parking brake Lexus GS450h 2007 Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone) / LEXUS 2007 GS450H THROUGH JUNE 2006 PROD. (OM30727U) Owner's Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera
-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
imme
diately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift le

ver can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to the “ACC” mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
s
crewdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. 
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transm ission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and racing the hybrid system.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever in “P”.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand fr
om around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some ot her material to help pr
ovide
traction under the tires.
Restart the hybrid system.
Turn off TRAC. (  P. 1 6 4 )
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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6-1. Specifications
Transmission
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 200 N (20.4 kgf, 45 lbf) while the hybrid system is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 lbf).
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill
5.7 qt. (5.4 L, 4.8 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF Type WS
NOTICE
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF Ty p e WS” may cause dete-
rioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *12.9 in. (74 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.08 in. (1.0  2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *25  7 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ..........191
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........ 162
Active stabilizer suspension 
system...................................................... 162
Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter ......................... 391
Automatic air conditioning 
system ..................................................... 191
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............. 71
Airbag precautions for your 
child.......................................................... 75
Airbag warning light .......................... 431
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................................... 78
General airbag precautions ........... 75
Locations of airbags............................ 69
Modification and disposal of 
airbags .................................................... 79
Side airbag precautions .................... 75
Side and curtain shield airbags 
operating conditions ........................72
SRS airbags ............................................. 69
Alarm ............................................................ 64
Antenna .................................................... 209
Armrest ..................................................... 328
Ashtrays ..................................................... 321
Audio system Antenna .................................................. 209
Cassette player..................................... 212
CD player/changer ........................... 216
DVD information ............................... 252
DVD player/changer...................... 232
DVD video/audio ............................. 235
MP3/WMA disc ............................... 224
Optimal use.......................................... 256
Radio ........................................................ 203Steering switches ..............................
260
Video CD ............................................. 248
Automatic headlight leveling 
system ...................................................... 122
Automatic light control system........ 120
AVS (Adaptive Variable 
Suspension System) ............................ 161
BA (Brake Assist)................................... 162
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 488
Battery 12 volt battery ........................................ 371
Checking................................................. 371
Hybrid battery (Tra cti
on battery) ....5
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged .......................................... 471
Preparing and checking  before winter...................................... 174
Bluetooth
®..............................................266
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 370
Parking brake........................................ 109
Care Exterior .................................................... 344
Interior..................................................... 346
Seat belts ................................................ 347
Cargo capacity........................................ 170
Cargo hooks .......................................... 332
CD player/changer............................. 232
Chains ......................................................... 176
Child-protectors....................................... 27
Child restraint system (CRS) Definition .................................................. 80
Installation ................................................ 83
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Turn signal lever ..................................108
Vanity lights ........................................... 318
Wattage................................................. 488
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 355
General maintenance ....................... 351
Maintenance data............................. 480
Maintenance requirements .......... 349
Meter Instrument panel light control .......... 111
Meters ........................................................ 110
Micro dust and pollen removal 
mode ........................................................ 194
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror....................... 49
Side mirror heater ............................... 199
Side mirrors ............................................. 50
Vanity mirrors....................................... 318
Moon roof ................................................... 55
MP3 disc ..
.................................................... 224
Multi-information display ........
................117
Odometer................................................... 110
Oil Engine oil ............................................... 363
Opener Fuel filler door......................................... 58
Hood........................................................ 358
Trunk ........................................................... 30
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 50
Driving position memory.................. 36
Outside temperature display........... 320
Overhead console ................................ 313
Overheating, Engine .......
......................475 Parking brake..........................................
109
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 413
Switch ........................................................ 120
Wattage ................................................. 488
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .............. 163
Personal lights........................................ 309
Power meter.............................................. 110
Power outlet ........................................... 323
Power windows ........................................ 52
Radar cruise control............................. 130
Radiator .................................................... 369
Radio .........
..................................................... 203
RDS (Radio Date System) ................ 205
Rear sunshade ....................................... 329
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 413
Wattage ................................................. 488
Rear view monitor system ................. 158
Rear window defogger ........................ 199
Replacing Electronic key battery ..................... 393
Fuses ........................................................ 395
Light bulbs .............................................. 413
Reporting safety defects for 
U.S.A. owners .....................................508
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ........................ 43
Automatic Locking Retractor 
(ALR) ....................................................... 44
Child restraint system 
installation ............................................. 83
Cleaning and maintaining 
the seat belts .....................................347
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Electric power steering warning light ..................................... 432
Low fuel level....................................... 432
Malfunction indicator lamp ............ 431
Master warning light ........................ 433
Open door ........................................... 432
Pre-collision system ......................... 432
Seat belt reminder light .................. 433
SRS airbags ............................................ 431
Tire pressure warning light........... 433
Warning messages Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ... 442
Brake Assist (BA) .............................. 442
Dynamic radar 
cruise control ................................... 440
Engine oil level .................................... 445
Engine oil maintenance.................. 445
Engine oil pressure............................ 437
Headlight ............................................... 438
Hill-start assist control...................... 442
Hood ....................................................... 443
Hybrid system .......................... 437, 447
Intuitive parking 
assist .............................. 439, 446, 451
Moon roof ............................................. 444
Open door ........................................... 443
Parking brake ...................................... 444
Pre-Collision System .......... 439, 446
Refueling ................................................ 450
Rear lights system ............................. 438
Smart access system with 
push-button start............................ 452
Steering lock ............................ 439, 454
Tire pressure warning 
system...................................... 438, 446
TRAC (Traction control 
system) .................................................442 Trunk ........................................................
444
VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio 
Steering) ............................................. 442
VSC/ECB (Vehicle Stability 
Control/Electronically Controlled 
Brake system) .................................. 442
Washer fluid ......................................... 444
Washer Checking ............................................... 374
Preparing and checking  before winter ......................................174
Switch......................................................... 124
Washing and waxing ........................... 344
Weight Cargo capacity .................................... 170
Load limits ............................................... 173
Weight.................................................... 480
Wheels ..................................................... 389
Window glasses ...................................... 52
Window lock switch ............................... 52
Windows Power windows ..................................... 52
Rear window defogger.................... 199
Washer ..................................................... 124
Windshield wipers Position...................................................... 176
Windshield wipers .............................. 124
Winter driving tips .................................. 174
Wireless remote control Locking/Unlocking ............................. 23
Replacing the battery....................... 393
WMA disc ............................................... 224