2007 Lexus GS450h seats

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3-3. Using the audio system
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Interior features
■Turning the surround ON or OFF (with DVD player only)
To u c h or .
Setting the screen ratio mode (with DVD player only)
To u c h on the screen.
Touch one of the ,
or to
match screen ratio printed on the
DV
D.
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
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 drug s 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
w
armer the seats become.

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3-7. Other 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 drug s 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
w
armer the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator light (green)
comes on. 
The higher the number, the
str
onger 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 1 )
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 prop- erly?

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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 iv
e loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat build up and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, 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)
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
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 inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
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 .............. 430
If a warning message is 
displayed ............................................ 436
If the hybrid system will not 
start........................................................ 466
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ................................... 467
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged ......................................... 471
If you have a flat tire ............ 455, 456
If you lose your keys......................... 468
If you think something is 
wrong ....................................................427
If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 478
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................................... 420
If your vehicle overheats ................ 475
When the electronic key battery 
is discharged .................................... 469
Energy monitor............................................ 6
Engine Compartment ....................................... 361
Hood........................................................ 358
How to start the hybrid system
.....101
If the hybrid system will not 
start........................................................ 466
Overheating......................................... 475
Power switch .......................................... 101
Engine compartment cover ............. 362
Engine coolant temperature 
gauge.........................................................110
Engine/inverter coolant Capacity ................................................. 484
Checking ............................................... 368
Preparing and checking 
before winter ...................................... 174 Engine oil
Capacity ................................................ 483
Checking............................................... 363
Preparing and checking  before winter...................................... 174
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 366
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ......... 162
Event data recorder ............................ 428
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 332
Floor mats .................................................. 331
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 370
Washer.................................................... 374
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 123
Wattage ................................................. 488
Foot light .................................................. 308
Front passenger's seat
belt 
reminder light ..................................... 433
Front seats Adjustment ............................................... 34
Driving position memory .................. 36
Front turn signal lights Wattage ................................................. 488
Fuel Capacity ................................................ 482
Fuel gauge ................................................ 110
Gas station information ................. 520
Information ........................................... 489
Refueling ................................................... 58
Messages .............................................. 450
Fuel filler door ........................................... 58
Fuses .......................................................... 395
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Alphabetical index
Emergency Locking Retractor 
(ELR) ........................................................44
How to wear your seat belt.............. 42
How your child should wear 
the seat belt.......................................... 45
Pre-collision seat belts........................ 44
Pregnant women, 
proper seat belt use..........................44
Reminder light..................................... 433
Seat belt extenders .............................. 45
Seat belt pretensioners....................... 43
Seat heaters................................. 324, 326
Seat ventilators....................................... 326
Seating capacity ..................................... 173
Seats Child seats/child restraint 
system installation ............................. 83
Cleaning ................................................ 346
Driving position memory ................. 36
Head restraint ........................................ 39
Properly sitting in the seat................. 67
Seat adjustment ...................................... 34
Seat adjustment precautions ........... 34
Seat heaters.............................. 324, 326
Ventilated seats .................................. 326
Service reminder indicators .............. 115
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ................................... 467
Transmission .......................................... 104
Shift lock system .................................... 467
Shopping bag hooks ........................... 332
Side airbags ................................................ 69
Side marker lights Switch ........................................................ 120
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ......................... 50Driving position memory ..................
36
Smart access system with 
push-button start Antenna location ..................................... 16
Entry function ............................................ 14
Starting the hybrid system ................ 101
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................ 487
Spare tire ................................................ 457
Spark plug................................................ 484
Specifications ........................................ 480
Speedometer ............................................ 110
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................... 48
Audio switches................................... 260
Driving position memory .................. 36
Storage compartment ......................... 314
Storage feature......................................... 311
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 478
Sun visors ................................................... 317
Switch Fog light switch ..................................... 123
Light switches ....................................... 120
Mode select switch ............................ 105
Power door lock switch .................... 26
Power switch........................................... 101
Power window switch ........................ 52
Window lock switch............................ 52
Wipers and washer switch ............. 124
Tail lights Switch........................................................ 120
Theft deterrent system Alarm........................................................... 64
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