ABS Lexus ES300h 2017 User Guide

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Driving
WA R N I N G
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As these
are the systems help ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the TRAC/
VSC systems off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity and have similar tread depths. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated
to the recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different size tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modi fying the suspension will affect the driving
assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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Maintenance and care
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines
on the tank.
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item.
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
Brake fluid
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
WA R N I N G
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces. If
fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, fl ush the affected area with clean water imme-
diately. If you still experien ce discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent ref illing, there may be a serious problem.

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Maintenance and care
Set the new light bulb.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with
the mounting, and insert.
Turn it clockwise to set.
Set the connector.
Shake the bulb base gently to check
that it is not loose, turn the headlight
high beams on once and visually
confirm that no light is leaking
through the mounting.
Install the cover and turn it clock-
wise.
Align the ▲ of the cover to the posi-
tioning mark of the lamp body and
insert and turn it.
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■Front turn signal lights
To allow enough working space,
turn the steering wheel to the
opposite side of the bulb to be
replaced.
Remove the 3 fender liner clips
and 1 screw.
While holding the clamp open,
pull and remove the tabs and
open the fender liner.
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ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (red indicator) and warning buzzer Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic hybrid transmission control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pr etensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

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When trouble arises
WA R N I N G
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehi-
cle will become extremely unstable during br aking, and the ABS system may fail, which
could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and oper-
ate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it
with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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WA R N I N G
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter
may be damaged if not handled correctly.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
•Cruise control
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
•PCS (if equipped) •EPS
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

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Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter ........................ 479
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 388
Humidity sensor ................................. 397
Micro dust and pollen filter ........................................................393
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Function .................................................. 276
Warning light ...................................... 505
Adaptive Front-lighting System
(AFS) ....................................................... 183
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System) ................................................... 183
Air conditioning filter .......................... 479
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ........................ 479
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 388
Humidity sensor ................................ 397
Micro dust and pollen filter ........................................................393 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .......... 43
Airbag precautions for your child ....................................... 39
Airbag warning light ....................... 505
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 43
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 39
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 46
General airbag precautions ........... 39
Locations of airbags.............................37
Modification and disposal of airbags................................................42
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 43
Side airbag precautions .................... 39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 43
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions ......................... 39
SRS airbags ..............................................37
Alarm ............................................................78 Warning buzzer ................................ 505
Anchor brackets.......................................57
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) .......................121
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Function .................................................. 276
Warning light ...................................... 505
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control)........................ 233
Armrest ........................................................411
Assist grip .................................................. 414
Audio input ............................................. 299
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Vanity lightsVanity lights ......................................... 409
Wattage ................................................. 548
Vanity mirrors ........................................... 409
Vehicle data recordings .........................10
Vehicle identification number...........541
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ..................................................... 276
Ventilators (seat ventilators)............ 399
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ............ 276 Warning buzzers
Approach warning ........................... 233
Seat belt reminder............................ 506
Warning lights .......................................... 83 ABS ......................................................... 505
AFS OFF indicator ........................... 507
Brake system ...................................... 505
Electric power steering ................. 506
Low fuel level ...................................... 506
Malfunction indicator lamp.......... 505
Master warning light ....................... 506
Pre-collision system ........................ 506
Seat belt reminder light ................. 506
Slip indicator ....................................... 506
SRS........................................................... 505
Tire pressure ........................................507
Warning messages................................. 511
Washer Checking ...............................................460
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 284
Switch ....................................................... 190
Washing and waxing ...........................434
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