lock Lexus IS300h 2013 User Guide

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1For safety and security
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1-1. For safe use
Before driving ..................... 34
For safety drive ................... 36
Seat belts ............................. 38
SRS airbags......................... 43
Airbag manual on-off
system ............................... 54
Pop Up Hood ...................... 56
Safety information for
children ............................. 59
Child restraint systems........ 60
Installing child restraints .... 69
Exhaust gas precautions...... 78
1-2. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ....... 79
Hybrid system precautions . 83
1-3. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 90
Double locking system ....... 95
Alarm .................................. 96

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Adjust the angle of the seatback
so that you are sitting straight up
and so that you do not have to
lean forward to steer. (P. 1 6 4 )
Adjust the seat so that you can
depress the pedals fully and so
that your arms bend slightly at
the elbow when gripping the
steering wheel. (P. 164)
Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint
closest to the top of your ears. (P. 173)
Wear the seat belt correctly. (P. 38)
Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving
the vehicle. (P. 3 8 )
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child
becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 6 1 )
For safety drive
For safe driving, adjust the seat and mirror to an appropriate position
before driving.
Correct driving posture
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Correct use of the seat belts
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Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside and
outside rear view mirrors properly. (P. 178, 180)
Adjusting the mirrors
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.
Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.
A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the
effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint.
Do not place anything under the front seats.
Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks
and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an accident and the
adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.
When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before you start to feel
tired.
Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force yourself to con-
tinue driving and take a break immediately.

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After the rear center seat belt has been used
Emergency locking retractor (ELR)
The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also
lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to
extend so that you can move around fully.
Child seat belt usage
The seat belts of your vehicle were principally designed for persons of adult size.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child becomes
large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 6 1 )
When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt,
follow the instructions regarding seat belt usage. (P. 38)
Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has been activated
If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will activate for
the first collision, but will not activate for the second or subsequent collisions.
Seat belt regulations
If seat belt regulations exist in the country where you reside, please contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional for seat belt replacement or installation. Stow the buckle as shown.

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CAUTION
People suffering illness
Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P. 38)
When children are in the vehicle
Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes twisted
around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries that could
result in death.
If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to
cut the belt.
Seat belt pretensioners
If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In that
case, the seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Adjustable shoulder anchor
Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your
shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your
shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident
and cause death or serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve
or accident. (P. 3 9 )
Seat belt damage and wear
Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be
jammed in the door.
Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose
parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belts
cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury.
Ensure that the belt and plate are locked and the belt is not twisted.
If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been
involved in a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.
Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the seat
belts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. Inappropriate
handling may lead to incorrect operation.

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The Pop Up Hood will operate when the vehicle detects an impact such as
the following:
The front bumper detects a frontal impact equivalent to or greater than
that of a pedestrian while the vehicle being driven within the opera-
tional speed range of approximately 25 to 55 km/h (16 to 34 mph).
(The system is operated by an impact of threshold level or greater, even
in the case of a minor collision that may not leave a trace on the front
bumper. Also, depending on the impact conditions or vehicle speed,
the system may be operated by a collision with a light or small object
or a small animal.)
In other situations the system may operate when an impact is applied to
the lower part of the vehicle or front bumper, such as the following:
• Colliding with a curb
• Falling into a deep hole
• Landing hard
• Hitting the slope of a parking lot, an undulating road, a protruding
object or falling object
Pop Up Hood operational conditions
CAUTION
When the Pop Up Hood is operated
Do not pull the hood lock release lever. Doing so after the Pop Up Hood has
operated will further raise the hood and may cause an injury.
Do not drive with the hood raised, as doing so may block the driver’s vision,
possibly causing an accident.
Do not forcibly push down the hood. As the popped up hood cannot be low-
ered by hand, doing so may deform the hood or cause an injury.
If the Pop Up Hood has operated, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. If the Pop Up Hood has operated, stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Do not touch the lifters immediately after the Pop Up Hood has operated, as
the lifters may be hot and burn you.

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It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats to avoid accidental
contact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.
Use the rear door child-protector lock or the window lock switch to
avoid children opening the door while driving or operating the power
window accidentally.
Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or pinch
body parts, such as the power window, hood, trunk, seats etc.
Safety information for children
Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehicle.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child
becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.
CAUTION
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There
is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the win-
dows, the moon roof or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up
or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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(1) For the child restraint system which do not carry the ISO/XX size
class identification (A to G), for the applicable mass group, the car
manufacturer shall indicate the vehicle specific ISOFIX child
restraint system(s) recommended for each position.
Key of letters inserted in the above table:
IUF: Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of uni-
versal category approved for use in this mass group.
IL1: Suitable for “LEXUS MINI” (0 to 13 kg [0 to 28 lb.]) approved for
the use in this mass group.
IL2: Suitable for “LEXUS MIDI” (0 to 18 kg [0 to 39 lb.]) approved for
the use in this mass group.
When using a “LEXUS MINI” or “LEXUS MIDI”, adjust the support leg
and the ISOFIX connectors as follows:
Lock the support leg where 4th
hole can be seen. (“LEXUS
MIDI” rear-facing, “LEXUS
MINI”)
Lock the support leg where 6th
hole can be seen. (“LEXUS
MIDI” forward-facing only)
Lock the ISOFIX connectors
where numbers 4 and 5 can be
seen.
IL3: Refer to the “HTS iZi Kid X3” user manual for fitment method.
X: ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in
this mass group and/or this size class.
*: Remove the head restraint if it interferes with your child restraint system. Do
not sit on rear center seat when child restraint system is installed to rear left
seat.
The child restraint system mentioned in the table may not be available
outside of the EU area.
Other child restraint systems which are different from the systems men-
tioned in the table can be used, but the suitability of the systems must be
carefully checked with the child restraint system manufacturer and
retailer.
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Seat belts (An ELR belt requires a
locking clip)
ISOFIX rigid anchors
Lower anchors are provided for the
outboard rear seats, behind the
anchor covers.
Anchor brackets (for top strap)
An anchor bracket is provided for
the outboard rear seats.
Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions. Firmly
secure child restraints to the seats using a seat belt or ISOFIX rigid
anchors. Attach the top strap when installing a child restraint.

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Rear-facing  Baby seat/child seat
Place the child restraint system
on the rear seat facing the rear
of the vehicle.
Run the seat belt through the
child restraint system and
insert the plate into the buckle.
Make sure that the belt is not
twisted.
If your child restraint system is
not equipped with a lock-off (a
seat belt locking feature), secure
the child restraint system using a
locking clip.
After installing the child restraint system, rock it back and forth to
ensure that it is installed securely.
Installing child restraints using a seat belt
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