Lexus GS450h 2018 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2018 GS450H OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30G62U)

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Interior features
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventila-
tors
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blow-
ing air from the seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel or seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, th e 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.)
●Observe the following precautions to pr event the minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
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, do not use the functions when the hybrid system
is off.

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Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heater is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automati cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
■Front seat heaters and ventilators/rear seat heaters
Seat heater switches
The indicator light (yellow) on the switch comes on when the seat heater is operating.
Seat ventilator switches (front seats only)
The indicator light (green) on the switch co mes on when the seat ventilator is operat-
ing.
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level or the seat ventilator fan speed level (for front seats
only) is displayed.
“AUTO” indicator lights
Heated steering wheel
Seat heaters/seat ventilators
Front seatsRear seats (if equipped)
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●Modes and indicators
The mode can be changed by pressing the switch.
*: When automatic mode is selected, the leve l automatically changes depending on the
air conditioning settings.
■The seat heaters/seat vent ilators can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■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 driv ing mode select switch is switched to Eco
drive mode in cold temperatures, the seat he ater may be automatically operated to assist
heating performance.
■Automatic operation during S-FLOW mode
The front seat heater and ventilator or the re ar seat heater may automatically turn off
when S-FLOW mode is turned on during automatic mode. (→P. 288)
■Button lock function (vehicle s with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some bu ttons on the rear armrest can be locked.
( → P. 300)
■When the switch is disabled (v ehicles with rear control panel)
When the rear control panel switch cannot be operated even though the button lock
function is released, check whether the switch is disabled due to selecting on
Remote Touch screen. ( →P. 294)
■Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the re ar armrest can be turned off. (→P. 300)
■Customization
The automatic mode settings for the front seat heaters and ventilators or the rear seat
heaters can be changed. (Customizable features: → P. 494)
Mode“AUTO” indicator lightLevel indicator lights
OffOffOff
Automatic*On3 to 1, or off
HiOff3
MidOff2
LoOff1

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Interior lights list
When the instrument panel light control switch is turned to minimum and the tail lights
are on, the inside door handle lights, th e ornament lights and the footwell lights will
turn off. ( →P. 91)
Outer foot lights
Shift lever light
Front interior light ( →P. 305)
Front personal lights ( →P. 305)
Inside door handle lights Rear personal lights (
→P. 305)
Rear interior light
Ornament lights
Door courtesy lights
Power window switch lights
Footwell lights1
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Turns the lights on/off
The rear interior light is also turned on/
off.
Turns the door position on/off
■Front
Turns the light on/off
■Rear
Turns the light on/off
Interior lights
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Personal lights

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●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on /off according to power switch
mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
●If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
●Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: → P. 494)
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than necessary
when the hybrid system is off.

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List of storage features
Cup holders ( →P. 309)
Glove box ( →P. 308) Auxiliary boxes (
→P. 311)
Console box (→ P. 308)
WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause
the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracke d if they come into contact with other
stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored
items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire
hazard.
●When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an
occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.
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Open (press the button)
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
●The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
●The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. (→P. 130)
●The insert inside the glove box can be removed.
●An SRS knee airbag for the front passenger’s seat is bu ilt into the glove box door.
( → P. 35)
Using with half-open
Grip the knob to release the lock,
and slide the armrest as far back.
Using with fully open
Grip the knob to release the lock,
and lift the armrest to open.
Glove box
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Console box
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●The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
■Front
To open, press down and release the
cup holder lid.
■Rear
To open, pull down the armrest and
press in and release the rear cup
holder on the armrest.
●The tray slides forward/backward and can be
removed.
WARNING
When using the console box with half-open, do not apply too much load on the arm-
rest. Doing so may damage the armrest and may cause you to injure yourself.
Cup holders

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●Rear cup holder: When stowing the cup holder, stow the cup holder with the armrest
down. The cup holder cannot be stowed if the armrest is not down.
●Front cup holder: The cup holder insert may
be removed for cleaning.
WARNING
Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden
braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the rear cup holder, stow the cup holder before stowing the arm-
rest.