2011 Lexus HS250h door lock

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1-7. Theft deterrent system
Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
●A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the entry function, wi reless remote control or mechan-
ical key. (The doors will lock again automatically.)
● The hood is opened.
■ Setting the alarm system
Without navigation system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all the doors
using the entry function or wire-
less remote control. The system
will be set automatically after
30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
With navigation systemClose the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all the doors
using the entry function or wire-
less remote control. The system
will be set automatically after
30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.

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Before driving
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
●Unlock the doors or trunk.
● Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY or ON mode, or
start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)

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1-7. Theft deterrent system
■Tr i g g e r i n g o f t h e a l a r m
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■When the 12-volt battery is disconnected
Be sure to cancel the alarm system.
If the 12-volt battery is disconnected before canceling the alarm, the system may be
triggered when the battery is reconnected.
■Alarm-operated door lock
●When the alarm is operating, the door s are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
●Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and make
sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the 12-volt
battery.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If mo dified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door,
the trunk or hood.
●The 12-volt battery is recharged or
replaced when the vehicle is locked.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving:
■Starting the hybrid system
 P. 1 4 7
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, select the D position.
(P. 155)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D.
Release the parking brake. ( P. 162)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the D position illuminated on the shift position indicator,
depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle will be stopped for an extended period of time, select
the P position. (
P. 1 5 5 )
■ Parking the vehicleStop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 162)
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Press the P position switch to shift into P. ( P. 1 5 6 )
Check that the shift position indicator shows P. ( P. 1 5 5 )
Press the “POWER” switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal and check that the indicator on
the “POWER” switch is off.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.

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CAUTION
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior ofthe vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle's electrical com-
ponents.
●Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such
as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when luggage is loaded
or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
●Do not attach adhesive discs to the wind shield or windows. Do not place contain-
ers such as air fresheners on the instru ment panel or dashboard. Adhesive discs
or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.
●Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a metal-
lized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to
act as a lens, causing a fire.
●Always apply the parking brake, select shift position P, stop the hybrid system,
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the hybrid system is operating.
●Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the hybrid system is operating or immedi-
ately after turning the hybrid system off.
Doing so may cause burns.
●Do not leave the hybrid system operating in an area with snow build-up, or where
it is snowing. If snowbanks build up arou nd the vehicle while the hybrid system is
operating, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
■Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harm ful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the hybrid system. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may
lead to death or a serious health hazard.
●The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to
have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Lexus dealer. Failure to do so
may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicl e, resulting in death or a serious health
hazard.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
Display order may vary depending on vehicle condition.
Electronic feature control contentsSetting electronic feature controls
AFS (if equipped)P. 1 8 8
Intuitive parking assist
(if equipped)Refer to “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.
Other contentsDetails
Customization ( P. 5 8 0 )
Settings of functions such as the
door lock and light illumination time
can be changed
Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped) ( P. 2 0 8 )Automatically displayed when using
the dynamic radar cruise control
LKA (Lane Keeping Assist)
(if equipped) ( P. 221)Automatically displayed when using
the lane keeping assist
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
(if equipped) ( P. 236, 508, 511)Automatically displayed if there is a
possibility of collision.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
■Automatic light off system
●When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds
after a door is opened and closed if the “POWER” switch is turned to ACCES-
SORY mode or turned off. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is
pressed after all the doors are locked.)
●When only the tail lights come on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
“POWER” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off and the
driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode, or turn the light
switch off once and then back to or .
■Automatic headlight leveling system (if equipped)
The level of the headlights is automatica lly adjusted according to the number of
passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do
not interfere with other road users.
■ If the “AFS OFF” indicator flashes (if equipped)
It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 5 8 0 )
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.

Interior features3
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system ..... 315
Using the Bluetooth® audio
system ...................................... 318
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player... 323
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.... 326
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ......................................... 331
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phones)
Hands-free system for
cellular phones.................... 332
Using the hands-free system (for cellular phones) ........... 336
Making a phone call .............. 344
Setting a cellular phone ....... 349
Security and system setup ........................................ 354
Using the phone book.......... 358
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ..................... 364
• Interior lights ........................ 365
• Personal lights ...................... 365 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features.......... 367
• Glove box .............................. 368
• Console box ......................... 369
• Cup holders ........................... 371
• Bottle holders....................... 373
• Auxiliary boxes .................... 374
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ................................. 375
Vanity mirrors .......................... 376
Clock .......................................... 377
Power outlets .......................... 378
Seat heaters and ventilators ............................. 379
Armrest ..................................... 381
Rear sunshade ........................ 382
Floor mat .................................. 384
Trunk compartment features .................................. 386
Garage door opener ............ 388
Compass .................................. 396
Safety Connect ...................... 400