light Lexus GS300h 2015 Owner's Manual

3865-3. Using the interior lights
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Interior lights list
When the instrument panel light control swit ch is turned to minimum and the tail lights
are on, the inside door handle lights, th e ornament lights and the footwell lights will
turn off. ( →P. 1 0 7 )
Outer foot lights
Shift lever light
Front interior light ( →P. 3 8 7 )
Front personal lights ( →P. 3 8 7 )
Inside door handle lights Rear personal lights (
→P. 3 8 7 )
Rear interior light
Ornament lights
Door courtesy lights
Power window switch lights
Footwell lights1
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Interior features
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Turns the lights on/off
The rear interior light is also turned on/
off.
Turns the door position on/off
■Front
Turns the light on/off
■Rear
Turns the light on/off
Interior lights
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Personal lights

3885-3. Using the interior lights
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●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch
mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
●If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
●Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 5 8 1 )
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than necessary
when the hybrid system is off.

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5-4. Using the storage features
Interior features
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List of storage features
Cup holders (
→P. 3 9 1 )
Glove box ( →P. 3 9 0 )
Auxiliary boxes (if equipped) (→ P. 393)
Ashtrays (if equipped) ( →P. 3 9 8 ) Auxiliary boxes (
→P. 393)
Console box ( →P. 3 9 0 )
WA R N I N G
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause
the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other
stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If th ey come into contact with other stored
items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire
hazard.
●When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an
occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.
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3905-4. Using the storage features
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Open (press the button)
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
●The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
●The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. (→P. 1 4 8 )
●The insert inside the glove box can be removed.
●An SRS knee airbag for the front passenger’s seat is built into the glove box door.
(→ P. 4 3 )
Using with half-open
Grip the knob to release the lock,
and slide the armrest as far back.
Using with fully open
Grip the knob to release the lock,
and lift the armrest to open.
Glove box
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Console box
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Interior features
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●The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
■Front
To open, press down and release the
cup holder lid.
■Rear
To open, pull down the armrest and
press in and release the rear cup
holder on the armrest.
●The tray slides forward/backward and can be
removed.
WA R N I N G
When using the console box with half-open, do not apply too much load on the arm-
rest. Doing so may damage the armrest and may cause you to injure yourself.
Cup holders

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5-5. Using the other interior features
Interior features
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Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side position,
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
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Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for extended peri-
ods while the hybrid system is off.

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6Maintenance and care
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6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................406
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior................... 410
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements...............................413
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-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

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Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar, pollen or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated wi th soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gaso line are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●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.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Turn off AUTO mode of the wiper to prevent the wiper from operating. ( →P. 2 5 0 )
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be dam-
aged.
■When using a high-pressure car wash
●When washing the vehicle, do not let water from the high-pressure washer directly hit
the camera or the area around the camera. Due to the shock from high-pressure
water, it is possible that the device may not operate normally.
●Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con-
nectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact
with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
•Suspension parts •Steering parts
•Brake parts

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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline oracidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior part’s
painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the
vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place 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.
■Water on the floor
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 also cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+)
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. ( →P. 2 6 2 )
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the
rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running
parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.