traction control Lexus ES300h 2020 User Guide

3466-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart access system with push-but-
ton start and wireless remote control will
not function properly.
●The operational range will be reduced.
Prepare the following before replacing
the battery:
 Flathead screwdriver
 Small flathead screwdriver
 Lithium battery CR2032
■Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus
dealer, local electrical appliance shops or
camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to
the local laws.
1Take out the mechanical key.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle
●Do not allow water or foreign matter to
enter the air intake vent when the
cover is removed.
●Carefully handle the removed filter so
that it will not be damage.
If the filter is damaged, have it replaced
with a new filter by your Lexus dealer.
●Make sure to reinstall the filter and
cover to their original positions after
cleaning.
●Do not install anything to the air intake
vent other than the exclusive filter for
this vehicle or use the vehicle without
the filter installed.
■If “Maintenance Required for Trac-
tion Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the
multi-information display
If the vehicle is continuously driven with
the warning message (indicating that
charging/discharging of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) may become lim-
ited) displayed, the hybrid battery
(traction battery) may malfunction.
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one
if it is depleted.
Items to prepare
Replacing the battery

3767-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be Pro-
tected Shift into P to Restart” is dis-
played
This message is displayed when the hybrid
battery (traction battery) charge has
become extremely low because the shift
lever has been left in N for a certain amount
of time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to P and
restart the hybrid system.
■If “Shift to P Before exiting vehicle” is
displayed
Message is displayed when the driver’s
door is opened with out turning the power
switch off with the shift lever in any position
other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Shift is in N Release accelerator
before shifting” is displayed
The accelerator pedal has been depressed
when the shift lever is in N.
Release the accelerator pedal and shift the
shift lever to D or R.
■If “Accelerator pedal is pressed” is dis-
played
The accelerator pedal has been depressed
when the shift lever is in P.
Release the accelerator pedal.
■If “Press brake when vehicle is stopped
Hybrid system may overheat” is dis-
played
The message may be displayed when the
accelerator pedal is depressed to hold the
vehicle while the vehicle is stopped on an
incline, etc. The hybrid system may over-
heat. Release the accelerator pedal and
depress the brake pedal.
■If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery”
is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic
power off function. Next time when starting
the hybrid system, operate the hybrid sys-
tem for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery.
■If “High Power Cons umption Power to
Climate Temporarily Limited” is dis-
played
Turn off unnecessary electronic equipment
to reduce power consumption.
Please wait until the power supply returns to
normal.
■If “Headlight System Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
●The LED headlight system
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
●The automatic headlight leveling system
(if equipped)
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable
See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range system is suspended tempo-
rarily or until the pr oblem shown in the mes-
sage is resolved. (causes and coping
methods: P.176)
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is
shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range system cannot be used tempo-
rarily. Use the system when it becomes
available again.
■If “Front Camera Unav ailable” or “Front
Camera Unavailable See Owner’s
Manual” is displayed
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( P.176, 370)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Automatic High Beam
●RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to

4128-1. Specifications
■Tire dimensionsSection width
Tire height
Wheel diameter
Bead
Sidewall
Shoulder
Tread
Belt
Inner liner
Reinforcing rubber
Carcass
Rim lines
Bead wires
Chafer This information has been prepared in
accordance with regulations issued by
the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration of the U.S. Department
of Transportation.
It provides the purchasers and/or pro-
spective purchasers of Lexus vehicles
with information on uniform tire quality
grading.
Your Lexus dealer will help answer any
questions you may have as you read this
information.
■DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must con-
form to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades. Quality
grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
■Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified government test
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear
one and a half (1 - 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use.
Performance may differ significantly from
the norm due to variatio ns in driving habits,
service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Tire section names
A
B
C
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
Uniform Tire Quality Grading

4138-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they
represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under con-
trolled conditions on specified govern-
ment test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on braking (straight
ahead) traction tests and does not include
cornering (turning) traction.
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudd
en tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of perfor-
mance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Fede ral Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire
assume that it is properly inflated and not
overloaded.
Excessive speed, unde rinflation, or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in combi-
nation, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for three hours or
more, or has not been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that
condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may be inflated,
shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may
be replaced) of hybrid transmissi on, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power se ats, radio and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional engine

447Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 265Air conditioning filter ................................. 341
Automatic air conditioning system ... 265
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...............247 Function .......................................................... 247
Warning light ...............................................366
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ............247
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ............247
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .. 161
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .. 161
Airbags ............................................................... 28 Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................... 31
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................................................ 31
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ......................................365
Air conditioning filter ...................................341
Air conditioning system ............................ 265 Air conditioning filter ................................. 341
Automatic air conditioning system ... 265
Alarm ................................................................... 69 Alarm .................................................................. 69
Warning buzzer ......................................... 364
Anchor brackets ...................................... 43, 51
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................... 110 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)...............247
Function .......................................................... 247
Warning light .............................................. 366
Approach warning...................................... 202
Armrest............................................................ 293
Assist grips ..................................................... 293
Audio system-linked display ........................81
Auto Glide Control ......................................213
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 160
Automatic High Beam ................................162
Automatic light control system................159
Auxiliary box.................................................. 282
Average fuel economy................................. 80
Average vehicle speed ................................ 80
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................. 351
Battery (12-volt battery) ........................... 326 Battery checking ........................................326
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 390
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................253
Warning light .............................................. 365
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 63
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 206
Brake Brake hold .......................................................157
Fluid.................................................................. 404
Parking brake ............................................... 155
Regenerative braking ...................................61
Warning light ...............................................364
Brake assist .....................................................247
Break-in tips.....................................................135
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 206
C
Care ...................................................... 306, 309 Aluminum wheels ..................................... 306

Alphabetical index449
Door courtesy lights ....................................277
Door lockDoors .................................................................. 99
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 110
Wireless remote control........................... 97
Doors ................................................................... 99 Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ............................................................102
Door glasses ..................................................128
Door lock.......................................................... 99
Open door warning bu zzer .......100, 102
Outside rear view mirrors ......................125
Rear door child-protectors ....................102
Drive distance .................................................. 80
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 80
Driver’s seat position memory .................. 118 Driving position memory .......................... 118
Memory recall function ............................. 119
Drive-start control ........................................135
Driving................................................................134 Break-in tips ...................................................135
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving Mode Select switch ................... 212
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ......................251
Procedures ..................................................... 134
Winter drive tips......................................... 253
Driving information display ........................ 80
Driving Mode Select switch...................... 212
Driving range ................................................... 80
Driving support system information display ...............................................................................81
Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range..................................................196Warning message..................................... 204
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys- tem) .................................................................247
Eco drive mode .............................................. 212
EDR (Event data recorder) ........................... 8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 80 Electric motor (traction motor) ................ 60
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function .......................................................... 247
Warning light .............................................. 366
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) .............................................................247
Electronic key .................................................. 96 Battery-saving function................................ 111
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 388
Replacing the battery ...............................346
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................364
If a warning light turns on.......................364
If a warning message is displayed ..... 374
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 390
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 388
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
..........................................................................387
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 385
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ..........................................................................357
If you have a flat tire ..................................378
If you lose your keys .................................387
If you think something is wrong..........362
If your vehicle becomes stuck ............ 398
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 356
If your vehicle needs to be towed .... 359
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 395
Emergency flashers .................................... 356
Energy monitor ............................................... 88
Engine ACCESSORY mode............................... 146
Compartment................................................321
Hood ................................................................. 319
How to start the hybrid system.............143
Identification number ................................ 401
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 385
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 356

