
GS450h_OM_OM30G62U_(U)
2935-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches among (recirculated air mode), automatic and
(outside air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the wi ndshield and front side windows.
Press .
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side wind ows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press
again when the windshield is
defogged.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window and to remove raindrops, dew and frost
from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off af ter 15 to 60 minutes. The operation
time changes according to the ambi ent temperature and vehicle speed.
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice fr om building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Select on the option control screen.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automa tically turn off after approximately 15
minutes.
■Micro dust and pollen filter
Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Select on the option control screen.
Usually the system will turn off automatically.
In order to prevent the windshield from fo gging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
The pollens are filtered out even if the micro dust and pollen filter is turned off.
Other functions

GS450h_OM_OM30G62U_(U)
2975-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
■Air conditioning filter
→P. 380
■Customization
Settings (e.g. exhaust gas sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 494)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer: Do not touch the glass at lower part of the
windshield or to the side of the front pill ars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the hybrid sys-
tem is off.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.

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5-5. Using the other interior features
■Programming HomeLink®
Steps through must be performed within 60 seconds, otherwise the
indicator light will stop flashing and pr ogramming will not be able to be com-
pleted.
Press and release the HomeLink
® button you want to program and check
that the HomeLink® indicator light flashes (orange).
Point the remote control transmit-
ter for the device at the rear view
mirror, 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink
® buttons.
Keep the HomeLink® indicator light
in view while programming.
Program a device.
Programming a device other than an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)
Press and hold the remote control transmitter button until the HomeLink
®
indicator light changes from slowly flashing orange to rapidly flashing
green (rolling code) or cont inuously lit green (fixed code), then release the
button.
Programming an entry gate (for U. S.A. owners)/Programming a device
in the Canadian market
Press and release the remote control transm itter button at 2 second inter-
vals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink
® indicator light changes from slowly
flashing (orange) to rapidly flashing (green) (rolling code) or continuously
lit (green) (fixed code).
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8-2. Customization
■Wireless remote control (→P. 118)
■Front seats ( →P. 143)
■Outside rear view mirrors ( →P. 156)
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOff——O
Unlocking operation
On
(Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all doors
unlocked in two steps)
Off
(All doors
unlocked in one step)
O—O
Trunk unlocking operationPress and
hold (short)
One short press
——OPush twice
Press and hold
(long)
Off
Alarm (panic mode)OnOff——O
123
FunctionDefaultsettingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat movement when exiting
the vehicleStandardOffO—OPartial
Selecting the door linking driving posi-
tion memory with door unlock opera-
tionDriver’s doorAll doors——O
123
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Automatic mirror fold ing and extending
operation*
Linked to
the locking/
unlocking of
the doorsOff
——OLinked to oper- ation of the
power switch
Linked mirror function when reversingOnOff——O
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531Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system ........... 201
DefoggerFront windshield .................................293
Outside rear view mirrors .............293
Rear window ........................................293
Differential ............................................... 476
Dimensions ............................................. 470
Dinghy towing........................................... 181
Display 12.3-inch display................................ 285
Drive information .................................. 97
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .................... 243
Energy monitor .................................... 109
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ........ 238
Multi-information display ..................95
Trip information .................................... 88
Warning message .............................. 410
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 349
Door courtesy lights Location ................................................. 304
Door lock Doors ......................................................... 122
Smart access system with push-button start ............................. 135
Wireless remote control .................. 122 Doors .......................................................... 122
Automatic door locking and unlocking system .................... 125
Door glasses ......................................... 160
Door lock................................................. 124
Open door warning buzzer ..........136
Outside rear view mirrors ..............156
Rear door child-protector .............. 125
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/ Drive info 3........................................... 100 Drive information...................................97
Drive-Start Control..................... 169, 193
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 145 Driving position memory.................146
Memory recall function .................... 147
Power easy access system .............145
Driving ........................................................168 Break-in tips ...........................................169
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving mode select switch ..........258
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............274
Procedures ............................................ 168
Winter drive tips ................................ 276
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ........269 Function .................................................. 269
Warning message...............................410
DVD player
*
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range Function .................................................. 243
Warning message...............................410
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ........269 Function .................................................. 269
Warning message...............................410
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*
HD Radio® system*
Head restraints ....................................... 150
Headlight cleaner.......................208, 210
Headlights ...............................................200 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .................................... 201
Headlight leveling warning message ............................ 410
Light switch .......................................... 200
Replacing light bulbs ........................393
Headlights aim ............................. 389, 521
Head-up display..................................... 103
Heated steering wheel ........................ 301
Heaters Air conditioning system ..................287
Heated steering wheel ................... 302
Seat heaters ......................................... 302
Outside rear view mirrors .............293
High-voltage components .................. 70
Hood ........................................................... 351 Open ......................................................... 351
Warning message .............................. 410
Hooks Cargo hooks ..........................................312
Coat hooks .......................................... 320
Luggage hook .......................................312
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 26 Horn............................................................. 153
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location .................................................... 70
Specification ..........................................472
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents .....................................................70
Hybrid system............................................66 Emergency shut off system ............... 71
Energy monitor/consumption screen...................... 109
EV drive mode .....................................187
High voltage components ............... 70
Hybrid System Indicator ................... 92
Hybrid system precautions ............. 70
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............274
If the hybrid system will not start .......................................450
Overheating...........................................461
Power (ignition) switch.....................182
Regenerative braking ..........................67
Starting the hybrid system...............182
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................................67
Hybrid System Indicator .......................92
Hybrid transmission ..............................189 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..............193
Paddle shift switches........................... 191
S mode...................................................... 192
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GS450h_OM_OM30G62U_(U)
I/M test ..................................................... 348
Identification ............................................. 471Engine ........................................................471
Vehicle ......................................................471
Ignition switch (power switch) ......... 182 Auto power off function................... 184
Changing the power switch modes ................................................... 183
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................397
Starting the hybrid system .............. 183
Illuminated entry system .................... 306
Immobilizer system..................................74
Indicators .................................................... 84
Initialization Items to initialize................................. 507
Maintenance.........................................344
Moon roof .............................................. 164
Power windows ..................................... 161
Tire pressure warning system................................367
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)................................. 373
Inside door handle lights ................... 304
Inside rear view mirror .........................154
Instrument panel light control ..............91
Interior lights........................................... 304
Intuitive parking assist
*
Function*
Warning message .............................. 410 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.................... 352
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 442
Jack handle ................................................. 442
Jam protection function Moon roof ...............................................164
Power trunk opener and closer ........................................... 130
Power windows................................... 160
Keyless entry ............................................ 135 Smart access system with push-button start....................135
Wireless remote control.................. 122
Keys .............................................................. 118 Battery-saving function .................... 137
Electronic key ......................................... 118
Engine switch ........................................182
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 454
If you lose your keys.................... 119, 121
Key number plate ................................. 118
Keyless entry ................................122, 135
Mechanical key...................................... 119
Power switch .........................................182
Replacing the battery ...................... 382
Warning buzzer...................................136
Wireless remote control key ......... 122
Knee airbags ............................................. 35
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

