engine Lexus GS450h 2009 Service Manual
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Event data recorder
In a crash or a near car crash eventThe SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near
car crash event, this device may record some or all of the following infor-
mation:
● Gasoline engine speed
● Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
● Ve h i c l e  s p e e d
● To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
● Position of the transmission shift lever
● Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
● Driver’s seat position
● SRS airbag deployment data
● SRS airbag system diagnostic data
● Front passenger’s occupant classification
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of
your vehicle. These computers assist  in driving and maintaining optimal
vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful  for troubleshooting, there is a system to record
data in a crash or a near car crash  event. This is called an Event Data
Recorder (EDR).
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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
 (U.S.A.)
 
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
 (U.S.A.)
 
(Canada)
ABS warning lightMalfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
ECB (Electronically controlled brake system) warning light Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system.
Electric power steering system warning light
Malfunction in the EPS.
“PCS” warning light (if equipped)Malfunction in the pre-collision system.
Slip indicatorMalfunction in the Enhanced VSC.
The indicator will blink when Enhanced VSC, TRAC or hill-
start assist control is operational. ( →P.  2 1 5 )
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If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately.A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to
the vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Wa r n i n g  m e s s a g eDetails
(Flashing)
Abnormal engine oil pressure. The warning light may turn on  if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
Malfunction in the hybrid system.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Multi-information display
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
If any of the warning light turns on again after performing the following
actions, contact 
your Lexus dealer.
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Wa r n i n g  m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
The engine oil level is low.Check the engine oil level, 
and add if necessary.
(U.S.A. only)
The engine oil should be 
changed.
Check and change the 
engine oil.
Comes on approximately 
5000 miles (8000 km) 
after the engine oil is 
changed (and the oil 
maintenance data has 
been reset).
(If equipped)
Intuitive parking assist is 
dirty or covered with ice.Clean the sensor.
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Wa r n i n g  m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashing)
The gasoline engine can-
not operate or the shift 
lever is in “N” for a long 
time.
Stop the vehicle and shift 
the shift lever to “P”.
(Flashing)
The transmission is out of 
“P” when attempting to 
start the hybrid system.Shift the shift lever to “P” 
before pressing the power 
switch.
 (Flashing)
The driver’s door is 
opened when the trans-
mission is out of “P” with 
the hybrid system on.
Shift the shift lever to “P”.
■After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. (→ P.  4 4 2 )
■Approach warning message
In the following instances, there is the possibility that the approach warning will not
activate even when the vehicle-to-vehicle distance decreases.
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the
vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle.
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at very low speed.
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set.
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed.
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Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle.
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Negative (-) battery terminal on your vehicle.Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the 12 volt battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “POWER” switch is
OFF.
Maintain the engine speed on the second vehicle and turn the
“POWER” switch to the ON mode, then start the vehicle’s
hybrid system.
Make sure the “READY” light comes on. If the light does not
come on, contact your Lexus dealer.
Once the vehicle’s hybrid system has started, remove the
jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were
connected.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
STEP8
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If your vehicle overheats
If your hybrid system overheats: 
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam: Stop the hybrid system. Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides and then restart the hybrid system.
If you do not see steam: Leave the hybrid system operating and carefully lift the
hood.
Remove the engine compartment cover. ( →P.  4 3 9 )
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating:  Wait until the engine coolant temperature gauge begins to
fall and then stop the hybrid system.
If the fan is not operating:  Stop the hybrid system immediately and call your local
Lexus dealer.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, check
the coolant level and inspect the
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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■Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
●The message “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the food, do not open the food until the steam
has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, causing serious injury
such as burns.
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the hybrid
system is operating.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the hybrid system and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. (→P. 569)
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
STEP6
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Vehicle identificationThe vehicle identification number (V IN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used
in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel and in the
engine compartment.
This number is also on the Certifi-
cation Label.
■ The engine number and electric  motor (traction motor) number
These numbers are stamped on the locations shown in the above illustration. 
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Engine
Fuel
Electric motor (Traction motor)
Hybrid battery (Traction battery)
Model2GR-FSE
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70 × 3.27 in. (94.0  × 83.0 mm)
Displacement210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp.gal.)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output147 kW
Maximum torque275 N•m (28.0 kgf•m, 202.8 ft•lbf.)
Ty p eNickel-Metal hydride battery
Vo l t a g e7. 2  V/m o d u l e
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity40 modules
Overall voltage288 V
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