheel 380 Seat heaters seat ventilators 382 Armrest 386 Rear sunshade rear door sunshades 387 Coat hooks 390 Assist grips 391 Utility hook 392 Garage door opener 393 LEXUS Enform Safety Connect 400 6 1 Maintenan...

Page 5: ...lashers 494 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency 495 7 2 Stepstotakeinan emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed 496 If you think something is wrong 502 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds 503 If a warning message is displayed 513 If you have a flat tire 541 If the hybrid system will not start 554 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P 556 If the parking br...

Page 6: ...Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners in French 613 SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners in French 615 Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners in French 624 What to do if Troubleshooting 628 Alphabetical index 634 8 Vehiclespecifications 9 For owners Index For information regarding the equipment listed below refer to the NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Audio syst...

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Page 8: ...al minutes This is the sound of a fuel evapo ration leakage check and it does not indicate a malfunction 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...

Page 9: ...bag system Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two way radio system 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 electr...

Page 10: ... research and development and improve quality Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased In response to an official request by the police a court of law or a government agency For use by Lexus in a lawsuit For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or ...

Page 11: ... data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR ...

Page 12: ...red 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 dr...

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Page 14: ... cause damage to or a malfunction in the vehicle or its equipment Indicates operating or working procedures Follow the steps in numerical order Indicates the action pushing turning etc used to operate switches and other devices Indicates the outcome of an operation e g a lid opens Indicates the component or position being explained Means Do not Do not do this or Do not let this hap pen ...

Page 15: ...6U_ U How to search Searchingby name Alphabetical index P 634 Searching by installation posi tion Pictorial index P 16 Searchingby symptomorsound What to do if Troubleshooting P 628 Searchingby title Table of contents P 2 ...

Page 16: ... 167 Locking unlocking by using the mechanical key P 559 Warning lights warning messages P 506 520 Trunk P 143 Opening from inside the cabin P 143 Opening from outside P 124 136 Opening by using the mechanical key P 560 Warning lights warning messages P 506 521 Outsiderearviewmirrors P 164 Adjusting the mirror angle P 164 Folding the mirrors P 164 Driving position memory P 152 Defogging the mirror...

Page 17: ... rotation tire pressure warning system P 443 Coping with flat tires P 541 Hood P 426 Opening P 426 Engine compartment cover P 430 Engine oil P 577 Coping with overheat P 566 Warning messages P 520 Headlights parkinglights daytimerunning lights P 217 Foglights P 222 Turnsignallights P 209 Taillights P 217 Stoplights Brake Hold P 214 Licenseplatelights P 217 Back uplights Shifting the shift lever to...

Page 18: ...system P 495 When the hybrid system will not start P 554 Warning messages P 534 Shiftlever P 203 Changing the shift position P 203 Precautions against towing P 496 When the shift lever does not move P 556 Meters P 91 Reading the meters adjusting the instrument panel light P 91 Warning lights indicator lights P 86 When the warning lights come on P 503 1 2 3 ...

Page 19: ... tail lights daytime running lights P 217 Fog lights 1 P 222 Windshieldwiperand washer switch P 223 Usage P 223 Adding washer fluid P 438 Warning messages P 530 Emergency flasherswitch P 494 Trunkopener P 143 Hood lockrelease lever P 426 Tiltand telescopic steeringcontrolswitch P 161 Adjustment P 161 Driving position memory P 152 Airconditioningsystem P 335 Usage P 335 Rear window defogger P 360 A...

Page 20: ...COFFswitch P 286 Instrument panel light control switches P 93 Odometer tripmeterandtripmeterresetbutton P 93 HUD Head updisplay switches P 104 Heatedsteeringwheelswitch P 380 BSM Blind Spot Monitor mainswitch P 301 Lexusnightviewswitch P 311 Brake holdswitch P 214 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 21: ...ingpositionmemoryswitches P 152 Outsiderearviewmirrorswitches P 164 Doorlockswitches P 139 Powerwindowswitches P 167 Windowlock switch P 167 PCS OFF switch P 293 Tirepressurewarningresetswitch P 446 AFS OFFswitch P 219 If equipped 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...

Page 22: ...Telephoneswitches 1 DISP button P 97 Vehicle to vehicledistancebutton 2 P 243 258 Cruise control switch Cruise control 2 P 236 Dynamic radar cruise control 2 P 240 Dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range 2 P 255 Tiltand telescopic steeringcontrolswitch P 161 LKA Lane KeepingAssist switch 2 P 273 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 23: ... P 382 Seat ventilatorswitches 2 P 382 Intuitiveparkingassistswitch 1 2 Rearsunshade switch 2 P 387 Drivingmodeselectswitch P 281 EV drivemodeswitch P 200 Snowmodeswitch P 204 1 Refer to NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL 2 If equipped 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 24: ...6U_ U Interior SRSairbags P 38 Floormats P 28 Frontseats P 150 Headrestraints P 158 Seat belts P 32 Consolebox P 369 Inside lockbuttons P 139 Cupholders P 370 Auxiliaryboxes 1 P 372 Ashtrays 1 P 377 Assistgrips P 391 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 25: ...P 162 Sunvisors P 375 Vanity mirrors P 375 Interiorlight P 364 Personal lights 2 P 364 Moonroofswitches P 171 SOS button 1 P 400 Garagedooropener switches P 393 1 If equipped 2 The illustration shows the front but they are also equipped in the rear 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...

Page 26: ...26 Pictorial index GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U ...

Page 27: ... 32 SRS airbags 38 Front passenger occupant classification system 49 Safety information for children 56 Child restraint systems 57 Installing child restraints 61 Exhaust gas precautions 71 1 2 Hybrid system Hybrid system features 72 Hybrid system precautions 76 1 3 Theftdeterrentsystem Immobilizer system 81 Alarm 83 ...

Page 28: ...model year as your vehicle Fix them securely in place onto the car pet Insert the retaining hooks clips into the floor mat eyelets Turn the upper knob of each retaining hook clip to secure the floor mats in place Always align the marks The shape of the retaining hooks clips may differ from that shown in the illustra tion Floormat 1 2 ...

Page 29: ... or different model year vehicles even if they are Lexus Genuine floor mats Only use floor mats designed for the driver s seat Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks clips provided Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other Do not place the floor mat bottom side up or upside down Before driving Check that the floor mat is securely fixed in the correct place wit...

Page 30: ...l P 150 Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears P 158 Wear the seat belt correctly P 32 Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle P 32 Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle s seat belt P 57 For safe driving adju...

Page 31: ...o not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint Do not place anything under the front seats Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place This may lead to an accident and the adjust ment...

Page 32: ... possible over the hips Adjust the position of the seat back Sit up straight and well back in the seat Do not twist the seat belt To fasten the seat belt push the plate into the buckle until a click sound is heard To release the seat belt press the release button Makesurethatalloccupantsarewearingtheirseatbeltsbeforedriving thevehicle Correct use of the seat belts Fastening and releasing the seat ...

Page 33: ...seat belt shoulder anchor up Move the height adjuster up and down as needed until you hear a click For children or smaller than aver age people slide the seat belt com fort guide forward so that the shoulder belt does not sit close to the person s neck Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchorheight frontseats 1 2 Seatbeltcomfortguide outboardrearseats ...

Page 34: ...m will retract the seat belt before the collision occurs P 291 Emergencylockingretractor ELR The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly A slow easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully Automaticlockingretractor ALR When a passenger s shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted eve...

Page 35: ...use they are not long enough a person alized seat belt extender is available from your Lexus dealer free of charge CAUTION Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking sudden swerving or an accident Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury Wearingaseat belt Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt Always wear a seat belt properly Each s...

Page 36: ...r Adjustableshoulderanchor Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoul der The belt should be kept away from your neck but not falling off your shoulder Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause death or serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop sudden swerve or accident P 33 Obtain medical advice and wear the seat bel...

Page 37: ...t attempt to install remove modify disassemble or dispose of the seat belts Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Lexus dealer Inappropriate han dling may lead to incorrect operation Using a seat beltextender Do not wear the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without the extender Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system because the belt wi...

Page 38: ...U SRS airbags The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death orseriousinjury ...

Page 39: ...airbags Can help provide driver and front passenger protection An SRS knee airbag for the front passenger s seat is built into the glove box door SRSsideandcurtainshieldairbags SRS front side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants SRS rear side airbags Can help protect the torso of occupants in the rear outer seats SRS curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the h...

Page 40: ...hield airbags AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters Side impact sensors front Front side airbags SRS warning light Driver airbag Rear side airbags Side impact sensors rear Driver s seat position sensor Driver s seat belt buckle switch Airbag sensor assembly Front passenger s seat belt buckle switch Front impact sensors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ...

Page 41: ...e National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA advises Since the risk zone for the driver s airbag is the first 2 3 in 50 75 mm of inflation placing yourself 10 in 250 mm from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone If you sit less than 10 in 250 mm away now you can change your driving ...

Page 42: ...t system Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained The rear seats are safer for infants and children than the front passenger seat P 57 If the seat belt extender has been con nected to the front seat belt buckle but the seat belt extender has not also been fas tened to the latch plate of the seat belt the SRS front ai...

Page 43: ...n their knees Do not lean against the door the roof side rail or the front side and rear pillars Do not allow anyone to kneel on the pas senger seats toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle Do not attach anything to or lean anything against areas such as the dashboard steer ing wheel pad lower portion of the instru ment panel and door of the glove box These items can become ...

Page 44: ...ng in death or serious injury Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS airbag components Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS airbags have deployed inflated as they may be hot If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbags have deployed open a door or window to allow fresh air in o...

Page 45: ...istance required If the occupants are unable to communicate the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency services P 400 CAUTION ModificationanddisposalofSRSairbagsystemcomponents Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications with out consulting your Lexus dealer The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy inflate...

Page 46: ...ivate if there is no passen ger sitting in the front passenger seat However the SRS front airbags for the front passenger may deploy if luggage is put in the seat even if the seat is unoccupied P 49 SRSairbagdeploymentconditions SRS sideandcurtainshieldairbags The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the set threshold level the level of force corre...

Page 47: ...in shield airbags may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment The SRS side and curtain shield airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rear collision if it rolls over or if it is involved in a low speed side collision Collision from ...

Page 48: ...is damaged or deformed or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side and curtain shield air bags to inflate The pad section of the steering wheel dash board near the front passenger airbag lower portion of the instrument panel or door of the glove box is scratched cracked or otherwise damaged The surface of the seats with the side airbag is scratched c...

Page 49: ...system Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat andactivatesordeactivatesthedevicesforthefrontpassenger Seat belt reminder light SRS warning light AIR BAG OFF indicator light AIR BAG ON indicator light 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 50: ...or warning light AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights AIR BAG ON SRS warning light Off Seat belt reminder light Off 2 or flashing 3 Devices Front passenger airbag Activated Side airbag on the front passenger seat Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Front passenger knee airbag Front passenger s seat belt pretensioner ...

Page 51: ...senger seat Activated Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated or activated 4 Front passenger s seat belt pretensioner Activated Indicator warning light AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights AIR BAG OFF 6 SRS warning light Off Seat belt reminder light Off 2 or flashing 3 Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated Side airbag on the front passe...

Page 52: ...ed Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated Front passenger s seat belt pretensioner Activated Indicator warning light AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights AIR BAG OFF SRS warning light On Seat belt reminder light Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated Side airbag on the front passenger seat Activated Curtain shield airbag in the front pa...

Page 53: ...enger does not wear a seat belt 4 For some children child in seat child in booster seat or child in convertible seat the system may not recognize him her as a child Factors which may affect this can be the physique or posture 5 Never install a rear facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat A forward facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front pas senger seat...

Page 54: ...nnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle and reconnect the seat belt Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the AIR BAG ON indicator light is illuminated If you use the seat belt extender while the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is illuminated the SRS airbags for the passenger may not activate correctly which could cause death or serious injury in the event of a collision Do no...

Page 55: ...minated If the AIR BAG OFF indicator is illuminated ask the passenger to sit up straight well back in the seat feet on the floor and with the seat belt worn cor rectly If the AIR BAG OFF indicator still remains illuminated either ask the pas senger to move to the rear seat or if that is not possible move the front passenger seat fully rearward When it is unavoidable to install a forward facing chi...

Page 56: ... such as the power window hood trunk seats etc Observethefollowingprecautionswhenchildrenareinthevehicle Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomeslargeenoughtoproperlywearthevehicle sseatbelt CAUTION 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 ...

Page 57: ...le and is appropri ate to the age and size of the child For installation details follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system General installation instructions are provided in this manual P 61 A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrainedontheseatwiththeLATCHanchorsorthelapportionofthe lap shoulder belt The laws of all 50 states of the U ...

Page 58: ...estraintsystem Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle s seat belt If the child is too large for a child restraint system sit the child on a rear seat and use the vehicle s seat belt P 32 Types of child restraints Rear facing Infant seat con vertible seat Forward facing Convertible seat Booster seat ...

Page 59: ...nt passenger seat since there is no top tether strap anchor for the front passenger seat Adjust the seatback as upright as possi ble and always move the seat as far back as possible even if the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is illuminated because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured Do not use the seat belt ...

Page 60: ...lt Whenthechild restraintsystemis notinuse Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is not in use Do not store the child restraint system unsecured in the passenger compartment If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the trunk If a head restraint was removed when installing a child restraint system al...

Page 61: ...t locking mechanism ALR ELR belts except driver s seat belt P 34 Anchor brackets for top tether strap An anchor bracket is provided for each rear seat Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions Firmly secure child restraints to the seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt Attach the top tether strap wheninstallingachildrestraint The lap shoulder belt can be used if your chil...

Page 62: ... Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors If the child restraint has a top tether strap the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system Installation with LATCH system 1 2 Canada only 3 ...

Page 63: ...ch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors If the child restraint has a top tether strap the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system Canada only 3 ...

Page 64: ...of the vehicle Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle Make sure that the belt is not twisted Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode In lock mode the belt cannot be extended Installing child restraints using a seat belt child restraint lock function belt 1 2 3 ...

Page 65: ...to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended Forward facing Convertibleseat Rear outboard seats Remove the head restraint Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle 4 1 2 ...

Page 66: ... lock mode the belt cannot be extended While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended If the child restraint has a top tether strap the top tether strap should be ...

Page 67: ...eat belt to the child restraint sys tem according to the manufac turer s instructions and insert the plate into the buckle Make sure that the belt is not twisted Check that the shoulder belt is cor rectly positioned over the child s shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible P 32 Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt 1 2 Removing a child restraint installed with ...

Page 68: ... hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched Laws andregulationspertainingto anchorages The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210 2 Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications can be used This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819 Child restraint systemswith a top tether strap 1 2 3...

Page 69: ...or other passen gers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking sudden swerving or an accident If the driver s seat interferes with the child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly attach the child restraint system to the right hand rear seat Adjust the front passenger seat so that it does not interfere with the child restraint system Only put a ...

Page 70: ...curing a child restraint system never adjust the seat Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system manufac turer Donotuseaseat beltextender If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of s...

Page 71: ...cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as pos sible Whenparking If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area such as a garage stop the hybrid system Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time If such a situation cannot be avoided park the vehicle in an open space and ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior Do not leave the hybrid sy...

Page 72: ...ehicle It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles Be sure you are closely familiar with the charac teristicsofyourvehicle andoperatewithcare The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an elec tric motor traction motor according to driving conditions improving fuelefficiencyandreducingexhaustemissions 1 2 ...

Page 73: ...he hybrid battery traction battery as necessary Whenacceleratingsharply When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily the power of the hybrid battery traction battery is added to that of the gasoline engine via the electric motor traction motor Whenbraking regenerativebraking The electric motor traction motor charges the hybrid battery traction battery When driving with the gasoline engine stopp...

Page 74: ... switched on Chargingthehybridbattery tractionbattery As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery traction battery the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source However if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge For this reason be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles 16 km If ...

Page 75: ...d when the trunk lid is open Sounds may be heard from the hybrid transmission when the hybrid system starts or stops Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is depressed Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents on the both sides of the re...

Page 76: ...system about 650 V at maximum as well as parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating Obey the caution labelsattached tothe vehicle Caution label Power control unit Electric motor traction motor Hybrid battery traction bat tery Service plug High voltage cables orange Air conditioning compressor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 77: ... shut off system blocks off the high voltage current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage If the emer gency shut off system activates your vehicle will not restart To restart the hybrid system contact your Lexus dealer A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted If a warning mess...

Page 78: ... minimum amount of fuel to add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is about 2 6 gal 10 0 L 2 2 Imp gal when the vehicle is on a level surface This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope Electromagneticwaves High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles incorporate electromagnetic shielding and therefore emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as conven...

Page 79: ...hock may occur Never touch exposed electric wires If a fluid leak occurs do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte from the hybrid battery traction battery If it comes into contact with your skin or eyes wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or if possible boric acid solution Seek immediate medical attention If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle leave the vehi...

Page 80: ...bility of an accident is extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle may not be aware of these dangers 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 connectors are touched In the event that your vehicle must be disposed of the hybrid battery must be disposed of by your Lex...

Page 81: ... immobilizer system Conditionsthatmaycausethesystemtomalfunction If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system key with a built in transponder chip of another vehicle The vehicle s keys have built in transponder chips that prevent the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously regis...

Page 82: ...This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Oper ation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device CAUTION Certifications fortheimmobilizersystem Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respo...

Page 83: ... mechanical key The doors will lock again automatically The hood is opened Close the doors trunk and hood and lock all the doors The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms Unlock the doors or open the trunk Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY or ON mode or...

Page 84: ... in the following situations Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system Alarm operated door lock When the alarm is operating the doors are locked automatically to prevent intrud ers Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating and make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the 12 volt battery A person inside the vehicle opens a door the tru...

Page 85: ... GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U Instrument cluster 2 2 Instrumentcluster Warning lights and indicators 86 Gauges and meters 91 Multi information display 96 Head up display 104 Energy monitor consumption screen 111 ...

Page 86: ...indicators may differ depending on the target region Centerpanel The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster center panel and outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of thevehicle svarioussystems For the purpose of explanation the following illustration displays all warninglightsandindicatorsilluminated ...

Page 87: ...light P 503 1 U S A ABS warning light P 504 1 Canada Brake system warning light P 503 1 Canada ABS warning light P 504 1 Charging system warning light P 504 1 Electric power steering system warning light P 504 1 U S A Malfunction indicator lamp P 504 1 2 if equipped AFS OFF indicator P 505 1 Canada Malfunction indicator lamp P 504 1 2 Brake hold operated indicator P 505 1 SRS warning light P 504 2...

Page 88: ...unction in a system if the lights do not come on or turn off Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer 2 The light flashes to indicate a malfunction 2 Canada Parking brake indicator P 505 1 Master warning light P 506 1 Brake system warning light P 506 1 2 if equipped PCS warning light P 504 515 Open door warning light P 506 1 Slip indicator P 505 Low fuel level warning light P 506 1 Tire pre...

Page 89: ...ight indicator P 217 2 if equipped AFS OFF indicator P 219 Headlight high beam indi cator P 218 2 3 Slip indicator P 286 if equipped Front fog light indicator P 222 2 VSC OFF indicator P 286 READY indicator P 193 2 4 if equipped PCS warning light P 293 EV indicator P 74 U S A Parking brake indicator P 211 Cruise control indicator P 236 240 Canada Parking brake indicator P 211 if equipped Radar cru...

Page 90: ...e power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is set to ON When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON mode If the system is functioning correctly the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will turn off after a few seconds If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off there may be a malfunction with the system If thi...

Page 91: ... Instrument cluster 2 Instrument cluster Gauges and meters When driving mode is in other than sport mode P 281 When driving mode is in sport mode P 281 The units used on the speedometer may differ depending on the target region ...

Page 92: ...related data P 96 Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank Shift position and shift range Displays the selected shift position or selected shift range P 203 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...

Page 93: ...tches between odometer and trip meter displays When the trip meter is displayed pressing and holding the button will reset the trip meter The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted Darker Brighter Changing the display Instrument panel light control 1 2 ...

Page 94: ... been manually set to either the brightest or darkest setting the automatic adjustment will not be performed HybridSystemIndicator Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than the sport mode By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area more Eco friendly driving can be achieved Charge area indicates regeneration status Regenerated energy will be used to charge the bat...

Page 95: ...he vehicle speed is approximately 80 mph 130 km h or below Tachometer Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in sport mode Enginespeed On hybrid vehicles engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when vehi cle operation and dr...

Page 96: ... Drive monitor P 99 Intuitive parking assist display 1 2 if equipped Dynamic radar cruise control display 1 if equipped P 240 Dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range display 1 if equipped P 255 LKA Lane Keeping Assist display 1 if equipped P 271 Warning messages P 513 Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle s sys tems Display can be switched by pressing t...

Page 97: ...erature Currentfuelconsumption Average fuel consumption after refueling Trip information Displays the outside air temperature The temperature range that can be displayed is from 40 F 40 C to 122 F 50 C Displays the current rate of fuel consumption Displays the average fuel consumption since the vehicle was last refueled Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a ref erence ...

Page 98: ...ction was reset The function can be reset by pressing the DISP but ton for longer than 1 second when the average vehicle speed is displayed Displays the estimated approximate distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining 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 sm...