Alphabetical index451
Replacing light bulbs..................................351
Headlights aim .............................................. 350
Head restraints ................................................ 121
Head-up display.............................................. 84 Driving information display area........... 84
Driving support system display area .. 86
HUD (Head-up display) switch............85
Hybrid System Indicator ........................... 87
Navigation system-linked display ........ 84
Pop-up display............................................... 86
Settings .............................................................. 85
Heated steering wheel .............................. 273
Heaters Air conditioning system.......................... 265
Heated steering wheel............................ 273
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 266
Seat heaters .................................................. 273
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs..................................351
High-voltage components ......................... 63
Hill-start assist control ................................247
Hood ...................................................................319 Open .................................................................319
Hooks Cargo hooks................................................ 283
Coat hooks ................................................... 295
Grocery bag hooks ................................. 283
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn .................................................................... 124
HUD (Head-up display) switch................ 85
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location............................................................. 63
Specification ................................................. 402
Warning message........................................ 66
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents ............................................................................. 65
Hybrid system .................................................. 60 Emergency shut off system ..................... 66
Energy monitor/consumption screen88
EV drive mode ............................................ 148
High voltage components ....................... 63
Hybrid system precautions ..................... 63 Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..................... 251
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 385
Overheating ................................................ 396
Power (ignition) switch .............................143
Regenerative braking ...................................61
Starting the hybrid system .......................143
Vehicle proximity noti
fication system. 62
Hybrid System Indicator.......................77, 87
Hybrid transmission..................................... 150 Paddle shift switches ....................... 152, 153
S mode ............................................................. 153
I
I/M test ..............................................................316
IdentificationEngine............................................................... 401
Vehicle ........................................................... 400
Ignition switch (power switch) .................143
Auto power off function........................... 146
Changing the power switch modes . 146
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 356
Starting the hybrid system .......................143
Immobilizer system.........................................67
Indicators ............................................................73
Initialization Items to initialize ......................................... 429
Maintenance.......................................312, 323
Power windows ........................................... 128
Tire pressure warning system .............334
Inside rear view mirror ................................ 124
Instrument panel light control ................... 78
Interior lights...................................................277
Intuitive parking assist........................ 214, 215 Function ........................................................... 215
Warning message ....................................... 217
J
JackPositioning a floor jack ............................. 319
Vehicle-equipped jack ........................... 379

Alphabetical index457
Replacing light bulbs..................................351
Theft deterrent system Alarm .................................................................. 69
Immobilizer system...................................... 67
Tire inflation pressure ................................ 338 Maintenance data......................................405
Tire inflation pressu re display function331
Warning light ...............................................368
Tire information ............................................ 409 Glossary........................................................... 413
Size........................................................................411
Tire identification number .........................411
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............. 412
Tire pressure warning system ..................331 Function ............................................................331
Initializing ....................................................... 334
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ...................................... 333
Registering ID codes ............................... 336
Warning light ...............................................368
Tires................................................................... 329 Chains ............................................................. 254
Checking ....................................................... 329
If you have a flat tire .................................. 378
Inflation pressure........................................338
Information ....................................................409
Replacing ....................................................... 378
Rotating tires ..................................................331
Size....................................................................405
Snow tires ...................................................... 253
Spare tire........................................... 378, 405
Tire inflation pressu re display function331
Tire pressure warning system ...............331
Warning light ...............................................368
Tools.................................................................. 379
Top tether strap.................................................51
Total load capacity ......................................400
Towing Dinghy towing ............................................... 142
Emergency towing ...................................359
Towing eyelet ................................................361
Trailer towing ................................................. 142 TRAC (Traction Control) .........................247
Traction battery (hybrid battery) ............. 63
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents.............................................................................65
Location ............................................................. 63
Specification .................................................402
Warning message ........................................ 66
Traction Control (TRAC) .........................247
Traction motor (electric motor) ............... 60
Trailer towing .................................................. 142
Transmission Driving Mode Select switch ................... 212
Hybrid transmission................................... 150
Paddle shift switches ....................... 152, 153
S mode ............................................................. 153
Trip meters ........................................................ 78
Trunk .................................................................. 103 Hands Free Power Trunk Lid............... 106
Internal trunk release lever..................... 107
Power trunk lid ............................................. 103
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................. 105
Trunk closer switch .................................... 106
Trunk easy closer........................................ 107
Trunk features ..............................................283
Trunk grip ....................................................... 107
Trunk light ....................................................... 107
Trunk opener main switch...................... 109
Trunk opener switch ................................. 105
Trunk storage extension......................... 294
Wireless remote control ......................... 105
Trunk light .........................................................107
Turn signal lights ............................................154 Replacing light bulbs ..................... 351, 352
Turn signal lever .......................................... 154
U
USB charging ports.................................... 285
V
Vanity lights.................................................... 284