warning Lexus ES300h 2015 Owner's Manual

ES350_300h_OM_OM33B36U_(U)
7239-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued
by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Depart-
ment of Transportation.
It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Lexus vehi-
cles 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 conform to Federal Safety Require-
ments 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 conditions on a specified govern-
ment 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 variations in
driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and cli-
mate.
■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 controlled conditions on specified government 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.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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9-1. Specifications
■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 conditions on a specified indoor labora-
tory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires
must meet under the Federal 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, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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9-3. Items to initialize
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation
after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or maintenance
being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required (U.S.A. only)• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 5 3 0
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire infla-tion pressure by changing trav-
eling speed or load weight, etc.
P. 5 6 8

764What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33B36U_(U)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→
P. 6 2 9 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (→ P. 2 3 1 )
Depending on the situation, othe r types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( →P. 626, 636)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 88)
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. 6 3 6 )
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated
and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds wh en leaving the vehicle

765What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33B36U_(U)●
When a warning light turns on or a warning message is dis-
played, refer to P. 626, 636.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the
spare tire. (
→P. 6 5 9 )
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
dirt, or snow. (→ P. 6 9 7 )
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

766Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter ....................... 582
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................464
Humidity sensor ................................. 476
Micro dust and pollen filter ..........................................................471
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Function ................................................... 313
Warning light ....................................... 627
Air conditioning filter .......................... 582
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ....................... 582
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................464
Humidity sensor ................................ 476
Micro dust and pollen filter ..........................................................471 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child ......................................... 41
Airbag warning light ........................ 627
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions ............................................ 41
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................50
General airbag precautions ............. 41
Locations of airbags............................ 38
Modification and disposal of airbags............................................... 45
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 46
Side airbag precautions ...................... 41
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 46
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions ........................... 41
SRS airbags ............................................. 38
Alarm ........................................................... 88 Warning buzzer .....................626, 636
Anchor brackets.......................................62
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ..................... 129
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Function .................................................... 313
Warning light ....................................... 627
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control).........................264
Armrest .....................................................494
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767Alphabetical index
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Armrest door ......................................... 498
Assist grip ................................................500
Audio input.............................................. 359
Audio system
*.......................................350
Audio input........................................... 359
AUX port .............................................. 359
Bluetooth
® audio ................................417
CD player ..............................................387
iPod .......................................................... 395
MP3/WMA disc ...............................387
Optimal use ..........................................370
Portable music player ..................... 404
Radio ........................................................378
Setup menu ............................................ 361
Steering wheel audio switches ...............................................357
USB memory ...................................... 399
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................... 464
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................... 236
Automatic High Beam ....................... 237
Automatic light control system .................................................... 233
Automatic transmission ..................... 222 If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P ............676
AUX port
*.............................................. 359
Auxiliary box .......................................... 487 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 609
Wattage ................................................... 714
Battery (12-volt battery) ......... 557, 562 If the 12-volt battery
is discharged .......................680, 684
Preparing and checking before
winter...................................................... 341
Warning light ....................................... 627
Battery (traction battery) ...................... 77
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system .......................................405
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) .........................419
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................556
Parking brake ........................................ 231
Warning light ...........................626, 628
Brake assist ............................................... 313
Break-in tips .............................................190
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 99
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 328
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

769Alphabetical index
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Cup holders ............................................ 486
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 39
Customizable features ....................... 730
Daytime running light system .......... 235
DefoggerFront windshield .................................470
Outside rear view mirrors .............470
Rear window ........................................470
Dimension ............................................... 700
Dinghy towing........................................ 204
Display Dynamic radar cruise control..... 258
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ....... 275
Multi-information display ................ 102
Trip information ................................... 103
Warning message ............................ 636
Display Audio system .........................350 Display settings ................................... 367
Setup menu ............................................ 361
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 537
Door courtesy lights Location ..................................................479
Wattage ....................................................714
Doors
Automatic door locking and unlocking system.................... 146
Door glasses ..........................................177
Door lock ................................................ 144
Open door warning buzzer............ 131
Open door warning light...............629
Outside rear view mirrors ...............174
Rear door child-protector.............. 145 Driver’s seat position memory..........159
Driving position memory................ 160
Memory recall function .................... 162
Power easy access system .............159
Driving Break-in tips .......................................... 190
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Driving mode select switch ..............311
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............338
Procedures ............................................ 188
Winter drive tips .................................. 341
Dynamic radar cruise control
Function ..................................................258
Warning message................ 638, 645
Eco drive mode........................................ 311
Eco Driving Indicator ...........................109
EDR (Event data recorder).....................11
Electric motor (traction motor).......... 73
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function .................................................... 314
Warning light ....................................... 628
Warning message............................. 639
Electronic key .......................................... 124 Battery-saving function .................... 133
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 677
Replacing the battery ......................584
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

770Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer
sounds..................................................626
If a warning light turns on...............626
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 636
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ........................... 680, 684
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 677
If the engine will not start................ 672
If the hybrid system will not start ................................................674
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P ............676
If you have a flat tire ......................... 659
If you think something is wrong...............................................624
If your vehicle becomes stuck ......................................................697
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 615
If your vehicle needs to be towed .........................................617
If your vehicle overheats .... 688, 691
Emergency flashers ...............................614
Energy monitor ........................................ 114 Engine
Accessory mode ...............................206
Compartment .....................................545
Engine switch ............................205, 212
Hood..........................................................541
How to start the engine..................205
How to start the hybrid system .................................................... 212
Identification number ....................... 702
If the engine will not start ............... 672
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch).................................................... 212
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) .........................205
Overheating..............................688, 691
“POWER” switch. ............................... 212
“START STOP ENGINE” switch ...................................................205
Engine compartment cover..............547
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 707
Checking ...............................................553
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 341
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................................... 97
Engine immobilizer system ................. 84
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 705
Checking ...............................................548
Oil level warning message ........... 644
Oil pressure warning message........................... 637
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................................... 341

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Enhanced VSC .......................................313
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)Function ................................................... 314
Warning light ...................................... 628
Warning message ............................ 639
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11
Flat tire ...................................................... 659
Floor mats ................................................... 28
Fluid Automatic transaxle........................... 710
Brake ........................................................... 711
Hybrid transaxle .................................. 710
Washer .................................................... 561
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .............602, 610
Switch....................................................... 244
Wattage ....................................................714
Footwell light .......................................... 479
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 50
Front personal lights............................480
Front seats Adjustment ............................................. 157
Cleaning .................................................526
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................ 159
Head restraints..................................... 165
Power easy access system ............ 159
Seat heaters ..........................................478
Seat position memory....................... 159
Seat ventilators ....................................478 Front side marker lights
Light switch........................................... 233
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 606
Welcome light illumination
control.................................................... 127
Wattage ................................................... 714
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .......................604
Turn signal lever ................................. 230
Wattage ................................................... 714
Fuel Capacity ................................................. 704
Fuel gauge ................................................97
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 625
Information.............................................. 715
Refueling ................................................ 249
Type.......................................................... 704
Warning light ....................................... 629
Warning messages .......................... 647
Fuel filler door.........................................249
Refueling ................................................ 249
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 252
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 625
Fuses.......................................................... 586
Garage door opener............................501
Gauges......................................................... 97
Glove box ............................................... 484
Glove box light...................................... 484
Grocery bag hooks............................. 488
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