fuel Lexus GS450h 2007 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2007 GS450H FROM JULY 2006 PROD. (OM30A05U) Owner's Guide

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors back before washing the vehicle.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure automatic car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win-
dows. Before entering an automatic car wash, check that the fuel filler door is
closed.
■Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes
or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners. Use the same
mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● If water no longer beads on clea n paint, apply wax when the vehi-
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■Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained speciali sts and are kept up to date with the
latest service information. They are well informed about the operations of all
systems on your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has been
performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise while your
vehicle is under warranty, your Lexus de aler will promptly take care of it.
CAUTION
■Hazardous materials
●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile com-
ponents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause can-
cer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by compo-
nent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid exposure and wash
any affected area immediately.
●Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after han-
dling. (P. 3 7 9 )
●Used engine oil contains chemicals that have been shown to cause cancer in lab-
oratory animals. Avoid prolonged and repeated contact. Always protect your
skin by washing thorough ly with soap and water.

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4-2. Maintenance
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include
OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the oper-
ation of the emission control system.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in
the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test
and may need to be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service
the vehicle.
■ Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test:
●When the 12 volt battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased. 
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may
not be completely set.
● When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on as a temporary mal-
function and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
■ When the malfunction indicator la mp goes off after several driv-
ing trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.
■ If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Lexus dealer to prep are the vehicle for re-testing.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury.
■When working on the engine compartment:
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, inverter, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily , such as paper or rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine oil level ( P. 3 7 1 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 4 0 3 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Headlight aim ( P. 4 1 9 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (P. 377)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 393)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( P. 3 8 2 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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Maintenance and care
■Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*: If SAE 5W-30 oil is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil
change.
■ How to read oil container labels
Some oil containers are labeled wi th ILSAC certification marks that
help you to select the proper oil.
Outside temperature

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Maintenance and care
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
●Reduced fuel efficiency
●Reduced driving comfort and tire life
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent refilling, have it checked by your Lexus dealer.
■Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
●Check only when the tires are cold. 
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for
more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pressure
reading.
●Always use a tire pressure gauge. 
The appearance of the tire can be misleadi ng. In addition, tire inflation pressures
that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride and handling.
●Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for the
tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving.
●Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight. 
Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal-
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1FR CTRL-B25H-LP HI, HORN
2RELIEF VLV10Fuel system
3ETCS10
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
4H-LP CLN30Headlight cleaner
5STB-AM30Active stabilizer suspension system
6DEICER25
7FR CTRL-AM30FR TAIL, FR FOG, WASH

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Maintenance and care
FuseAmpereCircuit
8IG210
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, noise filter
9EFI No.210Fuel system, exhaust system
10H-LP R LWR15Headlight low beam (right)
11H-LP L LWR15Headlight low beam (left)
12D/C CUT30DOME, MPX-B
13IGCT No.37. 5Hybrid battery (traction battery)
14IGCT No.27. 5Hybrid system
15MPX-B7. 5
Power windows, door control system,
power seat, electronically controlled
brake system, combination switch,
electric tilt and telescopic steering,
gauges and meters
16DOME7. 5Interior lights, foot lights, vanity light,
gauges and meters
17ABS MAIN110Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
18ABS MOTOR30ABS
19ABS MAIN210Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
20F/ P M P25Fuel system
21EFI25
EFI2, multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
22INJ20
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system

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FuseAmpereCircuit
23A/F15Fuel system
24INV W/P10Hybrid system
25IGCT No.120Hybrid system, IGCT No.2, 
IGCT No.3
26FR FOG15Fog light
27FR TAIL10Tail light, rear side marker light
28WA S H20Windshield washer
29HORN10Horn
30H-LP HI20Headlight high beam
31DC/DC140Charging system
32RAD FAN60Electric cooling fans
33LH J/B AM80
S/ROOF, FR P/SEAT LH, TV, A/C,
FUEL OPN, FR WIP, H-LP LVL, 
FR S/HTR LH, A/C W/P
34E/G AM60H-LP CLN, FR CTRL-AM, DEICER,
STB AM
35HEATER50Air conditioning system
36DEFOG50Rear window defogger
37ABS230VSC, ABS
38RH J/B-AM80
AM1, OBD, STOP SW, TI & TE, 
FR P/SEAT RH, STR LOCK, 
SECURITY, ECU-IG R, RH-IG, 
F S/HTR RH, CIG, PWR OUTLET, 
AIR SUS

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Maintenance and care
FuseAmpereCircuit
11PA N E L7. 5
Steering switches, distance control
switch, audio system, glove box light,
switch illumination, cigarette lighter,
shift lever light, touch screen, rear
personal lights
12S/ROOF25
13FUEL OPEN10Fuel lid opener, trunk opener
14LH-B10Theft deterrent system
15TRK OPN10Trunk opener
16TV7. 5Touch screen, rear view monitor sys-
tem
17A/C7. 5Air conditioning system
18FR P/SEAT LH30Po w e r s e a t