Page 99: ...layed If displayed on the drive monitor other trip information or warning messages can be displayed simulta neously For display and selection proce dures follow the Setting up the dis plays The information displayed on the drive monitor will not be displayed on the trip information screen Displays inflation pressure of each tire The inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be dis played Drive...

Page 100: ...ehicle is stopped press the DISP button until the Settings screen appears Press and hold the DISP button until the screen changes Press and hold the DISP button after selecting the desired set ting item by pressing the DISP button Setting up the displays 1 2 3 ...

Page 101: ...ter selecting the desired set ting by pressing the DISP but ton The display goes back to step Press and hold the DISP button after selecting the EXIT by pressing the DISP button The display goes back to step The display goes back to step automatically in few seconds without proceeding step 4 3 5 1 1 5 ...

Page 102: ...while the setting display is displayed When the vehicle begins to move while the setting display is displayed Tire inflation pressure ifequipped It may take a few minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after the power switch is turned to ON mode It may also take a few minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after inflation pressure has been adjusted may be displayed if the tire info...

Page 103: ...lag could cause the driver to downshift again caus ing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or injury Cautionsduringsettingupthedisplay As the hybrid system needs to be operating during setting up the display ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation In a closed area such as a garage exhaust gases including harmful carbon monox...

Page 104: ...r mation onto the windshield Head up display Display brightness will change auto matically according to the brightness of the surrounding area HUD button Display brightness adjustment switch Display brightness can be adjusted to the desired level Display position adjustment switch DISP button If equipped Summary of functions 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 105: ...em P 109 When approaching an intersection while the navigation system is giving route guidance an arrow will automatically be displayed to indicate the direction of travel Lexus Enform if equipped Displays LEXUS Enform for approximately 3 seconds when LEXUS App Suite is operated Lane departure warning display LKA Lane Keeping Assist if equipped P 527 Approach warning display dynamic radar cruise c...

Page 106: ...ead up display on off and changes the vehicle speed dis play units as follows U S A OFF ON MPH ON km h OFF Canada OFF ON km h ON MPH OFF DISP button Pressing the button changes the display items except vehicle speed Off Hybrid System Indicator Tachometer Switching the head up display 1 2 3 ...

Page 107: ...ayposition Higher Lower Settingthebrightness The brightness of the display is automatically adjusted in accordance with the brightness of the surrounding environment However the brightness can also be manually adjusted in 9 stages Brighter Darker Making the display easier to see 1 2 1 2 ...

Page 108: ...ngine power is not being used very often The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various condi tions Eco area Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an Eco friendly manner Power area Shows that an Eco friendly driving range is being exceeded during full power driving etc HybridSystemIndicator 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 109: ... will disappear when the vehicle passes through the intersection The audio display can be shown or hidden Press and hold the DISP button until the screen changes Customization can be performed when the head up display is on and the vehicle is traveling at less than 5 mph 8 km h Press the DISP button to switch between on and off On and off will be switched between each time the button is pressed If...

Page 110: ...e customize settings of the head up display will be reset CAUTION Before usingthehead updisplay Check that the position and brightness of the head up display image does not interfere with safe driving Incorrect adjustment of the image s position or bright ness may obstruct the driver s view and lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury NOTICE Topreventdamagetocomponents Do not place...

Page 111: ...screen Multi information display Remote Touch screen Remote Touch knob MENU button You can view the status of your hybrid system on the multi information displayandtheRemoteTouchscreen Vehicles with a 12 3 inch display The energy monitor or consumption screencanbedisplayedonthesidedisplay 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 112: ...on the Remote Touch then select on the Menu screen and then select Fuel Consumption If the Trip Information or Past Record screen is displayed select Energy Multi informationdisplay Press the DISP button on the steering wheel several times to select the energy monitor display Energymonitor ...

Page 113: ...tion display When the vehicle is pow ered by the electric motor traction motor When the vehicle is pow ered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor traction motor When the vehicle is pow ered by the gasoline engine When the vehicle is charg ing the hybrid battery trac tion battery When there is no energy flow Hybrid battery traction bat tery status Low Full Low Full ...

Page 114: ...ion Regenerated energy in the past 15 minutes One symbol indicates 50 Wh Up to 5 symbols are shown Average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started Elapsed time since the hybrid system was started Cruising range P 115 Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minutes is divided by color into past averages and averages attained since the power switch was last turned to ON mode Use the displ...

Page 115: ...ion since the last updated Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference The image is an example only and may vary slightly from actual conditions Updatingthepastrecorddata Update the average fuel consumption by selecting Update to measure the current fuel consumption again Resettingthedata The fuel consumption data can be deleted by selecting Clear Cruising range Displays the estimate...

Page 116: ... the average fuel consump tion and regenerated energy for the past 10 minutes in 1 minute intervals as well as the cruising range Past record Displays the average fuel consump tion and highest fuel consumption Trip information Displays the cruising range average fuel consumption and the amount of time elapsed since the hybrid sys tem was started Using the side display ifequipped ...

Page 117: ...OM30E26U_ U 117 2 Instrument cluster 2 Instrument cluster Energy monitor Displays the hybrid system opera tion and energy recovery states The image is an example only and may vary slightly from actual conditions ...

Page 118: ...118 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 2 Instrument cluster ...

Page 119: ...with push button start 123 Wireless remote control 136 Doors 139 Trunk 143 3 3 Adjustingtheseats Front seats 150 Driving position memory 152 Head restraints 158 3 4 Adjustingthesteeringwheel andmirrors Steering wheel 161 Inside rear view mirror 162 Outside rear view mirrors 164 3 5 Opening closingthewindows and moon roof Power windows 167 Moon roof 171 ...

Page 120: ...ease button and take the key out The mechanical key can only be inserted in one direction as the key only has grooves on one side If the key cannot be inserted in a lock cylin der turn it over and re attempt to insert it After using the mechanical key store it in the electronic key Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key If the electronic key battery is depleted or the entry func...

Page 121: ...be made by your Lexus dealer using the other mechanical key and the key number stamped on your key number plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet not in the vehicle When ridinginanaircraft When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft make sure you do not press any buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin If you are carrying an electronic key in your bag et...

Page 122: ... cookers or medical electrical equipment such as low frequency therapy equipment Carrying theelectronickeyonyourperson Carry the electronic key 3 9 in 10 cm or more away from electric appliances that are turned on Radio waves emitted from electric appliances within 3 9 in 10 cm of the electronic key may interfere with the key causing the key to not function properly In case of a smart access syste...

Page 123: ...to indicate that the doors have been locked unlocked Locked once Unlocked twice Securityfeature If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again Welcomelightilluminationcontrol The side marker parking tail and license plate lights automatically turn on at night when the doors are unlocked using the entr...

Page 124: ...he handle The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked The door unlock settings can be changed P 128 Touch the lock sensor the indenta tion on the upper part of the door handle to lock all the doors Check that the door is securely locked Press the button If the vehicle is equipped with power trunk opener and closer the trunk lid automatically opens fully Unlocking and lock...

Page 125: ...g closing and lockingthe doors and trunk 3 Operation of each component Antennalocation Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna outside the trunk Antenna inside the trunk Antenna location and effective range 1 2 3 3 4 ...

Page 126: ...n be operated When opening the trunk The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2 3 ft 0 7 m of the trunk release button When starting the hybrid sys tem or changing power switch modes The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehi cle When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part of the door handle If the door will not lock even...

Page 127: ...rcumstances and correction procedures are as fol lows Alarm Situation Correction procedure Exterior alarm sounds once for 5 seconds The trunk was closed while the electronic key was still inside the trunk and all the doors were locked Retrieve the electronic key from the trunk and close the trunk lid An attempt was made to lock the vehicle while a door was open Close all of the doors and lock the ...

Page 128: ... least 5 seconds and repeat step To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open and close a door once after the settings have been changed If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is pressed the doors will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be set In case that the alarm is triggered immediately stop the alarm P 83 1 2 ...

Page 129: ...cess system with push button start has not been used for 5 days or longer If the smart access system with push button start has not been used for 14 days or longer the doors cannot be unlocked at any doors except the driver s door In this case take hold of the driver s door handle or use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to unlock the doors ElectronicKeyBattery SavingFunction When ...

Page 130: ...ves or electrical noise When carrying a portable radio cellular phone cordless phone or other wireless communication device When the electronic key is in contact with or is covered by the following metallic objects Cards to which aluminum foil is attached Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside Metallic wallets or bags Coins Hand warmers made of metal Media such as CDs and DVDs When other w...

Page 131: ...dio wave reception condi tions it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the door will become lockable from the outside possibly trapping the electronic key inside the vehicle As long as the electronic key is within the effective range the doors may be locked or unlocked by anyone However only the doors detecting the electronic key can be used to unlock the vehicle Even if the electr...

Page 132: ...use the lock sensor on the lower part of the door handle Fingernails may scrape against the door during operation of the door handle Be careful not to injure fingernails or damage the surface of the door Notefortheunlockingfunction A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the doors from being unlocked In this case return the door handle to the original position and check...

Page 133: ...ating the system from the outside of the vehicle Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key the key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly The alarm may go off accidentally or the door lock prevention function may not oper ate Do not leave the electronic key inside the luggage compartment The key confinement prevention function may not oper...

Page 134: ... LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on To avoid serious deterioration do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft 1 m of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field TVs Personal computers Cellular phones cordless phones and battery chargers Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones Table lamps Induction cookers When the electronic key batteryisfullydepleted P ...

Page 135: ...nce and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device CAUTION Caution regardinginterferencewithelectronicdevices People with implantable cardiac pacemakers cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should keep away from the smart access system with push button start antennas P 125 The...

Page 136: ...Unlocks all the doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver s door Pressing the button again within 5 seconds unlocks the other doors Opens the windows and moon roof press and hold Opens the trunk press and hold If the vehicle is equipped with a power trunk opener and closer the trunk lid automatically opens fully Sounds the alarm press and hold P 137 This setting must be customized at your Lexus...

Page 137: ...ghtilluminationcontrol P 123 Doorlockbuzzer If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed a buzzer sounds continuously for 5 seconds Fully close the door to stop the buzzer and lock the vehicle once more Panic mode Securityfeature P 123 Alarm Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system P 83 Conditionsaffectingoperation P 130 When is press...

Page 138: ...3AAB FCC ID HYQ14FBA FCC ID NI4TMLF10 3 FCC ID NI4TMLF10 50 FCC ID NI4TMLF10 51 NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expres...

Page 139: ...try function wireless remote control or door lock switches Entryfunction P 123 Wirelessremotecontrol P 136 Doorlockswitches Locks all the doors Unlocks all the doors Insidelockbuttons Locks the door Unlocks the door The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock buttons are in the lock posi tion Unlocking and locking the doors 1 2 1 2 ...

Page 140: ... the electronic key is left inside the vehicle The key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set Unlock Lock These locks can be set to prevent chil dren from opening the rear doors Push down on each rear door switch to lock both rear doors Locking the front doors fromthe outside without a key Rear door child prot...

Page 141: ...ates freely to isolate inside mechanism Customization Settings e g unlocking function using a key can be changed Customizable features P 599 Automatic door locking and unlocking systems Function Operation Speed linked door locking function All doors are automatically locked when vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph 20 km h or higher Shift position linked door locking function All doors are automa...

Page 142: ...r opening and an occupant throwing out of the vehicle resulting in death or serious injury Ensure that all doors are properly closed and locked Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving Be especially careful for the front doors as the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in locked position Set the rear doorchild protector locks whenchildren are seated in the rear ...

Page 143: ...ing the electronic key press the button When all the doors are unlocked with the power door lock system the trunk can be opened without carrying the electronic key Wirelessremotecontrol P 136 The trunk can be opened using the trunk opener trunk release button orwirelessremotecontrol If the vehicle is equipped with a power trunk opener and closer the trunkcanbeclosedusingthetrunkcloser Opening the ...

Page 144: ...applying force to the side and push the trunk down from the outside to close it The trunk opener switch can be temporarily disabled to protect luggage stored in the trunk against theft Turn the main switch in the glove box off to disable the trunk opener On Off The trunk lid cannot be opened even with the wireless remote control or the trunk release button Trunk closer switch vehicles withpower tr...

Page 145: ...ng the vehicle Even when the electronic key is put in the trunk with all the doors are locked the key may not be detected depending on the places and the surrounding radio wave conditions In this case the key confinement prevention function cannot be acti vated causing the doors to lock when the trunk is closed Make sure to check where the key is before closing the trunk The key confinement preven...

Page 146: ...re to do so may result in death or serious injury Before driving Make sure that the trunk lid is fully closed If the trunk lid is not fully closed it may open unexpectedly while driving and hit near by objects or luggage in the trunk may be thrown out causing an accident Do not allow children to play in the trunk If a child is accidentally locked in the trunk they could suffer from heat exhaus tio...

Page 147: ...on when opening or closing the trunk lid in windy weather as it may move abruptly in strong wind Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Lexus parts to the trunk lid Such additional weight on the trunk lid may cause the lid to suddenly shut again after it is opened The trunk lid may suddenly shut if it is not opened fully It is more difficult to open or close the trunk lid on an incline t...

Page 148: ...y open and secure before using the trunk In the following situations the power trunk opener and closer may detect an abnormality and automatic operation may be stopped In this case the trunk lid has to be operated manually Take extra care in this situation as the stopped trunk lid may suddenly shut causing an accident When the trunk lid contacts an obstacle When the 12 volt battery voltage suddenl...

Page 149: ...he object that is caught Be careful not to catch fingers or anything else NOTICE To prevent trunk easy closer malfunctions vehicles with power trunk opener and closer Do not apply force to the trunk lid while the trunk easy closer is operating To prevent damage to the power trunk opener and closer vehicles with power trunkopenerandcloser Make sure that there is no luggage or snow on the trunk lid ...

Page 150: ...djustment switch Seat cushion front angle adjust ment switch Vertical height adjustment switch Seatback upper angle adjust ment switch if equipped Lumbar support adjustment switch Pelvic support adjustment switch if equipped Seat cushion length adjustment switch if equipped Seatback side support adjust ment switch if equipped 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 151: ...he moving parts to avoid injury Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism Seatadjustment To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision do not recline the seat more than necessary If the seat is too reclined the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt increasing the risk of de...

Page 152: ...d off The driver s seat belt has been unfastened When any of the following has been performed the driver s seat and steering wheel automatically return to their original positions The power switch has been turned to ACCESSORY mode or ON mode The driver s seat belt has been fastened Frontpassenger sseat ifequipped If the front passenger s door is opened while the vehicle is stopped the adjusted lum...

Page 153: ...erent driving positions can be recorded into memory Recordingprocedure Check that the shift lever is in P Turn the power switch to ON mode Adjust the driver s seat steering wheel and outside rear view mirrors to the desired positions While pressing the SET but ton or within 3 seconds after the SET button is pressed press button 1 2 or 3 until the buzzer sounds If the selected button has already be...

Page 154: ... the SET button Press button 1 2 or 3 Operate any of the seat adjustment switches only cancels seat position recall Operate the tilt and telescopic steering control switch only cancels steering wheel position recall Seat positions that can be memorized P 150 Vehicles without seatback side support adjustment switch The adjusted positions other than the position adjusted by lumbar support switch can...

Page 155: ... If a seat position is already in the furthest possible position and the seat is operated in the same direction the recorded position may be slightly different when it is recalled Each electronic key can be registered to recall your preferred driving position Registering procedure Record your driving position to button 1 2 or 3 before performing the following Carry only the key you want to registe...

Page 156: ...en the driver s door using the smart access system with push button start or wireless remote control The driving position will move to the recorded position not including the steering wheel However the seat will move to a position slightly behind the recorded position in order to make entering the vehicle easier If the driving position is in a position that has already been recorded the seat and o...

Page 157: ...gthedrivingposition usingthememory recallfunction Different driving positions can be registered for each electronic key Therefore the driving position that is recalled may be different depending on the key being car ried If a door other than the driver s door is unlocked with the smart access system with push button start the driving position cannot be recalled In this case press the driving posit...

Page 158: ...nt down while pressing the lock release button Head restraintsareprovidedforall seats Front seats Lock release button 1 2 Horizontal adjustment Side support adjustment The position of the head restraint can be adjusted forward in 4 stages If the head restraint is pulled forward from the foremost position it will return to the rearmost position ...

Page 159: ...s Rear seats Lock release button 1 2 Pull the head restraint up while pressing the lock release button Align the head restraint with the installation holes and push it down to the lock position Press and hold the lock release button when lowering the head restraint Align the head restraint with the installation holes and push it down to the lowest lock position while pressing the lock release but ...

Page 160: ... the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears CAUTION Head restraintprecautions Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times After adjusting the head restraints push down on them and make sure th...

Page 161: ...ering wheel can be adjusted regardless of power switch mode Automaticadjustmentofthesteeringposition A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the driving position memory system P 152 Powereasyaccesssystem The steering wheel and driver s seat move in accordance with power switch mode and the driver s seat belt condition P 152 Adjustmentprocedure 1 2 3 4 CAU...

Page 162: ...ehind the reflected light is automatically reduced Changing automatic anti glare function mode ON OFF When the automatic anti glare func tion is in ON mode the indicator illu minates The function will set to ON mode each time the power switch is turned to ON mode Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode The indicator also turns off The rear view mirror s position can be adjusted to enabl...

Page 163: ...rly do not touch or cover them CAUTION Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury NOTICE Rearviewmirroradjustment vehicleswithLKA Lane KeepingAssist To ensure that the LKA operates properly make sure that it does not block the LKA camera sensor ...

Page 164: ...rs To select a mirror to adjust press the switch Left Right Pressing the same switch again will put the switch in neutral To adjust the mirror press the switch Up Right Down Left Push the mirror back in the direc tion of the vehicle s rear Adjustmentprocedure 1 1 2 2 1 2 3 4 Folding the mirrors ...

Page 165: ...tion angle adjusted with the shift lever in other than R Therefore if the normal position is changed after adjustment the tilt position will also change When the normal position is changed readjust the angle in reversing Mirror anglecanbeadjustedwhen The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode When the mirrors arefogged up The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers Tur...

Page 166: ... in death or serious injury Do not adjust the mirrors while driving Do not drive with the mirrors folded Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving Whenamirrorismoving To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction be careful not to get your hand caught by the moving mirror Whenthemirrordefoggers areoperating Do not touch the rear view mirror ...

Page 167: ...h moves the windows as follows Closing One touch closing Opening One touch opening To stop the window partway operate the switch in the opposite direction Press the switch to lock the passen ger window switches The indicator will come on Use this switch to prevent children from accidentally opening or closing a passenger window Opening and closing procedures 1 2 3 4 Window lock switch Indicator ...

Page 168: ...indow can be closed by holding the power window switch in the one touch closing position while the power switch is turned to ON mode If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation as explained above initialize the function by performing the following procedure Hold the power window switch in the one touch closing position Continue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds...

Page 169: ...omized at your Lexus dealer When the 12 voltbatteryis disconnected The window lock switch is disabled If necessary press the window lock switch after reconnecting the 12 volt battery Powerwindowsopenwarningbuzzer The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi information display in the instrument cluster when the power switch is turned off and the driver s door is opened with the power wind...

Page 170: ...ir body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of any pas senger having any of their body parts caught in the window Also do not let a child operate window by the mechanical key It is possible for children and other pas seng...

Page 171: ...oise Press the switch again to fully open the moon roof Closes the moon roof Lightly press either way of the moon roof switch to stop the moon roof partway Tilts the moon roof up Tilts the moon roof down Lightly press either way of the moon roof switch to stop the moon roof partway Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and tilt it upanddown Openingand closing 1 2 Tilting up and...

Page 172: ...ront door is opened Jamprotection function If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon roof is closing or tilting down travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed manually However the sunshade will open automatically when the moon roof is opened Doorlocklinkedmoonroof operation The moon roof can be opened and clo...

Page 173: ...d then press and hold the UP switch again 1 The moon roof will pause for approximately 10 seconds in the tilt up position 2 Then it will adjust slightly and pause for approximately 1 second Finally it will tilt down open and close Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the switch 1 If the switch is released at the incorrect time the procedure will have to be pe...

Page 174: ... moon roof It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in the moon roof Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being operated When using the mechanical key and operating the moon roof operate the moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of any pas...

Page 175: ...ight switch 222 Windshield wipers and washer 223 Headlight cleaner switch 230 4 4 Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap 231 4 5 Usingthedrivingsupport systems Cruise control 236 Dynamic radar cruise control 240 Dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range 255 LKA Lane Keeping Assist 271 Driving mode select switch 281 Driving assist systems 284 PCS Pre Collision System 291 BSM Blind Spot Monito...

Page 176: ...the parking brake If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time shift the shift lever to P P 203 With the shift lever in D depress the brake pedal Shift the shift lever to P P 203 If the parking brake is in manual mode set the parking brake P 211 Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system Lock the door making sure that you have the electronic key on your person If parking on...

Page 177: ... because the road surface will be especially slippery Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly Breakingin yournew Lexus To extend the life of the vehicle observing the following precautions is recom mended For the first 186 miles 300 km A...

