2008 Lexus GS450h charging

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS_HV_U
December 12, 2007 3:50 pm
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
Malfunction in the charging system.
Malfunction in the power steering system.
Malfunction in the brake system.
Malfunction in the ABS.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
GS_HV_U
December 12, 2007 3:50 pm
Electrical system
Differential
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at fac-
tory fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an
equivalent of matching quality to sati sfy the above specification. Please con-
tact your Lexus dealer for further details.
12 volt battery
Open voltage at
68 F (20 C):12.6  12.8V Fully charged 
12.2  12.4V Half charged
11.8  12.0V Discharged 
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
hybrid system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

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Alphabetical index
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December 12, 2007 3:50 pm
TransmissionIf the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from “P” ............................... 529
Mode select switch ............................ 143
“S” mode .................................................. 144
Transmission .......................................... 142
Trip meter..................................................148
Trunk Opener...................................................... 55
Trunk light ................................................ 56
Wattage ................................................. 552
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........................474
Switch ........................................................ 146
Wattage ................................................. 552
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................................... 363
Wattage ................................................. 552
Vanity mirrors........................................ 363
Variable gear ratio steering .............. 201
Vehicle dynamics 
integrated managem ent .................. 201
Vehicle identification number ........ 545
Vehicle load limits.................................. 214
Vehicle stability control ..................... 200
Ventilators............................................... 369
Warning buzzers Brake system ......................................... 491
Downshifting.......................................... 145
Open door .......................................... 493
Seat belt reminder ............................ 493 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ................... 492
Brake system......................................... 491
Charging system................................. 491
Electric power steering warning light .....................................492
Electronically 
controlled brake system/ 
Vehicle stability control ...............492
Low fuel level .......................................493
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........492
Master warning light.........................494
Open door ............................................493
Pre-collision system..........................492
Seat belt reminder light...................493
SRS airbags...........................................492
Tire pressure warning light ...........493
Warning messages Anti-lock brake system .................. 504
Brake assist .......................................... 504
Dynamic radar cruise control................................... 502
Engine oil level ................................... 507
Engine oil maintenance ................. 507
Engine oil pressure .......................... 500
Headlight................................................. 501
Hill-start assist control .................... 504
Hood ....................................................... 505
Hybrid system........................ 500, 509
Intuitive parking 
assist .............................. 502, 508, 512
Moon roof ............................................ 506
Open door ........................................... 505
Parking brake ..................................... 506
Pre-collision system............ 502, 508
Refueling.................................................... 511
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What to do if...
GS_HV_U
December 12, 2007 3:50 pm
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 4 9 1If the warning light turns on
■Warning lights
or orv
P. 4 9 1P. 4 9 2
P. 4 9 3
or
P. 4 9 2P. 4 9 3
P. 4 9 2P. 4 9 3
P. 4 9 3P. 4 9 2
P. 4 9 2P. 4 9 2
P. 4 9 3P. 4 9 4
*: Electronically Controlled Brake 
System
P. 4 9 1
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
ABS warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder 
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
ECB*/VSC warning lightTire pressure warning light
Low fuel level warning lightElectric power steering
warning light
SRS warning lightPre-collision system warn-
ing light
Open door warning lightMaster warning light
Charging system warning
light
The warning message is dis-
playedP. 5 0 0If the warning message is displayed