2012 Lexus HS250h Owner's Manual

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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and operat-
ing features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering col-
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2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual

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1-1. Hybrid systemHybrid system................................... 26
Hybrid system precautions ........ 30
Energy monitor/consumption screen................................................ 35
Hybrid vehicle driving tips........... 40
1-2. Key information Keys ...................................................... 42
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 47
Wireless remote control ............. 58
Doors..................................................... 61
Trunk..................................................... 64
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 68 Driving position memory
(driver’s seat) ................................. 72
Head restraints................................. 75
Seat belts ............................................ 77
Steering wheel.................................. 83
Inside rear view mirror................. 85
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 87
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 90
Moon roof .......................................... 93
1-6. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 97
1-7. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ....................... 101
Alarm.................................................. 103
Theft prevention labels (for U.S.A.) .................................... 106
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Rear view monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist • Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
•Climate control
• Wide view front monitor system

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1-8. Safety informationCorrect driving posture ............. 107
SRS airbags ..................................... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 121
Child restraint systems ............... 126
Installing child restraints ............. 130
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle ........................ 142
Power (ignition) switch ............... 152
EV drive mode ............................... 157
Hybrid transmission ..................... 160
Turn signal lever ............................ 166
Parking brake ................................. 167
Horn.................................................... 168
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 169
Indicators and warning lights ... 173
Multi-information display ............ 177
Head-up display ............................ 183 2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch .............................. 191
Automatic High Beam ................ 196
Fog light switch ............................. 202
Windshield wipers and washer ........................................... 204
Headlight cleaner switch ............. 211
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................ 212
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 216
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .... 230
Driving assist systems................. 238
Hill-start assist control ............... 243
Pre-Collision System.................. 245
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ..................... 254
Vehicle load limits........................ 257
Winter driving tips ...................... 258
Trailer towing .................................. 261
Dinghy towing ............................... 262
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................ 266
Rear window defogger switch.............................................. 274
Windshield wiper de-icer ......... 275
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ................................. 276
Using the radio .............................. 279
Using the CD player ................... 287
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ......................... 295
Operating an iPod ...................... 302
Operating a USB memory........ 310
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................. 318
Using the AUX port..................... 321
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 322 3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system ......... 325
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................................... 328
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 333
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 336
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................................ 341
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phones)
Hands-free system for cellular phones ........................................... 342
Using the hands-free system (for cellular phones) ................. 346
Making a phone call.................... 354
Setting a cellular phone ............ 359
Security and system setup ........ 364
Using the phone book............... 368
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................ 374
• Interior lights ................................375
• Personal lights ............................ 375
3Interior features

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 377
• Glove box .................................... 378
• Console box ................................ 379
• Cup holders.................................. 381
• Bottle holders ............................ 383
• Auxiliary boxes.......................... 384
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors........................................ 385
Vanity mirrors ............................... 386
Clock ................................................. 387
Power outlets ................................ 388
Seat heaters and ventilators .................................... 389
Armrest ............................................. 391
Rear sunshade ............................... 392
Floor mat.......................................... 394
Trunk compartment features.......................................... 396
Garage door opener................. 398
Compass.......................................... 404
Safety Connect ............................ 408
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................... 416
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 420 4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ..... 423
General maintenance ................ 426
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 430
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 431
Hood ................................................. 434
Positioning a floor jack............... 435
Engine compartment.................. 437
12-volt battery................................ 447
Tires .................................................... 451
Tire inflation pressure................. 459
Wheels ............................................. 462
Air conditioning filter.................. 464
Electronic key battery ................ 467
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 469
Light bulbs ........................................ 481
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers .................... 494
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 495
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 501
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergencyIf a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 502
If a warning message is displayed ........................................ 512
If you have a flat tire..................... 532
If the hybrid system will not start........................................... 541
If you lose your keys .................... 543
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....................... 544
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged ............................... 547
If your vehicle overheats ........... 552
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 556
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ..... 558
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 560
Fuel information ........................... 569
Tire information............................. 572
6-2. Customization Customizable features.............. 584
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .......................... 596 Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners................................. 598
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)
.................................... 599
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................................... 601
Abbreviation list .................................... 612
Alphabetical index ............................... 614
What to do if... ....................................... 625
6Vehicle specifications
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