heating Lexus HS250h 2012 User Guide

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HS250h_U_75050U
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all mainte-
nance is required to cor-
respond to the driven
distance on the mainte-
nance schedule*
1 .Pe r f o r m t h e n e c e s s a r y
maintenance.
Please reset the mainte-
nance data after the main-
tenance is performed
(→ P. 4 2 4 )
Comes on approximately
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.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-
collision system is not
currently functional
• The grille or the sensor is
dirty.
• The pre-collision system is not functional due to
overheating.
• Check the grille and the sensor and clean them if
they are dirty.
• Check that the system will become functional
after the system cools
down.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HS250h_U_75050U
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures■ If the engine coolant temperature warning light comes on or flashes
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from the engine area.
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.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating:
Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light goes
off and then stop the hybrid system.
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediat ely and call your Lexus dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:
●The high engine coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashes:
The engine may be overheating.
● “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-information
display:
The power control unit may be overheating.
Follow the correction procedure as described below.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HS250h_U_75050UCheck that the coolant level of the
power control unit is between the
“FULL” and “LOW” lines of the
reservoir tank.
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the coolant level of the power
control unit is insufficient, add
more coolant.
If power control unit coolant is
unavailable, water can be used as
an emergency substitute.
Restart the hybrid system (depress and hold the brake pedal, and
press the “POWER” switch once). Check that the “HYBRID
SYSTEM OVERHEAT” message has gone off.
If the warning message remains on, stop the hybrid system and
contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
■Overheating
The following symptoms may occur when your vehicle is overheating:
●The high engine coolant temperature warning light comes on or flashes, or the
hybrid system output decreases.
●Steam comes out from the engine area.
●“HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is displayed on the multi-information display.

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
HS250h_U_75050U
Automatic
air condi-
tioning sys-
tem
(→ P. 2 6 6 )A/C Auto switch
operationAutoManualO——O
Tu r n i n g o n t h e
windshield
defogger acti-
vates the A/C
OnOff———O
Eco drive
mode
(
→P. 1 6 2 )
Heating/cooling
operation mini-
mized in Eco
drive mode
OnOff———O
Front seats
(
→P. 6 8 )
Driver’s seat
movement when
exiting the vehi-
cle (on some
models)
Pa r t i a l
Off
O—OO
Full
Eco Driving
Indicator
Light
(
→P. 1 7 7 )
Activating Eco
Driving Indica-
tor Light
OnOff—OOO
Po w e r w i n -
dows
(
→P. 9 0 )
Mechanical key
linked operationOffOn———O
Wireless remote
control linked
operation
Off
On
(Open only)
———O
Buzzer sounds if
operated using
wireless remote
OnOff———O
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustom-
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Alphabetical index
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Cooling systemEngine overheating .......................... 552
Cruise control Cruise control ....................................... 212
Dynamic radar crui se control ....... 216
Cup holders ............................................. 381
Curtain shield airbags.......................... 109
Customizable features ...................... 584
Daytime running light system ........... 194
Defogger* Rear window.........................................274
Side mirrors ...........................................274
Dimensions............................................. 560
Dinghy towing ........................................ 262
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control.................................................... 216
Multi-information display................. 177
Trip information ................................... 180
Warning message............................... 512
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............. 431
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights......................... 374
Wattage................................................. 568
Doors
Door glasses ........................................... 90
Door lock.................................. 47, 58, 61
Rear door child protector ................ 62
Side doors .................................................. 61
Side mirrors ............................................. 87
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .... 505
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 72
Driving
Break-in tips ........................................... 143
Correct posture ................................... 107 Procedures............................................. 142
Winter driving tips ............................ 258
Driving position memory.......................72
Electric power steering...................... 238
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 544
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 544
If the engine will not start ................. 541
If the hybrid system will not start ......................................................... 541
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................547
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 502
If the warning light turns on.......... 502
If the warning message is displayed .............................................. 512
If you have a flat tire ........................ 532
If you lose your keys ........................ 543
If you think something is wrong ....................................................501
If your electronic key does not operate properly ................... 544
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 556
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................558
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................................... 495
If your vehicle overheats................ 552
Emergency flasher Switch ...................................................... 494
Engine Accessory mode ................................. 153
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Compartment ......................................437
Engine switch ........................................ 152
Hood ....................................................... 434
How to start the engine.................... 152
How to start the hybrid system.................................................... 152
Identification number.......................560
If the engine will not start ................. 541
If the hybrid system will not start.......................................................... 541
Ignition switch........................................ 152
Overheating......................................... 552
Power switch ......................................... 152
Engine compartment cover............. 438
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 564
Checking ................................................442
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 258
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity................................................. 564
Checking ................................................442
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 258
Engine immobilizer system ................. 101
Engine oil Capacity................................................. 563
Checking ............................................... 439
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 258
Engine switch ........................................... 152
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 238
EPS............................................................. 238
EV drive mode switch .......................... 157
Event data recorder ............................... 20 Floor mat .................................................. 394
Fluid
Brake ....................................................... 566
Washer ...................................................446
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Switch.......................................................202
Wattage................................................. 568
Foot light................................................... 374
Foot well lighting ................................... 374
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Switch.......................................................202
Wattage................................................. 568
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 121
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light..................................... 505
Front seats Adjustment ...............................................68
Driver’s seat position memory ....... 72
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Wattage................................................. 568
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Switch........................................................ 166
Wattage................................................. 568
Fuel Capacity .................................................562
Fuel gauge.............................................. 169
Gas station information ................. 628
Information ........................................... 569
Refueling.................................................... 97
Type ......................................................... 569
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Outside rear view mirrorsAdjusting and folding ......................... 87
Driving position memory................... 72
Mirror position memory ....................72
Outside rear view mirror defogger switch* ............................... 274
Outside temperature display.............177
Overhead console ...............................384
Overheating, Engine...........................552
Overheating, Hybrid system ...........552
Parking brake ...........................................167
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs......................... 481
Switch ......................................................... 191
Wattage................................................. 568
PCS ............................................................ 245
Personal lights Personal lights ..................................... 375
Switch ...................................................... 375
Wattage................................................. 568
Power easy access system................... 69
Power outlet........................................... 388
Power switch ........................................... 152
Power windows ........................................90
Pre-collision system.............................245
Radar cruise control ............................. 216
Radiator .................................................... 444
Radio* ....................................................... 279
Radio data system* ............................... 281
RDS* ........................................................... 281
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs..........................491
Wattage................................................. 568
Rear sunshade .......................................392 Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Wattage .................................................568
Rear view mirror
Compass ............................................... 404
Rear view monitor system*
Rear window defogger* .....................274
Remote Touch*
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................467
Fuses........................................................ 469
Light bulbs .............................................. 481
Tires.......................................................... 532
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners..........................................598
Reset the maintenance data ............ 424
Safety connect .......................................408
Scuff lighting ........................................... 374
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ........................78
Automatic Locking Retractor ......... 79
Child restraint system installation ............................................ 130
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt......................................... 421
Emergency Locking Retractor ...... 79
How to wear your seat belt ............. 77
How your child should wear the seat belt........................................... 79
Pre-collision seat belts.................... 245
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 79
Reminder light.....................................505
Seat belt extenders.............................. 80
Seat belt pretensioners ......................78
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