automatic transmission LEXUS GS300H 2019 Owners Manual

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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 .......................... 231
Parking brake ..............................232
Brake Hold....................................235
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 237
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System)......................................... 241
Automatic High Beam ............. 246
Fog light switch .......................... 250
Windshield wipers
and washer.................................. 251
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap...... 257
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Lexus Safety System+ ............... 261
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system)......................................... 270
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist)...........................................282
RSA (Road Sign Assist)............ 291
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ............................................ 296
Cruise control ............................ 308
Driving mode select switch.......311
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 314
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function...................................... 319
• The Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function .......................... 321
Driving assist systems...............324
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips....... 331
Winter driving tips .....................334
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4Driving
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE)
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 .......................... 231
Parking brake .............................. 232
Brake Hold....................................235
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ......................... 237
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System)......................................... 241
Automatic High Beam ............. 246
Fog light switch .......................... 250
Windshield wipers
and washer.................................. 251
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 257
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Lexus Safety System+ ................261
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system) ........................................ 270
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist) .......................................... 282
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ............291
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ............................................ 296
Cruise control ............................ 308
Driving mode select switch ...... 311
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 314
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function ..................................... 319
• The Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function...........................321
Driving assist systems .............. 324
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...... 331
Winter driving tips ..................... 334

3134-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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Sport mode
•SPORT S mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the transmission and engine.
When not in SPORT S mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the
right, the “SPORT S” indicator comes on in the multi-information display, and the Hybrid System Indicator changes to the tachometer. ( P. 109)
•SPORT S+ mode
Helps to ensure steering performance and driving stability by simultane-
ously controlling the steering and suspen sion in addition to the hybrid sys-
tem. Suitable for sporty driving.
When in SPORT S mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the right, the “SPORT S+” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air condi- tioning system to enhance fuel efficiency ( P. 346). To improve air conditioning perfor-
mance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■Automatic operation of the seat heater during Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the he ating operation and fan speed of the air conditioning sys-
tem to enhance fuel efficiency. If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco drive mode in cold temperatures, the seat heater w ill be automatically operated to assist heat- ing performance.
■Automatic deactivation of sport mode and customized mode
If the power switch is turned off after driv ing in sport mode or customized mode, the drive mode will be changed to normal mode.
■Driving mode pop-up display (12.3-inch display only)
When the driving mode is changed, the selected driving mode will be temporarily dis- played on the side display. ( P. 344)
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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the vehicle is unable to drive over 110 km/h
(65 mph) until the transmission warms up A buzzer also sounds. Wait until the transmission warms up.
Indicates that the parking brake is set automatically while the brake hold system is holding the brakes
A buzzer also sounds.  Release the parking brake.
Indicates a malfunction in the Drive-Start Control system
A buzzer also sounds.  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake override system
A buzzer also sounds.  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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