2012 Lexus HS250h Owner's Manual

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Auxiliary boxesType A Press in the lid. This box is useful
for temporarily storing sunglasses
and similar small items.
Type B (if equipped) Press the button.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the auxiliary boxes closed when not in use. In the event of sudden braking, an
accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open auxiliary box or
the items stored inside.
■Items unsuitable for storing (type A only)
Do not store items heavier than 0.2 kg (0.4 lb.).
Doing so may cause the holder to open and the items inside may fall out, resulting in
an accident.
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3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.
To use the side extender,
place the visor in the side
position, then slide it back-
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Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the hybrid system is off.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.

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Clock
■The clock is displayed when
The “POWER” switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without navigation systemRounds to the nearest hour*
Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes
*
:e.g.1:00 to 1:29→1:00
1:30 to 1:59 →2:00

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Power outlets
■The power outlet can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent blown fuse
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on less than 10
A.

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Seat heaters and ventilators∗
∗: If equipped
■The seat heaters/ventilators can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■When not in use
Set the knob at “0”. The indicator light turns off.
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good airflow
by blowing air from the seats.
Seat heatersTurns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number is, the
warmer the seat becomes.
Seat heaters/ventilatorsTurns the seat heater on
The indicator light (green)
comes on.
The higher the number is, the
warmer the seat becomes.
Blows air from the seat
The indicator light (green)
comes on.
The higher the number is, the
stronger the airflow becomes.

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CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
●Do not use the seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor
burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heaters/ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters/ventilators off when the hybrid system is off.

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Armrest
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the armrest
Do not apply too much load on the armrest.
Fold down the armrest for use.