2007 Lexus GS450h immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid system .................................. 2Hybrid system ...................................... 2
1-2. Key information ............................. 11 Keys ......................................................... 11
1-3. Opening, closing and locking 
the doors and trunk ................... 13
Smart access system with  push-button start ........................... 13
Wireless remote control .............. 22
Doors.................................................... 25
Trunk..................................................... 29
1-4. Adjustable components ............ 33 Front seats .......................................... 33
Driving position memory 
system ............................................... 35
Head restraints................................ 38
Seat belts ............................................ 40
Steering wheel.................................. 46
Inside rear view mirror .................. 47
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 48
1-5. Opening and closing the 
windows and moon roof .......... 50
Power windows............................... 50
Moon roof .......................................... 52 1-6. Refueling ........................................ 55
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 55
1-7. Theft deterrent system............... 59 Hybrid vehicle immobilizer 
system ............................................... 59
Alarm..................................................... 61
Theft prevention labels 
(U.S.A.) ............................................. 63
1-8. Safety information ....................... 64 Correct driving posture ............... 64
SRS airbags ....................................... 66
Front passenger occupant 
classification system .................... 77
Child restraint sy stems ................. 82
Installing child restraints .............. 85
2-1. Driving procedures..................... 96 Driving the vehicle .......................... 96
Starting the hybrid system ......... 103
Transmission ................................... 106
Turn signal lever.............................. 110
Parking brake .................................... 111
2-2. Instrument cluster ...................... 112 Gauges and meters ....................... 112
Indicators and warning lights ..... 116
Multi-information display............. 119
1Before driving
2When driving

Before driving1
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1-1. Hybrid system ............................... 2Hybrid system ................................... 2
1-2. Key information ........................... 11 Keys....................................................... 11
1-3. Opening, closing and locking 
the doors and trunk................. 13
Smart access system with 
push-button start ........................ 13
Wireless remote control............ 22
Doors................................................. 25
Trunk .................................................. 29
1-4. Adjustable components ......... 33 Front seats ....................................... 33
Driving position memory 
system ............................................ 35
Head restraints .............................. 38
Seat belts ......................................... 40
Steering wheel............................... 46
Inside rear view mirror ............... 47
Outside rear view mirrors ........ 48 1-5. Opening and closing the
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windows and moon roof ....... 50
Power windows ............................. 50
Moon roof ....................................... 52
1-6. Refueling ..................................... 55 Opening the fuel tank cap ....... 55
1-7. Theft deterrent system............ 59 Hybrid vehicle immobilizer 
system ............................................ 59
Alarm .................................................. 61
Theft prevention labels 
(U.S.A.) .......................................... 63
1-8. Safety information .................... 64 Correct driving posture ............ 64
SRS airbags .................................... 66
Front passenger occupant 
classification system.................. 77
Child restraint systems .............. 82
Installing child restraints ............ 85

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Before driving
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of hybrid vehicle immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object.
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle.
■Certifications for the hybrid vehicle immobilizer system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For vehicles sold in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must a ccept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The vehicle's keys have built-in tran sponder chips that prevent the hybrid
system from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the
vehicle's on-board computer. 
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the power switch has been
turned “OFF” to indicate that
the system is operating.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1

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1-7. Theft deterrent system
CAUTION
■Certifications for the hybrid vehicle immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■For proper system operation
Do not modify, remove or disable the hybrid vehicle immobilizer system. If any
unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the sys-
tem cannot be guaranteed.

