2013 Lexus GS300h door lock

2504-2. Driving procedures
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Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or ON
mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for more than an hour with the
shift lever in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods
of time when the hybrid system is not operating.
Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P. 8 3
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 1 5 4
When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving condi-
tions
It may take time until the “READY” indicator comes on.
Conditions affecting operation
P. 1 5 0
Notes for the push-start function
P. 1 5 3
If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 9 1 )
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The hybrid system may not
start if the shift lever is displaced out of P. “Shift to P position when Start-
ing” will be displayed on the multi-information display.
Steering lock
After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

2524-2. Driving procedures
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CAUTION
When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any
circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution while driving
If hybrid system failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or
open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activa-
tion of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency
If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the
vehicle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds, or press
it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (P. 821)
However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of
steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be
lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

2754-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Daytime running light system
To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the front position lights
turn on automatically whenever the hybrid system is started and the parking
brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.
Headlight control sensor
Automatic light off system
When the light switch is in : The headlights turn off automatically if the
power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off.
When the light switch is in : The headlights and all lights turn off auto-
matically if the power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off.
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 .
If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open, the lights automatically turn off
after 20 minutes.
Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the power switch is turned off or turned to ACCES-
SORY mode and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on.
Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatically 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. The sensor may not function properly if
an object is placed on the sensor, or any-
thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to
the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight system
to malfunction.

2954-4. Refueling
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With the doors unlocked, press
the center of the rear edge of
the fuel filler door.
Push until you hear a click and
take your hand away to slightly
open the fuel filler door. Then
open the door fully by hand.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.
Hang the fuel tank cap on the
back of the fuel filler door.
Opening the fuel tank cap
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2974-4. Refueling
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After refueling, turn the fuel
tank cap until you hear a click.
Once the cap is released, it
will turn slightly in the oppo-
site direction.
Close the fuel filler door, and
press the center of the rear
edge of the fuel filler door
until you hear a click.
When you lock the doors, the fuel
filler door will lock also.
Fuel filler door lock condition
The fuel filler door may not be locked even when the vehicle’s doors are
locked in the following conditions:
When operating the door lock button inside the vehicle
When the fuel filler door is closed after the vehicle’s doors are locked
Closing the fuel tank cap
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CAUTION
When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.

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5Interior features
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30D53E_(EE)5-4. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ......... 611
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone............................... 625
Setting the hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ......... 645
Setting the Bluetooth
®...... 671
5-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 684
• Interior light .................. 685
• Personal lights............... 685
5-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 687
• Glove box ..................... 689
• Console box .................. 690
• Cup holders ................... 691
• Auxiliary boxes............. 693
Trunk features ................... 6945-7. Other interior features
Sun visors and
vanity mirrors ................. 697
Clock................................. 698
Ashtrays ............................ 699
Power outlets .................... 700
Heated steering wheel....... 702
Seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 704
Armrest ..............................711
Rear sunshade/
rear door sunshades ........ 712
Coat hooks ........................ 715
Assist grips ....................... 716
Utility hook ....................... 717

4915-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys
Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the power switch
to ON mode will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.
When the power switch is turned off, the current air conditioning settings
will automatically be registered to the electronic key that was used to
unlock the vehicle.
The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in
the vicinity or if the smart entry & start system is used to unlock a passenger
door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is pressed.
Humidity sensor
Fogging up of the windows
The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Selecting on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily. A sensor, which detects humidity inside
the vehicle and the temperature of the
windshield, is provided to detect fog on
the front windscreen. Due to the sensor,
when automatic mode is set the air condi-
tioning may make the following controls:
Changing the amount of air flow
Changing the amount of air introduced
from outside when in outside air mode
with the air vents in the position
Changing the settings of the air vents to
when the is set

6865-5. Using the interior lights
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Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch mode, the
presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Customization
Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 942)
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.