2008 Lexus GS450h power steering

Topic 1
Entering and Exiting
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Theft Deterrent System
■Immobilizer system
The immobilizer system prevents the hybrid sys-
tem from being started in the event that an
attempt is made to start the vehicle using an
unregistered key.
The security indicator light flashes to indicate that
the system is set.
■ Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes light when an attempt to steal the vehicle is
detected.
To set the alarm: close the doors, trunk and hood, and lock all doors. The indicator light
comes on to indicate that the alarm is in it s preparation state. When the indicator light
begins to flash, the system is armed.
To deactivate or stop the alarm: turn the “POWER” switch to the ACCESSORY or ON
mode, or unlock the doors or trunk.
■ Steering lock
The steering lock is engaged when the driver’s
door is opened with the “POWER” switch OFF.
The theft deterrent system includes the followi ng features to help protect your vehicle from
theft.

Topic 2
Before Driving
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Entering and Exiting
Before Driving
When Driving
Rain and
Night Driving
Driving Comfort
Opening and Closing
What to do if ...
Customizing Your Lexus
Inside Rear View Mirror
To turn auto mode on/off, press the auto button.
The indicator comes on when auto mode is
turned on.
Steering Wheel
Up
Down
Away from the driver
Toward the driver
Odometer/Trip Meter and Trip Meter Reset
Buttons
Changes the display.
Resets the trip meter driving range to “0”.
The mirror uses a sensor to detect light from vehicles behind and automatically reduces glare.
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The steering wheel retracts automatically when the “POWER” switch is turned OFF to
allow for easy exit and entry. The steering wheel returns automatically to its previously set
position when the “POWER” switch is switched to ACCESSORY or ON mode.
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What to do if ...
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List of Warning/Indicator Lights
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Brake system warning light
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Charging system warning light
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Malfunction
indicator lampSRS warning light
ECB*1/VSC warning light
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)ABS warning light
Electric power steering
warning light
Pre-collision system
warning light*2
For further information, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

What to do if ...
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If the hybrid system does not start
Make sure that the correct operating procedures have been followed.Make sure that the brake pedal is firmly
depressed when attempting to start the hybrid
system. (P. 2 1 )
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Make sure that the steering lock is released.
To release the steering lock, gently turn the wheel
left or right while pres sing the “POWER” switch.
(  P.1 1 )
Brake pedal
Steering lock
If the hybrid system still does not start, see the Owner’s Manual for more information or
contact your Lexus dealer.