2015 Lexus GS300h audio

1373-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
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NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
●Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
●Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.
●Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
●Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys close to
such materials.
●Do not disassemble the keys.
●Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.
●Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, audio
systems and induction cookers.
●Do not place the keys near medical electrical equipment such as low-frequency ther-
apy equipment or microwave therapy equipment, and do not receive medical atten-
tion with the keys on your person.
■Carrying the electronic key on your person
Carry the electronic key 10 cm (3.9 in.) or more away from electric appliances that are
turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances within 10 cm (3.9 in.) of the
electronic key may interfere with the key, causing the key to not function properly.
■In case of a smart entry & start system malfunction or other key-related problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle, including the
card key, to any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■When an electronic key is lost
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional immediately with all remaining elec tronic keys and the card key that was pro-
vided with your vehicle.

1553-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
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■Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function
When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping the elec-
tronic key from receiving radio waves.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing
the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: →P. 5 4 8 )
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or
other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When the electronic key is in contact wi th, or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
waves
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless communication device
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or me tallic objects are attached to the rear win-
dow
●When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices
Press twice while pressing and holding
. Confirm that the electronic key indica-
tor flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the smart
entry & start system cannot be used. To cancel
the function, press any of the electronic key but-
tons.

2184-2. Driving procedures
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Stop the vehicle completely.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake. (→P. 2 3 1 )
Press the power switch.
Release the brake pedal and check that “POWER ON” on the multi-informa-
tion display is off.
Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with brake pedal released.
(The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Off
*
The emergency flashers can be used.
“POWER ON” will not be displayed on
the multi-information display.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
ON mode
All electrical components can be used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the hybrid system, the power switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to off.
Stopping the hybrid system
Changing power switch modes
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2874-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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●Ve h i c l e s w a y w a r n i n g
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• Setting for “Sway Warning” in of the multi-information display is set to “On”.
( → P. 111)
• Vehicle speed is approximately 50 km/h (32 mph) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( →P. 2 8 9 )
●Lane centering function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• LKA is turned on.
• Setting for “Steering Assist” and “Lane Center” in of the multi-information
display are set to “On”. ( →P. 111)
•System recognizes wh ite (yellow) lines.
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 2.5 to 4.1 m (8.2 to 13.5 ft.).
• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius of more
than approximately 200 m (656 ft.).
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( →P. 2 8 9 )
• Vehicle does not accelerate or decelerate by a fixed amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for changing lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRC and PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) are not operating.
• TRC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel alert ( →P. 288) is not displayed.
• Lane departure control function is not operating.
■Temporary cancellation of functions
When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily canceled.
However, when the operation conditions are met again, operation of the function is auto-
matically restored. ( →P. 2 8 6 )
■Lane departure control function/lane centering function
Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions, etc., the
operation of the functions may not be reco gnized or the functions may not operate.
■Lane departure alert function
The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio playback, etc.
Also, it may be difficult to feel steering wheel vibrations due to the road conditions, etc.

2954-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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●Ve h i c l e s w a y w a r n i n g
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• Setting for “Sway Warning” in of the multi-information display is set to “On”.
( → P. 111)
• Vehicle speed is approximately 50 km/h (32 mph) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( →P. 2 9 7 )
■Temporary cancellation of functions
When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily canceled.
However, when the operation conditions are met again, operation of the function is auto-
matically restored. ( →P. 2 9 4 )
■Steering control function
Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions, etc., the
operation of the functions may not be reco gnized or the functions may not operate.
■Lane departure alert function
The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio playback, etc.
Also, it may be difficult to feel steering wheel vibrations due to the road conditions, etc.
■Hands off steering wheel alert
Except for Israel: When the system determines that the driver has removed their hands
from the steering wheel while the steering co ntrol function is operating, a warning mes-
sage is displayed on the multi-information display.
If the driver continues to keep their hands off of the steering wheel, the buzzer sounds, a
warning message is displayed and the function is temporarily canceled. This alert also
operates in the same way when the vehicle is driven with the steering wheel lightly
gripped. However, depending on the road conditions, etc., the function may not cancel.
For Israel: When the system determines that the driver has removed their hands from the
steering wheel while the lane departure control function or lane centering function is
operating, a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display and the
buzzer sounds.
■White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road
The LDA system will not operate for the side on which white (yellow) lines could not be
recognized.

3344-5. Using the driving support systems
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■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to
see.
■Rear Crossing Traffic Alert buzzer hearing
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high
audio volume.
■When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, warning mes-
sages will be displayed: ( →P. 4 8 2 )
●There is a malfunction with the sensors
●The sensors have become dirty
●The outside temperature is extremely high or low
●The sensor voltage has become abnormal
■Switching the Blind Spot Monitor function and Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function on
and off
Settings can be changed from on the multi-information display (→P. 111).
Press or on the meter control switch and select “BSM”.
Each time on the meter control switch is pressed, the function switches between
“On” and “Off”.
■Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
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3645-1. Remote Touch screen
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*1: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: If equipped
■Full screen display
The following functions can be displayed full screen:
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-UAL”.
■Split-screen display
Different information can be displayed on the left and right of the screen. For
example, air conditioning system screen can be displayed and operated while
the fuel consumption information screen is being displayed. The large screen
on the left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the
right is called the side display.
“Display”Select to adjust the contrast and brightness of the screens, turn the
screen off, etc.*1
12.3-inch display operation
SwitchFunction
●Initial screen*
●“Menu” screen ( →P. 363)
●Map screen*
●Audio screen*
●Energy monitor/fuel consumption
screen ( →P. 1 2 6 )
●Air conditioning control screen
(→ P. 366)

3655-1. Remote Touch screen
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Interior features
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For details of the functions and operation of the main display, refer to the respec-
tive section.
■Display the side display
XBasic screens
The following functions can be displayed and operated on the side display.
Select the desired button.
Navigation system
*
Audio*
Phone*
Vehicle information ( →P. 131)
Air conditioning system
( → P. 3 7 0 )
Hide the side display.
*
If the item displayed on the main display is full screen display compatible ( →P. 3 6 4 ) , i t
will be displayed full screen.
XInterruption screens
Each of the following screens is disp layed automatically in accordance with
conditions. • Lexus parking assist-sensor
* (if equipped)
•Phone
*
•Driving mode ( →P. 3 3 0 )
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
12.3-inch display function
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