ignition Lexus ES300h 2014 Warranty and Services Guide / (OM33A60U) Repair Manual

892What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33A60U_(U)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys
can be made by your Lexus dealer. ( P. 123)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft
increases significantly. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
( P. 1 2 4 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( P. 7 1 9 )
●Is the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in
IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the “START STOP ENGINE”
<“POWER”> switch off. ( P. 202, 209)
●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 pr operly due to the condition of
the radio wave. ( P. 1 3 2 )
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

894What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33A60U_(U)●
Did you press the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal? (
P. 201,
208)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 204, 211)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle?
( P. 1 2 8 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 205, 212)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a tem-
porary way. ( P. 8 1 1 )
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( P. 813, 817)
●Is the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in
IGNITION 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 9 )
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

895What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33A60U_(U)●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle.
(
P. 204, 211)
●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 74 )
●Gasoline vehicles: The auto pow er off function will be operated
if the vehicle is left in ACCE SSORY or IGNITION ON mode
(the engine is not running) for a period of time. ( P. 2 0 4 )
●Hybrid vehicles: The auto power off function will be operated if
the vehicle is left in ACCE SSORY or ON mode (the hybrid
system is not operating) for a period of time. ( P. 211)
The steering wheel cannot be turn
ed 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

896What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33A60U_(U)●
The seat belt remind
er light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 76 2 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 2 2 6 )
Depending on the situation, ot her types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( P. 759, 769)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle op en a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 8 6 )
To stop the alarm, turn the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch to IGNITION ON mo de or start the engine system>.
●Is the electronic key left insid e the vehicle or the moon roof
opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
( P. 76 9 )
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle

902Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds..................................................759
If a warning light turns on...............759
If a warning message is displayed ........................................769
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ................................813, 817
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........810
If the engine will not start............... 805
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 807
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 809
If you have a flat tire .......................... 792
If you think something is wrong............................................... 757
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 828
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......... 749
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................ 751
If your vehicle overheats ..... 821, 824
Emergency flashers ............................. 748
Energy monitor ........................................ 112 Engine
Accessory mode ............................... 202
Compartment ...................................... 681
Engine switch ........................... 201, 208
Hood........................................................ 677
How to start the engine....................201
How to start the hybrid system ..................................................208
Identification number.......................834
If the engine will not start .............. 805
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch)..................................................208
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) ...........................201
Overheating.............................. 821, 824
“Power” switch. ...................................208
“START STOP ENGINE” switch .....................................................201
Engine compartment cover............. 683
Engine coolant Capacity.................................................839
Checking .............................................. 689
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................330
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 95
Engine immobilizer system ................. 82
Engine oil Capacity................................................. 837
Checking ...............................................684
Oil level warning message ............ 777
Oil pressure warning message........................... 770
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................330

904Alphabetical index
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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*.............. 451, 576
Head restraints ........................................162
Headlights Discharge headlights precautions ........................................ 746
Light switch ...........................................228
Replacing light bulbs..............................735, 736, 745
Wattage ................................................. 846
Heaters Air conditioning system
*.................................. 353, 365
Heated steering wheel ....................626
Seat heaters ......................................... 628
Outside rear view mirrors
*..........378
High-voltage components ...................76
Hill-start assist control ........................308
Hood ...........................................................677 Warning message ............................. 774
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 620
Coat hooks .......................................... 635
Grocery bag hooks......................... 620
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 28
Horn ............................................................227
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ...................................76
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents ................. 77 Hybrid system............................................ 72
Emergency shut off system .............. 77
Energy monitor/consumption screen ..................................................... 110
EV drive mode ..................................... 215
High voltage components ................76
Hybrid System Indicator ................... 98
Hybrid system precautions ..............76
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............327
If the hybrid system will not start ...............................................807
Overheating......................................... 824
“Power” (ignition) switch ...............208
Starting the hybrid system.............208
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................................73
Hybrid System Indicator ...................... 98
Hybrid transmission .............................. 221 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 809
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905Alphabetical index
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I/M test ..................................................... 672
IdentificationEngine ..................................................... 834
Vehicle ................................................... 833
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch) ....................................................208
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) .............................. 201
Illuminated entry system ......................613
Immobilizer system.........................82, 84
Indicators .................................................... 93
Initialization Maintenance........................................ 666
Tire pressure warning system................................703
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)...................................710
Inside rear view mirror ........................ 168
Instrument panel light control ............ 96
Interior light................................................ 611
Intuitive parking assist Function .................................................. 275
Warning message ................... 771, 778 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.................... 678
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 793
Jack handle ................................................. 793
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................................... 179
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................149
Power windows.................................... 175
Keyless entry Smart access system with push-button start.................... 125
Wireless remote control..................139
Keys Battery-saving function ......................131
Electronic key ........................................ 122
Engine switch ........................... 201, 208
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 810
Key number plate ................................ 122
Keyless entry ............................... 125, 139
Mechanical key..................................... 122
“Power” switch ....................................208
Replacing the battery ........................ 719
“START STOP ENGINE” switch .....................................................201
Warning buzzer................................... 129
Wireless remote control key .........139
Knee airbags ............................................. 38
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

911Alphabetical index
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Steering lock .......................................... 204Column lock release ....................... 205
Steering lock system warning message .......................... 790
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................. 166
Audio switches
*.................... 448, 573
Heated steering wheel ....................626
Power easy access system ............ 156
Steering wheel position memory.............................. 156
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ........................745
Storage feature .......................................614
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ....... 828
Sun visors ................................................. 622
Sun shade Rear............................................................ 631
Rear door................................................ 631
Roof.............................................................179 Switches
Audio remote control switches
*...............................448, 573
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch ..................................................... 317
Cruise control switch ...................... 248
“DISP” button.......................................... 101
Door lock switches ............................. 142
Driving mode select switch ......... 300
Driving position memory switches ................................................156
Dynamic radar cruise control switch................................... 252
Emergency flashers switch ........... 748
EV drive mode switch ...................... 215
Fog light switch ................................... 238
Garage door opener switches .............................................. 637
Heated steering wheel switch ................................................... 626
Ignition switch........................... 201, 208
Intuitive parking assist...................... 275
Light switches ...................................... 228
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch ................................................... 268
Moon roof switches ........................... 177
Outside rear view mirror switches .................................................. 171
PCS OFF switch ....................................311
Power door lock switch ................... 142
“Power” switch ....................................208
Power window switches .................. 174
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.