2017 Lexus GS450h charging

771-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
◆When stopped/during start off
The gasoline engine stops* when the vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when
traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped* and the electric motor
(traction motor) is used.
When shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not being
charged.
*: When the hybrid battery (traction battery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will not automatically stop. ( P. 78)
◆During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction
motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary.
◆When accelerating sharply
When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, the power of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) is added to that of the gasoline engine via the electric
motor (traction motor).
◆When braking (regenerative braking)
The wheel operate the electric motor (t raction motor) as a power generator,
and the hybrid battery (traction battery) is charged.

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■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and decelera- tion force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (trac-tion battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift lever in D or S.
●The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift lever in D or S.
■EV indicator
■Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop automati- cally in the following conditions:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
●During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
●When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
●When the heater is switched on
■Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a
long time the hybrid battery (traction battery ) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 16 km(10 miles). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are
unable to start the hybrid system, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho- rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
 P. 533
■After the 12-volt battery has discharged or when the terminal has been removed and installed during exchange, etc.
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact any authorized Lexus retailer orLexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
The EV indicator comes on when the vehicle is driven using only the electric motor (traction
motor) or the gasoline engine is stopped.

931-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations: (Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, the door may automatically lock:
●When a person remain ing in the vehicle unlocks the door and the alarm is activated.
●While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.
●When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery.
■Customization
The alarm can be set to deactivate when the mechanical key is used to unlock. (Customizable features: P. 561)
●The doors are unlocked using the mechanical key, or the trunk is opened using the mechani-
cal key.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using an
inside lock button.
●The 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked. ( P. 533)
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If mo dified or removed, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.

992. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
Warning lights
*1
Brake system warning light
( P. 460)
*2, 3
(If equipped)
“AFS OFF” indicator
( P. 462)
*2, 4Charging system warning
light ( P. 460)
*1, 3Brake hold operated
indicator ( P. 462)
*2Malfunction indicator lamp ( P. 460)
*3Parking brake indicator ( P. 462)
*2SRS warning light ( P. 460)
*1Brake system warning light ( P. 462)
*1ABS warning light
( P. 461)
Low fuel level warning light
( P. 462)
*2Electric power steering system warning light
( P. 461)
Seat belt reminder light ( P. 462)
*2, 3
(If equipped)
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) warning light ( P. 461)
*2
Master warning light
( P. 462)
*1
Slip indicator (P. 461)
*2
(If equipped)
Tire pressure warning light ( P. 463)
(If equipped)
LKA warning light ( P. 463)

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■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brightness levels when th e tail lights are on and off can be adjusted
individually. However, when the surroundings ar e bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail lights will not change the in strument panel brightness.
■Limitation of brightness adjustment
The brightness of the instrument panel lights is automatically adjusted based on the light sensor detecting how bright the surroundings are. However, if the instrument panelbrightness has been manually set to either the brightest or darkest setting, the automatic
adjustment will not be performed.
■Hybrid System Indicator
Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop
and restart under various conditions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an
Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is
being exceeded (during full power driving etc.)
●Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the
driving mode is other than the sport mode.
●By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
●Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to charge
the battery.
*: When used in this manual, “regeneration”
refers to the conversion of energy created by
the movement of the vehicle into electrical
energy.
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
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1232. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi- tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being dr iven in an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (during full power driving etc.)
When the vehicle approaches an inter-
section, the direction the vehicle should
go is guided by the arrow.
When the vehicle approaches an inter-
section, the route guidance will start
and the distance* to the intersection
will also be displayed.
*: The distance decrea ses in increments of
50 m (164 ft.) and the distance indication
will disappear when the vehicle passes
through the intersection.
Hybrid System Indicator
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Route guidance display (vehic les with navigation system)
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These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow
Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
LowFullLowFull
Remote Touch screenMulti-information display

1363-1. Key information
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■When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch off and lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( P. 148, 370)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the elec- tronic key only.
■If you lose your mechanical keys
New genuine mechanical keys can be made by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer using the other mechanical key and the keynumber stamped on your key number plate. K eep the plate in a safe place such as your
wallet, not in the vehicle.
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any but-
tons on the electronic key while inside the ai rcraft cabin. If you are carrying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally.Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves that could interfere
with the operation of the aircraft.
■Electronic key battery depletion
●The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The card key battery life is about a year and a
half.)
●If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the hybrid system stops. ( P. 496)
●As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indicate that the elec-tronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 435)
• The smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not operate. • The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
●To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m (3 ft.) of the
following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
•TVs •Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers • Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones• Table lamps
• Induction cookers
■Replacing the battery
 P. 435
■Confirmation of the registered key number
The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask any autho- rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repa irer, or any reliable repairer for details.
■If a wrong key is used
The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate inside mechanism.