transmission Lexus GS300h 2013 User Guide

8287-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing using a
wheel-lift type truck
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the power switch off. The steer-
ing lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
When raising the vehicle from the rear, ensure adequate ground clearance
for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate
clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed from the rear.
To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

8317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead
to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional imme-
diately.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Wa r n i n g
lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Wa r n i n g
lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The emission control system (if equipped);
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic hybrid transmission control system (if
equipped)
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system

9277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30D53E_(EE)
CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
When shifting the shift lever
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
To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.

9348-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 20C (68F):12.5 V or higher: Fully charged
11.0 — 12.4 V: Half charged
10.9 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the hybrid system and all lights are
turned off.)
Charging rates4 — 5 A
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*GS300h3.80 L (4.02 qt., 3.34 Imp.qt.)
GS450h5.69 L (6.01 qt., 5.01 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

968Alphabetical index
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Emergency brake signal ............399
Emergency flashers ...................820
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ..................................885
Energy monitor..........................131
Engine .......................................928
Accessory mode....................247
Compartment ........................738
Engine switch .......................246
Hood .....................................734
How to start the hybrid
system.................................246
Identification number ...........928
Ignition switch
(power switch)....................246
Overheating ..........................917
Power switch ........................246
Engine compartment cover........740
Engine coolant ...........................744
Capacity ................................933
Checking ...............................744
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................434
Engine coolant temperature
gauge .......................................109
Engine oil ..................................741
Capacity ................................930
Checking ...............................741
Oil level warning message....853
Oil pressure warning
message ..............................841
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................434Engine switch ........................... 246
EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 398
Function ............................... 398
Warning light ....................... 833
Warning message................. 845
EV drive mode.......................... 254
First-aid kit storage net ............. 694
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire..... 871
Vehicles without a spare tire 885
Floor mats ................................... 34
Fluid
Brake.................................... 935
Hybrid transmission............. 934
Washer ................................. 748
Fog lights .................................. 283
Replacing light bulbs ... 805, 818
Switch .................................. 283
Wattage ................................ 940
Follow me home system ........... 273
Footwell light ........................... 684
Front air conditioning system ... 478
Front fog lights ......................... 283
Replacing light bulbs ... 805, 818
Switch .................................. 283
Wattage ................................ 940
Front personal lights ................. 685
Front position lights.................. 272
Light switch ......................... 272
Replacing light bulbs ........... 818
Welcome light illumination
control ............................... 143
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Hood ..........................................734
Open .....................................734
Warning message..................848
Hooks
Cargo hooks ..........................694
Coat hooks ............................715
Luggage hook .......................694
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ...34
Utility hook...........................717
Horn...........................................275
Hybrid battery (traction battery) .84
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air vents .....................................85
Hybrid system .............................80
Emergency shut off system ....85
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ............130
EV drive mode......................254
High voltage components .......84
Hybrid System Indicator ......112
Hybrid system precautions .....84
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...432
If the hybrid system
will not start .......................904
Overheating ..........................917
Power (ignition) switch ........246
Starting the hybrid system ....246
Hybrid System Indicator ...........112
Hybrid transmission ..................258
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................906
Paddle shift switches ............261
S mode ..................................263Identification ............................ 927
Engine .................................. 928
Vehicle ................................. 927
Ignition switch (power switch) . 246
Illuminated entry system .......... 686
Immobilizer system .................... 91
Indicators .................................. 106
Initialization
Moon roof ............................ 220
Power windows.................... 216
Tire pressure warning
system................................ 757
Initiators (tire pressure warning
system) ................................... 769
Inside door handle lights .......... 684
Inside rear view mirror ............. 208
Instrument panel light control .. 111
Interior lights ............................ 684
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor . 100
ISOFIX rigid anchors ................. 71I

975Alphabetical index
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Seat belt reminder light .............834
Seat belts .....................................38
Adjusting the seat belt ............39
Child restraint system
installation ............................72
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt.........................725
Emergency Locking
Retractor (ELR)....................41
How to wear your seat belt .....38
How your child should wear
the seat belt...........................41
Pre-crash seat belts .................40
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ..........................42
Reminder light and buzzer....834
Seat belt pretensioners ............40
SRS warning light ................831
Seat heaters................................704
Seat position memory ................199
Seat ventilators ..........................704
Seats ..........................................194
Adjustment ...........................194
Adjustment precautions ........196
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ................71
Cleaning................................724
Driving position memory .....199
Head restraints ......................206
Power easy access system ....199
Properly sitting in the seat ......36
Seat heaters ...........................704
Seat position memory ...........199
Seat ventilators .....................704Sensor
Automatic headlight system 275
Automatic High Beam system ...
282
Driver monitor sensor .......... 409
Humidity sensor................... 491
Inside rear view mirror ........ 209
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ..
100
Lexus parking assist-sensor . 348
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) 338
Radar sensor ........ 312, 409, 423
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................ 291
Service plug ................................ 84
S-FLOW mode ......................... 488
Shift lever ................................. 258
Hybrid transmission............. 258
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .................... 906
Shift lever light ......................... 684
Shift lock system ...................... 906
Side airbags ................................ 45
Side mirrors .............................. 211
Adjusting and folding .......... 211
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ... 418
Linked mirror function when
reversing ............................ 213
Mirror position memory ...... 199
Side turn signal lights ............... 267
Replacing light bulbs ........... 818
Turn signal lever .................. 267
Smart entry & start system ....... 143
Antenna location .................. 145
Entry functions .................... 143
Starting the hybrid system ... 246
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979Alphabetical index
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Transmission .............................258
Driving mode select switch ..392
Hybrid transmission .............258
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................906
S mode ..................................263
Paddle shift switches ............261
TRC (Traction Control).............397
Trip information ........................115
Trip meters ................................109
Trunk .........................................187
Jam protection function ........193
Luggage security system ......188
Open trunk warning
message ..............................849
Power trunk lid .....................187
Smart entry & start system ...144
Trunk closer switch..............188
Trunk easy closer..................189
Trunk features.......................694
Trunk grip .............................188
Trunk light ............................189
Trunk opener main switch ....188
Trunk opener switch .............187
Wireless remote control........168
Trunk light .................................189
Trunk light ............................189
Wattage .................................940
Turn signal lights.......................267
Replacing light bulbs ....807, 811
Turn signal lever ...................267
Wattage .................................940USB port ........................... 581, 593
Utility hook............................... 717
Vanity lights ............................. 697
Vanity lights ........................ 697
Wattage ................................ 940
Vanity mirrors .......................... 697
Variable Gear Ratio Steering
(VGRS) .................................. 397
Function ............................... 397
Warning message................. 846
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics
Integrated Management) ........ 398
Vehicle identification number .. 927
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) .................................... 397
Ventilators (seat ventilators) .... 704
VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio
Steering) ................................. 397
Function ............................... 397
Warning message................. 846
VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) .................................. 397U
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