seat heating Lexus GS450h 2013 Owner's Manual
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air
conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency (→P. 364). To improve air condition-
ing performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■Automatic operation of the seat heater during Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating operation and fan speed of the air conditioning
system to enhance fuel efficiency. If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco
drive mode in cold temperatures, the seat heater will be automatically operated to
assist heating performance.
■Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the power switch is turned off after driving
in sport mode.
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5
Interior features
Blows air from the seatHi
Mid
Lo
Off
The indicator light (green) on the
switch and the level indicator lights
(green) come on.
■The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■The seat heater timer control
The seat heater automatically switches from Hi → Mid → Lo → Off. The switching
timing differs depending on the temperature inside the cabin etc. when the seat
heater was operated.
■Automatic operation of the seat heater during Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating operations and fan speed of the air conditioning
system to enhance fuel efficiency. If the driving mode select switch is switched to Eco
drive mode in cold temperatures, the seat heater may be automatically operated to
assist heating performance.
■Button lock function (vehicles with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be locked.
( → P. 383)
■Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. ( →P. 3 8 3 )
Seat ventilators (front seats only)
1
2
13
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CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
●Do not use seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor burns or
overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heaters/seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters/seat ventilators off when the hybrid system is off.
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847Alphabetical index
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HeatersAir conditioning system ..................364
Heated steering wheel ................... 588
Seat heaters ......................................... 590
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 384
High-voltage components ...................74
Hood .......................................................... 634 Open ........................................................634
Warning message .............................728
Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................................... 581
Coat hooks ...........................................597
Luggage hook ...................................... 581
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............28
Utility hook ........................................... 599
Horn .............................................................212
Hybrid battery (traction battery) .......74
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air vents .................................................... 75
Hybrid system ........................................... 70
Emergency shut off system .............. 75
Energy monitor/consumption screen ...................... 109
EV drive mode..................................... 196
High voltage components ............... 74
Hybrid System Indicator ................... 92
Hybrid system precautions .............. 74
Hybrid vehicle driving tips...............317
If the hybrid system will not start........................................ 762
Overheating ......................................... 774
Power (ignition) switch .................... 189
Starting the hybrid system .............. 189
Vehicle proximity notification system ....................................................... 71 Hybrid System Indicator .......................92
Hybrid transmission .............................. 199
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............ 764
Paddle shift switches..........................201
S mode.................................................... 202
I/M test ..................................................... 630
Identification Engine ..................................................... 783
Vehicle .................................................... 783
Ignition switch (power switch) ..........189
Illuminated entry system ....................573
Immobilizer system ................................. 79
Indicators .....................................................87
Initialization Maintenance ........................................ 624
Moon roof ...............................................169
Power windows....................................165
Tire pressure warning system ...............................653
Initiators (tire pressure warning system) ................................ 659
Inside door handle lights ..................... 571
Inside rear view mirror.........................159
Instrument panel light control .............. 91
Interior lights ............................................ 571
Intuitive parking assist .......................... 261 Function .................................................... 261
Warning message..................723, 734
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