key Lexus GS300h 2013 Service Manual

2464-2. Driving procedures
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Power (ignition) switch
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the 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 or changes power
switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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2504-2. Driving procedures
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Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or ON
mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for more than an hour with the
shift lever in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods
of time when the hybrid system is not operating.
Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P. 8 3
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 1 5 4
When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving condi-
tions
It may take time until the “READY” indicator comes on.
Conditions affecting operation
P. 1 5 0
Notes for the push-start function
P. 1 5 3
If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 9 1 )
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The hybrid system may not
start if the shift lever is displaced out of P. “Shift to P position when Start-
ing” will be displayed on the multi-information display.
Steering lock
After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

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When the steering lock cannot be released
Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.
When “Check Entry & Start System” will be displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional immediately.
If the “READY” indicator does not come on
If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the power
switch with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional immediately.
If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P. 8 4 0
If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 9 0 2
Operation of the power 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 hold the
switch.
If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the
power switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turn-
ing the power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the
hybrid system.
If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting “Steering Lock active” will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the power switch while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.

4495-1. Remote Touch screen
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Interior features
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Letters and numbers can be input via the screen.
To input letters and numbers/symbols
Select the keys directly to enter letters, numbers or symbols.
, :Select to erase one character. Select and hold to con-
tinue erasing characters.
: To change letters, numbers or symbols
, : To display other symbols
: To enter in lower case
: To enter in upper case
Inputting letters and numbers/list screen operation
Letters and numbersSymbols

4505-1. Remote Touch screen
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To change character and keyboard type
Select on the screen.
Select desired character and
keyboard and select “OK”.
Selecting a character type
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“A-Z” type type
 type type

4515-1. Remote Touch screen
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Selecting a keyboard type
“0-9-%” type
“ABCDE” type“QWERTY” type
“AZERTY” type

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List screen operation
When a list is displayed, use
the appropriate screen button
to scroll through the list.
: Select to skip to the next or
previous page. Select and hold
or to scroll through the dis-
played list.
: This indicates the displayed
screen’s position.
: If appears to the right of
an item name, the complete name
is too long for the display. Select
to scroll to the end of the name.
Select to move to the beginning
of the name.
If you select
The display returns to the previous screen.
Selecting a character type
Depending on the conditions data is being input, it may not possible to
change keyboard characters.

4915-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys
Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the power switch
to ON mode will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.
When the power switch is turned off, the current air conditioning settings
will automatically be registered to the electronic key that was used to
unlock the vehicle.
The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in
the vicinity or if the smart entry & start system is used to unlock a passenger
door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according 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
immediately after is pressed.
Humidity sensor
Fogging up of the windows
The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Selecting on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily. A sensor, which detects humidity inside
the vehicle and the temperature of the
windshield, is provided to detect fog on
the front windscreen. Due to the sensor,
when automatic mode is set the air condi-
tioning may make the following controls:
Changing the amount of air flow
Changing the amount of air introduced
from outside when in outside air mode
with the air vents in the position
Changing the settings of the air vents to
when the is set

5455-3. Using the audio system
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Menu screen appears
Option screen appears (P. 546)
Display menu control key (P. 547)
Returns to the full screen (only when the vehicle is completely
stopped and the parking brake is applied)
Rewind
Stop
Pause
Select to play
Fast forward
If is selected, while watching a DVD, the DVD controls will appear.
If appears on the screen when a control is selected the operation
relevant to the control is not permitted.
Control icon screen
For 8-inch displayFor 12.3-inch display
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5475-3. Using the audio system
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Select “Menu” or “Top menu” on the control icon screen.
Select if the menu control key does not appear on the menu
screen.
Select the menu item using
, , or and
select “Enter”.
: Returns to the previous
screen
Note that specific items or the operating method differs from one DVD to
another. Refer to the manual that comes with the DVD disc. (The above
image is an example.)
Searching by title
Select “Search” on the “DVD options” screen.
Input the desired title num-
ber and then select “OK”.
: Deletes the last input
number
: Returns to the previous
screen
Searching by chapter
Press “<” or “>” on the “CH•TRACK” button or turn the
“TUNE/SCROLL” knob.
Using the DVD menu
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Searching for a desired screen
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