Page 178: ...attery traction battery will discharge requiring unnecessary engine power to recharge Drive your vehicle smoothly Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration Gradual acceleration and decelera tion will make more effective use of the electric motor traction motor without hav ing to use gasoline engine power Avoid repeated acceleration Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery traction battery po...

Page 179: ...dy around leading to a difficulty in operating the pedals Make sure to operate the pedals properly Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly This allows you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals prop erly Depress the brake pedal using your right foot Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency resulting in an...

Page 180: ...ft to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec tiveness P 203 Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel the seat or the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control Always check that all passengers arms heads or other parts of their body are not ou...

Page 181: ...driving position or roll forward while the shift lever is in R Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of...

Page 182: ... pads and or those of the brake discs are exceeded Whenthevehicleis stopped Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly causing an accident In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away always keep depressing the brake pedal while the READY indicator is on and apply the parki...

Page 183: ... a place such as the glove box or on the floor it may be lit accidentally when luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted causing a fire Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows Do not place contain ers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard Adhesive discs or containers may act as lenses causing a fire in the vehicle Do not leave a door or window open if the cu...

Page 184: ...d this may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side Also the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle If the electronically controlled brake system does not operate do not follow other vehicles closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking In this case braking is still possible but the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual Also th...

Page 185: ...accidentally depressed Avoidingdamage tovehicle parts Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an extended period of time Doing so may damage the power steering motor When driving over bumps in the road drive as slowly as possible to avoid damag ing the wheels underside of the vehicle etc Ifyou getaflattire while driving A flat or damaged tire may cause the fo...

Page 186: ...lectrical components Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded be sure to have your Lexus dealer check the following Brake function Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine transmission differential etc Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft bearings and suspension joints where possible and the ...

Page 187: ...apacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle...

Page 188: ... 3 more passengers with the combined weight of D lb kg get on the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E lb kg as follows C lb kg D 4 lb kg E 5 lb kg 4 D Additional weight of people 5 E Available cargo and luggage load As shown in the example above if the number of occupants increases the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount that equals the increased weight due to the ad...

Page 189: ... in the trunk whenever possible Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations At the feet of the driver On the front passenger or rear seats when stacking items On the package tray On the instrument panel On the dashboard In front of the Remote Touch screen Secure all items in the occupant compartment Capacity anddistribution Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the tot...

Page 190: ...y Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants Totalload capacity andseatingcapacity These details are also described on the tire and loading information label P 453 Vehicle load limits include total load capacity seating capacity towing capacityandcargocapacity CAUTION Overloa...

Page 191: ...oes not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle Lexus also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair scooter bicycle etc Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted car riers ...

Page 192: ...4 1 Before driving Dinghy towing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed with 4 wheels on the ground behind amotorhome NOTICE Toavoidseriousdamagetoyour vehicle Do not tow your vehicle with the four wheels on the ground ...

Page 193: ...hybrid system cannot be started Press the power switch Continue depressing the brake pedal until the hybrid system is completely started The hybrid system can be started from any power switch mode Check that the READY indicator is on The vehicle will not move when the READY indicator is off Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the hybrid system...

Page 194: ...ressed Off The emergency flashers can be used The multi information display will not be displayed ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used POWER ON will be displayed on the multi information display ON mode All electrical components can be used POWER ON will be displayed on the multi information display If the shift lever is in a position other than P when tur...

Page 195: ...Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off Check that the parking brake is set Shift the shift lever to P Check that POWER ON and Turn Power OFF are displayed alter nately on the multi information display and then press the power switch once Check that POWER ON and Turn Power OFF on the multi infor mation display are off When stopping the hybrid system with the shift lever in a positio...

Page 196: ...rydepletion P 134 When the ambienttemperatureis low suchas during winterdrivingconditions It may take time until the READY indicator comes on Conditionsaffectingoperation P 130 Notesfor theentry function P 131 If thehybridsystem doesnotstart The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated P 81 Contact your Lexus dealer Check that the shift lever is securely set in P The hybrid system may not ...

Page 197: ... lever in P and the brake pedal depressed contact your Lexus dealer imme diately If thehybridsystem ismalfunctioning P 514 If theelectronickeybatteryis depleted P 460 Operationofthepower switch When operating the power switch one short firm press is enough If the switch is pressed improperly the hybrid system may not start or the power switch mode may not change It is not necessary to press and ho...

Page 198: ...ion of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury Stoppingthehybridsysteminan emergency If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehicle press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession P 495 However do not touch the power switch while driving except in a...

Page 199: ...switch off Do not stop the hybrid system when the shift lever is in a position other than P If the hybrid system is stopped in another shift lever position the power switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode 12 volt battery discharge may occur Symptomsindicatingamalfunctionwiththepowerswitch If the power switch seems to be operat...

Page 200: ...l driven at high speeds etc The temperature of the hybrid system is low The vehicle has been left in temperatures lower than about 32 F 0 C for a long period of time etc The gasoline engine is warming up The hybrid battery traction battery is low The remaining battery level indicated in the Energy Monitor display is low P 112 Vehicle speed is about 25 mph 40 km h or more The accelerator pedal is d...

Page 201: ... possible to inform the driver of automatic cancelation in advance a prior notice screen will appear on the multi information display Possible drivingdistance whendrivinginEV drivemode EV drive mode s possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters to approximately 0 6 mile 1 km Driving is possible at speeds of less than approxi mately 25 mph 40 km h However depending on vehicle conditi...

Page 202: ...V drive mode no engine noise is made As such pedestrians people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles in the surrounding area may not be aware of the vehicle starting off or approaching them Therefore take extra care while driving even if the vehicle proximity notification system is active ...

Page 203: ...ely stopped 1 To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises set the shift lever in D for normal driving 2 By selecting shift ranges using S mode you can control accelerating forces and engine braking forces Shifting the shift lever Shift position purpose Shift position Objective or function P Parking the vehicle starting the hybrid system R Reversing N Neutral Condition in which the power is not tr...

Page 204: ...dures Sport mode Eco drive mode P 281 Snow mode Snow mode can be selected to suit the conditions when driving on slip pery road surfaces such as on snow Press the switch Press the switch again to return to normal mode Selecting the driving mode ...

Page 205: ...ion of the highest shift range pre venting unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine braking force to be selected Upshifting Downshifting The selected shift range from D1 to D8 will be displayed in the meter To return to normal D position driving the paddle shift switch must be held down for a period of time Shiftrangesandtheirfunctions A lower shift range will provide greater engine...

Page 206: ... initial shift range in S mode is automatically set to between S2 and S6 according to vehicle speed Shiftrangesandtheirfunctions You can choose from 8 levels of accelerating force and engine brak ing force A lower shift range will provide greater accelerating force and engine braking force than a higher shift range and the engine revo lutions will also increase If you accelerate while in ranges 1 ...

Page 207: ...of time When the shift lever is shifted to other than D Downshiftingrestrictions warningbuzzer To help ensure safety and driving performance downshifting operation may some times be restricted In some circumstances downshifting may not be possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated A buzzer will sound twice Snowmodeautomaticdeactivation Snow mode is automatically deactiva...

Page 208: ...idding to the side or spinning NOTICE Hybridbattery tractionbattery charge If the shift lever is in N the hybrid battery traction battery will not be charged even when the engine is running Therefore if the vehicle is left with the shift lever in N for a long period of time the hybrid battery traction battery will discharge and this may result in the vehicle not being able to start ...

Page 209: ...ht hand signals will flash 3 times Lane change to the left move the lever partway and release it The left hand signals will flash 3 times Left turn If the turn signals do not stop flashing after turning left or right or if youwanttostopthemflashing Operate the lever in the opposite direction to either position or If you move the lever to either position or the selected turn sig nals will flash Ope...

Page 210: ...catorflashes fasterthan usual Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out If theturn signals stopflashing beforealanechangehasbeenperformed Operate the lever again Customization The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be changed Customizable feature P 599 ...

Page 211: ...ss and hold the parking brake switch if an emergency occurs and it is necessary to operate the parking brake while driving Releases the parking brake Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal Make sure that the parking brake indi cator light goes off Aselectionscanbemadeasdesiredfromthefollowingmodes Manual mode U S A Canada 1 2 ...

Page 212: ... the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time the system may restrict operation to prevent overheating If this happens refrain from operat ing the parking brake Normal operation will return after about 1 minute Parkingbrakeoperation sound When the parking brake operates a motor sound whirring sound may be heard This does not indicate a malfunction Parking brakeindicatorligh...

Page 213: ...Before you leave the vehicle set the parking brake shift the shift lever to P and make sure that the vehicle does not move Whenthesystemmalfunctions Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages Whentheparkingbrake cannotbereleasedduetoamalfunction Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake P 557 Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will le...

Page 214: ...formation dis play The parking brake will then be set automatically Brakeholdfunction If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the system has started holding the brake the parking brake will be set automatically In this case a warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi information display To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake f...

Page 215: ...en using the brake hold system on a steep incline exercise caution The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle in such a situation Whenstopped onaslippery road The system cannot stop the vehicle when the gripping ability of the tires has been exceeded Do not use the system when stopped on a slippery road NOTICE Whenparkingthevehicle The brake hold system is not designed for use when parking t...

Page 216: ...216 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 4 2 Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn press on or close to the mark ...

Page 217: ...llyorautomatically Operating instructions U S A Canada The side marker parking tail license plate and instru ment panel lights turn on The headlights and all lights listed above turn on The headlights daytime running lights and all the lights listed above turn on and off automatically When the power switch is in ON mode Off The daytime running lights turn on 1 2 3 4 U S A Canada ...

Page 218: ...he lever away from you to turn on the high beams Pull the lever toward you to the center position to turn the high beams off Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams once You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off Turning on the high beam headlights 1 2 ...

Page 219: ...ves by automatically adjusting the direction of the light axis of the headlights according to vehicle speed and the degree of the tire s angle as controlled by steering input AFS operates at speeds of 6 mph 10 km h or higher DeactivatingAFS Turn on the AFS OFF switch The indicator turns on when the AFS is deactivated AFS Adaptive Front lighting System if equipped ...

Page 220: ...the doors and trunk are closed The lights turn off immedi ately if on the key is pressed twice after all the doors are closed To turn the lights on again turn the power switch to ON mode or turn the light switch off once and then back to or If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open the lights automatically turn off after 20 minutes Lightreminderbuzzer A buzzer sounds when the power switch is t...

Page 221: ...orflashes It may indicate a malfunction in the system Contact your Lexus dealer Customization Settings e g light sensor sensitivity can be changed Customizable features P 599 NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off ...

Page 222: ...wipers Fog light switch U S A or Canada Turns the fog lights off Turns the fog lights on Foglights canbeusedwhen The headlights are on in low beam If equipped The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving conditions suchasinrainandfog 1 2 ...

Page 223: ... 2 levels Move the lever up 1 level U S A or Canada Move the lever down 1 level U S A or Canada Move the lever down 2 lev els AUTO mode on off switch With AUTO mode selected the wip ers will operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain The sys tem automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed AUTO mode indicator will turn on when AUTO mode is sel...

Page 224: ...Washer wiper dual operation Wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts or or or Off Temporary operation Temporary operation Low speed operation High speed operation Low speed operation Off Off High speed operation High speed operation High speed operation Off Low speed operation No change No change AUTO mode Intermittent operation Off Temporary operation 1 Low spe...

Page 225: ...n cannot be switched during AUTO mode or while the intermittent windshield wipers are operating Press and hold until the AUTO mode indicator stops flashing If is pressed and held until the AUTO mode indicator stops flashing again it will return to its previous state Operatingtheintermittentwindshieldwipers U S A or Canada Move the lever up 2 lev els Move the lever up 1 level U S A or Canada Move t...

Page 226: ...r dual operation Wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts or or or Off Temporary operation Temporary operation Intermittent operation High speed operation Intermittent operation Off Off Low speed operation High speed operation Low speed operation Off Intermittent operation High speed operation High speed operation High speed operation Off Low speed operation No ...

Page 227: ... several times the wipers operate one more time after a short delay to prevent dripping However the last sweep will not happen while the vehicle is moving Effectsof vehiclespeedon wiperoperation Intermittent windshield wipers interval changes when the vehicle is stopped With low speed operation selected wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent operation only when the vehicle...

Page 228: ...ind shield washer fluid reservoir The raindrop sensor judges the amount of raindrops An optical sensor is adopted It may not operate properly when sunlight from the rising or setting of the sun intermittently strikes the windshield or if bugs etc are present on the windshield CAUTION Caution regardingthe useofwindshield wipers in AUTO mode The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sens...

Page 229: ...le Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and held continually Whenanozzlebecomesblocked In this case contact your Lexus dealer Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object The nozzle will be damaged Whenstandingthewindshieldwipers up Raise the wipers in line with the windshield P 322 Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and or the hood ...

Page 230: ... is in ON mode and the headlight switch is turned on Windshieldwasherlinkedoperation When the windshield washer is operated with the power switch in ON mode and the headlights on the headlight cleaners will operate once P 223 If equipped Washerfluidcanbesprayedontheheadlights NOTICE Whenthewasherfluidtankisempty Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat ...

Page 231: ...the fuel tank cap Close all the doors and windows and turn the power switch off Confirm the type of fuel Fuel types Unleaded gasoline Octane rating 91 Research Octane Number 96 or higher Performthefollowingstepstoopenthefueltankcap Before refuelingthe vehicle ...

Page 232: ...k and cause injury Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come close to an open fuel tank Do not inhale vaporized fuel Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged Thi...

Page 233: ...of the rear edge of the fuel filler door Push until you hear a click and take your hand away to slightly open the fuel filler door Then open the door fully by hand Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door Opening the fuel tank cap 1 2 3 ...

Page 234: ...234 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 4 4 Refueling When the fuel filler door cannot be opened by pressing the rearward of the fuel filler door Remove the cover inside the trunk and pull the lever ...

Page 235: ... Fuel filler doorlockcondition The fuel filler door may not be locked even when the vehicle s doors are locked in the following conditions When operating the door lock button inside the vehicle When the automatic door locking system is operated P 141 When the fuel filler door is closed after the vehicle s doors are locked Closing the fuel tank cap 1 2 CAUTION Whenreplacingthefuel tankcap Do not us...

Page 236: ...e ON OFF button to activate the cruise control Cruise control indicator will come on Press the button again to deactivate the cruise control Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed and push the lever down to set the speed SET indicator will come on The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed If equipped Summary of functions 1 2 Setting the vehicle ...

Page 237: ...r decreased as follows Fine adjustment By approximately 1 mph 1 6 km h each time the lever is oper ated Large adjustment The set speed can be increased or decreased continually until the lever is released Pulling the lever toward you can cels the constant speed control The speed setting is also canceled when the brakes are applied Pushing the lever up resumes the constant speed control Resuming is...

Page 238: ...rol will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following situa tions Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph 16 km h below the preset vehicle speed At this time the memorized set speed is not retained Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph 40 km h VSC is activated TRAC is activated for a period of time When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing t...

Page 239: ...lefor cruisecontrol Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury In heavy traffic On roads with sharp bends On winding roads On slippery roads such as those covered with rain ice or snow On steep hills Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill During e...

Page 240: ...ruise control with a vehicle to vehicle distance control In vehicle to vehicle distance control mode the vehicle automatically accelerates or decelerates in order to maintain a set following distance from vehicles ahead Vehicle to vehicle distance but ton Display Set speed Indicators Cruise control switch If equipped Summary of functions 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 241: ...dicator will come on Press the button again to deactivate the cruise control Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed and push the lever down to set the speed SET indicator will be displayed The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed Setting the vehicle speed vehicle to vehicle distance control mode 1 2 ...

Page 242: ...nt By approximately 1 mph 1 6 km h each time the lever is operated Large adjustment By approximately 5 mph 8 km h for each 0 75 seconds the lever is held When the set speed is shown in km h Fine adjustment By approximately 0 6 mph 1 km h each time the lever is operated Large adjustment By approximately 3 1 mph 5 km h for each 0 75 seconds the lever is held In the constant speed control mode P 247 ...

Page 243: ...d of you the preceding vehicle mark will also be displayed Select a distance from the table below Note that the distances shown cor respond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Vehicle to vehicle dis tance increases decreases in accordance with vehicle speed Changingthevehicle to vehicledistance Preceding vehicle mark 1 2 3 Vehicle to vehicle distance settings Distance options Vehicle to vehicle d...

Page 244: ...he cruise control The speed setting is also canceled when the brakes are applied Pushing the lever up resumes the cruise control and returns vehicle speed to the set speed Resuming is available when the vehi cle speed is more than approximately 25 mph 40 km h Canceling and resuming the speed control 1 2 ...

Page 245: ...there are no vehicles ahead The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver The desired vehicle to vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle to vehicle distance control Example of deceleration cruising When the vehicle ahead is driving slower than the set speed When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you the system automatically decel erates your vehicle When a greater reduc...

Page 246: ...ing When your vehicle is too close to a vehicle ahead and sufficient auto matic deceleration via the cruise control is not possible the display will flash and the buzzer will sound to alert the driver An example of this would be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle Apply the brakes to ensure an appropriate vehicle to vehicle dis tance Warningsmaynotoccurwhen In ...

Page 247: ...ontrol mode Push the lever forward and hold for approximately one second Cruise control indicator will come on When in constant speed control mode to return to vehicle to vehicle distance control mode push the lever forward again and hold for approxi mately 1 second After the desired speed has been set it is not possible to return to vehicle to vehicle distance control mode If the power switch is ...

Page 248: ...e to the vehicle ahead Automaticcancelation of vehicle to vehicledistancecontrol Vehicle to vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the following situations Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph 40 km h VSC is activated TRAC is activated for a period of time When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF switch The sensor cannot operate corr...

Page 249: ...VSC OFF switch When theLKA Lane Keeping Assist will beactivated Using the radar cruise control in vehicle to vehicle distance control mode lane keeping assist function is activated Radarsensorandgrillecover Always keep the sensor and grille cover clean to ensure that the vehicle to vehicle distance control operates properly Some obstructions such as snow ice and plastic objects cannot be detected ...

Page 250: ...thority to operate the equipment Radiofrequency radiation exposure Information This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon trolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator antenna and your body This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or tra...

Page 251: ...ism that allows careless or inattentive driving and it is not a system that can assist the driver in low visibility conditions It is still necessary for driver to pay close attention to the vehicle s surroundings Assisting the driver to judge proper following distance The dynamic radar cruise control determines whether the following distance between the driver s own vehicle and a designated vehicl...

Page 252: ...d cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury In heavy traffic On roads with sharp bends On winding roads On slippery roads such as those covered with rain ice or snow On steep downhills or where there are sudden changes between sharp up and down gradients Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill At entrances to expressways When weather conditions are bad en...

Page 253: ...ith small rear ends trailers with no load on board etc Motorcycles traveling in the same lane Conditions under which the vehicle to vehicle distance control may not function correctly Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the radar sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead and a fatal or serious accident may result When water or snow thrown up by the surround...

Page 254: ...ille cover with a soft cloth so you do not mark or damage them Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact If the sensor moves even slightly off position the system may malfunction If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact always have the area inspected and adjusted by a Lexus dealer Do not disassemble the sensor Do not attach accessories or stickers to t...

Page 255: ...onven tional cruise control with a vehicle to vehicle distance control In vehicle to vehicle distance control mode the vehicle automatically accelerates decelerates or stops in order to maintain a set following distance from vehicles ahead See cautions on P 267 Vehicle to vehicle distance but ton Display Set speed Indicators Cruise control switch If equipped Summary of functions 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 256: ... and push the lever down to set the speed SET indicator will be displayed The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed While the vehicle is in vehicle to vehi cle distance control mode if the lever is released when vehicle speed is less than 30 mph 50 km h and a vehicle ahead can be detected the vehicle will start following the vehicle ahead at a set speed of 30 mph ...

Page 257: ... follows When the set speed is shown in MPH Fine adjustment By approximately 1 mph 1 6 km h each time the lever is operated Large adjustment By approximately 5 mph 8 km h for each 0 75 seconds the lever is held When the set speed is shown in km h Fine adjustment By approximately 0 6 mph 1 km h each time the lever is operated Large adjustment By approximately 3 1 mph 5 km h for each 0 75 seconds th...

Page 258: ...e below Note that the distances shown cor respond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Vehicle to vehicle dis tance increases decreases in accordance with vehicle speed When the vehicle is stopped by system control the vehicle to vehicle distance will be about 10 ft 3 m to 16 ft 5 m regardless of the vehicle to vehicle dis tance setting Changingthevehicle to vehicledistance Preceding vehicle mark ...

Page 259: ...ving After the vehicle ahead of you starts off push the lever up Your vehicle will also resume follow up cruising if the accelerator pedal is depressed after the vehicle ahead of you starts off Resuming follow up cruising when the vehicle has been stopped bysystemcontrol ...

Page 260: ...ng the lever up resumes the cruise control and returns vehicle speed to the set speed However when a vehicle ahead is not detected in vehicle to vehicle dis tance control mode cruise control does not resume when the actual vehi cle speed is approximately 25 mph 40 km h or less Also when the vehicle is in constant speed control mode and the actual vehicle speed is approximately 25 mph 40 km h or le...

