Lexus HS 250h Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and operat­ing features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering col­umn
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Interior features
Maintenance
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and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
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For owners
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your­self maintenance, and maintenance information
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident
Detailed vehicle information
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt in­structions for Canadian owners
Index
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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Before driving
1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system................................... 24
Hybrid system precautions ......... 27
Energy monitor/consumption
screen................................................ 32
Hybrid vehicle driving tips........... 37
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................................... 39
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart access system with
push-button start .......................... 44
Wireless remote control.............. 54
Doors.................................................... 57
Trunk..................................................... 60
1-4. Adjustable components (seats,
mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats.......................................... 64
Driving position memory
(driver’s seat) ................................. 68
Head restraints................................... 71
Seat belts ............................................ 73
Steering wheel.................................. 79
Inside rear view mirror................... 81
Outside rear view mirrors.......... 83
1-5. Opening and closing the windows
and moon roof
Power windows................................ 86
Moon roof .......................................... 89
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 92
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ........................ 96
Alarm.................................................... 98
Theft prevention labels
(for U.S.A.).................................... 100
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture .............. 101
SRS airbags ..................................... 103
Front passenger occupant
classification system.................... 115
Child restraint systems ............... 120
Installing child restraints............. 124
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........................ 136
Power (ignition) switch............... 145
EV drive mode ............................... 150
Hybrid transmission ..................... 153
Turn signal lever............................. 159
Parking brake ................................. 160
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Horn...................................................... 161
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 162
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 165
Multi-information display........... 169
Head-up display ............................ 175
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch............................ 183
Automatic High Beam................ 188
Fog light switch .............................. 194
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 195
Headlight cleaner switch ......... 200
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage..................... 240
Vehicle load limits........................ 243
Winter driving tips ....................... 244
Trailer towing................................. 247
Dinghy towing ............................... 248
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................ 252
Rear window defogger
switch ............................................. 260
Windshield wiper de-icer.......... 261
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2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 201
Dynamic radar cruise
control........................................... 205
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ...... 217
Driving assist systems................. 225
Hill-start assist control............... 230
Pre-Collision System.................. 232
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system ................................. 262
Using the radio.............................. 265
Using the CD player................... 273
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ................................................. 281
Operating an iPod
®
player............................................. 288
Operating a USB memory
player.............................................. 296
Optimal use of the audio
system ........................................... 304
Using the AUX adapter............ 307
Using the steering wheel
audio switches........................... 308
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
®
Bluetooth Using the Bluetooth
audio system ............ 311
®
audio
system ............................................. 314
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.......... 319
®
Setting up a Bluetooth
enabled portable player......... 322
®
Bluetooth
audio system
setup ............................................... 327
3-4. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phones)
Hands-free system for
cellular phones .......................... 328
Using the hands-free system
(for cellular phones)................. 332
Making a phone call................... 340
Setting a cellular phone............. 345
Security and system setup....... 350
Using the phone book................ 354
3-5. Using the interior lights
3-6. Using the storage features
torage features............... 363
List of s
• Glove box .................................... 364
• Console box................................ 365
• Cup holders................................. 367
• Bottle holders ............................. 369
• Auxiliary boxes........................... 370
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors.......................................... 371
Vanity mirrors................................ 372
Clock................................................. 373
Power outlets................................. 374
Seat heaters and
ventilators..................................... 375
Armrest ............................................ 377
Rear sunshade............................... 378
Floor mat......................................... 380
Trunk compartment
features........................................... 381
Garage door opener................. 383
Compass........................................... 391
Safety Connect ............................ 395
Interior lights list........................... 360
• Interior lights ................................ 361
• Personal lights ............................. 361
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Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................... 402
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior................... 406
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements.............................. 409
General maintenance................... 411
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 415
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................... 416
Hood................................................... 419
Positioning a floor jack............... 420
Engine compartment.................. 422
12-volt battery................................ 433
Tires ................................................... 437
Tire inflation pressure................. 445
Wheels.............................................. 448
Air conditioning filter................. 450
Electronic key battery................ 453
Checking and replacing
fuses................................................ 455
Headlight aim
(LED headlights) ....................... 467
Light bulbs....................................... 469
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When trouble arises
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 482
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ............................................ 483
If you think something is
wrong............................................ 489
Event data recorder.................... 490
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds............................................ 492
If a warning message is
displayed........................................ 501
If you have a flat tire...................... 521
If the hybrid system will not
start ................................................ 530
If you lose your keys.................... 532
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............... 533
If the vehicle 12-volt battery
is discharged............................... 536
If your vehicle overheats ............ 541
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................................ 545
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Vehicle specifications
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 548
Fuel information............................ 557
Tire information............................ 560
6-2. Customization
Customizable features............... 572
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize .......................... 584
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For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.......................... 586
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French)
..................................... 587
Index
Abbreviation list................................... 590
Alphabetical index .............................. 592
What to do if... ....................................... 604
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Pictorial index