537Alphabetical index
GS450h_OM_OM30G62U_(U)
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 404
Master warning light ........................... 406
Meter ............................................................ 88Head-up display.................................. 103
Indicators...................................................84
Instrument panel light control ...........91
Meters........................................................ 88
Multi-information display ..................95
Warning lights ........................................83
Micro dust and pollen filter .............. 293
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ..................... 154
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ...........................................293
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 156
Vanity mirrors ....................................... 314
Moon roof..................................................163 Door lock linked moon roof operation ..................... 164
Jam protection function ................... 164
Operation ............................................... 163
Warning message .............................. 410
MP3 disc
*
Multi-information display ..................... 95 Drive information .................................. 97
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .................... 243
G-force ......................................................98
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ......... 234 Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle ........................8
Odometer .................................................. 88
Oil
Engine oil ............................................... 473
Differential oil ....................................... 476
Opener Fuel filler door........................................ 213
Hood..........................................................351
Trunk ..........................................................128
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights .................................304
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 393
Wattage ................................................ 480
Outside rear view mirrors .................. 156 Adjusting and folding ........................156
Blind Spot Monitor ........................... 260
Linked mirror function when reversing................................. 158
Mirror position memory ..................145
Outside rear view mirror defoggers............................ 293
Outside temperature display ............. 89
Overheating............................................. 461
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O
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.