Page 261: ...trol Example of deceleration cruising and follow up cruising When the vehicle ahead is driving slower than the set speed When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you the system automatically decel erates your vehicle When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary the system applies the brakes The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the v...

Page 262: ...play will flash and the buzzer will sound to alert the driver An example of this would be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle Apply the brakes to ensure an appropriate vehicle to vehicle dis tance Warningsmaynotoccurwhen In the following instances there is a possibility that the warnings will not occur When the speed of the vehicle ahead matches or exceeds your...

Page 263: ...control mode Push the lever forward and hold for approximately 1 second Cruise control indicator will come on When in constant speed control mode to return to vehicle to vehicle distance control mode push the lever forward again and hold for approxi mately 1 second After the desired speed has been set it is not possible to return to vehicle to vehicle distance control mode If the power switch is t...

Page 264: ... 40 km h when there are no vehicle ahead The preceding vehicle leaves the lane when your vehicle is following at a speed below 25 mph 40 km h VSC is activated TRAC is activated for a period of time When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF switch The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way The windshield wipers are operating at high speed when the ...

Page 265: ...heLKA Lane Keeping Assist will beactivated Using the radar cruise control in vehicle to vehicle distance control mode lane keeping assist function is activated Radarsensorandgrillecover Always keep the sensor and grille cover clean to ensure that the vehicle to vehicle distance control operates properly Some obstructions such as snow ice or plastic objects cannot be detected by the obstruction sen...

Page 266: ...thority to operate the equipment Radiofrequency radiation exposure Information This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon trolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator antenna and your body This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or tra...

Page 267: ...ing distance The dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range is only intended to help the driver in determining the following distance between the driver s own vehicle and a designated vehicle traveling ahead It is not a mechanism that allows care less or inattentive driving and it is not a system that can assist the driver in low vis ibility conditions It is still necessary for driver to p...

Page 268: ...ury In heavy traffic On city streets On roads with sharp bends On winding roads On slippery roads such as those covered with rain ice or snow On steep downhills or where there are sudden changes between sharp up and down gradients Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill At entrances to expressways When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sensor...

Page 269: ...c Details about other people objects the system will not detect P 267 Conditions under which the vehicle to vehicle distance control may not function correctly Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the radar sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead and a fatal or serious accident may result When water or snow splashed by the surrounding vehicles hinders the ...

Page 270: ...ith a soft cloth so you do not mark or damage them Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact If the sensor moves even slightly off position the system may malfunction If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact always have the area inspected and adjusted by your Lexus dealer Do not disassemble the sensor Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor...

Page 271: ...riving on a freeway or motor highway that has lane markers and no sharp curves the system recognizes the lanes using a camera located above the inside rear view mirror as a sensor to assist the driver with stay ing in the lane The LKA system has two functions Camera sensor If equipped Summary of functions ...

Page 272: ...ction This function will be active when the vehicle to vehicle distance con trol mode of the cruise control P 240 is set with vehicle speed above approximately 45 mph 72 km h and while the lane depar ture warning function is active When the lane keeping assist function is active a slight steering torque will be applied to help the driver maintain the vehicle inside the lane The lane keeping assist...

Page 273: ...pport systems 4 Driving Press the LKA switch to activate the system LKA indicator will come on Press the switch again to turn the LKA system off The LKA system will revert to off each time the power switch is turned to ON mode Turning the LKA system on ...

Page 274: ...ssistfunction When the vehicle speed is between approximately 45 and 112 mph 72 and 180 km h When the vehicle to vehicle distance mode of the radar cruise control is on and the set vehicle speed is approximately 45 mph 72 km h or more the function will not operate when the radar cruise control is in set speed mode When the lane width is between approximately 9 8 and 13 1 ft 3 0 and 4 0 m When driv...

Page 275: ...cates that the function is not cur rently operating When the lane keeping assist function is canceled the buzzer will beep twice Dynamic radar cruise control dis play Lane departure warning function indication when the inside of the white line is white The function has recognized lane markers If the lane departure warn ing operates at this time the lines flash orange Lane departure warning functio...

Page 276: ...roximately half a minute or more The lane keep ing assist function will be temporarily canceled but the lane departure warning function will continue When the lane departure warning function is activated The lane departure warning function will not operate again for a several seconds after it has been activated even if the vehicle leaves the lane again The lane departure warning It may be difficul...

Page 277: ...ng distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is extremely short When the lane markers are yellow These may be more difficult for the system to recognize compared to white markers When the lane markers are broken Botts dots Raised pavement marker or stones When lane markers are obscured or partially obscured by sand dirt etc When there are shadows on the road running parallel with lane ma...

Page 278: ...er of the need for caution while driving P 516 526 CAUTION BeforeusingtheLKA system Do not rely solely on the LKA system The LKA system does not drive the vehicle automatically nor does it reduce the amount of care you need to take As such the driver must always assume full responsibility for understanding his her surround ings for operating the steering wheel to correct the driving line and for d...

Page 279: ...he pavement from road repairs or if the remains of old lane markers are still visible on the road When driving on slippery roads such as those covered with rain ice or snow When driving in a lane other than the driving or passing lanes on a freeway or highway When driving on a road with lane closures due to maintenance or when driving in a temporary lane When emergency towing NOTICE Topreventdamag...

Page 280: ... blowing to the feet may allow the upper part of the windshield to fog up This will have a negative effect on the images Do not place anything on the dashboard The camera sensor may recognize the image reflected on the windshield as lane markers by mistake Do not scratch the camera lens or let it get dirty When cleaning the inside of the windshield be careful not to get any glass cleaner etc on th...

Page 281: ...mode Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating When not in Eco drive mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the left the ECO MODE indicator comes on in the multi information display Also on vehicles equipped with a 12 3 inch display the driving mode is also automatically dis played on the side display P 332 The driving mod...

Page 282: ...isplay the driving mode is also automatically displayed on the side display P 332 SPORT S mode Helps to ensure steering performance and driving stability by simul taneously controlling the steering and suspension in addition to the hybrid system Suitable for sporty driving When in SPORT S mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the right the SPORT S indicator comes on in the multi inf...

Page 283: ...the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode Automaticoperationoftheseatheaterduring Ecodrivemode Eco drive mode controls the heating operation and fan speed of the air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive mode in cold temperatures the seat heater will be automatically operated to assist heating performance Sport modeautomaticdeactiv...

Page 284: ...ility Control ifequipped Provides cooperative control of the ABS TRAC VSC and EPS Helps to maintain directional stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by controlling steering performance TRAC TractionControl Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spin ning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads VGRS VariableGearRatioSteering ifequipped Adjus...

Page 285: ...lity and helps good vehicle posture When SPORT S mode is selected by the driving mode select switch the damping force is suitable for sporty driving P 281 LDH LexusDynamicHandlingsystem ifequipped Provides independent control of the VGRS DRS and EPS Contributes to turning characteristics at low speeds responsiveness at medium speeds and safety at high speeds by controlling the steering angle of th...

Page 286: ... reduce power from the hybrid system to the wheels You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it TurningofftheTRACsystemonly To turn the TRAC system off quickly press and release the switch The TRAC OFF will be shown on the multi information display Press the switch again to turn the system back on When the TRAC VSC ABS systems are operating Disabling th...

Page 287: ...bothTRAC VSCsystems To turn the TRAC VSC systems off press and hold the switch for 3 seconds and more while the vehicle is stopped The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the TRAC OFF will be shown on the multi information display Press the switch again to turn the systems back on ...

Page 288: ...ound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly when the hybrid system is started or just after the vehicle begins to move This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operating None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred Vibrations may...

Page 289: ...the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal condi tions The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle s stopping distance Always main tain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you especially in the following situa tions When driving on dirt gravel or snow covered roads When driving with tire chains When driving over bumps in the road When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surf...

Page 290: ...are inflated to the recommended tire inflation pressure level The ABS TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels Handlingoftiresandthe suspension Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems and may cause a...

Page 291: ... system applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is depressed Pre collision braking When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision the system warns the driver using a warning light warning display and buzzer If the sys tem determines that a collision is unavoidable the brakes are automati cally applied to reduce the collision speed If equipped When the rad...

Page 292: ...here is a high possibility of collision and if the steering wheel is oper ated the steering angles of the front and rear wheels and the heaviness of the steering wheel are controlled by LDH thus heightening respon siveness in response to the steering operation Drivermonitorsystem ifequipped When the system determines that there is a possibility of a collision and either the driver is not facing fo...

Page 293: ...GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 293 4 5 Using the driving support systems 4 Driving Enabled Disabled The PCS warning light comes on when pre collision system is disabled Disabling pre collision system 1 2 ...

Page 294: ... whether a collision is imminent based on the position speed and heading of the obstacles The driver monitor sensor detects the direction the driver is facing and whether the driver s eyes are open or closed The system determines whether the driver is facing forward and whether or not the driver s eyes are closed Radar sensor Drivermonitorsensor ifequipped ...

Page 295: ...e front occupants are wearing a seat belt Pre collision brake assist Vehicle speed is greater than about 19 mph 30 km h The speed at which your vehicle is approaching the obstacle or the vehicle run ning ahead of you is greater than about 19 mph 30 km h The brake pedal is depressed Pre collision braking Vehicle speed is greater than about 10 mph 15 km h The speed at which your vehicle is approachi...

Page 296: ...bility that the seat belts will retract quickly and the brakes will be applied with a force greater than normal When the seat belt is locked in the retracted position stop the vehicle in a safe place release the seat belt and refasten it Obstaclesnotdetected The sensor cannot detect plastic obstacles such as traffic cones There may also be occasions when the sensor cannot detect pedestrians animal...

Page 297: ... this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Radiofrequency radiation exposure Information This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon troll...

Page 298: ... If the sensor moves even slightly off position the system may become inaccurate or malfunction If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact always have the area inspected and adjusted by your Lexus dealer Do not disassemble the sensor Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor grille cover or surrounding area Do not modify or paint the sensor and grille cover Do not re...

Page 299: ...tion the driver is facing resulting in an unexpected accident Do not disassemble damage lift or pull on the sensor Do not select the sensor while driving Do not wet or spill water on the sensor Do not drop anything on or allow anything to hit against the sensor Do not sub ject the sensor to an impact Make sure that there are no scratches dirt or stickers on the side of the sensor that faces the dr...

Page 300: ...ollision the only data available to the pre collision system is that from obstacles it has detected directly in front of the vehicle Therefore it is absolutely necessary for the driver to remain vigilant and to determine whether or not there is a possibility of collision in any given situ ation Assisting the driver in taking action The pre collision system s braking assist feature is designed to h...

Page 301: ...he Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions The Blind Spot Monitor function Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function Assists the driver when backing up These functions use same sensors If equipped Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor ...

Page 302: ... is detected in the blind spot the outside rear view mirror indica tor comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated Rear Cross Traffic Alert function When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected the outside rear view mirror indicators flash Rear Cross Traffic Aler...

Page 303: ...ndSpotMonitor For vehicles sold in the U S A FCC ID OAYSRR2A This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part...

Page 304: ...ea may not be detected If the sensor or sur rounding area is subject to a strong impact always have the area inspected by your Lexus dealer Do not disassemble the sensor Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper Do not paint the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper One Blind Spot Monitor sens...

Page 305: ... area Approximately 9 8 ft 3 m from the rear bumper Approximately 3 3 ft 1 m for ward of the rear bumper The Blind SpotMonitor function The Blind SpotMonitor function detection areas 1 2 3 CAUTION Cautionsregardingtheuseof thesystem The driver is solely responsible for safe driving Always drive safely taking care to observe your surroundings The Blind Spot Monitor function is a supplementary funct...

Page 306: ...e detection area when it changes lanes Conditionsunder whichthe Blind SpotMonitorfunctionwillnotdetectavehicle The Blind Spot Monitor function is not designed to detect the following types of vehi cles and or objects Small motorcycles bicycles pedestrians etc Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction Guardrails walls signs parked vehicles and similar stationary objects Following vehicles that a...

Page 307: ... road etc When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each vehicle When vehicle lanes are wide and the vehicle in the next lane is too far away from your vehicle When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling at about the same speed as your vehicle When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the vehicle that enters the detection area Di...

Page 308: ...ngtheuseof thesystem The driver is solely responsible for safe driving Always drive safely taking care to observe your surroundings The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is only an assist and is not a replacement for careful driving The driver must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function The driver s own visual confirmation of behind you and your vehicle is...

Page 309: ...farther away Example TheRearCross TrafficAlertfunctionisoperationalwhen The BSM main switch is set to on The shift lever is in R Vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph 8 km h Approaching vehicle speed is between approximately 5 mph 8 km h and 18 mph 28 km h The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function detection areas Approaching vehicle Speed Approximate alert distance Fast 18 mph 28 km h 65 ft 2...

Page 310: ...conditions detection of a vehicle and or object may occur Conditions under which the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may not function correctly The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may not detect vehicles correctly in the follow ing conditions During bad weather such as heavy rain fog snow etc When ice or mud etc is attached to the rear bumper When multiple vehicles approach continuously Shallo...

Page 311: ...s that it is currently night time from the brightness of the sur rounding area the Lexus night view can be operated by pressing the Lexus night view switch while the headlights are on If equipped Lexusnightviewisasystemwhichassistswithnighttimedriving Near infrared rays are irradiated forward and an image converted from the irradiated light is shown on the Remote Touch screen The image shows pedes...

Page 312: ... the Remote Touch when the Lexus night view is being shown on the main display the side display will change to a map display P 326 If the button is selected again the screen will return to its previous display Brightness adjustment button The brightness of the display can be adjusted by selecting this button using the Remote Touch Darker Brighter The Lexus night view display 1 2 3 ...

Page 313: ...viewisoperating An image will be displayed on the Lexus night view screen but both the range and the distance of the projection will be limited as near infrared rays are not being radi ated outward When the Lexus night view switch is pressed while the Lexus night view cannot be operated Advice information will be displayed on the Lexus night view screen Follow the dis played advice If the Lexus ni...

Page 314: ...well lit areas or on roads with many curves or slopes There may be areas that cannot be dis played by the system due to the road conditions curve size gradient etc Lexus night view may be unable to project some features at an appropriate level of brightness Some or all parts of certain features may be dark or difficult to see Do not rely solely on the Lexus night view and drive carefully while che...

Page 315: ...t your Lexus dealer Do not subject the camera to strong impacts or disassemble the camera As the alignment of the camera has been very finely adjusted do not change or remove the mounting If the front windshield fogs up defog the windshield using the front defroster Do not dirty or scratch the camera lens Night view may not function properly if an object is placed on the sensor or any thing that b...

Page 316: ...t operation of the Lexus night view system System performance may deteriorate if the areas around the headlights are dirty Clean the vehicle if it is dirty The near infrared light irradiates strong energy not visible to the eyes Do not stare at the light at close range for a long time Vehicles with discharge head lights Vehicles with LED headlights ...

Page 317: ...ater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down Delays Repeated acceleration and deceleration as well as long waits at traffic lights will lead to bad fuel consumption Check traffic reports before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible When encountering a delay gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move for ward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accel...

Page 318: ...eater Checking tireinflationpressure Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently Improper tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consumption Also as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction their use on dry roads can lead to poor fuel consumption Use a tire that is appropriate for the season Luggage Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption Avoid car rying u...

Page 319: ...ed with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for the rear tires Ensure that all tires are the specified size and brand and that chains match the size of the tires Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehicles with front and rear tires of differing sizes and vehicles with LDH and 19 inch tires Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter Always d...

Page 320: ... any excess ice or snow that may have accumu lated on the exterior lights vehicle s roof chassis around the tires or on the brakes Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the vehicle Accelerate the vehicle slowly keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to...

Page 321: ...ch tire size Side chain 0 12 in 3 mm in diameter Cross chain 0 16 in 4 mm in diameter Vehicles with front and rear tires of differing sizes and vehicles with LDH and 19 inch tires Tire chains cannot be mounted Snow tires should be used instead Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on location and type of road Always check local regulations before installing chains Selecting t...

Page 322: ...tractposition Lower the wipers by pressing on the upper part of the hook sec tion Tire chaininstallation Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains Install and remove tire chains in a safe location Install tire chains on the rear tires Do not install tire chains on the front tires Install tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible Retighten chains after driving 1 4...

Page 323: ...ire chains vehicles with front and rear tires of the same size except forthevehicles withLDHand19 inchtires Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely and may cause death or serious injury Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used or 30 mph 50 km h whichever i...

Page 324: ...he operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters Fitting tire chains vehicles with front and rear tires of the same size except for thevehicleswithLDHand 19inchtires The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted Whenstandingthewindshieldwipers up Raise the wipers in line with the windshield P 322 Failure to do so may resul...

Page 325: ...orlights Interior lights list 363 Interior light 364 Personal lights 364 5 4 Using the storage features List of storage features 366 Glove box 368 Console box 369 Cup holders 370 Auxiliary boxes 372 Trunk features 373 5 5 Otherinteriorfeatures Sun visors and vanity mirrors 375 Clock 376 Ashtrays 377 Power outlets 378 Heated steering wheel 380 Seat heaters seat ventilators 382 Armrest 386 Rear suns...

Page 326: ...2 3 inch display For 8 inch display For 12 3 inch display If equipped TheRemoteTouchcanbeusedtooperatetheRemoteTouchscreens Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL RemoteTouch operation ...

Page 327: ...een Remote Touch knob Move in the desired direction to select a function letter and screen button Press the knob to enter the selected function letter or screen button MENU button Press to display the Menu screen MAP VOICE button Press this button to display the vehicle s current position UsingtheRemoteTouchknob Select Move the knob in the desired direction Enter Push the knob 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 ...

Page 328: ...e NOTICE Topreventdamagetothe RemoteTouch Do not allow the Remote Touch to come into contact with food liquid stickers or lit cigarettes as doing so may cause it to change color emit a strange odor or stop functioning Do not subject the Remote Touch to excessive pressure or strong impact as the knob may bend or break off Do not allow coins contact lenses or other such items to become caught in the...

Page 329: ...the side dis play the Menu screen will be shown on the main display Menu screen For 8 inch display For 12 3 inch display Switch Function Select to display the air conditioning control screen P 335 Select to display the LEXUS App Suite screen 1 2 Select to display the Information screen 1 Select to display the radio control screen 1 Select to display the media control screen 1 Select to display the...

Page 330: ...GATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL 2 If equipped Display Select to adjust the contrast and brightness of the screens turn the screen off etc 1 Select to display the compass mode screen 8 inch display or the Destination screen 12 3 inch display 1 Switch Function ...

Page 331: ...screen 5 Interior features The 12 3 inch display has a display area which is 1 5 times wider than that of the 8 inch display Full screen display The initial screen and Menu screen fill the entirety of the display area 12 3 inchdisplayoperation ...

Page 332: ...the left and right of the screen For example air conditioning system or audio screens can be displayed and operated while the fuel consumption information screen is being displayed The large screen on the left of the display is called the main display and the small screen to the right is called the side dis play ...

Page 333: ...electing the side display move the Remote Touch knob to the right until is displayed at the boundary between the main display and the side display and then move it further to the right When select ing the main display move the Remote Touch knob to the left until is displayed at the boundary between the main display and the side dis play and then move it further to the left 12 3 inchdisplayfunction...

Page 334: ...terruption screens Each of the following screens is displayed automatically in accordance with conditions Intuitive parking assist if equipped Phone Destination Assist Driving mode P 281 Lexus night view if equipped P 313 Refer to the NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Todisplayonthemaindisplay Detailed information that is not shown on the side display can be set to display on the mai...

Page 335: ...peed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting Press the MENU button on the Remote Touch then select to displaytheairconditioningoperationscreen Vehicles with a 12 3 inch display The air conditioning system can be displayedandoperatedonthesidedisplay P 331 The display and button positions will differ depending on the type of the system ...

Page 336: ...336 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 5 2 Using the air conditioning system and defogger Operationscreenandcontrolpanel Without rear air conditioning system ...

Page 337: ...GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 337 5 2 Using the air conditioning system and defogger 5 Interior features With rear air conditioning system ...

Page 338: ...ol Option control screen Front seat air outlet selector Option function on off indica tors Off Automatic mode Left hand front seat side tem perature control Left hand front seat side tem perature display Windshield defogger Outside air or recirculated mode Air outlet selector S FLOW mode Left hand front seat side air out let selector Right hand front seat side air outlet selector Rear air conditio...

Page 339: ...ir conditioning system The temperature for the driver s and front passenger s seats can be adjusted separately DUAL mode P 341 Vehicles with rear air conditioning system The temperature for the driver s front passenger s and rear seats P 355 can be adjusted separately 3 ZONE mode P 341 Prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades if equipped P 361 Remove pollen from the air Micr...

Page 340: ...eft hand front seat side temperature display Right hand front seat side temperature display Right hand front seat side temperature control Cooling and dehumidification function on off Automatic mode DUAL mode Left hand front seat side air outlet selector Right hand front seat side air outlet selector 3 ZONE mode Without rear air conditioning sys tem With rear air conditioning sys tem 1 2 3 4 5 6 7...

Page 341: ...idity Press to switch to automatic air intake mode The air conditioning system automatically switches between outside air and recir culated air modes Press on or select on the screen to increase the tempera ture and or to decrease the temperature Without rear air conditioning system When DUAL on the option control screen is selected the indicator will be on or the passenger s side temperature cont...

