transmission Lexus HS250h 2012 User Guide

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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission.
Contact your Lexus dealer before towing.
● The hybrid system is operating but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or
chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet(s). This should only
be attempted on hard surfaced
roads for short distances at under
18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to
steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles,
steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or a
flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.

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NOTICE
■To prevent damage the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could
be damaged while being towed.
■To prevent body damage when towing using a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when emergency towing
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause
serious damage to the transmission.

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Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
High engine coolant temperatur e warning light (flashes or
comes on)
Indicates that the engine is overheating →P. 552
• Flashes: Engine is overheating. Drive carefully.
• Comes on: Engine is overheated. Stop the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The hybrid transmission control system
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
“ABS” warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than nec-
essary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehi-
cle may require towing to be freed.

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Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated
and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

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Alphabetical index
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Seat heaters............................................ 389
Seat position memory ............................ 72
Seat ventilator........................................ 389
Seating capacity ....................................257
SeatsAdjustment .....................................68, 72
Adjustment precautions .................................... 71, 74
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................130
Cleaning ................................................ 420
Driver’s seat position memory .................................................. 72
Head restraint .........................................75
Properly sitting in the seat............... 107
Seat heaters..........................................389
Seat position memory ......................... 72
Ventilated seats ..................................389
Service reminder indicators ............. 173
Shift lever Transmission ..........................................160
Side airbags ..............................................109
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .........................481
Switch ..........................................................191
Wattage .................................................568
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 87
Mirror position memory .................... 72
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 491
Wattage .................................................568
Smart access system with push-button start
Antenna location ...................................49 Entry functions........................................ 47
Starting the engine ............................. 152
Starting the hybrid system .............. 152
Smart entry & start system
Antenna location ................................... 49
Entry function .......................................... 47
Starting the engine ............................. 152
SOS button ............................................ 408
Spare tire Inflation pressure................................567
Storage location .................................532
Spark plug................................................565
Specifications .........................................560
Speedometer .......................................... 169
Steering wheel Adjustment ...............................................83
Audio switches.................................... 322
Manual adjustment...............................83
Power adjustment.................................83
Steering wheel position
memory .................................................. 72
Stop light
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 491
Wattage................................................. 568
Storage feature...................................... 377
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ....... 556
Sun visors ................................................ 385
Sunshade Rear...........................................................392
Roof.............................................................. 93
Switch
Driving mode selector switch......................................................162
Engine switch ........................................ 152
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.