reset Lexus GS450h 2013 Owner's Guide

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Maintenance and care
■If the tread on snow tires wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)
The effectiveness of the tires as snow tires is lost.
■Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly
●In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly.
• If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains etc. are equipped.
• Lock nuts are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the wheels or wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extremely higher than the specified level.
●Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wire- less communication device
Vehicles with the tire inflation pressure display function: If tire position information
is not correctly displayed due to the radio wave conditions, the display may be
corrected by driving and changing the radio wave conditions.
●When the vehicle is parked, the time taken for the warning to start or go off could
be extended.
●When tire inflation pressure declines rapidly for example when a tire has burst, the
warning may not function.
■The initialization operation
●Make sure to carry out initialization after adjusting the tire inflation pressure.
Also, make sure the tires are cold before carrying out initialization or tire inflation
pressure adjustment.
●If you have accidentally turned the power switch off during initialization, it is not
necessary to press the reset switch again as initialization will restart automatically
when the power switch has been turned to ON mode for the next time.
●If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization is not necessary, adjust
the tire inflation pressure to the specified level when the tires are cold, and conduct
initialization again.
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■When initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the following cases, the
settings have not been recorded and the system will not operate properly. If
repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings are unsuccessful, have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pressure warning
light does not blink 3 times.
●After carrying out the initialization procedure, the tire pressure warning light blinks
for 1 minute then stays on after driving for 20 minutes.
■Tire pressure warning system certification
MODEL/FCC IDs:
Tr a n s m i t t e r : PA X P M V C 0 1 0
Initiator: HYQ22AAA
XFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
XFor vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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GS450h_U (OM30D01U)
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as dangerous
handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
●Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Lexus.
●Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply tires).
●Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
●Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not operate the tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting the tire
inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pressure warning light
may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when
the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.
■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices (vehicles with the tire
inflation pressure display function)
●Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and
implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for
information about its operation under the influence of radio waves.
Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical
devices.
●People with implanted pacemakers or car-
diac defibrillators should not come within
17.7 in. (450 mm) of the tire pressure warn-
ing system initiators. The radio waves may
affect the operation of such devices.
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7167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors,
side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors
(rear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger
occupant classification system, “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indi-
cator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assem-
blies, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (→P. 4 0 )
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sen-
sor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a
passenger is not sitting in the seat.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient of the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warn-
ing buzzer may sound.
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.
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7397-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
A warning message is shown on the multi-information display. After taking
the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the
warning message goes off.
Follow the correction procedures.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that the brake
hold system is not hold
the vehicle when the
vehicle is on a slippery
road
Use the brake hold sys-
tem when it becomes
available.
Indicates that the washer
fluid level is lowAdd washer fluid.
Indicates that all mainte-
nance according to the
driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*
should be performed
soon.If necessary, perform
maintenance.
Comes on approxi-
mately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the
maintenance data has
been reset.
(U.S.A. only)
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7407-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that all mainte-
nance is required to cor-
respond to the driven
distance on the mainte-
nance schedule
*.Perform the necessary
maintenance. Please
reset the maintenance
data after the mainte-
nance is performed
(→ P. 6 2 4 )
Comes on approxi-
mately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the
maintenance data has
been reset.
(The indicator will not
work properly unless the
maintenance data has
been reset.)
Indicates that the tire
inflation pressure is lowCheck the tire inflation
pressure, and adjust to
the appropriate level.
Indicates a malfunction in
the tire pressure warning
system
Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn the power
switch off then on again.
If the tire pressure
warning indicator
flashes for 1 minute
then illuminates, there
is a malfunction in the
system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected at your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A. only)
(If equipped)
(If equipped)
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852Alphabetical index
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Rear turn signal lights ......................... 205Replacing light bulbs ....................... 695
Turn signal lever ................................ 205
Wattage ....................................................791
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ..................... 159
Outside rear view mirrors ................ 161
Rear view monitor system .................274
Rear window defoggers .................... 384
Refueling ...................................................227
Capacity .................................................784
Fuel types ...............................................784
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........................ 230
Opening the fuel tank cap............. 229
Regenerative braking .............................72
Remote Touch ....................................... 328
Remote Touch screen ........................330
Replacing Electronic key battery ..................... 668
Fuses........................................................ 670
Light bulbs ............................................ 687
Tires .......................................................... 749
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................................820
Reset the maintenance data ............ 624
Road accident cautions .........................77 Safety Connect ......................................607
Seat belts .....................................................32
Adjusting the seat belt........................ 33
Automatic Locking Retractor ........ 34
Child restraint system
installation ............................................. 62
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ......................................... 621
Emergency Locking
Retractor................................................ 34
How to wear your seat belt..............32
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 35
Pre-collision seat belts ....................... 34
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................................... 36
Reminder light and buzzer ............. 714
Seat belt extender ................................ 35
Seat belt pretensioners ...................... 34
SRS warning light ................................ 712
Seat heaters............................................ 590
Seat position memory ..........................150
Seat ventilators........................................591
Seating capacity .....................................186S
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Paddle shift switches ......................... 201
Parking brake switches...................207
PCS OFF switch ................................ 297
Power door lock switch ...................137
Power switch......................................... 189
Power window switches ................. 164
Rear sunshade switch ..................... 594
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch................................................... 384
Seat heater switches........................ 590
Seat ventilator switches ................... 591
Snow mode switch........................... 200
“SOS” button....................................... 607
Talk switch ............................................ 353
Telephone switches ......................... 507
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ................. 158
Tire pressure warning reset switch................................................... 654
Trunk closer switch .............................142
Trunk opener switch ........................... 141
Trunk opener main switch...............142
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ...................................................239
VSC OFF switch ................................ 291
Window lock switch .......................... 164
Windshield wipers
and washer switch .......................... 219 Tachometer ..................................... 89, 104
Tail lights .................................................... 213
Light switch............................................. 213
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 697
Welcome light illumination
control......................................................121
Talk switch............................................... 353
Telephone switches............................. 507
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ............................................................ 81
Immobilizer system...............................79
Tire inflation pressure......................... 790 Maintenance data.............................. 790
Tire inflation pressure display function....................................................97
Warning light ......................................... 715
Warning message............................. 740
Tire information .....................................795 Glossary.................................................802
Size ........................................................... 798
Tire identification number ............. 797
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................................. 800
Tire pressure warning system ......... 653 Function ..................................................653
Initializing ............................................... 653
Installing tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters................653
Registering ID codes .......................655
Tire pressure warning reset switch ...................................................654
Warning light ......................................... 715
Warning message................... 740, 741T
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