Page 342: ... can be adjusted separately Air outlets and fan speed for the driver and passenger seats may be adjusted sep arately depending on the temperature setting When the front seat heaters and ventilators rear seat heaters are set to AUTO mode the system is operated automatically according to the set temperature outside temperature etc Automatic modeindicator If the fan speed setting or air flow modes ar...

Page 343: ... turn the fan off To adjust the temperature setting press on or select on the screen to increase the temperature and or to decrease the temperature When DUAL on the option control screen is selected the indicator will be on or the passenger s side temperature control button is pressed the temper ature for the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately To change the air outlets select an...

Page 344: ...decrease the temperature When 3 ZONE on the option control screen is selected the indicator will be on or the passenger s side temperature control button is pressed the tem perature for the driver s front passenger s and rear seats P 355 can be adjusted separately The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time 3 ZONE is selected To change the air outlets s...

Page 345: ...e air mode if the recir culated air mode is used It may switch automatically To defog the windshield and the side windows early turn the air flow and temperature up To return to the previous mode press again when the windshield is defogged Upper body In automatic mode air may flow to the feet as well as to the body to prevent your feet from getting sweaty Upper body and feet Defoggingthe windshiel...

Page 346: ...er body as well to warm the upper body effectively Feet and windshield Press The mode switches among recirculated air mode automatic and outside air mode modes each time the button is pressed When the system is switched to automatic mode the air conditioning system operates automatically Switching between outside airand recirculated air modes ...

Page 347: ...set to automatic mode the system is operated automatically according to the set temperature outside temperature etc Select to increase the temperature and to decrease the temperature Adjustingthetemperaturesetting Select on the operation screen Select increase or decrease on the operation screen The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time 3 ZONE on the ...

Page 348: ...348 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 5 2 Using the air conditioning system and defogger Disablingtheswitchesonthereararmrest Select on the operation screen Select Rearseatheaterswitches P 382 arealsolocked 1 2 ...

Page 349: ...f auto matically after approximately 1 to 3 minutes Operates S FLOW mode on off When the S FLOW mode button is pressed the airflow changes as fol lows Without rear air conditioning system Air flows to the front seats only With rear air conditioning system Air flows to the front seats only and if the passenger seat is unoccupied the set temperature outside humidity and temperature inside the cabin ...

Page 350: ...utletsandfrontsideoutlets Direct air flow to the left or right up or down Turn the knob to open or close the vent Rearseatoutlets Direct air flow to the left or right up or down Turn the knob to open or close the vent Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets 1 2 1 2 ...

Page 351: ...ording to the temperature setting and the ambient conditions Therefore the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow imme diately after is pressed Cool air may blow around the upper body even when the heater is on due to sun light Humiditysensor Foggingupofthe windows Thewindowswilleasilyfogupwhenthehumidityinthevehicleishigh Turning A C on will dehumidify the air from the o...

Page 352: ...ted as a default mode when the power switch is turned on It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing Automaticmodeforairintakecontrol In automatic mode the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes When the dehumidification function is off and the fan is operating turning automatic mode on wil...

Page 353: ...n may not operate even when A C on the option con trol screen is selected Ventilation and airconditioningodors To let fresh air in set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode During use various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents To reduce potential odors from occurr...

Page 354: ...and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up blocking your vision NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off Humiditysensor Follow these points to avoid damaging the sensor Do not disassemble the sensor Do not spray the glass cleaner on the sensor or subject it to str...

Page 355: ...terior features Rear air conditioning system If equipped Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting Button lock display Air outlet mode display Temperature display Temperature control Air outlet selector Off Automatic mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 356: ...nd fan speed will be adjusted automatically AUTO will be displayed on the control panel Press on to increase the temperature and to decrease the temperature When the rear seat heaters are set to AUTO mode the system is operated auto matically according to the set temperature outside temperature etc Using automatic air conditioning system 1 2 ...

Page 357: ...justingthetemperaturesetting Press on to increase the temperature and to decrease the temperature Changing theair outlets Press The air outlets change as follows each time is pressed Air flows as shown below according to the mode selected Upper body Upper body and feet Adjusting the settings manually ...

Page 358: ... Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet Direct air flow to the left or right up or down Turn the knob to open or close the vent Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets Rear center outlets 1 2 ...

Page 359: ... lock the but tons Pressing again until you hear a beep will release the lock The indicator appears on the display when the buttons are locked Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off Press until you hear a beep to turn the illumination off Pressing again until you hear a beep will turn the illumination on NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not leave the air condit...

Page 360: ...e ambient temperature and vehicle speed Operatingconditions The power switch must be in the ON mode These features are used to defog the rear window and to remove rain drops dewandfrostfromtheoutsiderearview mirrors CAUTION Whentheoutsiderearviewmirrordefoggers areon Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces as they can become very hot and burn you NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Turn th...

Page 361: ...off Select on the option control screen to turn on the windshield wiper de icer then the indicator will be on The windshield wiper de icer will automatically turn off after approxi mately 15 minutes then the indicator will be off Selecting on the option control screen again also turns the de icer off Operatingconditions The power switch must be in the ON mode If equipped This feature is used to pr...

Page 362: ...sing the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION Whenthewindshieldwiper de icerison Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you ...

Page 363: ...mum and the tail lights are on the inside door handle lights the ornament lights and the footwell lights will turn off P 93 Outer foot lights Shift lever light Interior light P 364 Front personal lights P 364 Inside door handle lights Rear personal lights P 364 Ornament lights Door courtesy lights Power window switch lights Footwell lights 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 364: ...terior light is turned off after being turned on while the rear personal lights are turned on the rear personal lights will not turn off simultaneously Turns the door position on Front Turns the light on off Rear Turns the light on off If the lights are turned on by interior light operation the lights cannot turn off by pressing the switch Interior light 1 2 Personal lights ...

Page 365: ...unlocked and whether the doors are opened closed Toprevent12 volt batterydischarge If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes Customization Setting e g the time elapsed before lights turn off can be changed Customizable features P 599 NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not leave the lights on longer than neces...

Page 366: ...M_OM30E26U_ U 5 4 Using the storage features List of storage features Cup holders P 370 Glove box P 368 Auxiliary boxes if equipped P 372 Ashtrays if equipped P 377 Auxiliary boxes P 372 Console box P 369 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 367: ... may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other stored items Lighters or spray cans may explode If they come into contact with other stored items the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas causing a fire hazard Whendrivingorwhen thestoragecompartmentsarenotinuse Keep the lids closed In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving an accident may occur du...

Page 368: ...Gloveboxlight The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on Trunkopenermain switch The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box P 144 Removingthe insert The insert inside the glove box can be removed Thegloveboxdoor An SRS knee airbag for the front passenger s seat is built into the glove box door P 38 Glovebox 1 2 3 ...

Page 369: ... Grip the knob to release the lock and lift the armrest to open Trayin the consolebox Consoleboxlight The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on Console box 1 2 The tray slides forward backward and can be removed CAUTION When using the console box with half open do not apply too much load on the armrest Doing so may damage the armrest and may cause you to injure yourself ...

Page 370: ... pull down the armrest and press in and release the rear cup holder on the armrest Removingthe separate tray frontcupholder When stowing thecupholders rearcupholder Stow the cup holder with the armrest down The cup holder cannot be stowed if the armrest is not down Cupholders The cup holder insert may be removed for cleaning ...

Page 371: ... Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the cup holders Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden braking causing injury If possible cover hot drinks to prevent burns NOTICE Topreventdamagetothe rear cup holder Stow the cup holder before stowing the armrest ...

Page 372: ...eatures Auxiliary boxes Type A Type B Press in the button Pull up the lever to release the lock and lift the lid Type C if equipped Open the lid CAUTION Usingtheauxiliaryboxes typeC Do not use the auxiliary box as an ashtray Doing so may cause a fire ...

Page 373: ... Using the storage features 5 Interior features Trunk features Raise the hooks when needed The cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items Pull the strap when using the hook Cargo hooks Luggage hook First aid kit storage net ...

Page 374: ...ggage mat Loosen the belt Tighten the belt Luggage mat Warning reflector storage belt 1 2 CAUTION Whenthecargohooksarenotinuse To avoid injury always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions NOTICE Luggagehookweightcapacity Do not hang any object heavier than 11 lb 5 kg on the luggage hook ...

Page 375: ... in the side posi tion flip down unhook and swing it to the side To use the side extender place the visor in the side position then slide it backward Slide the cover to open The light turns on when the cover is opened Sun visors 1 2 3 Vanity mirrors NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the hybrid system is off ...

Page 376: ...0h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 5 5 Other interior features Clock Pressing and holding will move the clock hands backward Pressing and holding will move the clock hands forward Theclockcanbeadjustedby pressingthebuttons 1 2 ...

Page 377: ...nnot inuse Keep the ashtray closed In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open ashtray or ash flying out Topreventfire Fully extinguish matches and cigarettes before putting them in the ashtray then make sure the ashtray is fully closed Do not place paper or any other type of flammable object in the ashtray ...

Page 378: ...outlets Front Open the lid Rear if equipped Open the lid Open the lid Thepoweroutletscanbeusedforthefollowingcomponents 12 V Accessories that run on less than 10 A 120 V AC if equipped Accessories that use less than 100 W 12 V 120 V AC if equipped for rear only ...

Page 379: ...accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A 120 V AC Do not use a 120 V AC appliance that requires more than 100W If a 120 V AC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used the protection circuit will cut the power supply Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off Appliances that maynotoperateproperly 120VAC The following 120 V...

Page 380: ...ns the heater on off The indicator light comes on when the heater is operating Operatingcondition The power switch is in ON mode Timer The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes If equipped Theheatedsteeringwheelheatsthesidegripsofthesteeringwheel ...

Page 381: ... with the steering wheel when the heated steering wheel is on Babies small children the elderly the sick and the physically challenged Persons with sensitive skin Persons who are fatigued Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep sleeping drugs cold remedies etc NOTICE Topreventthe 12 voltbatteryfrombeingdischarged Turn the switch off when the hybrid system is off ...

Page 382: ...heater switches The indicator light yellow on the switch comes on when the seat heater is operating Seat ventilator switches front seats only The indicator light green on the switch comes on when the seat venti lator is operating Level indicator lights The seat heater temperature level or the seat ventilator fan speed level for front seats only is displayed AUTO indicator lights Front seats Rear s...

Page 383: ...air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive mode in cold temperatures the seat heater may be automatically operated to assist heating performance Automaticoperationduring S FLOWmode The front seat heater and ventilator or the rear seat heater may automatically turn off when S FLOW mode is turned on during automatic mode P 349 Button...

Page 384: ...aters and ventilators or the rear seat heaters can be changed Customizable features P 599 CAUTION Burns Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on to avoid the possibility of burns Babies small children the elderly the sick and the physically challenged Persons with sensitive skin Persons who are fatigued Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sle...

Page 385: ...Topreventdamagetothe seatheaters seatventilators Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick sharp objects needles nails etc into the seat Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Turn the seat heaters seat ventilators off when the hybrid system is off ...

Page 386: ...386 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 5 5 Other interior features Armrest Fold down the armrest for use NOTICE Topreventdamagetothe armrest Do not apply too much load on the armrest ...

Page 387: ... Rear sunshade rear door sunshades The rear sunshade can be raised and lowered by operating the button shown below Fromthefrontseats Pull up the lever to release the lock Slide the armrest Raise lower Fromtherearseats ifequipped Raise lower If equipped Rear sunshade 1 2 1 3 ...

Page 388: ...e rear sunshade automatically lowers when the shift lever is shifted to R However the rear sunshade is raised again if any of the following occurs The button is pressed again Shift the shift lever into P The shift lever is shifted out of R and the vehicle reaches a speed of 9 mph 15 km h If the hybrid system is off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to the reverse operation feature it wil...

Page 389: ...r sunshadeis being operated Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the opening They may get caught causing injury NOTICE Toprevent12 voltbattery discharge Do not operate the rear sunshade when the hybrid system is off Toensure normal operationoftherearsunshadeandrear door sunshades Observe the following precautions Do not place excessive load on the motor or other comp...

Page 390: ...oat hooks are provided with the rear assist grips CAUTION Itemsthat cannotbehung onthecoat hook Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook If the SRS curtain shield airbags deploy these items may become projectiles causing death or serious injury ...

Page 391: ...p installed on the ceiling can be used to support your body while sitting on the seat CAUTION Assistgrip Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from your seat NOTICE Topreventdamagetothe assistgrip Do not hang any heavy object or put a heavy load on the assist grip ...

Page 392: ...UTION Whennot inuse Keep the utility hook stowed Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking NOTICE Utility hookweightcapacity Do not hang any object heavier than 4 4 lb 2 kg on the utility hook The utility hook may get damaged or the object hooked on the utility hook may fall down while driving ...

Page 393: ...omeLink compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices Refer to the programming method below appropriate for the device Indicator light Buttons The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage doors gates entry doors door locks home lighting systems security systems andotherdevices Programming the HomeLink for U S A owners 1 2 ...

Page 394: ...programming Press and hold one of the HomeLink buttons and the transmitter button When the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash you can release both but tons If the HomeLink indicator light comes on but does not flash or flashes rapidly for 2 seconds and remains lit the HomeLink button is already programmed Use the other buttons or follow the Repro gramming a HomeLink butt...

Page 395: ...tter is the rolling code type proceed to the heading Pro gramming a rolling code system Repeat the steps above to program another device for any of the remaining HomeLink buttons Programming a rolling code system for U S A owners If your device is rolling code equipped follow the steps under the head ing Programming HomeLink before proceeding with the steps listed below Locate the training button ...

Page 396: ...e the remote control transmitter 1 to 3 in 25 to 75 mm away from the HomeLink buttons Keep the HomeLink indicator light in view while programming Press and hold the selected HomeLink button Repeatedly press and release cycle the remote control transmitter for 2 seconds each until step is completed When the HomeLink indicator light starts to flash rapidly release the buttons Test the HomeLink opera...

Page 397: ...Link button After 20 seconds the HomeLink indicator light will start flashing slowly Keep pressing the HomeLink button and press and hold the transmitter button until the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash Release the buttons Press and hold the 2 outside buttons for 10 seconds until the indicator light flashes If you sell your vehicle be sure to erase the programs stored...

Page 398: ...device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment For vehicles sold in Canada NOTE Operation is subject to the following two conditions ...

Page 399: ...ts are out of danger to prevent potential harm Conforming tofederalsafetystandards Do not use the HomeLink compatible transceiver with any garage door opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by federal safety standards This includes any garage door that cannot detect an interfering object A door or device without these features increases the risk of death or seriou...

Page 400: ... nect is supported by Lexus designated response center which operates24hoursperday 7days perweek Safety Connect service is available by subscription on select telemat icshardware equippedvehicles By using the Safety Connect service you are agreeing to be bound by the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and Conditions as in effect and amended from time to time a current copy of ...

Page 401: ...he event of vehicle theft P 404 Emergency Assistance Button SOS Connects drivers to response center support P 404 Enhanced Roadside Assistance Provides drivers various on road assistance P 404 After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and are enrolled you can begin receiving services A variety of subscription terms is available for purchase Contact your Lexus dealer call ...

Page 402: ...le charges vary by subscription term selected Automatic Collision Notification Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Loca tion will function in the United States including Hawaii and Alaska and in Canada and Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States except Hawaii and in Canada No Safety Connect services will function outside of the United States in countries other than Cana...

Page 403: ...t up System malfunction contact your Lexus dealer No indicator light off Safety Connect service not active Automatic Collision Notification In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear end collision the system is designed to automatically call the response center The responding agent receives the vehicle s location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emerg...

Page 404: ...ency Assistance Button SOS In the event of an emergency on the road push the SOS button to reach the Safety Connect response center The answering agent will determine your vehicle s location assess the emergency and dispatch the necessary assistance required If you accidentally press the SOS button tell the response center agent that you are not experiencing an emergency EnhancedRoadsideAssistance...

Page 405: ...standards previ ously set by the following U S and international standards bodies ANSI American National Standards Institute C95 1 1992 NCRP National Council on Radiation Protection and Measure ment Report 86 1986 ICNIRP International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Pro tection 1996 Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evalua tions of the relevant scientific literature Ove...

Page 406: ...This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon trolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency RF Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 This equipment should be installed and operated keep ing the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person s body excluding extremi ties hands wrists feet and ankles ...

Page 407: ...ments 415 General maintenance 418 Emission inspection and maintenance I M programs 422 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance Do it yourself service precautions 423 Hood 426 Positioning a floor jack 427 Engine compartment 429 12 volt battery 439 Tires 443 Tire inflation pressure 453 Wheels 456 Air conditioning filter 458 Electronic key battery 460 Checking and replacing fuses 462 Headlight aim 477 Light b...

Page 408: ... restoring coating that is resistant to small surface scratches caused in a car wash etc The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when the vehicle is delivered from the plant The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside temperature The restoration time may become shorter when the coating is warmed by applying warm water Deep scratches caused by keys coins etc canno...

Page 409: ...s Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent Do not use hard brushes or abrasive cleaners Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot for example after driving for long distance in the hot weather Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use Bumpers Do not scrub with...

Page 410: ... raindrop sensor Precautionsregardingthe exhaust pipes Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot When washing the vehicle be careful not to touch the pipes until they have cooled sufficiently as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns Precautionregarding therearbumperwithBlindSpotMonitor ifequipped If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched the system may malfunc ti...

Page 411: ...re in a place with low humidity when storing the wheels Cleaning theexteriorlights Wash carefully Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush This may damage the surfaces of the lights Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights Wax may cause damage to the lenses Whenusingan automatic carwash Turn off AUTO mode of the wiper to prevent the wiper from operating P 223 If AUTO mode is ...

Page 412: ...r from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off all remaining traces of detergent Wipe the surface with a dry soft cloth to remove any remaining mois ture Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather using a sponge or soft cloth Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes Remove the dirt and wipe ...

Page 413: ...cleaningthecarpetedportionsof theglovebox consolebox etc If a strong adhesive tape is used there is a possibility that the surface of the carpet could be damaged CAUTION Waterinthe vehicle Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle such as on the floor in the hybrid bat tery traction battery air vents and in the trunk Doing so may cause the hybrid battery electrical components etc to malfunc tio...

Page 414: ...lace items made of vinyl plastic or containing wax on the upholstery as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly Wateronthefloor Do not wash the vehicle floor with water Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or under the floor of the vehicle Water may ...

Page 415: ...ment or Scheduled Maintenance You can perform some maintenance procedures by yourself Please be aware that do it yourself maintenance may affect warranty cov erage The use of Lexus repair manuals is recommended For details about warranty coverage refer to the separate Owner s Guide Warranty and Service Guide Owner s Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet To ensure safe and economical driving day to...

Page 416: ...at ing Turn the power switch off While pressing the ODO TRIP button P 93 turn the power switch to the ON mode do not start the hybrid system because otherwise the reset mode will be canceled Allowinspectionand repairstobeperformed byaLexusdealer Lexus technicians are well trained specialists and are kept up to date with the latest service information They are well informed about the operations of ...

Page 417: ...s known to the State of California to cause can cer and birth defects and other reproductive harm Work in a well ventilated area Oils fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by compo nent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Avoid exposure and wash any affected area immediately 12 volt ...

Page 418: ...pforadvice Engine compartment Items Check points Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct level P 437 Engine power control unit coolant Is the engine power control unit coolant at the correct level P 434 Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct level P 431 Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or strange sounds Radiator condenser The radiator and condenser should be free from foreig...

Page 419: ...e shift lever is in P is the vehicle securely stopped Brake pedal Does the brake pedal move smoothly Does the brake pedal have appropri ate clearance from the floor P 581 Does the brake pedal have the cor rect amount of free play P 581 Brakes The vehicle should not pull to one side when the brakes are applied The brakes should work effectively The brake pedal should not feel spongy The brake pedal...

Page 420: ...P 477 Parking brake Moves smoothly When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on is the vehicle securely stopped Seat belts Do the seat belts operate smoothly The seat belts should not be dam aged Seats Do the seat controls operate prop erly Steering wheel Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of free play There should not be any strange sound...

Page 421: ...nflation pressure correct The tires should not be damaged or excessively worn Have the tires been rotated accord ing to the maintenance schedule The wheel nuts should not be loose Windshield wipers The wiper blades should not show any signs of cracking splitting wear contamination or deformation The wiper blades should clear the windshield without streaking or skip ping CAUTION Ifthehybridsystemis...

Page 422: ...When the fuel tank cap is loose The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary mal function and your vehicle may not pass the I M test The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehicle is driven 40 or more times Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re testing Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD On Board Diagn...

Page 423: ...nel used only for adding brake fluid Engine power control unit coolant level P 434 Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or a similar high quality ethylene glycol based non silicate non amine non nitrite and non borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technol ogy For the U S A Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is pre mixed with 50 coolant and 50 deionized water For Canada Toyota Super Long Life Co...

Page 424: ...lbs P 479 Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original Phillips head screwdriver Flathead screwdriver Wrench Radiator and condenser P 436 Tire inflation pressure P 453 Tire pressure gauge Compressed air source Washer fluid P 438 Water or washer fluid containing anti freeze for winter use Funnel used only for adding water or washer fluid Items Parts and tools ...

