2010 Lexus GS450h trunk lock

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
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CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the trunk
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk.
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item may
get under the brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the pedals from being
depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the driver or passengers,
causing an accident.
•Driver’s feet
• Front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• Package tray
•Instrument panel
•Dashboard
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure some-
one during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
■Weight of the load
●Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control result-
ing in an accident which may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less than the total
load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause dete-
rioration of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.

Interior features3
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3-3. Using the audio system
Audio system type.................. 270
Using the radio........................ 273
Using the CD/DVD 
player ..................................... 282
Playing an audio CD ............ 285
Playing MP3 and 
WMA discs........................... 289
Playing DVD video/audio 
(with DVD player) ............... 293
Playing a video CD 
(with DVD player) ............... 307
CD/DVD player and DVD 
video disc information ........ 310
Listening to Bluetooth
® 
audio......................................... 321
Listening to a USB memory/
iPod
®...................................... 329
Optimal use of the audio/
video system ......................... 339
Using the AUX port ............... 341
Using the steering 
switches .................................. 3423-4. Using the hands-free system 
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free system 
(for cellular phone) ............. 345
Using a Bluetooth
® 
phone ....................................... 351
Setting the hands-free system 
(for cellular phone) ............. 366
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................... 395
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features......... 398
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors ................................. 406
Vanity mirrors ......................... 407
Clock ......................................... 408
Outside temperature 
display..................................... 409
Ashtrays..................................... 410
Cigarette lighter ...................... 411
Power outlet ............................. 412
Seat heaters/ventilators ....... 413
Armrest ..................................... 415
Rear sunshade ......................... 416
Floor mats ................................. 419
Trunk features .......................... 421
Garage door opener ............ 423
Compass .................................. 429
Safety Connect ...................... 433

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3-6. Using the storage features
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
January 28, 2010 10:42 am
Glove box
Open (push button)
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the headlight switch is on.
■Trunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. (P. 6 0 )
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

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4-2. Maintenance
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
January 28, 2010 10:42 am
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors/trunk• Operate smoothly?
Engine hood• The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after parking?
Ti r e
• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■If the hybrid system is operating
Turn off the hybrid system and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
October 13, 2015 12:41 pm
■Back-up light
Open the trunk lid. Remove the
trunk handle and panel cover clips.
Partly remove the trunk panel
cover and turn the bulb bases
counterclockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
October 13, 2015 12:41 pm
■Rear turn signal light
Open the trunk lid and remove the
cover.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
October 13, 2015 12:41 pm
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key linked
functions
Doors
Using the mechanical key (
P. 37)
in order to perform the following
operations:
Locks all doors
Closes the windows/moon roof
(turn and hold)
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door.
Turning the key once again unlocks
the other doors.
Opens the windows/moon roof
(turn and hold)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(
P. 45) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the hybrid system can be started by following the procedure
below.

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6-2. Customization
GS_HV_U (OM30C81U)
January 28, 2010 10:42 am
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Wireless
remote con-
trol (
P. 5 3 )
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in 1-
step, all doors
unlocked 
in 2-step
All doors
unlocked
in 1-step
Time elapsed before auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being
unlocked
60 seconds
OFF
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)ONOFF
Operation signal
(Buzzer) ONOFF
Trunk unlocking functionONOFF
Trunk unlocking operationPush and holdPush twice
One short push
Panic functionONOFF
Buzzer sounds when
pushing with any door
not closed
ONOFF