horn Lexus GS450h 2008 Using other driving systems / LEXUS 2008 GS450H OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30A96U)

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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January 4, 2008 10:02 am
●In the following situations, the intuitive parking assist may not function correctly,
possibly leading to an accident.
• There is ice, snow or mud on the sensors. (Wiping the sensors will resolve this
problem.)
• The sensor area is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.) 
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen the screen may show an abnor-
mal display, or obstacles may not be detected.
• The vehicle angle is especially wide.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• When driving on bumpy, sloped or gravel roads, or over grass.
• If there is something producing ultrasonic waves nearby, such as another vehicle’s horn, motorcycle engine nois e, air braking sound from heavy-duty
vehicles, or another vehicle using the intuitive parking assist.
• In heavy rain, or if water is splashed on the sensors.
• If a commercial fender pole or radio antenna is installed.
• If towing eyelet is installed on your vehicle.
• If moving towards a high curb or a curb corner.
• Objects such as signs may cause the detection distance to shorten.
• The area directly under the bumpers is not detected. 
Objects lower than the sensor s or thin stakes etc. may be detected initially,
but as they draw closer, they may cease to be detected.
• If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
■Obstacles that may not be detected correctly
The following obstacles may not be detected.
●Thin objects such as wire, fencing or rope.
●Objects that absorb sound wave s, such as cotton or snow.
●Objects with sharp corners.
●Objects where the upper section projects out over the lower section.
●Low objects.
■If the display flashes and a message is displayed
P. 5 1 2

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
GS_HV_U
December 13, 2007 10:51 am
Lexus Link System (if equipped)
The Lexus Link System is a communication service that uses Global Posi-
tioning System (GPS) data and cellular service to provide you with safety,
security and convenience. This system is only operational in GPS and cellu-
lar coverage areas. Button operation and voice commands are used to
operate the system. To operate the system, follow the voice guidance
instructions. For details about service and subscription, call the Lexus Link
Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free).
■ Buttons
Voice keypad button
Volume control
Phone button
“SERVICES” button
Emergency button
■ Services
The Lexus Link System offers the following services.
● Airbag deployment notification ( P. 389)
● Emergency assistance ( P. 389)
● Stolen vehicle location assistance ( P. 390)
● Remote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock ( P. 390)
● Advisor record ( P. 391)
● Personal calling ( P. 391)
● Other services ( P. 390)
Operating the Lexus Link Sy stem during a Bluetooth phone call will ter-
minate the Bluetooth phone call.

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3-7. Other interior features
GS_HV_U
December 13, 2007 10:51 am
Stolen vehicle location assistance
If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-800-25-
LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free) and select the option for Lexus Link.
To protect subscribers’ privacy, the location of a vehicle will not be provided to
anyone other than a law enforcement authority.
Remote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock
The remote operations are performed by contacting the Lexus Link Call
Center from the outside of the vehicle. When necessary, call the Lexus Link
Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-free) and
select the option for Lexus Link.
● In the case that you forget to lock the vehicle or you are locked out, the
Lexus Link Call Center can send a sig nal to lock or unlock the vehicle
remotely.
● In the case that you forget where you parked the vehicle, such as in a
large parking lot, the Lexus Link Call Center can send a signal to flash the
headlights and sound the horn to help you locate the vehicle.
When contacting the Lexus Link Call Center from the outside of the vehicle,
you need the Lexus Link PIN (Personal Identification Number). Write the PIN
down and carry it with you.
Other services
Press the button in the vehicle or call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-
800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) (toll-fr ee), and then select the option
for Lexus Link. The services provided will depend on the service plan level.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GS_HV_U
December 27, 2007 1:38 pm
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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GS_HV_U
December 27, 2007 1:38 pm
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 wipers and washer
29HORN10Horn
30H-LP UPR20Headlight 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, 
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS_HV_U
December 12, 2007 3:50 pm
If the hybrid system will not start
If the hybrid system will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (
P. 138), consider each of the following points.
■The hybrid system will not start ev en if you are carrying the cor-
rect electronic key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The electronic key battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 3 1 )
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. 
( P. 88)
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 3 4 )
● The 12 volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the 12 volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 3 4 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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December 12, 2007 3:50 pm
What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 5 1 7 /527If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 8 8Immobilizer system
P. 5 2 8If the hybrid system will not start
P. 5 3 4If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be 
moved outP. 5 2 9If the shift lever cannot be shifted 
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming 
from under the hood
P. 5 3 8If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 3 0If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 5 3 4If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5 0Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 0Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 4 1If the vehicle becomes stuck