Page 425: ...fold etc right after driving as they may be hot Oil and other fluids may also be hot Do not leave anything that may burn easily such as paper and rags in the engine compartment Do not smoke cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel Fuel fumes are flam mable Whenworking neartheelectric cooling fansorradiatorgrille Be sure the power switch is off With the power switch in ON mode the electric cool...

Page 426: ...Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood Releasethelockfromtheinside ofthevehicletoopenthehood 1 2 CAUTION Pre driving check Check that the hood is fully closed and locked If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident which may result in death or serious injury ...

Page 427: ...E26U_ U 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance 6 Maintenance and care Positioning a floor jack Front Rear When raising your vehicle with a floor jack position the jack correctly Improperplacementmaydamageyourvehicleorcauseinjury ...

Page 428: ...or automotive jack stands on a solid flat level surface Do not start the hybrid system while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack Stop the vehicle on level firm ground firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage the vehi cle and may cause the veh...

Page 429: ...nt 12 voltbattery P 439 Engine oil level dipstick P 431 Engine coolant reservoir P 434 Engine oil filler cap P 432 Power control unit coolant reservoir P 434 Brake fluid reservoir P 437 Fuse box P 462 Washer fluid tank P 438 Electric cooling fans Condenser P 436 Radiator P 436 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...

Page 430: ...theenginecompartmentcover Right hand side Center Installingtheclips Push up center portion Insert Press Engine compartment cover 1 2 3 NOTICE Checking theenginecompartmentcoverafter installation Make sure that the cover is securely installed in its original position ...

Page 431: ...d turning off the hybrid system wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine Holding a rag under the end pull the dipstick out Wipe the dipstick clean Reinsert the dipstick fully Holding a rag under the end pull the dipstick out and check the oil level Low Normal Excessive The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or engine Wipe the d...

Page 432: ... of engine oil will be consumed while driving In the following situa tions oil consumption may increase and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil maintenance intervals When the engine is new for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after replacing the engine If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy lo...

Page 433: ...fe and acceptable manner Do not dis pose of used oil and filters in household trash in sewers or onto the ground Call your Lexus dealer service station or auto parts store for information con cerning recycling or disposal Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children NOTICE Topreventseriousenginedamage Check the oil level on a regular basis Whenreplacingtheengineoil Be careful not to s...

Page 434: ...reservoir when the hybrid system is cold Enginecoolantreservoir Reservoir cap FULL line LOW line If the level is on or below the LOW line add coolant up to the FULL line P 566 Powercontrolunitcoolantreservoir Reservoir cap FULL line LOW line If the level is on or below the LOW line add coolant up to the FULL line P 566 Coolant 1 2 3 1 2 3 ...

Page 435: ...enishing Visually check the radiator hoses engine power control unit coolant reservoir caps drain cock and water pump If you cannot find a leak have your Lexus dealer test the cap and check for leaks in the cooling system CAUTION Whenthehybrid systemis hot Do not remove the engine power control unit coolant reservoir caps or the cool ant inlet cap P 570 The cooling system may be under pressure and...

Page 436: ... foreign objects If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition have your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer Radiator and condenser CAUTION Whenthehybrid systemis hot Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause serious inju ries such as burns ...

Page 437: ...ake fluid Brake fluid Fluid type FMVSS No 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid Items Clean funnel CAUTION Whenfillingthereservoir Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted sur faces If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes flush the affected area with clean water immediately If you still experience discomfort see a doctor NOTICE Ifthefluid levelis loworhigh It is no...

Page 438: ...r fluid when the hybrid system is hot or operating as washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc NOTICE Donotuseany fluidotherthan washerfluid Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle s painted surfaces Diluting washer fluid Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary Refer to the freezing tem...

Page 439: ...located on the left hand side of luggage compart ment Pull the strap upwards to lift up the 12 volt battery cover Make sure that the 12 volt battery terminals are not corroded and that there are no loose connections cracks or loose clamps Terminals Hold down clamp Location Removing the 12 volt battery cover Exterior 1 2 ...

Page 440: ...mart access system with push button start may not be possible immediately after reconnecting the 12 volt battery If this happens use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock unlock the doors Start the hybrid system with the power switch in ACCESSORY mode The hybrid system may not start with the power switch turned off However the hybrid system will operate normally from the second...

Page 441: ...lt battery terminals with tools Do not smoke or light a match near the 12 volt battery Avoid contact with eyes skin and clothes Never inhale or swallow electrolyte Wear protective safety glasses when working near the 12 volt battery Keep children away from the 12 volt battery Wheretosafely chargethe12 voltbattery Always charge the 12 volt battery in an open area Do not charge the 12 volt bat tery ...

Page 442: ...rolyte gets on your clothes It can soak through clothing on to your skin Immediately take off the clothing and follow the procedure above if necessary If you accidentally swallow electrolyte Drink a large quantity of water or milk Get emergency medical attention imme diately Whenreplacingthe12 volt battery Use a 12 volt battery designed for this vehicle Failure to do so may cause gas hydrogen to e...

Page 443: ...ad Treadwear indicator Worn tread The location of treadwear indicators is shown by the TWI or marks etc molded on the sidewall of each tire Check spare tire condition and pres sure if not rotated Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear Checkingtires 1 2 3 ...

Page 444: ...ize tire wear and extend tire life Lexus recommends that tire rota tion is carried out at the same interval as tire inspection Do not fail to initialize the tire pressure warning system after tire rotation Vehicles with front and rear tires of differing sizes Tires cannot be rotated Tire rotation Front ...

Page 445: ...d on the multi information display P 99 Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters When replacing tires or wheels tire pressure warning valves and trans mitters must also be installed When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are installed new ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer and the tire pressure warning system must be initialized Have t...

Page 446: ...he specified cold tire inflation pressure level P 582 Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation pres sure level The tire pressure warning system will operate based on this pressure level Turn the power switch to ON mode Press and hold the tire pres sure warning reset switch until the tire pressure warning light blinks slowly 3 times Wait for a few minutes with the ...

Page 447: ...er is not registered the tire pressure warning system will not work properly After driving for about 20 min utes the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute and stays on to indicate a sys tem malfunction Tire life Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if it has sel dom or never been used or damage is not obvious Routinetire inflationpressurechecks The tir...

Page 448: ...commended When installing snow tires be sure to replace all four tires All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be ade quate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use year round All season tires however do not have adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow Also all season tires fall short in accelera...

Page 449: ...rates strong radio waves or electrical noise When carrying a portable radio cellular phone cordless phone or other wire less communication device Vehicles with the tire inflation pressure display function If tire position information is not correctly displayed due to the radio wave conditions the display may be corrected by driving and changing the radio wave conditions When the vehicle is parked ...

Page 450: ...E This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com pliance could void the user s authori...

Page 451: ...tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level Otherwise the tire pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually normal Caution regarding interference with electronic devices vehicles with the tire inflationpressure displayfunction Users o...

Page 452: ...id sealant is used contact your Lexus dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire P 445 Driving on roughroads Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure reducing the cushion ing ability of the tires ...

Page 453: ...U 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance 6 Maintenance and care Tire inflation pressure The recommended cold tire infla tion pressure and tire size are dis played on the tire and loading information label P 582 Tire inflation pressure ...

Page 454: ...re measurement and adjust ment apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage Put the tire valve cap back on Tire inflation pressure check interval You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks or at least once a month Do not forget to check the spare Effectsof incorrecttire inflationpressure Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following Reduced fuel e...

Page 455: ...ation pres sure to be higher after driving Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is balanced CAUTION Properinflation is critical tosavetireperformance Keep your tires properly inflated Otherwise the following conditions may occur and result in an accident causing death or serious injury Excessive wear Uneven wear Poor handling P...

Page 456: ...n straightened Steel wheels F SPORT models only Use only Lexus wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with your aluminum wheels When rotating repairing or changing your tires check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1000 miles 1600 km Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using tire chains Use only Lexus genuine balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber ham...

Page 457: ...t causing death or serious injury F SPORT models Do not install steel wheels The wheel contact surface could be damaged and the wheel could come off while driving which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury Use of defectivewheels prohibited Do not use cracked or deformed wheels Doing so could cause the tire to leak air during driving possibly causing an acci dent NOTICE Re...

Page 458: ...glove box Lift up the side with the stay disconnect the stay tabs and remove the parti tion by pulling horizontally Press the tabs and remove the fil ter cover Press the tabs and remove the fil ter case The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioningefficiency Removal method 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 459: ...cording to the maintenance sched ule In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow early replacement may be required For scheduled maintenance information please refer to the Owner s Manual Supplement or Scheduled Maintenance If airflowfromthevents decreasesdramatically The filter may be clogged Check the filter and replace if necessary 5 NOTICE Whenusingtheairconditioningsystem Make sure that a...

Page 460: ...er Lithium battery CR2032 Take out the mechanical key Remove the cover To prevent damage to the key cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag Remove the depleted battery Insert a new battery with the termi nal facing up Replacethebattery withanewoneifitisdepleted You will need the following items Replacing the battery 1 2 3 ...

Page 461: ...art access system with push button start and wireless remote control will not function properly The operational range will be reduced CAUTION Removed battery andotherparts These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking Keep away from children Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury NOTICE Fornormaloperation afterreplacing thebattery Observe the following ...

Page 462: ...e box cover Engine compartment Remove the engine compart ment cover P 430 and remove all of the clips Push the tabs on either side to detach the lock and lift the lid off while pulling the lock plate When installing the lid check that the lock plate and the tabs on either side are connected correctly If any of the electrical components do not operate a fuse may have blown Ifthishappens checkandrep...

Page 463: ...26U_ U 463 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance 6 Maintenance and care Driver s side instrument panel Remove the lid Passenger s side instrument panel Remove the lid Trunk Push the tab in and lift the lid off Remove the lid ...

Page 464: ...U 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance The upper part of the 12 volt battery Pull the strap upwards to lift up the 12 volt battery cover Remove the fuse with the pullout tool Only type A fuse can be removed using the pullout tool 4 ...

Page 465: ... and care Check if the fuse is blown Normal fuse Blown fuse Type A and B Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid Type C and D Contact your Lexus dealer 5 1 2 Type A Type B Type C Type D ...

Page 466: ...ke system exhaust system 4 IG2 MAIN 20 IGN GAUGE INJ AIR BAG IG2 NO 1 LH IG2 5 EFI MAIN 25 Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection system EFI NO 2 6 A F 15 Air flow sensor 7 EDU 20 Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection system 8 F PMP 25 Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection system 9 H LP RH LO 20 Right hand hea...

Page 467: ...ystem 18 D C CUT 30 DOME MPX B 19 HORN 10 Horn 20 ODS 5 Occupant classification system 21 TV 7 5 Remote Touch screen 22 P I B NO 2 80 IG2 MAIN EFI MAIN EDU F PMP A F 23 ABS NO 2 30 Motor relay 24 P I B NO 1 50 H LP HI RH H LP HI LH DRL 25 H LP LO 30 H LP LO RH H LP LO LH 26 LH J B B 40 Left hand junction block 27 RH J B B 40 Right hand junction block 28 VGRS 40 VGRS 29 OIL PMP 60 Oil pump 30 IGCT ...

Page 468: ...d closer clock CAN gateway ECU 36 IGCT NO 4 10 Power control unit 37 IGCT NO 3 7 5 Hybrid battery traction battery DC DC converter 38 IGCT NO 2 5 Hybrid system 39 IG2 NO 1 5 DCM CAN gateway ECU 40 GAUGE 5 Gauges and meters 41 DC DC 150 RH J B DC DC P I DC DC LH J B DC DC LUG J B DC DC 42 P I DC DC 100 RR S SHADE DEFOG FOG TAIL PANEL 43 RH J B DC DC 80 Right hand junction block 44 LH J B DC DC 50 L...

Page 469: ...e bulb vehicles with discharge headlights 52 ABS NO 1 30 Motor relay 53 ECU B NO 2 7 5 No circuit 54 DEICER 25 Windshield wiper de icer 55 ABS MAIN 3 10 Brake system 56 FILTER 10 Condenser 57 A C W P 7 5 Air conditioning system 58 SPARE 10 Spare fuse 59 SPARE 30 Spare fuse 60 SPARE 20 Spare fuse Fuse Ampere Circuit ...

Page 470: ...10 Seat belts body ECU AFS overhead mod ule raindrop sensor inside rear view mirror lane camera sensor LKA head up display shift lock system intuitive parking assist front left hand door ECU driver monitor system Remote Touch screen electric tilt and tele scopic steering column power seats moon roof windshield wiper de icer intuitive park ing assist switch PTC heater headlight cleaner Blind Spot M...

Page 471: ...RL 30 Power window rear left hand 16 HAZ 15 Turn signal lights emergency flashers 17 LH IG2 10 Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection system stop lights smart access system with push button start steering lock system brake system power management system 18 LH J B B 7 5 Body ECU 19 S ROOF 20 Moon roof 20 P SEAT2 F L 25 Power seats 21 TI TE 20 Electric tilt and telescopi...

Page 472: ...RH ECU IG 10 Navigation system VGRS pre collision seat belts air conditioning system brake system Lexus night view yaw rate and G sensor capacitor Dynamic rear steering 9 RH IG 10 Tension reducer seat heater ventilator switches front right hand door ECU CAN gateway ECU tire pressure warning system power seats 10 DOOR FR 30 Front right hand door control system out side rear view mirror defoggers po...

Page 473: ...DIA 10 Navigation system Remote Touch 15 RAD NO 1 30 Audio system 16 AIR BAG 10 SRS airbag system occupant classification system 17 OBD 7 5 On board diagnosis system 18 ACC 7 5 Body ECU DCM head up display RR CTRL Remote Touch screen navigation sys tem clock transmission Fuse Ampere Circuit ...

Page 474: ...7 5 DC DC converter 8 BATT FAN HV 20 Hybrid battery traction battery cooling fan system 9 SECURITY 7 5 SECURITY 10 ECU B NO 3 7 5 Parking brake 11 TRK OPN 7 5 Power trunk opener and closer trunk open motor 12 DCM HV 7 5 DCM 13 AC INV HV 20 Power outlet 120V AC 14 RR IG1 5 Radar sensor Blind Spot Monitor 15 RR ECU IG 10 Power trunk opener and closer parking brake tension reducer rear left hand RR C...

Page 475: ...battery When one or more of the fuses in this unit are blown the unit needs to be replaced as a whole Fuse Ampere Circuit 1 EPB 30 Parking brake 2 LUG J B BATT 40 Luggage compartment junction block 3 EPS 80 Electric power steering 4 ARS 80 Dynamic rear steering 5 MAIN 220 Engine compartment junction block ...

Page 476: ...rtain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent overload non genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable CAUTION Topreventsystembreakdownsandvehiclefire Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle and possibly a fire or injury Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated or use any other object in place o...

Page 477: ...as a full tank of gasoline and the area around the headlight is not deformed Park the vehicle on level ground Sit in the driver s seat Bounce the vehicle several times Vertical movement adjusting bolts Discharge headlights LED headlights Adjustment bolt A Adjustment bolt B Before checking the headlight aim 1 2 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 478: ...rning direction and the number of turns Turn bolt B the same number of turns and in the same direction as step If the headlight cannot be adjusted using this procedure take the vehicle to your Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim Adjusting the headlight aim 1 Discharge headlights LED headlights 2 1 Discharge headlights LED headlights ...

Page 479: ...place the following bulbs by yourself The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb If necessary bulb replace mentseemsdifficulttoperform contactyourLexusdealer For more information about replacing other light bulbs contact your Lexus dealer Preparing for light bulbreplacement Removing the engine compartment covers Bulblocations Front turn signal light Halogen fog light if equip...

Page 480: ...480 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance Vehicles with LED headlights Rear Halogen fog light if equipped Front turn signal light 1 2 Back up light Rear turn signal light 1 2 ...

Page 481: ... 2 fender liner clips Turn the steering wheel to the left when replacing the right side light bulb and turn the steering wheel to the right when replacing the left side light bulb To take out the clips turn the head of the clip to unlock then remove by pulling While holding the clamp open pull and remove the tabs and open the fender liner Unplug the connector while pressing the lock release Replac...

Page 482: ...ulb with the mounting and insert Turn it clockwise to set Set the connector After installing the connector shake the bulb base gently to check that it is not loose turn the fog lights on once and visually confirm that no light is leaking through the mounting Reinstall the fender liner and install the clips Insert the clips and turn to lock 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 483: ... and care Frontturnsignallights vehicleswithdischargeheadlights For the left side only To allow enough working space turn the steering wheel all the way to the right then remove the bolts and take off the cover Turn the bulb base counterclockwise 1 2 Right side Left side ...

Page 484: ... 3 Do it yourself maintenance Remove the light bulb When installing reverse the steps listed After installing the bulb base secure the cord with the clips and install the cover in its original posi tion For the left side only 3 4 ...

Page 485: ... yourself maintenance 6 Maintenance and care Frontturnsignallights vehicleswithLEDheadlights For the left side only Remove the bolt and move the washer fluid filler opening Turn the bulb base counter clockwise Remove the light bulb 1 2 3 ...

Page 486: ...ce When installing reverse the steps listed After installing the bulb base secure the cord with the clips and if replacing the left side bulb make sure to install the bolt for the washer fluid filler opening in its original position 4 Right side Left side ...

Page 487: ...e Rearturnsignallights Open the trunk lid and remove the cover Turn the bulb base counter clockwise Remove the light bulb When installing reverse the steps listed After installing the bulb base secure the cord with the clips and install the cover in its original posi tion 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 488: ... Pry out each side of the trunk closer switch in turn by inserting a screwdriver into the base To prevent damage cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag Remove the clips on whichever side you are replacing and open the cover of the trunk lid Turn the bulb base counter clockwise Remove the light bulb When installing reverse the steps listed 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 489: ...ay go out temporarily The discharge bulbs will come on when normal power is restored LEDLights The lights other than the discharge headlights if equipped halogen fog lights if equipped front turn signal lights rear turn signal lights back up lights and outer foot lights each consist of a number of LEDs If any of the LEDs burn out take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer to have the light replaced Co...

Page 490: ... on the bulb Also if the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them Failure to do so may result in heat damage fire or water entering the headlight unit This may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens Vehicles with discharge headlights While the headlights are turned on and for a short time after th...

Page 491: ...when the headlights are turned on An extremely high voltage of 30000 V will be discharged and could result in death or serious injury by electric shock Do not attempt to take apart or repair the headlight bulbs connectors power supply circuits or related components Doing so could result in electric shock and death or serious injury Topreventdamageorfire Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked ...

Page 492: ...492 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 6 3 Do it yourself maintenance ...

Page 493: ...omething is wrong 502 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds 503 If a warning message is displayed 513 If you have a flat tire 541 If the hybrid system will not start 554 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P 556 If the parking brake cannot be released 557 If the electronic key does not operate properly 559 If the 12 volt battery is discharged 562 If your vehicle overheats 56...

Page 494: ... off press the switch once again Emergencyflashers If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is not operating while the READY indicator is not illuminated the 12 volt battery may discharge The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehi clehastobestopped in theroad due toa breakdown etc ...

Page 495: ...p depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as possible To stop the hybrid system press and hold the power switch for 2 consecutive seconds or more or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road Onlyinanemergency suchasifit becomesimpossibletostopthevehi cleinthenormalway stopthevehicleusingthefollowingprocedure 1 2 3 ...

Page 496: ...ing The hybrid warning message shows on the multi information display and the vehicle does not move The vehicle makes an abnormal sound If towing is necessary we recommend having your vehicle towed by yourLexusdealerorcommercial towingservice usingawheel lifttype truckorflatbedtruck Use a safety chain system for all towing and abide by all state provin cialandlocallaws Situations need to contact d...

Page 497: ...U 7 When trouble arises Do not tow with a sling type truck to prevent body damage Towing with a sling typetruck Towing with a wheel lift type truck From the front From the rear Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels Use a towing dolly under the front wheels ...

Page 498: ...y tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged If a tow truck is not available in an emergency your vehicle may be tempo rarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eye let This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes The vehi cle s wheels drive train axles steer...

Page 499: ... eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench or hard metal bar Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet Take care not to damage the vehicle body Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system If the hybrid system does not start turn the power switch to ON mode Shift the shift lever to N and release the ...

Page 500: ... cables or chains may become damaged broken debris may hit people and cause serious damage Do not turn the power switch off There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated Installingtowingeyelettothevehicle Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely If not securely installed towing eyelet may come loose during towing Be sure to transport the vehicle with all...

Page 501: ...ehiclewhen towing using a wheel lifttypetruck Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the power switch is off The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight Topreventbodydamagewhen towingwitha sling type truck Do not tow with a sling type truck either from the front or rear ...

Page 502: ...rnering Strange noises related to the suspension system Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system Engine missing stumbling or running roughly Appreciable loss of power Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road Loss of brake effectiveness spongy feeling pedal almost touches the floor If you notice any of the following sy...

