2007 Lexus GS450h seats

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3-3. Using the audio system
■Turning the surround ON or OFF (with DVD player only)
Touch or .
Setting the screen ratio mode (with DVD player only)
Touch on the screen. Touch one of the , or to
match screen ratio printed on the
DVD.
DisplayListening position
Position best suited to the rear seats
Position best suited to all seats
STEP1
STEP2
Screen ratio modeDetails
NORMALSuitable for 4:3 screen ratio
WIDE1Expand the Normal screen 
horizontally to fill the display.
WIDE2Suitable for 16:9 screen ratio

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used when
The power switch is in “IG-ON” mode.
■When not in use
Set the dial to “0”. The indicator light turns off.
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,
cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater. 
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
Heats the seats
The indicator light comes on. 
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.

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3-7. Other interior features
3
Interior features
Seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)
■The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when
The power switch is in “IG-ON” mode.
■When not in use
Set the dial to “0”. The indicator light turns off.
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,
cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater. 
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good airflow
by blowing air from the seats.
Heats the seats
The indicator light (red) comes
on. 
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator light (green)
comes on. 
The higher the number, the
stronger the airflow becomes.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle inte-
rior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
●Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
●Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces.
●Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended pe riods of time. Park
the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the upholstery, as
they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. 
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and may also
cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
Transmission “Park” 
mechanism• Can the vehicle be hold securely on an incline with the shift lever in “P”?
Brake pedal
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Brakes
• Pulls to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Function properly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? ( P. 4 1 9 )
Pa r k i n g b r a ke
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on an
incline?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excess ive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat build up 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
Emergency, in case ofIf a warning light turns on ..............438
If a warning message is 
displayed ............................................ 444
If the hybrid system will not 
start.......................................................... 471
If the shift lever cannot be  shifted from P ....................................472
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged ....................................... 476
If you have a flat tire .............. 460, 461
If you lose your keys......................... 473
If you think something is 
wrong ................................................... 435
If your vehicle becomes stuck.....483
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................................... 428
If your vehicle overheats ............... 480
When the electronic key battery 
is discharged .................................... 474
Energy monitor............................................ 6
Engine Compartment .....................................369
Hood........................................................366
How to start the hybrid system ... 103
If the hybrid system will not 
start.......................................................... 471
Overheating........................................ 480
Power switch ........................................ 103
Engine compartment cover .............370
Engine coolant temperature 
gauge......................................................... 112
Engine/inverter coolant Capacity .................................................490
Checking ............................................... 376
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 176 Engine oil
Capacity ................................................ 489
Checking................................................. 371
Preparing and checking 
before winter...................................... 176
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 374
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .........164
Event data recorder ............................ 436
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 327
Floor mats ................................................ 326
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 378
Washer................................................... 382
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 125
Wattage ................................................. 494
Foot light .................................................. 304
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ............................. 77
Front passenger's seat belt 
reminder light ..................................... 440
Front seats Adjustment ...............................................33
Driving position memory ..................35
Front turn signal lights Wattage ................................................. 494
Fuel Capacity ................................................ 488
Fuel gauge ................................................ 112
Gas station information ................. 528
Information ........................................... 495
Refueling ................................................... 55
Messages .............................................. 456
Fuel filler door ........................................... 55
Fuses .......................................................... 403
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Alphabetical index
Cleaning and maintaining 
the seat belts..................................... 355
Emergency Locking Retractor  (ELR) ........................................................ 42
How to wear your seat belt............. 40
How your child should wear 
the seat belt...........................................43
Pre-collision seat belts........................ 42
Pregnant women, 
proper seat belt use.......................... 42
Reminder light..................................... 440
Seat belt extenders ...............................43
Seat belt pretensioners........................ 41
Seat heaters.................................... 319, 321
Seat ventilators........................................ 321
Seating capacity ..................................... 175
Seats Child seats/child restraint 
system installation ............................. 85
Cleaning ................................................ 354
Driving position memory ................. 35
Head restraint ........................................ 38
Properly sitting in the seat.................64
Seat adjustment ......................................33
Seat adjustment precautions ...........33
Seat heaters..................................319, 321
Ventilated seats .................................... 321
Service reminder indicators ...............117
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P .................................... 472
Transmission ..........................................106
Shift lock system .................................... 472
Shopping bag hooks ............................327
Side airbags ................................................66
Side marker lights Switch ........................................................ 122 Side mirror
Adjusting and folding..........................48
Driving position memory ..................35
Smart access system with 
push-button start Antenna location .....................................15
Entry function ............................................13
Starting the hybrid system .............. 103
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................493
Spare tire ................................................ 462
Spark plug................................................490
Specifications .........................................486
Speedometer ............................................ 112
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................... 46
Audio switches....................................259
Driving position memory ..................35
Storage compartment ........................309
Storage feature......................................306
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 483
Sun visors .................................................. 312
Switch Fog light switch .................................... 125
Light switches ........................................ 122
Mode select switch ............................ 107
Power door lock switch .................... 25
Power switch......................................... 103
Power window switch ....................... 50
Window lock switch........................... 50
Wipers and washer switch .............126