2007 Lexus GS450h brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with standard tires)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to “P”.
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Wheel nut wrench Jack
Jack handle
Spare tireTi g h t e n
Loosen
Tools
Towing eyelet

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately. 
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to the “ACC” mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Starting the hybrid systemPut the shift lever in “P” and apply the brakes. Hold the electronic key close to
the power switch (within 0.4 in. [10
mm]). Make sure that the button
side of the key is facing away from
the power switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
key with the depleted battery if any
of the doors will be opened and
closed while this operation.
Press the power switch within 5 seconds after the buzzer sounds,
keeping the brake pedal depressed.
If the hybrid system still cannot be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
STEP1
STEP2
■Replacing the key battery
As this procedure is the temporary measure, it is recommended that the electronic
key battery be replaced immediately. ( P. 4 0 1 )
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and racing the hybrid system.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever in “P”.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some ot her material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the hybrid system.
Turn off TRAC. (  P. 166)
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 200 N (20.4 kgf, 45 lbf) while the hybrid system is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 lbf).
Steering
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *12.9 in. (73 mm) Min.
Pedal free playLess than 0.08 in. (2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  9 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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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
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Tire related termMeaning
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (dis-
tributed in accordance with Table 1
* below), and
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ........ 192
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........ 164
Active stabilizer suspension 
system...................................................... 164
Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter .......................399
Automatic air conditioning 
system .................................................... 192
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 69
Airbag precautions for your 
child...........................................................72
Airbag warning light ........................ 439
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................................... 75
General airbag precautions ............72
Locations of airbags............................ 66
Modification and disposal of 
airbags .................................................... 76
Side airbag precautions .....................72
Side and curtain shield airbags 
operating conditions ....................... 69
SRS airbags ............................................. 66
Alarm ............................................................. 61
Antenna ....................................................209
Armrest .....................................................323
Ashtrays ..................................................... 316
Audio system Antenna ..................................................209
Cassette player..................................... 212
CD player/changer ........................... 216
DVD information ................................. 251
DVD player/changer...................... 232
DVD video/audio ............................. 235
MP3/WMA disc ............................... 224
Optimal use.......................................... 255
Radio ........................................................ 203 Steering switches .............................. 259
Video CD .............................................. 247
Automatic headlight leveling 
system ...................................................... 124
Automatic light control system......... 122
AVS (Adaptive Variable 
Suspension System) ...........................163
BA (Brake Assist)...................................164
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 494
Battery 12 volt battery .......................................379
Checking................................................379
Hybrid battery (Tra ction battery) .... 5
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged .........................................476
Preparing and checking 
before winter...................................... 176
Bluetooth
®.............................................. 263
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 378
Parking brake............................................111
Care Exterior ................................................... 352
Interior..................................................... 354
Seat belts ............................................... 355
Cargo capacity........................................ 172
Cargo hooks .......................................... 327
CD player/changer............................. 232
Chains ......................................................... 177
Child-protectors...................................... 26
Child restraint system (CRS)
Definition ...................................................82
Installation ................................................ 85
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