battery Lexus IS300h 2013 User Guide

891-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
NOTICE
Hybrid battery air vent
Do not put foreign objects near the air vent. The hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) may overheat and be damaged.
Clean the air vent regularly to prevent the hybrid battery (traction battery)
from overheating.
Do not wet or allow foreign substances to enter the air vent as this may cause
a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).
Do not carry large amounts of water such as water cooler bottles in the vehi-
cle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery may
be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

981-3. Theft deterrent system
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Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
Alarm-operated door lock
In the following situations, the doors are locked automatically to prevent intrud-
ers:
The doors are unlocked manually without the mechanical key and the alarm is
triggered.
While the alarm is operating, the doors are unlocked manually without the
mechanical key.
The doors or trunk are unlocked using the
mechanical key.
A person inside the vehicle opens a door,
the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle
using a inside lock button.
The 12-volt battery is recharged or
replaced when the vehicle is locked. (P.
552)
NOTICE
To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper oper-
ation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

1142. Instrument cluster
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Hybrid System Indicator
Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (during full power
driving etc.)
Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than sport
mode with the tachometer setting other than “Tachometer (Always)”.
By keeping the indicator needle (except F SPORT models) or bar display (F
SPORT models) within the Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
*: When used in this manual, regeneration refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
Except F SPORT modelsF SPORT models
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1212. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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CAUTION
The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display
monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear num-
ber appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift
again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident
resulting in death or injury.
Cautions during setting up the display
As the hybrid system needs to be operating during setting up the display, ensure
that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area
such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may
collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
During setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is operating
while setting up the display features.

1242. Instrument cluster
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Navigation system
screenLexus Display Audio
screenMulti-information dis-
play
When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor)
When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric
motor (traction motor)
When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine
When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow

1252. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)These images are examples only.
Trip information
Navigation system
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, and then select “Car”
on the “Menu” screen.
If the “Energy monitor” or “Past record” screen is displayed, select “Trip
information”.
Resetting the consumption
data
Fuel consumption in the past
15 minutes
Regenerated energy in the past
15 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh.
Up to 5 symbols are shown.
Displays the average vehicle
speed since the hybrid system
was started.
Displays the elapsed time since the hybrid system was started.
Cruising range (P. 128)
Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
Fuel consumption
Navigation system
screenLexus Display Audio
screenMulti-information dis-
play
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1313-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
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To take out the mechanical key,
push the 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 cyl-
inder, 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 func-
tion does not operate properly, you
will need the mechanical key. (P.
548)
Using the mechanical key

1323-1. Key information
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Card key (if equipped)
The card key is not waterproof.
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 but-
ton using a pen tip etc. If it is still difficult to pull it out, use a coin etc.
When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Set the luggage security system (P. 145) on and lock the glove box (P. 414)
as circumstances demand.
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
If you lose your mechanical keys
New genuine mechanical keys can be made by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional using the other
mechanical key and the key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the
plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
To store the mechanical key in the card
key, insert it while pressing the lock
release button.
If the battery cover is not installed and the
battery falls out or if the battery was
removed because the key got wet, reinstall
the battery with the positive terminal fac-
ing the Lexus emblem.

1333-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
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When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying
an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be
pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio
waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
Electronic key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The card key battery life is about a
year and a half.)
If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the hybrid
system is stopped. (P. 527)
As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. (P. 472)
• The smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not oper-
ate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m (3 ft.)
of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers
Replacing the battery
P. 472
Confirmation of the registered key number
The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional for details.
If a wrong key is used
The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate inside mechanism.

1353-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
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NOTICE
When an electronic key is lost
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Visit any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately with all remaining electronic keys and
the card key that were provided with your vehicle.
Handling the card key
Do not apply excess force when inserting the mechanical key into the card
key. Doing so may damage the card key.
If the battery or card key terminals get wet, the battery may corrode.
If the key is dropped into water, or if drinking water etc. is spilled on the key,
immediately remove the battery cover and wipe the battery and terminals. (To
remove the battery cover, lightly grasp and pull it.) If the battery is corroded,
have any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional replace the battery.
Do not crush the battery cover or use a screwdriver to remove the battery
cover. Forcibly removing the battery cover may bend or damage the key.
If the battery cover is frequently removed, the battery cover may become
loose.
When installing the battery, make sure to check the direction of the battery.
Installing the battery in the wrong direction may cause the battery to deplete
rapidly.
The surface of the card key may be damaged, or its coating may peel off in the
following situations:
• The card key is carried together with hard objects, such as coins and keys.
• The card key is scraped with a sharp object, such as the tip of a mechanical
pencil.
• The surface of the card key is wiped with thinner or benzene.