2016 Lexus GS450h fuel type

15Pictorial index
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Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 204
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 274
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 291
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 334
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 210
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P . 210
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 468
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 361
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 473
Winter tires/tire chain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 274
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 361
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 437
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 347
Opening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 347
Engine compartment cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 350
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 469
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 457
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 408
Headlights/parking lights/dayti me running lights/front side
marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 197
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 192
Side turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 192
Tail lights/rear side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 197
Rear turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 192
Stop lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 166
Back-up light
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 18 7
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 197
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5
6
7
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 386, Watts: P. 477)
*: If equipped
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4-1. Before driving
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system
needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bedding down
operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the cor-
rect fuel. ( P. 4 6 8 )

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4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
●Turn the power switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are
closed.
●Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
P. 4 7 8
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only accom-
modates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle
WA R N I N G
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refu eling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before openin g the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity
before refueling because sparks resulting fr om static electricity can cause fuel vapors
to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on th e fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the
sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel
may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come
close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances th at are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (P. 4 5 2 )
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( P. 74 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
●The hybrid system may be malfunctioni ng due to an electrical problem such
as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, depending on
the type of malfunction, an interim meas ure is available to start the hybrid sys-
tem. ( P. 4 4 7 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 4 5 3 )
●The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(P. 3 5 8 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 4 5 3 )
●One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected. ( P. 3 5 8 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting proce-
dure is being followed. ( P. 1 8 0 )
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or
sounds at a low volume.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not
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8-1. Specifications
Engine
Model3.5 L 6-cylinder (2GR-FXE)
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70  3.27 in. (94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustmentDrive belt tension
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.5 gal. (66.3 L, 14.6 Imp.gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output147 kW
Maximum torque202.8 ft•lbf (275 N•m, 28.0 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Ty p eNickel-Metal hydride battery
Vo l t a g e7. 2 V/m o d u l e
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity40 modules
Overall voltage288 V

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8-1. Specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converters
causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
●Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the level previ-
ously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is encoun-
tered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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Engine switch .......................................... 180Auto power off function................... 182
Changing the power switch modes ..................................................... 181
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................393
Starting the hybrid system ..............180
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 267 Function .................................................. 267
Warning light ........................................ 401
Warning message ............................ 406
EV drive mode........................................ 185
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10
First-aid kit storage net ......................... 311
Flat tire ...................................................... 437
Floor mats ................................................... 26
Fluid Brake ........................................................ 473
Hybrid transmission.......................... 472
Washer ...................................................357
Footwell light .......................................... 302
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 46
Front personal lights............................ 303
Front seats .................................................. 141 Adjustment ............................................... 141
Cleaning .................................................336
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory ................ 143
Head restraints ..................................... 148
Power easy access system ............ 143
Seat heaters ......................................... 300
Seat position memory....................... 143
Seat ventilators ................................... 300 Front side marker lights....................... 197
Light switch............................................. 197
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 388
Welcome light illumination control......................................................121
Front turn signal lights .......................... 192 Replacing light bulbs .......... 387, 388
Turn signal lever ................................... 192
Wattage ..................................................477
Fuel............................................................... 210 Capacity .................................................468
Fuel gauge ............................................... 86
Information............................................ 478
Refueling ..................................................210
Type..........................................................468
Warning light ....................................... 402
Warning messages ..........................406
Fuel consumption Average fuel consumption .............. 95
Average fuel consumption after refueling ...................................... 95
Current fuel consumption................ 95
Fuel filler door.......................................... 210 Refueling ..................................................210
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........................... 212
Fuses...........................................................379
Garage door opener............................ 319
Gauges........................................................ 86
Glove box ............................................... 306
Glove box light...................................... 306
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Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range) .................................241
Radiator .................................................... 355
Radio
*
RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data Systems)
*
Rear air conditioning system ........... 296
Rear door sunshades ............................316
Rear personal lights............................. 303
Rear side marker lights ........................ 197 Light switch .............................................197
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 388
Welcome light illumination control ........................... 121
Rear seat heaters..................................300
Rear sunshade .........................................316 Operation ............................................... 316
Reverse operation feature...............317
Rear turn signal lights ...........................192 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 388
Turn signal lever .................................. 192
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ..................... 152
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 154
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defoggers ......................291
Refueling ................................................... 210 Capacity ................................................ 468
Fuel types .............................................. 468
Opening the fuel tank cap................ 211
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........................... 212 Regenerative braking............................. 67
Remote Touch
*.................................... 280
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................377
Fuses ........................................................ 379
Light bulbs.............................................386
Tires .......................................................... 437
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners .................................. 506
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required ................ 340
Rev indicator ............................................. 88
Rev peak ..................................................... 88
Road accident cautions ......................... 72
Seat belts .................................................... 30 Adjusting the seat belt........................ 30
Automatic Locking Retractor .......... 31
Child restraint system installation ............................................. 59
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ....................................... 337
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................... 31
How to wear your seat belt............. 30
How your child should wear the seat belt ...........................................32
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................................... 33
Reminder light and buzzer ........... 402
Seat belt extender .................................32
Seat belt pretensioners ........................ 31
SRS warning light ............................. 400
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.