Page 503: ...m the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or flashes If a light comes on or flashes but then goes off this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system However if this continuestooccur havethevehicleinspectedby yourLexusdealer Stop the vehicle immediately Continuing to drive the vehicle may bedangerous Warning light Warning light Details U S A Canada Brake systemwa...

Page 504: ...cates a malfunction in the vehicle s charging system Have the vehicle inspected byyour Lexus dealer immediately Warning light Warning light Details U S A Canada Malfunctionindicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in The hybrid system The electronic engine control system The electronic throttle control system or The electronic hybrid transmission control system SRSwarninglight Indicates a malfunction...

Page 505: ...collision system is dis abled P 293 The light will flash when the system cannot temporarily be used P 532 Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in The VSC system or The TRAC system The light will flash when the VSC or the TRAC system is operat ing Flashes If equipped AFSOFF indicator Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front lighting system Flashes Brake holdoperatedindicator Indicates a malf...

Page 506: ...rningbuzzer 1 Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed Check that all the doors and the trunk are closed Lowfuellevelwarninglight Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 2 6 gal 10 0 L 2 2 Imp gal or less Refuel the vehicle Seat beltreminderlight warn ingbuzzer 2 Warns the driver and or front passenger to fasten their seat belts Fasten the seat belt If the front passenger s seat is...

Page 507: ...ront passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened The buzzer sounds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph 20 km h If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds Then if the seat belt is still unfas tened the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds Tire pressurewarninglight When the light comes on Low tire i...

Page 508: ...the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat If themalfunction indicatorlampcomeson whiledriving First check the following Is the fuel tank empty If it is fill the fuel tank immediately Is the fuel tank cap loose If it is tighten it securely The light will go off after several driving trips If the light does not go off even after several...

Page 509: ...sure warning valve and trans mitter If a tire goes flat the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire Conditionsthatthe tire pressurewarningsystemmaynotfunctionproperly P 449 If thetire pressurewarninglightfrequentlycomesonafterblinkingfor 1minute If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute w...

Page 510: ... Ifthetirepressure warning light comeson Be sure to observe the following precautions Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible Adjust the tire inflation pres sure immediately If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust ment it is probable that you have...

Page 511: ...e them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility t...

Page 512: ...tem from functioning properly Always check the TPMS tire pressure warning system malfunction tell tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS tire pressure warning system to continue to function properly NOTICE Toensure thetirepressurewarningsystem operates properly Do not install tires with different ...

Page 513: ...gain after the following actions have been performed contact your Lexus dealer The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer If a warning is shown on the multi information display stay calm and performthefollowingactions 1 2 Stop the vehicle immediately Continuing to drive the vehicle may bedangerou...

Page 514: ...diately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer Indicates a malfunction in The regenerative brake system The electronically controlled brake system or The electric parking brake A buzzer also sounds Stop the vehicleimmediately Warning message Details Warning message Details Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure The warning light may come on if the engine oil pressure is too...

Page 515: ... Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer Have the vehicle inspected immediately Warning message Details Indicates a malfunction in the pre collision system Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assist All assist sensors flash Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar cruise control system if equipped or the cruise control sys tem Press the ON OFF button once to deactivate the...

Page 516: ...se control with full speed range Depress the brake pedal Indicates a malfunction in the LKA Lane Keeping Assist Indicates a malfunction in the LED headlight system Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight lev eling system Warning message Details If equipped If equipped Flashes If equipped If equipped ...

Page 517: ...ront lighting system Indicates a malfunction in The SRS airbag system The front passenger occupant classification system or The seat belt pretensioner system Indicates a malfunction in The ABS or The brake assist system Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system Warning message Details If equipped U S A Canada Flashes ...

Page 518: ...nction in the brake hold system Depress the brake pedal Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system Indicates a malfunction in the EPS Electric Power Steering system Warning message Details Flashes U S A Flashes Canada ...

Page 519: ...ble arises If equipped Indicates a malfunction in the VGRS If equipped Indicates a malfunction in the DRS Indicates a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor Indicates a malfunction in the smart access system with push button start Warning message Details If equipped Flashes ...

Page 520: ...etails Correction procedure Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed The system also indi cates which doors are not fully closed If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph 5 km h flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate that the door s are not yet fully closed Make sure that all the doors are closed Indicates that the hood is not fully closed If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph ...

Page 521: ...dicates that the win dows are not fully closed with the power switch off and the driver s door open Close all the windows Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed with the power switch off and the driver s door open Close the moon roof Indicates that the win dows and the moon roof are not fully closed with the power switch off and the driver s door open Close all the windows and the moon r...

Page 522: ...parking brake Indicates that the parking brake system has over heated Wait until the system cools down Indicates that the brake hold system is not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep incline Use the brake hold sys tem when it becomes available Indicates that the brake hold system is unable to cancel the brake hold function Depress the brake pedal Warning message Details Correction proc...

Page 523: ...en the driver s seat belt Close the trunk and hood Indicates that the brake hold system is not avail able The reason the brake hold system is not avail able may be displayed Depress the brake pedal Close the driver s door Fasten the driver s seat belt Indicates that the parking brake is set automatically while the brake hold sys tem is holding the brakes Release the parking brake Warning message D...

Page 524: ...has dropped because a long period of time has elapsed after shifting the shift lever to N Restart the hybrid system when starting the vehicle Indicates that the gaso line engine cannot oper ate or the shift lever is in N for a long time Stop the vehicle and shift the shift lever to P Indicates that the accel erator pedal is depressed while the shift position is in N Release the accelerator pedal a...

Page 525: ...that intuitive parking assist sensor is dirty or covered with ice Clean the sensor Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with ice Clean the sensor Indicates that the radar cruise control system is unable to judge vehicle to vehicle distance Turn off the snow mode If the windshield wip ers are on turn them off or set them to a mode other than AUTO or high speed wiper operation If equi...

Page 526: ...ibility of a frontal collision or that the pre collision braking function is operating At the same time will appear on the head up dis play Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes Indicates that the LKA Lane Keeping Assist is suspended The camera sensor temperature is higher than the operation tem perature range The power steering system operation is restricted Restart the LKA after driving for a ...

Page 527: ...Indicates that the LKA Lane Keeping Assist system detects no handed driving while the lane keeping assist func tion is operating The warning buzzer sounds twice Grip the steering wheel firmly Indicates that the Blind Spot Monitor sensors or the surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or covered with ice Clean the sensor and its surrounding area on the bumper Indicates that the hybrid system has ov...

Page 528: ...on warms up Wait until the transmis sion warms up Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2 6 gal 10 0 L 2 2 Imp gal or less Refuel the vehicle Indicates that the power switch is turned off or turned to ACCESSORY mode and the driver s door is opened while the lights are turned on Turn the lights off Indicates that the driver s door was opened with the shift position in any posi tion other t...

Page 529: ...KA Lane KeepingAssist lanedeparturewarningfunction ifequipped In the following cases the warning message will not be displayed even if a lane line is crossed When the vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LKA system functions When the lane lines cannot be recognized When the steering wheel is turned as far as necessary to cause the vehicle to change lanes Opendoorwarningmessage Th...

Page 530: ...ails Correction procedure Indicates that the brake hold system is not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a slippery road Use the brake hold sys tem when it becomes available Indicates that the washer fluid level is low Add washer fluid Indicates that all mainte nance according to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule should be performed soon If necessary perform maintenance Comes on...

Page 531: ...iles 8000 km after the message has been reset The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset Indicates that the tire inflation pressure is low Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level Indicates a malfunction in the tire pressure warning system Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn the power switch off then on again If the tire pressure warni...

Page 532: ...dis played after driving for several minutes stop the vehicle in a safe place turn the power switch off then on again and start driving If the tire pressure is still not displayed even after repeating this sev eral times have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer Indicates that the pre col lision system is not cur rently functional because the grille cover or the sensor is dirty This message ...

Page 533: ...hybrid sys tem traction battery cooling component at your Lexus dealer Indicates that the EV drive mode is not avail able The reason the EV drive mode is not avail able the vehicle is idling battery charge is low speed is higher than the EV drive mode operating speed range accelerator pedal is depressed too much may be dis played Use the EV drive mode when it becomes avail able Indicates that the ...

Page 534: ...e to start the hybrid system Start the hybrid sys tem with the electronic key present Once 3 times The electronic key was carried out side the vehicle and a door other than the driver s door was opened and closed while the power switch was in a mode other than off Bring the electronic key back into the vehicle The driver s door was opened and closed while the electronic key was not in the vehicle ...

Page 535: ...ors with out first turning the power switch off when the shift lever was in P Turn the power switch off and lock the doors again 9 times An attempt was made to drive when the regular key was not inside the vehi cle Confirm that the electronic key is inside the vehicle Con tinuous The driver s door was opened when the shift lever was not in P and the power switch was not turned off Shift the shift ...

Page 536: ...shift lever to P Bring the elec tronic key back into the vehi cle Once Con tinuous An attempt was made to lock the doors using the smart access sys tem with push button start while the electronic key was still inside the vehicle An attempt was made to lock either front door by opening a door and putting the inside lock button into the lock position then closing the door with the electronic key sti...

Page 537: ...switch was pressed the electronic key could not be detected in the vehicle The electronic key could not be detected in the vehicle even after the power switch was pressed two consecutive times Touch the electronic key to the power switch while depressing the brake pedal Once An attempt was made to start the hybrid system with the shift lever in an incorrect position Shift the shift lever to P and ...

Page 538: ...tion procedure Power was turned off due to the auto matic power off function Next time when start ing the hybrid sys tem increase the engine speed slightly and maintain that level for approxi mately 5 minutes to recharge the 12 volt battery Once The electronic key has a low battery Replace the electronic key battery P 460 ...

Page 539: ...ke pedal During an hybrid system starting pro cedure in the event that the electronic key was not func tioning properly P 560 the power switch was touched with the electronic key Press the power switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding Once The steering lock could not be released within 3 seconds of the power switch being pressed Press the power switch while depressing the brake pedal and m...

Page 540: ...ay not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound Once After the power switch has been turned off with the shift lever in a posi tion other than P the shift lever has been shifted to P Turn the power switch off Interior buzzer Exterior buzzer Warning message Details Correction procedure Flashes ...

Page 541: ...op the hybrid system Turn on the emergency flashers P 494 Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire The flat tire can be replaced withthesparetire Fordetailsabouttires P 443 CAUTION Ifyou haveaflattire Do not continue driving with a flat tire Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel beyond repair which could result in an accident Beforejackingupthevehicle ...

Page 542: ...2 Steps to take in an emergency GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U Location of the spare tire jack and tools Jack handle Parking brake release tool Screwdriver Towing eyelet Wheel nut wrench Spare tire Jack 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 543: ...d do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires on this vehicle Put the jack properly in its jack point Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Do not start the hybrid system or drive the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by the jack Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside When raising the vehicle do not put an object on or under the jac...

Page 544: ...50h_OM_OM30E26U_ U Remove the center luggage mat P 374 Remove the spacer and take out the jack handle from the reverse side of the center luggage mat Take out the jack For tightening For loosening Taking out the jack and jack handle 1 2 3 1 2 ...

Page 545: ...rouble arises Remove the center luggage mat P 374 Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire Taking out the spare tire 1 2 CAUTION Whenstoring thesparetire Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare tire and the body of the vehicle ...

Page 546: ...the jack point The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel They indicate the jack point positions Replacing a flat tire 1 Flat tire Wheel chock positions Front Left hand side Behind the rear right hand side tire Right hand side Behind the rear left hand side tire Rear Left hand side In front of the front right hand side tire Right hand side In front of the front left hand side tire 2 ...

Page 547: ..._ U 7 When trouble arises Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire When resting the tire on the ground place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface 4 5 ...

Page 548: ...serious injury Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened leading to bolt or disc wheel damage In addition the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off causing a serious accident Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque ...

Page 549: ... to come off Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount When replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat When replacing an aluminum wheel with an aluminum wheel turn the wheel nuts until the washers come into contact with the disc wheel Insta...

Page 550: ...ergency GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U Lower the vehicle Firmly tighten each wheel nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration Tightening torque 76 ft lbf 103 N m 10 5 kgf m Stow the flat tire tire jack and all tools 3 4 5 ...

Page 551: ...are tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure warning system Also if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on the light remains on When the compact spare tire is equipped The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires If youhavea flatrear tireon aroad covered with snowor ice Install the ...

Page 552: ...on as possible Avoid sudden acceleration abrupt steering sudden braking and shifting opera tions that cause sudden engine braking Whenthecompactsparetireisattached The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected and the following systems may not operate correctly ABS Brake assist VSC TRAC Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control if equipped PCS if equipped EPS AFS if equipped AVS LKA Lane Keepi...

Page 553: ...ols andjack Before driving make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their stor age location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden braking NOTICE Driving withtirechainsand thecompactsparetire Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving perfor mance Whenreplacingthetires Whe...

Page 554: ...oblem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse However depending on the type of malfunction an interim measure is available to start the hybrid system P 555 One of the following may be the cause of the problem The 12 volt battery may be discharged P 562 The 12 volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the...

Page 555: ...not start the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power switch is func tioning normally Set the parking brake Shift the shift lever to P Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps the system may be m...

Page 556: ... cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag Press the shift lock override but ton The shift lever can be shifted while the button is pressed If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal there may be a problem with the shift lock system a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever Have the vehicle inspected by yourLexusdealerimmediately The following steps ...

Page 557: ...o the screwdriver handle Take out the spare tire P 545 In the event that the 12 volt battery is discharged or switch operation does not release the parking brake the parking brake can be released manually using the procedure below This procedure should be per formed onlyif necessary suchasin anemergency If the switch cannot be operated even when the 12 volt battery is nor mal theparkingbrakesystem...

Page 558: ...rake cannot be set manually 3 4 CAUTION Whenreleasingtheparkingbrake manually Shift the shift lever to P turn the power switch off and chock the tires Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move resulting in an accident Turn the power switch off and check that the parking brake indicator is off Failure to do so may cause the system to operate and turn the inserted parking brake release tool res...

Page 559: ...thin 5 seconds unlocks the other doors Opens the windows and moon roof turn and hold This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter rupted P 130 or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted the smart access system with push button start and wireless remote control cannot be used In such cases the doors a...

Page 560: ...o the power switch The power switch will turn to ON mode When the smart access system with push button start is deactivated in customization setting the power switch will turn to ACCESSORY mode Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi information display Press the power switch In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be started contact your Lexus dealer Starting ...

Page 561: ...ch time the switch is pressed P 194 When the electronic key doesnotworkproperly Make sure that the smart access system with push button start has not been deac tivated in the customization setting If it is off turn the function on Customizable features P 599 Check if battery saving mode is set If it is set cancel the function P 129 CAUTION When using the mechanical key and operating the power wind...

Page 562: ... In the event that the trunk opener can not be used use the mechanical key to open the trunk P 559 Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure Positive battery terminal on your vehicle Positive battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative battery terminal on your vehicle The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid s...

Page 563: ...nce the hybrid system starts have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible Startingthe hybrid systemwhen the12 voltbatteryisdischarged The hybrid system cannot be started by push starting Toprevent12 volt batterydischarge Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a ...

Page 564: ...l return to the mode it was in before the 12 volt battery was discharged Before disconnecting the 12 volt battery turn the power switch off If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12 volt battery dis charged be especially careful when reconnecting the 12 volt battery CAUTION Avoiding12 voltbattery firesorexplosions Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally ig...

Page 565: ...olt battery In the event that 12 volt battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received Always wash your hands after handling the 12 volt battery support terminals and other battery related parts Do not allow children near the 12 v...

Page 566: ...ift the hood After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently inspect the hoses and cooling system for leaks Radiator Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks immediately contact your Lexus dealer Thefollowingmayindicatethatyourvehicleisoverheating The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge P 91 enters the red zone or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced For example the ...

Page 567: ...e radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a cold start Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow If it is difficult to check these turn the air conditioning sys tem on and off repeatedly The fans may not operate in freezing tempera tures ...

Page 568: ...he hybrid system has cooled down inspect the hoses and radi ator core radiator for any leaks Radiator Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks immediately contact your Lexus dealer The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW lines on the reservoir Reservoir FULL LOW Add coolant if necessary Water can be used in an emer gency if power control unit coolant is unavailab...

Page 569: ...contact your Lexus dealer If the message is not displayed Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer Whenaddingcoolant Add coolant in accordance with the following procedure Remove caps A and B Add coolant through the inlet of cap A up to the B line and then install cap A Add coolant through the inlet of cap B until it is full and then install cap B Cap A Cap B B line Target fill line ...

Page 570: ...operate even if the gasoline engine stops Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan which may lead to fin gers or clothing especially a tie a scarf or a muffler getting caught resulting in serious injury NOTICE Whenaddingengine powercontrol unitcoolant Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can ca...

Page 571: ...d the rear wheels Place wood stones or some other material under the rear wheels to help provide traction Restart the hybrid system Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake Then while exercising caution depress the accelerator pedal When it isdifficulttofreethe vehicle Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomesstuckinmud dirtorsnow Press to tur...

Page 572: ...ecomes free Use extreme cau tion Whenshiftingtheshiftlever Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury NOTICE Toavoiddamaging thetransmission andothercomponents Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than ne...

Page 573: ...E26U_ U 8 Vehicle specifications 8 1 Specifications Maintenance data fuel oil level etc 574 Fuel information 584 Tire information 587 8 2 Customization Customizable features 599 8 3 Initialization Items to initialize 609 ...

Page 574: ... 2 Vehicles with 265 35R19 tires Dimensionsandweight Overall length 190 7 in 4845 mm Overall width 72 4 in 1840 mm Overall height 1 57 3 in 1455 mm Wheelbase 112 2 in 2850 mm Tread 1 Front 62 0 in 1575 mm Rear 62 6 in 1590 mm 61 4 in 1560 mm 2 Vehicle capacity weight Occupants luggage 825 lb 370 kg ...

Page 575: ...or your vehicle This is the primary identification number for your Lexus It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel and in the engine compartment This number is also on the Certifi cation Label Enginenumber The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown Vehicleidentification ...

Page 576: ...lt tension Fuel Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only Octane Rating 91 Research Octane Number 96 or higher Fuel tank capacity Reference 17 5 gal 66 3 L 14 6 Imp gal Electricmotor tractionmotor Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor Maximum output 147 kW Maximum torque 202 8 ft lbf 275 N m 28 0 kgf m Hybrid battery traction battery Type Nickel Metal hydride battery Voltage 7 2 V module Capacity 6 5 Ah ...

Page 577: ... more than 5 minutes and check the oil level on the dipstick Engineoilselection Toyota Genuine Motor Oil is used in your Lexus vehicle Use Lexus approved Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent to satisfy the fol lowing grade and viscosity Oil grade ILSAC GF 5 multigrade engine oil Lubricationsystem Oil capacity Drain and refill reference With filter Without filter 6 6 qt 6 2 L 5 5 Imp qt 6 2 qt 5 ...

Page 578: ...l which allows cold startability Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather The 20 in 0W 20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature An oil with a higher viscosity one with a higher value may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds or under extreme load conditions How to read oil conta...

Page 579: ...ther of the following Toyota Super Long Life Coolant Similar high quality ethylene glycol based non silicate non amine non nitrite and non borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid tech nology Do not use plain water alone Ignition system Spark plug Make Gap DENSO FK20HBR8 0 031 in 0 8 mm NOTICE Iridium tippedsparkplugs Use only iridium tipped spark plugs Do not adjust the spark plug gap ...

Page 580: ...V or lower Discharged Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid system and all lights are turned off Charging rates 4 5 A Hybridtransmission Fluid capacity 6 01 qt 5 69 L 5 01 Imp qt Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS NOTICE Hybridtransmission fluidtype Using transmission fluid other than Toyota Genuine ATF WS may cause deterio ration in shift quality locking up of your transmission accompanied...

Page 581: ...id system is operating When performing the brake pedal inspection also be sure to check that the brake system warning light is not illuminated when the hybrid system is operating If the brake system warning light is illuminated refer to P 503 Differential Oil capacity 1 43 qt 1 35 L 1 19 Imp qt Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W 85 GL 5 or equivalent Brakes Pedal cl...

Page 582: ... 45R18 94Y P235 45R18 94V Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Front tire 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar Rear tire 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf cm2 or bar Wheel size 18 8J Wheel nut torque 76 ft lbf 103 N m 10 5 kgf m Tire size 235 40R19 96Y XL 235 40R19 96V XL 265 35R19 94Y Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Front tire 35 psi 240 kPa 2 4 kgf ...

Page 583: ...0D17 18 4T T145 70D18 Wheel nut torque 76 ft lbf 103 N m 10 5 kgf m Light bulbs Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Exterior Discharge headlights 35 A Fog lights 19 B Front turn signal lights 7444NA 28 8 C Rear turn signal lights W21W 21 D Back up lights W16W 16 D Outer foot lights W5W 5 D Interior Door courtesy lights 5 D Vanity lights 8 D Trunk light 3 8 D A D4S discharge bulbs B H16 halogen bulbs C Wedg...

Page 584: ...ide The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission levels In the U S category 4 has been adopted The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets and improves customer satisfaction through better performance Youmustonlyuseunleadedgasolineinyourvehicle Select premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 ResearchOctaneNumber96 orhigherrequiredf...

