lock Lexus HS250h 2011 Do-it-yourself maintenance / LEXUS 2011 HS250H OWNERS MANUAL (OM75037U)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and operat-
ing features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering col-
umn
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of inform ation contained in this manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid systemHybrid system ................................... 24
Hybrid system precautions ......... 28
Energy monitor/consumption screen................................................ 33
Hybrid vehicle driving tips.......... 38
1-2. Key information Keys ...................................................... 40
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 45
Wireless remote control .............. 55
Doors................................................... 58
Trunk...................................................... 61 1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 65
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................. 69
Head restraints................................. 72
Seat belts ............................................ 74
Steering wheel................................. 80
Inside rear view mirror.................. 82
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 84
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 87
Moon roof .......................................... 90
1-6. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 94
1-7. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ........................ 98
Alarm.................................................. 100
Theft prevention labels (for U.S.A.) .................................... 103
1Before driving
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the “Navigation
System Owner’s Manual”.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Rear view monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist • Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Climate control
• Wide view front monitor system

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 367
• Glove box ................................... 368
• Console box ................................ 369
• Cup holders.................................. 371
• Bottle holders ............................. 373
• Auxiliary boxes........................... 374
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 375
Vanity mirrors ................................ 376
Clock ................................................. 377
Power outlets ................................. 378
Seat heaters and ventilators ..................................... 379
Armrest ............................................. 381
Rear sunshade .............................. 382
Floor mat......................................... 384
Trunk compartment features......................................... 386
Garage door opener................. 388
Compass.......................................... 396
Safety Connect ............................ 400 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................. 408
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 412
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ...... 415
General maintena nce .................. 417
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 421
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 422
Hood ................................................. 425
Positioning a floor jack............... 426
Engine compartment.................. 428
12-volt battery................................ 439
Tires ................................................... 443
Tire inflation pressure.................. 451
Wheels ............................................. 454
Air conditioning filter.................. 456
Electronic key battery ................ 459
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................. 461
Headlight aim (LED headlights) ....................... 473
Light bulbs ....................................... 475
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Driving position memory switches  P. 69
Door lock switches P. 58
Window lock switch P. 87
Power window switches P. 87
Inside door lock buttons P. 58
Pictorial indexInterior

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 186
P. 161
P. 197
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch
 P. 80
Pre-collision braking off switch  P. 237
Parking brake pedal P. 162
EV drive mode switch
“ECO MODE” switch
Power mode switch P. 152
P. 157
P. 157
Hood lock release lever P. 425
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever  P. 80
Glove box P. 368
Trunk opener
main switch
P. 61
Power (ignition) switch P. 147
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P. 198
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display P. 164
P. 172
Audio system *2P. 266

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Without navigation system
: If equipped
*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.*2: For vehicles with a navigation system, refe r to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defogger
switch
P. 264Emergency flasher
switch
P. 488
Security indicator

P. 98, 100
Clock P. 377
Air
conditioning
system
P. 256
With navigation system
Navigation system
*1
Air conditioning
system
*1
Emergency flasher
switch
P. 488Clock*1
Security indicator

P. 98, 100
Rear window and out-
side rear view mirror
defogger switch
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybr id vehicles emit approximately the same
amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or
home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus deal er before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.d tsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

Before driving1
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1-1. Hybrid systemHybrid system ............................ 24
Hybrid system precautions ... 28
Energy monitor/consumption screen ............. 33
Hybrid vehicle driving tips..... 38
1-2. Key information Keys .............................................. 40
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart access system with push-button start .................... 45
Wireless remote control ......... 55
Doors ........................................... 58
Trunk .............................................. 61
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ................................... 65
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ........................... 69
Head restraints .......................... 72
Seat belts ..................................... 74
Steering wheel .......................... 80
Inside rear view mirror ........... 82 Outside rear view mirrors...... 84
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .......................... 87
Moon roof ................................... 90
1-6. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 94
1-7. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .................. 98
Alarm.......................................... 100
Theft prevention labels (for U.S.A.) ............................. 103
1-8. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 104
SRS airbags .............................. 106
Front passenger occupant classification system............. 118
Child restraint systems ......... 123
Installing child restraints........ 127

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1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
Hybrid battery air ventThere is an air intake vent on the
side of the rear left seatback for
the purpose of cooling the hybrid
battery (traction battery). If the
vent become blocked, the hybrid
battery may overheat, leading to a
reduction in hybrid battery output.
Emergency shut off system When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the
emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage current and stops
the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage. If the
emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not restart. To
restart the hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.
Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the
hybrid system or an impr oper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read
the message and follow the
instructions.
(P. 507)

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1-2. Key information
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Before driving
Using the mechanical keyTo take out the mechanical key:
Electronic keys: Slide the release
lever and take the key out.
Card key: Press the lock release
button and take the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the key
only has grooves on one side. If the
key cannot be inserted in a lock
cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt
to insert it.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
( P. 5 4 0 )
■Card key
●The mechanical key that is stored inside the card key should be used only if a
problem arises, such as when the card key does not operate properly.
●If it is difficult to take out the mechanical key, push down the lock release button
using a pen tip etc. If it is still difficult to pull it out, use a coin etc.
●To store the mechanical key in the card
key, insert it while pressing the lock
release button.