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2-1. Driving procedures
■If the hybrid system does not start
The hybrid vehicle immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 5 9 )
■When the power switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■If the “READY” light does not come on
If the “READY” light does not come on when you press the power switch with the
shift lever in “P” and the brake pedal pressed, contact your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
■Auto power OFF function
If the vehicle is left in the “ACC” mode for more than an hour with the shift lever in
“P”, the power switch will automatically turn “OFF”.
■When the ambient temperature is low
Such as during winter driving conditions, it may take time until the “READY” light
comes on.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
 P. 4
■When the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P. 4 5 0
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 1 7
■When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 4 0 1
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 1 5
■Leak detection pump
Several hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear a sound coming
from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes. This is normal
operation and does not indicate a malfunction.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
If the hybrid system will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (
P. 103), consider each of the following points.
■The hybrid system will not start ev en if you are carrying the cor-
rect electronic key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The electronic key battery may be discharged. ( P. 17)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● There may be a malfunction in the hybrid vehicle immobilizer sys-
tem. 
( P. 5 9 )
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 4 76 )
● The 12 volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the 12 volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 4 76 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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Alphabetical index
Garage door opener.......................... 329
Gas station information ..................... 528
Gauges.........................................................112
Glove box ............................................... 307
Hands-free system ................................ 261
Head restraints......................................... 38
Headlight aim .......................................... 419
Headlight cleaner .................................. 128
HeadlightsAFS (Adaptive Front lighting 
System) ................................................. 123
Discharge headlights 
precautions ....................................... 426
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 421
Switch ........................................................ 122
Wattage ................................................. 494
Heaters Seat heaters..................................319, 321
Side mirror ..............................................199
Hill-start assist control ......................... 164
Hood ......................................................... 366
Hooks Cargo.......................................................327
Shopping bag.......................................327
Hybrid system .................................................. 2
Emergency shut o ff system .................6
Energy monitor/consumption 
screen .........................................................6
High voltage components ...................5
Power meter ............................................ 112
Power switch .........................................103
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer 
system ....................................................... 59 Illuminated entry system ....................303
I/M test...................................................... 362
Indicator lights........................................... 116
Initialization
Items to initialize .................................. 514
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 47
Instrument panel light control ............ 113
Interior lights Interior lights ........................................ 304
Wattage ..................................................494
Intuitive parking assist ............................ 141
Jack Positioning the jack ...........................367
Replacing the wheel .......................... 461
Jack handle............................................... 461
Keys If you lose your keys ......................... 473
Key number plate .................................... 11
Keys ................................................................ 11
Power switch......................................... 103
Mechanical key ......................................... 11
When the electronic key battery 
is discharged..................................... 474
Wireless remote control ................... 22
Lexus Link System ............................... 338
Light bulbs Replacing .................................................421
Wattage ..................................................494
Light sensitive optitron meter............. 114
Lights Fog light switch .................................... 125
Headlights switch................................. 122
Interior lights list ................................. 303G
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Alphabetical index
Tail lightsSwitch ........................................................ 122
Theft deterrent system Alarm ............................................................ 61
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer 
system ..................................................... 59
Theft prevention labels .......................... 63
Tire inflation pressure .........................493
Tire information Glossary.................................................503
Size .......................................................... 500
Tire identification number ............. 499
Uniform tire quality grading .......... 501
Tires Chains ....................................................... 177
Checking ...............................................383
Compact spare tire .......................... 462
If you have a flat tire ............... 460, 461
Inflation pressure................................ 493
Information............................................498
Pressure warning system ..............383
Replacing .................................................461
Rotating tires ........................................383
Size ........................................................... 493
Snow tires ................................................ 179
Tools ............................................................ 461
Total load capacity ................................ 175
Touch screen ........................................... 184
Towing Dinghy towing .......................................182
Emergency towing ........................... 429
Trailer towing.......................................... 181
TRAC (Traction control) .................... 164
Transmission If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ....................................472
Mode select switch.............................107 S mode .....................................................108
Transmission..........................................106
Trip meter ................................................... 113
Trunk Opener ...................................................... 29
Trunk light .................................................. 31
Wattage ................................................. 494
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 421
Switch ..........................................................110
Wattage ................................................. 494
Vanity lights Vanity lights............................................ 313
Wattage ................................................. 494
Vanity mirrors ............................................. 313
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics 
Integrated Management) ................165
Vehicle identification number......... 487
Vehicle load limits .................................. 175
Ventilators .................................................321
VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio 
Steering) .................................................164
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ......164
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 438
Downshifting..........................................108
Open door .......................................... 440
Seat belt reminder ............................ 440
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 439
Brake system ....................................... 438
Charging system ............................... 438T
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