
4567-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eyelets. This
should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at under
30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
Take out the towing eyelet. ( P. 499, 511)
Remove the eyelet cover using a flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a rag between the screwdriver and the vehicle body
as shown in the illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the hole
and tighten partially by hand.
Emergency towing
Emergency towing procedure
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Except F SPORT modelsF SPORT models
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When trouble arises
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench
or hard metal bar.
Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start,
turn the power switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 229
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in trunk. ( P. 499, 511)
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4587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or chains
may become damaged, broken debris ma y hit people, and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the power switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.
■Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing ey elets may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
●Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the power switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the oppo-
site end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle cou ld be dam-
aged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain and related parts may be damaged,
an accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle or electricity generated
by the operation of the motor may cause a fire
to occur depending on the nature of the dam-
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When trouble arises
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Remove the center luggage mat. (
P. 375)
Remove the spacer and take out the
jack handle from the reverse side of
the center luggage mat.
Take out the jack. For tightening
For loosening
Remove the center luggage mat. ( P. 375)
Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.
Taking out the jack and jack handle
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Taking out the spare tire
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WARNING
■When storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare tire and the body
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When trouble arises
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE)
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provid ed is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steerin g, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km /h (50 mph) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accid ent causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
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When trouble arises
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE)
WARNING
■When fixing the flat tire
●Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area.
●Do not touch the wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the vehicle
has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven, the wheels and the area around the brakes may be
extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other bo dy parts may result in
burns.
●Connect the valve and hose securely with the tire installed on the vehicle.
●If the hose is not properly connected to the valve, air leakage may occur or sealant
may be sprayed out.
●If the hose comes off the valve while inflating the tire, there is a risk that the hose will
move abruptly due to air pressure.
●After inflation of the tire has completed, the sealant may splatter when the hose is dis-
connected or some air is let out of the tire.
●Follow the operation procedure to repair the tire. If the procedures not followed, the
sealant may spray out.
●Keep back from the tire while it is being repaired, as there is a chance of it bursting
while the repair operation is being performe d. If you notice any cracks or deforma-
tion of the tire, turn off the compressor switch and stop the repair operation immedi-
ately.
●The repair kit may overheat if operated for a long period of ti me. Do not operate the
repair kit continuously for more than 35 minutes.
●Parts of the repair kit become hot during op eration. Be careful handling the repair kit
during and after operation. Do not touch the metal part connecting the bottle and the
compressor. It will be extremely hot.
●Do not attach the vehicle speed warning sticker to an area other than the one indi-
cated. If the sticker is attached to an area where an SRS airbag is located, such as the
pad of the steering wheel, it may prevent the SRS air bag from operating properly.
■Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly
●Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when turning and cor-
nering.
●If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering wheel, stop
the vehicle and check the following:

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8-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE)
■Entry function* ( P. 153)
* : If equipped
■Wireless remote control ( P. 134)
■Front seats ( P. 175)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Smart entry & start systemOnOffO—O
Unlocking operationAll the doorsDriver’s doorO—O
Number of consecutive door
lock operationsAs many as desired2 times——O
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FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOff——O
Unlocking operation
Off
(All doors
unlocked in one step)On (Driver’s door
unlocked in one step, all doors
unlocked in two steps)
O—O
Trunk unlocking operationPress and hold
(short)
One short press
——O
Push twice
Press and hold (long)
Off
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FunctionDefaultsettingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat movement when
exiting the vehicleStandardOffO—OPartial
Selecting the door linking driv-
ing position memory with door
unlock operation
Driver’s doorAll doors——O
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Alphabetical index
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F92E_(EE) Light bulbs
Replacing ............................................... 443
Wattage................................................. 558
Lights
AHS (Adaptive High-beam System).................................................. 241
Automatic High Beam system .................................................. 246
Fog light switch ...................................250
Follow me home system ................238
Headlight switch................................. 237
Illuminated entry system................ 368
Interior light ........................................... 367
Interior lights list ..................................366
Personal lights ..................................... 367
Replacing light bulbs........................ 443
Trunk light ............................................... 148
Turn signal lever ................................... 231
Vanity lights .......................................... 377
Wattage................................................. 558
Welcome light illumination control................................................... 140
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .............282 Operation ..............................................286
Warning messages...........................466
Lock steering column .......................... 219
Low profile tire .......................................420
Luggage hook ........................................ 374
Luggage security system .................... 148 Main display............................................ 344
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 399
Maintenance data ............................. 546
Maintenance requirements .......... 397
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 460
Master warning light ........................... 462
Meter .......................................................... 104 Head-up display ....................................119
Indicators .................................................. 101
Instrument panel li ght control ....... 107
Meters ....................................................... 104
Multi-information display.....................111
Warning lights ....................................... 99
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .................... 188
Outside rear view mirror defoggers .......................................... 352
Outside rear view mirrors ..............190
Vanity mirrors ...................................... 377
Moon roof .................................................196
Door lock linked moon roof operation.............................................. 197
Jam protection function ................... 197
Operation ............................................... 196
Warning message ............................ 466
MP3 disc *
M
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.