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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE)
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you notice any of the following sy mptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5548-1. Specifications
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Ge
nuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differentia l Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match-
ing quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for further details.
* : Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the hybrid system is operating.
When performing the brake pedal inspection , also be sure to check that the brake
system warning light is not illuminated when the hybrid system is operating (If the
brake system warning light is illuminated, refer to P. 460).
Differential
Oil capacity1.35 L (1.43 qt., 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance *115 mm (4.5 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3,
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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Alphabetical index
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Approach warning
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range....................302
Armrest.................................................... 380
Ashtrays .................................................... 378
Assist grips ............................................. 383
Audio input *
Audio system *
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................240
Automatic High Beam ....................... 246
Automatic light control system ...... 237
AUX port *
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 373
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension system) .......................... 325
Back-up light Replacing light bulb .......................... 443
Wattage................................................. 558
Battery (12-volt battery)...................... 412
If the 12-volt battery is discharged........................................ 530
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 334
Warning light ...................................... 460
Battery (traction battery)..................... 80 Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................314
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 319
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function...................................... 321
Bluetooth ®
*
Brake
Brake Hold ........................................... 235
Fluid .......................................................... 554
Parking brake .......................................232
Regenerative braking..........................78
Warning light........................... 460, 462
Warning message ............................ 466
Brake assist ............................................ 324
Brake Hold .............................................. 235
Break-in tips ........................................... 202
Brightness control Instrument panel li ght control ....... 107
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .................314
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 319
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function...................................... 321
Card key ....................................................134
Care ............................................... 390, 394 Aluminum wheels................................ 391
Exterior ................................................... 390
Interior..................................................... 394
Seat belts ............................................... 395
B
C
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

587
Alphabetical index
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Engine coolant temperature
gauge....................................................... 105
Engine oil..................................................406 Capacity ................................................ 550
Checking .............................................. 406
Oil level warning message ...........466
Oil pressure warning message..............................................466
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 334
Engine switch ...........................................217 Auto power off function ...................219
Changing the power switch modes ................................................... 218
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency..........453
Starting the hybrid system............... 217
EPS (Electric Power Steering)........ 325
Function .................................................. 325
Warning light .........................................461
Warning message.............................466
EV drive mode ....................................... 222
First-aid kit storage net....................... 375
Flat tire
Vehicles with spare tire ................. 498
Vehicles without spare tire .......... 509
Floor mats ................................................... 34
Fluid Brake........................................................554
Hybrid transmission .........................553
Washer ...................................................... 411 Fog lights .................................................. 250
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Switch ...................................................... 250
Follow me home system .................... 238
Footwell light .......................................... 366
Front air conditioning system .......... 346
Front fog lights ....................................... 250 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Switch ...................................................... 250
Wattage ................................................. 449
Front personal lights............................ 367
Front position lights ............................. 237 Light switch............................................ 237
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Welcome light illumination control ................................................... 140
Front seats ................................................. 175 Adjustment ............................................. 175
Cleaning ................................................ 394
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Driving position memory ................ 178
Head restraints .....................................183
Power easy access system............. 178
Seat heaters.......................................... 362
Seat position memory ....................... 178
Seat ventilators ................................... 362
Front turn signal lights ..........................231 Replacing light bulbs ........... 443, 449
Turn signal lever................................... 231
Wattage .................................................558
F
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Alphabetical index
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Warning lights........................................... 99
ABS.............................................................461
AFS OFF indicator............................ 462
Brake hold operated
indicator .............................................. 462
Brake system .......................... 460, 462
Charging system .............................. 460
Electric power steering
system ....................................................461
Low fuel level ....................................... 462
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 460
Master warning light ........................ 462
Parking brake indicator .................. 462
Pre-Crash Safety system .................461
Seat belt reminder light................... 462
Slip indicator...........................................461
SRS........................................................... 460
Tire pressure ........................................ 463
Warning messages .............................. 466
Warning reflector storage belt ....... 376
Washer....................................................... 251 Checking .................................................. 411
Low washer fluid warning message..............................................466
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 334
Switch ........................................................251 Washing and waxing........................... 390
Weight ...................................................... 546
Welcome light illumination
control..................................................... 140
Wheels........................................................431 Replacing................................................. 431
Size ...........................................................555
Window glasses ......................................193
Window lock switch ..............................193
Windows ....................................................193
Power windows ................................... 193
Rear window defogger .................. 352
Washer ..................................................... 251
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 352
Windshield wipers .................................251 Intermittent windshield wipers
with interval adjuster ...................... 251
Position ....................................................337
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .................................................. 253
Winter driving tips ............................... 334
Wireless remote control key .............134 Battery-saving function ....................155
Locking/Unlocking ............................ 134
Replacing the battery ...................... 435
WMA disc *
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.