2007 Lexus GS450h mirror

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3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Rear window and outside re ar view mirror defoggers
■Operating conditions
The power switch must be in the “IG-ON” mode.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and burn
you.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
Turn the defoggers off when the hybrid system is off.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press the button.
Press the button to turn on the
rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers. The
defoggers will automatically
turn off after approximately 15
minutes. Pressing the button
again also turns the defoggers
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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
Vanity mirror
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.

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3-7. Other interior features
Compass
The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which
the vehicle is heading.
■ Operation
To turn the compass on or off,
push “AUTO” for longer than 3
seconds.
■ Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
NNorth
NENortheast
EEast
SESoutheast
SSouth
SWSouthwest
WWe s t
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3-7. Other interior features
Wait a few seconds until the compass direction is displayed.
The calibration is complete.
■Circling calibration
If “CAL” appears on the display,
drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8 km/
h) or less in a circle until a direction
is displayed.
If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the
block until the direction is dis-
played.
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■Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
●The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
●The vehicle is in a place where the earth's magnetic field is subject to interfer-
ence by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under a
steel tower, between buildings, roof car pa rk/parking lot, near an intersection,
near a large vehicle, etc.).
●The vehicle has become magnetized. 
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
●The 12 volt battery has been disconnected.
●A door is open.

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Interior features
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the display.
Be sure to adjust the display on ly when the vehicle is stopped.
■When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the neigh-
borhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.
NOTICE
■To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror. 
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
■To ensure normal operation of the compass
●Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth's
magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
●During calibration, do not operate electr ic systems (moon roof, power windows,
etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

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■Speech recognition information
The Lexus Link speech recognition systems use speech technology that is designed
to understand a wide range of speakers of American English. However, the technol-
ogy may not work as well if a regional or ethnic accent is encountered. If the speech
recognition system does not work properly, refer to the following.
●The system does not recognize your command properly if noise is present. Per-
form the following to improve voice command recognition.
• Turn down or off the air conditioning system.
• Slow down to reduce wind noise.
• Close the windows and the moon roof to block outside noise.
• Have all occupants be quiet so that the system does not recognize their con- versation as a command.
●When to speak 
Say a command within 5 seconds after the system prompts you to speak.
●How to speak
• Speak forcefully and clearly.
• Speak calmly and naturally.
• The driver should speak while facing forward, and the passenger should
speak facing the inside rear view mirror.
• Avoid speaking with a rising intonati on. Use a flat or falling intonation.
●Tips for one-word commands
• The system recognizes only one word at a time for personal calling. (There
are some exceptions, such as “Advanced services” and “My number”.)
• When inputting the security codes or voice-activated keypad number, you
must say them one digit at a time. When inputting a phone number, the
speech recognition system can recognize 7, 10, and 11-digit numbers as well
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors back before washing the vehicle.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure automatic car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win-
dows. Before entering an automatic car wash, check that the fuel filler door is
closed.
■Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes
or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners. Use the same
mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● If water no longer beads on clea n paint, apply wax when the vehi-
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Alphabetical index
Installing CRS with lower 
anchorages .......................................... 89
Installing CRS with seatbelts .......... 85
Installing CRS with top straps ........ 90
Child safety Airbag precautions .............................. 72
Child restraint system ........................ 82
Child-protectors....................................26
How your child should wear 
the seatbelt ............................................43
Installing child restraints .................... 85
Moon roof ................................................ 54
Power window lock switch ............. 50
Power window precautions.............. 51
Removed electronic key battery 
precautions ....................................... 402
Seat belt comfort guide....................... 41
Seat belt precautions...........................44
Seat heater precautions .........319, 321
Trunk............................................................32
Cigarette lighter ..................................... 317
Cleaning Exterior ................................................... 352
Interior..................................................... 354
Seat belts ............................................... 355
Clock........................................................... 314
Coin holder ............................................ 309
Compass ................................................. 334
Condenser............................................... 377
Console box........................................... 307
Cooling system Engine overheating ..........................480 Cruise control
Cruise control........................................129
Dynamic radar cruise control........132
Cup holders ............................................. 310
Curtain shield airbags............................ 66
Customizable features ........................ 510
Daytime running light system ........... 123
Defogger Rear window ......................................... 199
Side mirror.............................................. 199
Dimension................................................486
Dinghy towing ......................................... 182
Display Energy flow ................................................. 6
Multi-information display .................. 119
Touch screen ........................................ 184
Trip information ................................... 120
Warning message ............................. 444
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............363
Door courtesy lights ............................304
Door pocket............................................... 311
Doors Door lock .................................................. 25
Rear door child protector ................ 26
Driver's seat belt reminder light .....440
Driving Correct posture..................................... 64
Procedures ..............................................96
DVD player/changer.......................... 232
Electronic key Replacing battery................................ 401
When the electronic key battery 
is discharged..................................... 474
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