spare tire location Lexus GS300h 2015 Owner's Manual
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1573-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
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■Note for the push-start function
●Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the system
may not operate properly when the electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear
package tray or floor, or in the door pockets or glove box when the hybrid system is
started or power switch modes are changed.
●Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the hybrid
system if the electronic key is near the window.
■When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
●Vehicles with entry function: To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic
key within 2 m (6 ft.) of the vehicle.
●The smart entry & start system can be deactivated in advance. ( →P. 5 8 1 )
■To operate the system properly
●Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the elec-
tronic key too close to the vehicle when operating 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 prev ention function may not operate.)
●Do not leave the electronic key inside the trunk.
The key confinement prevention function may not operate, depending on the location
of the key (close to a spare tire [if equipped], the inside edge of the trunk), conditions
(inside a metal bag, close to metallic object s) and the radio waves in the surrounding
area. ( →P. 1 4 8 )
■If the smart entry & start system does not operate properly
●Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk: Use the mechanical key.
(→ P. 5 4 8 )
●Starting the hybrid system: →P. 5 4 9
■Customization
Settings (e. g. smart entry & start system) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 5 8 1 )
■If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting
●Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. ( →P. 139, 147, 548)
●Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes: →P. 5 4 9
●Stopping the hybrid system: →P. 2 1 8
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4326-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check the tires
for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the tread.
Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated. New tread
Wo r n t r e a d
Treadwear indicator
The location of treadwear indicato rs is shown by the “TWI” or “∆” mark, etc., molded
into the sidewall of each tire.
Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and tread-
wear.
Checking tires
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5187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Parking brake release tool
Screwdriver
Towing eyeletWheel nut wrench
Spare tire
Jack1
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5267-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WA R N I N G
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steeri ng, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accid ent causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range (if equipped)
• (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
•EPS
•AFS (if equipped)
• LDH (if equipped)
• DRS (if equipped)
• Adaptive Variable Suspension system (if equipped) • LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) (if equipped)
• LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) (if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system (if equipped)
•VDIM
• VGRS (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
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615Alphabetical index
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Shift lever.................................................. 224Hybrid transmission ......................... 224
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................545
Shift lever light........................................386
Shift lock system ....................................545
Side airbags................................................ 43
Side display.............................................. 364
Side mirrors.............................................. 190 Adjusting and folding........................ 190
BSM (Blind spot monitor)............. 333
Linked mirror function when
reversing ................................................ 191
Mirror position memory...................178
Side turn signal lights...........................230 Replacing light bulbs........................465
Turn signal lever .................................230
Smart entry & start system................. 153
Antenna location................................. 153
Entry functions............................ 139, 146
Starting the hybrid system............... 217
Warning message.............................482
Snow mode ............................................. 225
Snow tires................................................. 357
Spare tire ................................................... 517 Inflation pressure................................ 577
Storage location .................................. 518
Spark plug................................................ 572 Specifications ......................................... 566
Speech command system
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Speedometer .......................................... 104
Sport mode ............................................. 330
Steering lock ............................................219
Column lock release ....................... 220
Steering lock system warning message ...............................................515
Steering wheel........................................ 186 Adjustment .............................................186
Audio switches
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Heated steering wheel ................... 382
Power easy access system............. 178
Steering wheel position
memory ................................................ 178
Stop lights
Emergency brake signal................ 345
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 465
Storage feature ..................................... 389
Storage precautions............................ 389
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ....... 563
Sun visors ................................................. 397
Sun shade Rear ..........................................................400
Rear door ................................................401
Roof ............................................................ 197
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.