Lexus GS300h 2015 Owner's Manual

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of warning
lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows, adjustment
before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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For your information ...................................8
Reading this manual .................................. 12
How to search.............................................. 13
Pictorial index .............................................. 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving .................................34
For safety drive ............................... 36
Seat belts ..........................................38
SRS airbags ..................................... 43
Airbag manual on-off system .............................................53
Safety information for children....................................55
Child restraint systems................56
Installing child restraints .............65
Exhaust gas precautions .............74
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features ............... 75
Hybrid system precautions ....... 79
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system.......................84
Double locking system................89
Alarm .................................................90 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ..............................98
Gauges and meters ................... 104
Multi-information display............ 111
Head-up display ............................119
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ............... 126
3-1. Key information Keys................................................... 134
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ............................................... 139
Trunk ................................................. 146
Smart entry & start system ...... 153
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats .......................................175
Driving position memory ......... 178
Head restraints............................. 183
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................. 186
Inside rear view mirror ..............188
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 190
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................ 193
Moon roof ...................................... 196
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle .................... 200
Cargo and luggage .................. 208
Trailer towing (vehicles without towing package) .....209
Trailer towing (vehicles with towing package) ....................... 210
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch...............217
EV drive mode ............................ 222
Hybrid transmission .................. 224
Turn signal lever ..........................230
Parking brake ................................ 231
Brake Hold....................................234
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .........................236
AHS (Adaptive High-beam System) ........................................240
Automatic High Beam ............. 245
Fog light switch............................ 249
Windsh ield wipers and washer................................ 250 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap...... 256
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+...............260
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)......................................... 269
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)............................................ 281
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ............290
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ...........298
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .............303
Dynamic radar cruise control........................................... 315
Cruise control ............................. 327
Driving mode select switch....330
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 333 •The Blind Spot Monitor
function.....................................339
• The Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function .......................... 341
Driving assist systems ...............344
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips....... 351
Winter driving tips .....................354
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5-1. Remote Touch screenRemote Touch/12.3-inch display ......................................... 360
5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system .........366
Rear air conditioning system .......................................... 378
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators .......................... 381
5-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list......................... 386• Interior lights ..........................387
• Personal lights........................387
5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features............ 389• Glove box............................... 390
• Console box .......................... 390
• Cup holders............................. 391
• Auxiliary boxes......................393
Trunk features ..............................394 5-5. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ............ 397• Sun visors ................................ 397
• Vanity mirrors ........................ 397
• Clock........................................ 398
• Ashtrays .................................. 398
• Power outlets .........................399
• Armrest ................................... 400
•Rear sunshade/rear door sunshades .......... 400
• Coat hooks .............................402
• Assist grips..............................403
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................406
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ................... 410
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.............................. 413
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenanceDo-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 415
Hood .................................................417
Positioning a floor jack .............. 418
Engine compartment................. 419
12-volt battery..............................428
Tires ..................................................432
Tire inflation pressure................ 445
Wheels............................................ 447
Air conditioning filter................ 449
Electronic key battery ............... 451
Checking and replacing fuses ..............................................453
Light bulbs .....................................458
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers...................468
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................. 469 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 470
If you think something is wrong ....................................... 475
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds...........................................476
If a warning message is displayed.................................482
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare tire)........................... 517
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without spare tire) ...................528
If the hybrid system will not start................................543
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............................545
If the parking brake cannot be released .................546
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................... 548
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .................................. 551
If your vehicle overheats .........556
If the vehicle becomes stuck..............................................563
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8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...................566
Fuel information .......................... 579
8-2. Customization Customizable features.............. 581
8-3. Initialization Item to initialize ...........................596
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............................... 598
Alphabetical index .................................602
8Vehicle specifications
Index
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
• Audio system
• Lexus parking assist-sensor• Navigation system
• Lexus parking assist monitor

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For your information
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some expl anations for equipment not installed on your
vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However,
because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle show n in the illustrations may differ from your
vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Both genuine Lexus and a wide variety of other spare parts and accessories for Lexus
vehicles are currently available on the market. Should it be determined that any of the
genuine Lexus parts or accessories supplied with the vehicle need to be replaced, Lexus
recommends that genuine Lexus parts or accessories, be used to replace them. Other
parts or accessories of matching quality can also be used. Lexus cannot accept any liabil-
ity or guarantee spare parts and accessories which are not genuine Lexus products, nor
for replacement or installation involving such parts. In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from the use of non-genuine Lexus spare parts or accessories may
not be covered under warranty.
Main Owner’s Manual
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

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GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F00E_(EE)The installation of an
RF-transmitter system in your vehicle could affect electronic sys-
tems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system
●Dynamic radar cruise control system
●Cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●Vehicle dynamics integrated management
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding
installation of an RF-transmitter system.
Further information regarding frequency bands, power levels, antenna positions and
installation provisions for the in stallation of RF-transmitters, is available on request at any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybr id vehicles emit approximately the same
amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or
home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the radio frequency transmitter (RF-trans-
mitter).
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as
they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS
airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or
by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional before you scrap your vehicle.
Installation of an RF-transmitter system
Scrapping of your Lexus

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WA R N I N G
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and
certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which
could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or
pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the
driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a
collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.
■General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use
the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or sh ift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a
danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows, the moon
roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold tem-
peratures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
Your vehicle contains batteries and/or accumulators. Do not discard them into the
environment but cooperate with separate collection
(Directive 2006 /66/EC).