7767-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS450h_U (OM30D01U)After the hybrid system has
cooled down, check the power
control unit coolant level and
inspect the cooling system for
leaks.
If the engine compartment cover
needs to be removed:
→P. 6 3 8
Add power control unit cool-
ant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if power control unit coolant
is unavailable. ( →P. 7 8 7 )
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating:
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
●“Hybrid System Overheat” is shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
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8-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
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Energy monitor ........................................ 110
EngineAccessory mode................................. 190
Compartment ...................................... 637
Engine switch ........................................ 189
Hood ........................................................634
How to start the hybrid system .... 189
Identification number .......................783
Ignition switch (power switch).................................. 189
Overheating ......................................... 774
Power switch......................................... 189
Engine compartment cover .............638
Engine coolant....................................... 642 Capacity .................................................787
Checking................................................ 642
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 319
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 89
Engine oil ................................................. 639 Capacity ................................................ 785
Checking............................................... 639
Oil level warning message ........... 733
Oil pressure warning message ........................... 722
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 319 Engine oil maintenance data ............624
Engine switch...........................................189
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering) ........ 289
Function .................................................. 289
Warning light ......................................... 712
Warning message............................. 726
EV drive mode ........................................ 196
Event data recorder (EDR).....................11
First-aid kit storage net ........................581
Flat tire .......................................................749
Floor mats................................................... 28
Fluid Brake........................................................789
Hybrid transmission .........................788
Washer ................................................... 646
Fog lights.................................................... 218 Replacing light bulbs ...................... 689
Switch ........................................................218
Wattage ................................................... 791
Footwell light............................................ 571
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................49
Front personal lights ............................572
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