Page 585: ...reformulated gasoline These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor mance reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality Non recommendationoftheuseofblended gasoline If you use gasohol in your vehicle be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 87 Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol Non recommendationoftheuseofgasoline containing MMT Some gasoline c...

Page 586: ...rt ers causing the emission control system to malfunction Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking At worst this will lead to engine damage Fuel relatedpoordriveability If poor ...

Page 587: ...587 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 8 1 Specifications 8 Vehicle specifications Tire information Full size tire Compact spare tire Typicaltiresymbols ...

Page 588: ...is directly put into the tire A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure P 594 Maximum cold tire inflation pressure P 594 This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated Uniform tire quality grading For details see Uniform Tire Quality Grading that follows Summer tires or all season tires P 448 An a...

Page 589: ...IN Tire manufacturer s identification mark Tire size code Manufacturer s optional tire type code 3 or 4 letters Manufacturing week Manufacturing year The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number TIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 590: ...use P Passenger car T Temporary use Section width millimeters Aspect ratio tire height to section width Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal Wheel diameter inches Load index 2 digits or 3 digits Speed symbol alphabet with one letter Tiredimensions Section width Tire height Wheel diameter Tire size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 ...

Page 591: ..._OM_OM30E26U_ U 591 8 1 Specifications 8 Vehicle specifications Bead Sidewall Shoulder Tread Belt Inner liner Reinforcing rubber Carcass Rim lines Bead wires Chafer Tire section names 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

Page 592: ...ative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified govern ment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use Performance may differ significantly from the norm due to variations ...

Page 593: ...o degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grades of a tire assume tha...

Page 594: ...not Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip ment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and additional weight optional engine Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of a Curb weight b Accessory weight c Vehicle capacity weight d Production options weight Normal occupant weight 150 lb 68 kg times the number of occupants speci ...

Page 595: ...rb weight accessory weight and normal occupant weight dis tributed in accordance with Table 1 below and dividing by two Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim Bead separation A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead Bias ply tir...

Page 596: ... bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other side wall of the tire or b The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Light truck LT tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur pose...

Page 597: ... tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of the side walls of an inflated tire excluding elevations due to labeling decoration or pro...

Page 598: ...ead from the tire carcass Treadwear indicators TWI The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing Tire related term Meaning Designated seating capacity Number of occupants Vehicle normal load Number of occupants Occupantdistributi...

Page 599: ...and select Vehicle Various setting can be changed Refer to the list of settings that can be changed for details Changing by usingthe DISP button P 100 Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per sonalized to your preferences These preferences can be changed by using the DISP button by using the Remote Touch or at your Lexus dealer Customizing vehicle features 1 2 ...

Page 600: ... O Available Not available Customizable features 1 2 3 Item Function Default setting Customized setting Hybrid system P 72 Vehicle proximity noti fication system sound volume Level 0 Level 1 O Level 2 Multi infor mation display P 96 Language 1 English French O Spanish Units 1 miles MPG km km L O km L 100km ECO lamp ON Self light ing Off O On Always Drive monitor Outside Fuel consumption O Cruising...

Page 601: ...e in the driver s door On Driver s door unlockedin onestep all doors unlockedin two steps Off All doors unlocked in one step O O Automatic door lock Shiftingthe shift lever to position other than P Off O O Vehicle speed is approxi mately 12 mph 20 km h or higher Automatic door unlock Shiftingthe shift lever to P Off O O Driver sdooris opened Locking unlocking of the trunk when all doors are locked...

Page 602: ... function is activated if a door is not opened after being unlocked 60 seconds Off O O 30 seconds 120 seconds Open door reminder buzzer When locking the vehicle On Off O Smart access system with push button start P 123 Smart access system with push button start On Off O O Select doors to unlock Driver s door All the doors O O Number of consecu tive door lock opera tions 2 times As many as desired ...

Page 603: ... O Push twice Press and hold long Off Alarm panic mode On Off O Front seats P 150 Driver s seat move ment when exiting the vehicle Standard Off O O Partial Selecting the door link ing driving position memory with door unlock operation Driver s door All doors O Power windows P 167 and moon roof P 171 Mechanical key linked operation Off On O Wireless remote con trol linked operation Off On Open only...

Page 604: ...e selected to be flashing or off 3 5 O 7 Off the turn signal lights keep flashing if the turn signal lever is moved to the first posi tion in direc tion of flashing light Off the turn signal lightswillbeoff if the turn sig nal lever is moved to the first position in direction of flashing light Automatic light control system P 217 Light sensor sensitivity Standard 2 to 2 O O Time elapsed before the...

Page 605: ...or information Standard 3 to 3 O O Front seat heaters and ventilators rear seat heaters 3 P 382 Adjustment of the front seat heater tempera ture or the ventilator fan speed during auto matic operation indi vidual seat adjustment available Level 3 standard Level 1 low to level 5 high O O Adjustment of the rear seat heater tempera ture during automatic operation individual seat adjustment avail able...

Page 606: ...ds Operation after the power switch is turned off On Off O Operation when the doors are unlocked On Off O Operation when you approach the vehicle with the electronic key on your person On Off O Footwell lighting On Off O Outer foot lights On Off O Time elapsed before the outer foot lights turn off 15 seconds Off O O 7 5 seconds 30 seconds Item Function Default setting Customized setting 1 2 3 ...

Page 607: ...n you approach the vehicle with the electronic key on your person On Off O Enable disable opera tion of the outer foot lights when the doors are unlocked with the power door lock switch On Off O Rear sunshade P 387 Reverse operation On Off O Time elapsed before the reverse operation feature activates 0 7 seconds 0 second O 0 9 seconds 1 2 seconds Seat belt reminder buzzer P 506 Speed linked seat b...

Page 608: ... automatic door lock function is activated if a door is not opened after being unlocked activates the signals will be generated in accordance with the operation signal buzzers and the operation signal emer gency flashers settings When customizingusingtheRemoteTouch Stop the vehicle in a safe place apply the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P Also to prevent 12 volt battery discharge leav...

Page 609: ... such cases as the 12 volt battery being reconnected or mainte nancebeingperformedonthevehicle Item When to initialize Reference Message indicating mainte nance is required After the maintenance is per formed P 416 Tire pressure warning system When rotating the tires When changing the tire infla tion pressure by changing trav eling speed or load weight etc P 446 ...

Page 610: ...610 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U 8 3 Initialization ...

Page 611: ...For owners Reporting safety defects for U S owners 612 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners in French 613 SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners in French 615 Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners in French 624 ...

Page 612: ...imilar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales U S A Inc To contactNHTSA youmay call theVehicleSafetyHotlinetoll freeat 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http ww...

Page 613: ... fond du siège le dos droit Ne vrillez pas la ceinture de sécurité Pour les enfants ou les personnes de taille inférieure à la moyenne faites glisser le guide de la ceinture de sécurité vers l avant de sorte que la ceinture épaulière ne repose pas près du cou de cette personne ThefollowingisaFrenchexplanationofseatbeltinstructionsextracted from the seat belt section in this manual See the seat bel...

Page 614: ...d effilochage ou de cou pures Entretienetsoin ATTENTION Dommagesetusuredelaceinturedesécurité Vérifiez périodiquement le système de ceintures de sécurité Assurez vous qu il n y a pas de coupures d effilochures ni de pièces desserrées N utilisez pas une ceinture de sécurité endommagée avant qu elle ne soit remplacée Les ceintures de sécurité endommagées ne peuvent pas protéger les occupants contre ...

Page 615: ...RS airbag instructions for Canadian owners in French The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extractedfromtheSRSairbagsectioninthismanual See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English ...

Page 616: ...cteur et le passager avant Un coussin gonflable SRS de protection des genoux pour le siège du passager avant est intégré dans la porte de la boîte à gants CoussinsgonflablesSRSlatérauxetenrideau Coussins gonflables SRS latéraux avant Peuvent aider à protéger le torse des occupants des sièges avant Coussins gonflables SRS latéraux arrière Peuvent aider à protéger le torse des occupants des sièges l...

Page 617: ...IR BAG OFF Dispositifs de tension et limit eurs de force des ceintures de sécurité Capteurs de choc latéral avant Coussins gonflables latéraux avant Lampe témoin SRS Coussin gonflable du conduc teur Coussins gonflables latéraux arrière Capteurs de choc latéral arrière Capteur de position de siège du conducteur Contacteur de boucle de cein ture de sécurité du conducteur Module de capteur de coussin...

Page 618: ...ins gonflables en fonction des informations obtenues des capteurs et d autres éléments affichés dans le diagramme des composants du système ci dessus Ces informations comprennent des données relatives à la gravité de l impact et aux passag ers Au moment du déploiement des coussins gonflables une réaction chimique se produit dans les gonfleurs et les coussins gonflables se remp lissent rapidement d...

Page 619: ...suffisante restez à 10 in 250 mm du coussin gonflable Cette distance est mesurée depuis le centre du volant jusqu à votre sternum Si vous vous tenez à moins de 10 in 250 mm vous pouvez changer votre posi tion de conduite de plusieurs manières Reculez votre siège à la position maximale vous permettant d atteindre encore aisément les pédales Inclinez légèrement le dossier du siège Même si les véhicu...

Page 620: ...nue pour enfants Lexus recommande vivement de placer et d attacher correctement tous les bébés et tous les enfants sur les sièges arrière du véhicule à l aide de dispositifs de retenue adaptés Les sièges arrière sont plus sécuritaires pour les bébés et les enfants que le siège du passager avant Si la rallonge de ceinture de sécurité a été reliée à la boucle des ceintures de sécurité des sièges ava...

Page 621: ...rrière Ne laissez personne s agenouiller face à la portière sur le siège du passager ni sortir la tête ou les mains à l extérieur du véhicule Ne fixez et n appuyez rien sur des zones telles que la planche de bord le tampon de volant la partie inférieure du tableau de bord et la porte de la boîte à gants Ces objets peuvent se transformer en pro jectiles lorsque les coussins gonflables SRS du conduc...

Page 622: ...entellement le déploiement des coussins gonflables latéraux occasionnant des blessures graves voire mortelles Ne frappez pas et n appliquez pas une pression importante à l emplacement des composants de coussins gonflables SRS Vous risquez de provoquer un mauvais fonctionnement des coussins gonflables SRS Ne touchez à aucun composant des coussins gonflables SRS immédiatement après leur déploiement ...

Page 623: ...aration des coussins gonflables SRS Réparations modifications retrait ou remplacement du volant du tableau de bord de la planche de bord de la boîte à gants des sièges ou du capitonnage des sièges des montants avant latéraux et arrière ou des brancards de pavillon Réparations ou modifications de l aile ou du pare chocs avant ou du côté de l habitacle Installation de lames de déneigement de treuils...

Page 624: ...s n est pas déformée Garez le véhicule sur un sol parfaitement horizontal Asseyez vous sur le siège du conducteur Faites rebondir le véhicule à plusieurs reprises ThefollowingisaFrenchexplanation of headlight aim instructions from theheadlightaimsectioninthismanual Boulonsderéglagevertical Phares à décharge Phares à DEL Boulon de réglage A Boulon de réglage B Avantderéglerlaportéedesphares 1 2 1 2...

Page 625: ...t le nombre de tours Vissez le boulon B du même nombre de tours et dans le même sens qu à l étape Si vous n arrivez pas à régler vos phares en suivant cette procédure apportez le véhicule chez votre concessionnaire Lexus afin qu il règle la portée des phares Réglage de la portée des phares 1 Phares à décharge Phares à DEL 2 1 Phares à décharge Phares à DEL ...

Page 626: ...626 GS450h_OM_OM30E26U_ U ...

Page 627: ...if Troubleshooting 628 Alphabetical index 634 For information regarding the equipment listed below refer to the NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Audio system Navigation system Intuitive parking assist Lexus parking assist monitor ...

Page 628: ...electronic key battery weak or depleted P 460 Is the power switch in ON mode When locking the doors turn the power switch off P 194 Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle When locking the doors make sure that you have the elec tronic key on your person The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio wave P 130 If you have a problem check the following before contacti...

Page 629: ...e when the lock is set Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child protector lock P 140 The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk will operate and you can open the trunk as usual Take the key out from the trunk P 124 Therear doorcannot beopened Thetrunklidisclosedwiththeelectronickeyleftinside ...

Page 630: ...this case the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way P 560 Is the 12 volt battery discharged P 562 Is the power switch in ON mode If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the power switch in ON mode P 556 It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle P 196 If you think something is wrong Thehybridsystemdoesnot start The shift lever cannot be sh...

Page 631: ...SSORY or ON mode the hybrid system is not oper ating for a period of time P 196 The seat belt reminder light is flashing Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts P 506 The parking brake indicator is on Is the parking brake released P 211 Depending on the situation other types of warning buzzer may also sound P 503 513 The windows do not open or close by operating the power win...

Page 632: ...rm turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid system Is the message displayed on the multi information display Check the message on the multi information display P 513 When a warning light turns on or a warning message is dis played refer to P 503 513 Analarmisactivatedandthehornsounds Awarningbuzzersoundswhenleavingthevehicle Awarninglightturnsonorawarningmessageisdisplayed ...

Page 633: ...OM30E26U_ U Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire P 541 Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud dirt or snow P 571 When a problem has occurred Ifyouhaveaflattire Thevehiclebecomesstuck ...

Page 634: ...m 335 Humidity sensor 351 Micro dust and pollen filter 349 Rear air conditioning system 355 S FLOW mode 349 Airbags 38 Airbag operating conditions 46 Airbag precautions for your child 41 Airbag warning light 504 Correct driving posture 30 Curtain shield airbag operating conditions 46 Curtain shield airbag precautions 44 Front passenger occupant classification system 49 General airbag precautions 4...

Page 635: ... is discharged 562 Preparing and checking before winter 319 Warning light 504 Battery traction battery 76 Blind Spot Monitor BSM 301 Bluetooth Brake Brake Hold 214 Fluid 437 Parking brake 211 Regenerative braking 74 Warning light 503 506 Warning message 513 Brake assist 284 Brake Hold 214 Break in tips 177 Brightness control Instrument panel light control 93 BSM Blind Spot Monitor 301 Blind Spot M...

Page 636: ...74 Power window lock switch 167 Power window precautions 170 Rear door child protectors 140 Removed electronic key battery precautions 461 Seat belt comfort guide 33 Seat belt extender precautions 37 Seat belt precautions 60 Seat heater precautions 384 Trunk precautions 146 Child protectors 140 Cleaning 408 412 Aluminum wheels 409 Exterior 408 Interior 412 Seat belts 413 Clock 376 Coat hooks 390 C...

Page 637: ... door warning light 506 Outside rear view mirrors 164 Rear door child protector 140 Driver s seat position memory 152 Driving position memory 153 Memory recall function 155 Power easy access system 152 Driving 176 Break in tips 177 Correct driving posture 30 Driving mode select switch 281 Hybrid vehicle driving tips 317 Procedures 176 Winter drive tips 319 DRS Dynamic Rear Steering 285 Function 28...

Page 638: ...vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency 495 If your vehicle needs to be towed 496 If your vehicle overheats 566 Emergency flashers 494 Energy monitor 112 Engine Accessory mode 194 Compartment 429 Engine switch 193 Hood 426 How to start the hybrid system 193 Identification number 575 Ignition switch power switch 193 Overheating 566 Power switch 193 Engine compartment cover 430 Engine coolant 434 ...

Page 639: ...52 Seat heaters 382 Seat position memory 152 Seat ventilators 382 Front side marker lights 217 Light switch 217 Replacing light bulbs 489 Welcome light illumination control 123 Front turn signal lights 209 Replacing light bulbs 483 Turn signal lever 209 Wattage 583 Fuel 231 Capacity 576 Fuel gauge 91 Information 584 Refueling 231 Type 231 576 Warning light 506 Warning messages 528 Fuel consumption...

Page 640: ...26 Warning message 520 Hooks Cargo hooks 373 Coat hooks 390 Luggage hook 373 Retaining hooks floor mat 28 Utility hook 392 Horn 216 Hybrid battery traction battery 76 Hybrid battery traction battery air vents 77 Hybrid system 72 Emergency shut off system 77 Energy monitor consumption screen 111 EV drive mode 200 High voltage components 76 Hybrid System Indicator 94 Hybrid system precautions 76 Hyb...

Page 641: ...ng assist Function Warning message 515 525 Jack Positioning a floor jack 427 Vehicle equipped jack 542 Jack handle 542 Jam protection function Moon roof 172 Power trunk opener and closer 145 Power windows 168 Keyless entry 123 Smart access system with push button start 123 Wireless remote control 136 Keys 120 Battery Saving Function 129 Electronic key 120 Engine switch 193 If the electronic key do...

Page 642: ...monitor License plate lights 217 Light switch 217 Replacing light bulbs 489 Welcome light illumination control 123 Light bulbs Replacing 481 Wattage 583 Lights Fog light switch 222 Headlight switch 217 Illuminated entry system 365 Interior light 364 Interior lights list 363 Personal lights 364 Replacing light bulbs 481 Trunk light 145 Turn signal lever 209 Vanity lights 375 Wattage 583 Welcome lig...

Page 643: ...utside rear view mirrors 164 Vanity mirrors 375 Moon roof 171 Door lock linked moon roof operation 172 Jam protection function 172 Operation 171 Warning message 521 MP3 disc Multi information display 96 Dynamic radar cruise control 240 Dynamic radar cruise control with full speed range 255 Energy monitor 112 Lane Keeping Assist 275 Language 100 Switching the display 97 Trip information 97 Warning ...

Page 644: ... engaged warning message 522 Parking lights 217 Light switch 217 Replacing light bulbs 489 Welcome light illumination control 123 PCS Pre Collision System 291 Function 291 PCS OFF switch 293 Warning light 505 Warning message 515 526 532 Personal lights 364 Power control unit 76 Power control unit coolant 434 Capacity 579 Checking 434 Preparing and checking before winter 319 Power easy access syste...

Page 645: ...387 Operation 387 Reverse operation feature 388 Rear turn signal lights 209 Replacing light bulbs 487 Turn signal lever 209 Wattage 583 Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror 162 Outside rear view mirrors 164 Rear view monitor system Rear window defoggers 360 Refueling 231 Capacity 576 Fuel types 576 Opening the fuel tank cap 233 When the fuel filler door cannot be opened 234 Regenerative brakin...

Page 646: ...t 504 Seat heaters 382 Seat position memory 152 Seat ventilators 382 Seating capacity 190 Seats 150 Adjustment 150 Adjustment precautions 151 Child seats child restraint system installation 61 Cleaning 412 Driving position memory 152 Head restraints 158 Power easy access system 152 Properly sitting in the seat 30 Seat heaters 382 Seat position memory 152 Seat ventilators 382 Sensor Automatic headl...

Page 647: ...lever 209 Smart access system with push button start 123 Antenna location 125 Entry functions 123 Starting the hybrid system 193 Warning message 519 Snow mode 204 Snow tires 323 Spare tire 541 Inflation pressure 583 Storage location 542 Spark plug 579 Specifications 574 Speedometer 91 Sport mode 281 Steering lock 196 Column lock release 197 Steering lock system warning message 539 Steering wheel 1...

Page 648: ...273 Moon roof switches 171 Outside rear view mirror switches 164 Paddle shift switches 205 Parking brake switches 211 PCS OFF switch 293 Power door lock switch 139 Power switch 193 Power window switches 167 Rear sunshade switch 387 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch 360 Seat heater switches 382 Seat ventilator switches 382 Snow mode switch 204 SOS button 400 Talk switch Tele...

Page 649: ...ssage 531 532 Tires 443 Chains 321 Checking 443 If you have a flat tire 541 Inflation pressure 582 Information 587 Replacing 541 Rotating tires 444 Size 582 Snow tires 323 Spare tire 541 Tire inflation pressure display function 99 Tire pressure warning system 445 Warning light 507 Warning message 531 Tools 542 Top tether strap 68 Total load capacity 190 Towing Dinghy towing 192 Emergency towing 49...

Page 650: ...s 483 487 Turn signal lever 209 Wattage 583 USB port Utility hook 392 Vanity lights 375 Vanity lights 375 Wattage 583 Vanity mirrors 375 Variable Gear Ratio Steering VGRS 284 Function 284 Warning message 519 VDIM Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management 285 Vehicle data recordings 10 Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management VDIM 285 Vehicle identification number 575 Vehicle proximity notification syst...

Page 651: ...e pressure 507 Warning messages 513 Warning reflector storage belt 374 Washer 223 Checking 438 Low washer fluid warning message 530 Preparing and checking before winter 319 Switch 223 Washing and waxing 408 Weight Cargo capacity 190 Load limits 190 Weight 574 Welcome light illumination control 123 Wheels Replacing wheels 456 Size 582 Window glasses 167 Window lock switch 167 Windows 167 Power wind...

Page 652: ...Fuel tank capacity Reference 17 5 gal 66 3 L 14 6 Imp gal Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P 231 576 Cold tire inflation pressure P 582 Engine oil capacity Drain and refill reference qt L Imp qt With filter 6 6 6 2 5 5 Without filter 6 2 5 9 5 2 Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent Oil grade ILSAC GF 5 multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity SAE 0W 20 P 577 ...

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