P. 89
P. 183
P. 194
P. 159
P. 183
P. 419
P. 183
P. 195
P. 83
P. 159
P. 183
Exterior
Headlights (low beam)
Headlights (high beam)
Windshield wipers
Hood
Parking lights
Moon roof
Outside rear view
mirrors
Turn signal lights
Fog lights
Side marker lights
Turn signal lights
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P. 183
Rear window defogger
P. 260
P. 437
P. 521
P. 555
P. 560
P. 183
P. 92
P. 159
P. 183
P. 57
P. 60
Turn signal lights
Fuel filler door
Doors
Tires
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
Information
Trunk
License plate lights
Tail lights
Side marker lights
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P. 103
P. 380
Pictorial index
P. 103
P. 365
P. 369
P. 71
P. 73
P. 377
P. 103
P. 103
P. 439
P. 64
P. 367
P. 103
Interior
Bottle holders
Seat belts
Head restraints
SRS driver airbag
SRS knee airbags
SRS front passenger airbag
Armrest
Rear SRS side airbags
Front SRS side airbags
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Tire pressure warning reset switch
Cup holders
Floor mat
Front seats
Console box
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
P. 81
P. 383
P. 391
P. 371
P. 370
P. 103
P. 361
P. 361
P. 89
P. 395
P. 383
P. 372
P. 372
P. 361
Garage door opener switches
Compass
Sun visors
Moon roof switches
“SOS” button
Interior light
SRS curtain shield airbags
Interior light
Personal light
Vanity lights
Vanity mirrors
Auxiliary box
Garage door opener switches
: If equipped
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P. 68
P. 57
P. 86
P. 86
P. 57
Pictorial index
Driving position memory switches
Interior
Inside door lock buttons
Window lock switch
Door lock switches
Power window switches
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P. 367
P. 370
P. 374
P. 375
P. 375
P. 153
P. 153
OPEN CLOSE switch *
P. 307
P. 296
P position switch
Hybrid transmission shift lever
TILT switch *
Remote Touch * Auxiliary box
AUX adapter USB adapter
Cup holders

Seat heater switches
Seat heater/ventilator switches
Power outlet
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
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Pictorial index
P. 183
P. 159
P. 194
P. 79
P. 233
P. 160
P. 150
P. 155
P. 155
P. 419
P. 79
P. 364
P. 60
P. 145
P. 195
P. 162
P. 169
P. 262
Instrument panel
Gauges and meters Multi-information display
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
Windshield wipers and washer switch
Power (ignition) switch
Glove box
Trunk opener main switch
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Audio system *
EV drive mode switch Eco mode switch Power mode switch
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever
Pre-collision brake off switch
Parking brake pedal
Hood lock release lever
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Without navigation system
P. 260
P. 482
P. 96, 98
P. 373
P. 252
P. 482
P. 96, 98
Air conditioning system
Emergency flasher switch
Clock
Security indicator
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch
With navigation system
Emergency flasher switch
Air conditioning system
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Navigation system
*
1
Clock*
Security indicator
1
*
Rear window and out­side rear view mirror defogger switch
: If equipped
1
*
: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
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*
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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*
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Pictorial index
P. 333
P. 169
P. 308
P. 201
P. 205
P. 205
P. 217
P. 161
P. 333
Instrument panel
Audio remote control switches
Talk switch *
Telephone switches *
2
*
Distance switch
Horn
LKA (Lane Keeping Assist)
Cruise control switch
Dynamic radar cruise control switch
2
Multi-information switches
switch
2
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Instrument panel light control switches
P. 163
P. 378
P. 200
P. 261
P. 60
P. 92
P. 175
P. 83
P. 175
P. 175
P. 225
P. 175
Outside rear view mirror switches
Headlight cleaner
switch
HUD (Head-up Display) main switch

