2013 Lexus GS300h ECO mode

8597-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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A warning message is shown on the multi-information display.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message goes off.
Follow the correction procedures.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that the
dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range is unable to
judge vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance
• Depress the brake
pedal.
• Turn off the snow
mode.
• If the windshield
wipers are on, turn
them off or set them
to a mode other than
AUTO or high speed
wiper operation.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Auto-
matic High Beam
switch is pressed while
the headlights are in
low beam.Turn the high beam on
and press the Auto-
matic High Beam
switch again.
Indicates that the brake
hold system is not hold
the vehicle when the
vehicle is on a slippery
road
Use the brake hold sys-
tem when it becomes
available.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low
Add washer fluid.

8697-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Inte-
rior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
The driver’s door
was opened and
closed with the
power switch
turned off and
then the power
switch was put in
ACCESSORY
mode twice with-
out the hybrid
system being
started.
Press the
power
switch
while
depressing
the brake
pedal.
During an hybrid
system starting
procedure in the
event that the
electronic key was
not functioning
properly (P.
911), the power
switch was
touched with the
electronic key.
Press the
power
switch
within 10
seconds of
the buzzer
sounding.
Once
The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
power switch
being pressed.
Press the
power
switch
while
depressing
the brake
pedal and
moving the
steering
wheel left
and right.
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

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7 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 913)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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9127-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the power switch as you normally do when
stopping the hybrid system.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 779)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered.
Changing power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step above.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed.(P. 247)
When the electronic key does not work properly
Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in
the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: P. 942)
Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P.
149)
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9147-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the power
switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the power switch to ON
mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
does not come on, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional as soon as possible.
Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even
when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining
effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time,
the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to
start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is
operating.)
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7 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
For vehicles with an alarm: make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle
when recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery. The key may be locked in
the vehicle if the alarm is activated. (P. 99)
In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
entry & start system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wire-
less remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the
12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt
battery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt bat-
tery.
CAUTION
Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the
flammable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended termi-
nal.
Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the
12-volt battery.

9528-2. Customization
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*1: If equipped
*2: The default setting varies according to countries.
*3: Right-hand drive vehicles
*5: If both are equipped
Illumina-
tion
(P. 684)
Enable/disable opera-
tion of the outer foot
lights when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
OnOff——O
Enable/disable opera-
tion of the outer foot
lights when the doors are
unlocked with the power
door lock switch
OnOff——O
Rear
sun-
shade
*1
(P. 712)
Reverse operationOnOff——O
Time elapsed before the
reverse operation fea-
ture activates0.7
seconds
0 second
——O
0.9
seconds
1.2
seconds
*4: This is the switch for turning on and off
the automatic mode of the air condition-
ing system, not the outside air or recircu-
lated mode switch.
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized set-
ting
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967Alphabetical index
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Eco drive mode .........................392
Electric motor (traction motor) ...80
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ..398
Function ................................398
Warning light........................833
Warning message..................845
Electronic key............................138
Battery-saving function ........149
If the electronic key does not
operate properly .................910
Replacing the battery ............779
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ...830
If a warning light turns on ....830
If a warning message is
displayed ............................839
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ..........................913
If the electronic key does not
operate properly .................910
If the hybrid system will not
start .....................................904
If the parking brake cannot
be released ..........................907
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................906
If you have a flat tire ....871, 885
If you think something
is wrong ..............................829
If your vehicle becomes stuck ....
926
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ....821
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................822If your vehicle overheats ..... 917
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