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8197-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
CAUTION
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●Check that the indicator on the “POWER” switch and the “READY” indicator are
off.
●On hybrid vehicles, the gasoline engine may automatically start, or the cooling
fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops. Do not touch or
approach rotating parts such as the fan, which may lead to fingers or clothing
(especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the hybrid system and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid
system.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use commercially available coolant additives.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the engine . Set the parking brake and shift the
shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels to
help provide traction.
Restart the engine .
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while
exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
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8-2. Customization
■Illumination (→P. 603)
FunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized setting
Interior lights illumination
controlOnOff—————O
“Interior Lights Off Timer”
(Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off)
15 seconds
Off
O—O—OO7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation after the
“START STOP ENGINE”
<“POWER”> switch is
turned off
OnOff—————O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff—————O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
OnOff—————O
Footwell lightingOnOff—————O
Outer foot lightsOnOff—————O
“Exterior Lights Off Timer”
(Time elapsed before the
outer foot lights turn off)
15 seconds
Off
O—O—OO7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
“Ambient illumin. (instru-
ment panel)”
(Enable/disable operation
of the ornament lights on
the instrument panel)*
OnOff—O—OOO
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for dim-
ming the meter lights etc.
Standard-2 t o +2——O——O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for
brightening the meter
lights etc.
Standard-2 t o +2——O——O
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8-2. Customization
■Vehicle customization
●When the “Auto Lock by Speed” and “Auto Lock by Shift from P” are both on, the
door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, all the doors will belocked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the doors locked, the “Auto Lock by Speed” would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the “Auto Lock by Speed” will operate.
●When the smart access system with push-button start is off, the “Select Doors to
Unlock” cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the “Auto Relock
Timer” activates, the signals will be generated in accordance with the “Lock/
Unlock Feedback-Tone” and the “Lock/Unlock Feedback-Lights” settings.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P.
Also, to prevent 12-volt battery discharge, leave the engine running
while customizing the features.
CAUTION
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customiza-
tion, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a
closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide
(CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the engine is run-
ning while customizing features.

882What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys
can be made by your Lexus dealer. (→P. 121)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft
increases significantly. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
(→ P. 122)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 7 1 0 )
●Is the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in IGNI-
TION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the “START STOP ENGINE”
<“POWER”> switch off. ( →P. 198, 205)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the elec-
tronic key on your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of
the radio wave. ( →P. 1 3 0 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked

884What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)●
Did you press the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal? (
→P. 1 9 7 , 2 0 4 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 200, 207)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle?
(→ P. 1 2 6 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 201, 208)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a tem-
porary way. ( →P. 803)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 805, 809)
●Is the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in IGNI-
TION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in
IGNITION ON mode ( →P. 8 0 1 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the
brake pedal

885What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle.
(→
P. 200, 207)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat can-
not be operated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 1 7 0 )
●Gasoline vehicles: The auto power off function will be operated
if the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
(the engine is not running) for a period of time. ( →P. 2 0 0 )
●Hybrid vehicles: The auto power off function will be operated if
the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid
system is not operating) for a period of time. ( →P. 207)
The steering wheel cannot be tu
rned after the engine system> is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power win-
dow switches
The “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch is turned off
automatically

886What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→
P. 7 5 4 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (→ P. 222)
Depending on the situation, othe r types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( →P. 751, 761)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 8 4 )
To stop the alarm, turn the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the engine system>.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof
opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
(→ P. 76 1 )
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated
and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds wh en leaving the vehicle

892Alphabetical index
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
Emergency, in case ofIf the 12-volt battery is
discharged ........................... 805, 809
If the electronic key
does not operate properly ....... 802
If the engine will not start................ 797
If the hybrid system will not start ................................................799
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............801
If the warning buzzer sounds................................................... 751
If the warning light turns on............ 751
If the warning message is displayed ..........................................761
If you have a flat tire ..........................784
If you think something is wrong...............................................749
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 820
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............741
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 743
If your vehicle overheats ...... 813, 816
Emergency flashers ............................. 740
Energy monitor ........................................ 110 Engine
Accessory mode ................................ 198
Compartment ..................................... 673
Engine switch ............................197, 204
Hood........................................................669
How to start the engine.................... 197
How to start the hybrid system .................................................. 204
Identification number ....................... 826
If the engine will not start ............... 797
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch).................................................. 204
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) ........................... 197
Overheating................................813, 816
“Power” switch. ................................... 204
“START STOP ENGINE” switch ..................................................... 197
Engine compartment cover..............675
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................. 831
Checking ................................................ 681
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 326
Engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................................93
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 829
Checking ............................................... 676
Oil level warning message ........... 769
Oil pressure warning message........................... 762
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 326

895Alphabetical index
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I/M test ..................................................... 664
IdentificationEngine..................................................... 826
Vehicle ................................................... 825
Ignition switch (“POWER”
switch) .................................................... 204
Ignition switch (“START STOP
ENGINE” switch) ............................... 197
Illuminated entry system ....................605
Immobilizer system........................ 80, 82
Indicators ......................................................91
Initialization Maintenance........................................ 658
Tire pressure warning system............................... 695
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)...................................701
Inside rear view mirror .........................164
Instrument panel light control ............ 94
Interior light............................................. 603
Intuitive parking assist Function ....................................................271
Warning message .................763, 770 Jack
Positioning a floor jack....................670
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 785
Jack handle ................................................. 785
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................................... 175
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................146
Power windows......................................171
Keyless entry Smart access system
with push-button start.................... 123
Wireless remote control..................136
Keys Battery-saving function .................... 129
Electronic key ........................................120
Engine switch ............................197, 204
If the electronic key does not operate properly........802
Key number plate ................................120
Keyless entry ............................... 123, 136
Mechanical key.....................................120
“Power” switch .................................... 204
Replacing the battery ........................710
“START STOP ENGINE” switch ..................................................... 197
Warning buzzer ................................... 127
Wireless remote control key .........136
Knee airbags ............................................. 38
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