HUD (Head-up Display) contrast adjustment switch
HUD (Head-up Display) position adjustment switch
NAVI switch
Rear sunshade
switch VIEW switch *1
Windshield wiper de-icer

switch VSC OFF switch Trunk opener
Fuel filler door opener
: If equipped
1
*
: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
2
*
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ­ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
our vehicle.
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All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How­ever, because of the Lexus policy of continua right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from
our vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
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Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evapo­ration leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.
l product improvement, we reserve the
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
with and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor­mance problems resulting from the modification may not be ranty.
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covered under war-
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys­tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sur precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
e to check with your Lexus dealer for
High voltage parts and cables on the hybri amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
d vehicles emit approximately the same
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
nclude airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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CAUTION
General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.
General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarrette lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connec­tors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid bat­tery must be disposed of by your Lexus dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, it may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause death or serious injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to the vehi­cle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).
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Before driving

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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system ............................ 24
Hybrid system precautions .... 27
Energy monitor/
consumption screen............. 32
Hybrid vehicle driving tips...... 37
1-2. Key information
Keys............................................... 39
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart access system with
push-button start .................... 44
Wireless remote control......... 54
Doors ............................................ 57
Trunk ............................................. 60
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats................................... 64
Driving position
memory (driver’s seat).......... 68
Head restraints........................... 71
Seat belts ..................................... 73
Steering wheel........................... 79
Inside rear view mirror ............. 81
Outside rear view mirrors...... 83
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows.......................... 86
Moon roof ................................... 89
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 92
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system .................. 96
Alarm............................................ 98
Theft prevention labels
(for U.S.A.) ............................. 100
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ........ 101
SRS airbags .............................. 103
Front passenger occupant
classification system............. 115
Child restraint systems ......... 120
Installing child restraints....... 124
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1-1. Hybrid system

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from con­ventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar
with the characteristics
of your vehicle, and operate with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (
traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel effi-
ciency and reducing exhaust emissions.
Gasoline engine Electric motor (Traction motor)
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 motor is used.
When shift position N is selected, the hybrid battery (traction bat­tery) will not be charged. Thus, select P when the vehicle is stopped. In addition, when driving in heavy traffic, use D or B.
Hybrid system
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Regenerative braking
*: However, when the hybrid battery (traction battery) need to be
charged or while the engine is being warmed up, the gasoline engine may not stop automatically.
During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery as necessary.
When accelerating sharply
The power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added to that of the gasoline engine via the electric motor (traction motor).
When braking (regenerative braking)
The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery).
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and decel­eration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid bat­tery (traction battery).
The accelerator pedal is released while driving with shift position D or B
selected.
The brake pedal is depressed while driving with shift position D or B selected.
Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and matically 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
stops automatically. However, it may not stop auto-
1-1. Hybrid system
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1-1. Hybrid system
Charging the 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 will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery becomes fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Lexus dealer.
After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Lexus dealer.
Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move. Always change the shift position to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are not a malfunction:
Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear
seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
Sounds may be heard from the transaxle when the hybrid system starts or stops,
or while the vehicle is idling.
Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed and accelerator is loosened.
Other sounds, such as motors and mechanical noises, may be heard from the
brake system when the brake pedal is depressed.
Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent on the side of rear left
seatback. When driving in Eco mode, the fan noise may be louder than when driving nor­mally.
Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Lexus dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
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1-1. Hybrid system
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high voltage system (about 650V at maximum) as well as parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.
Air conditioning compressor Power control unit Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) and DC/DC converter Service plug
High voltage cables (orange) Electric motor (traction motor) Caution label
Hybrid system precautions
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid battery air vent
There is an air intake vent on the side of the rear left seatback for the purpose of cooling the hybrid battery (traction battery). If the vent become blocked, the hybrid battery may overheat, leading to a reduction in hybrid battery output.
Emergency shut off system
When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.
Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions. (P. 501)
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1-1. Hybrid system
If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed, or the 12-volt battery
is disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In that case,
try to start the system again. If the
“READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Lexus dealer.
Electromagnetic waves
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles incorporate electromag-
netic shielding, and therefore emit appro
ximately the same amount of electro-
magnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic
iances.
appl
Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party produced radio
parts.
Consult your Lexus dealer before installing or removing third party-produced
radio parts.
Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid sy
stem cannot be started, refuel
the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light (P. 49 5) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The minimum amount of
fuel to add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is more than 2.6 gal. [10 L, 2.1 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope.)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving style and driving conditions.
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1-1. Hybrid system
CAUTION
Never try to open the service plug access
hole located in the luggage compartment. The service plug is used only when the vehicle is serviced and is subject to high voltage.
High voltage precautions
The vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury.
Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts, cables or
their connectors.
The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high voltage.
Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and always obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.
Road accident cautions
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
Pull your vehicle off the road, change the shift position to P, apply the parking
brake, and turn the hybrid system off.
Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.
If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may
occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte
from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never
use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small amount of water may be dangerous.
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