seats Lexus ES300h 2017 Owner's Guide

3926-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
■Adjusting the temperature for driv er and passenger seats separately
(“DUAL” mode)
To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform any of the following procedures:
●Press the “DUAL” button.
●Select “DUAL” on the option control screen.
●Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches among (recirculated air mode), automatic and
(outside air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side windows.
Press .
Set to outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. (It may
switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshield is
defogged.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
Other functions

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ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)6-1. Using the air conditio
ning system and defogger
Heated steering wheel∗/seat heaters∗/
seat ventilators
∗
∗
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blow-
ing air from the seats.
WA R N I N G
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use the seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the hybrid system
is off.

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4397-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior part’s
painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the
vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as they
may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contact
with electrical components such as the audio system above or under the floor of the
vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+)
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. ( →P. 2 0 0 )
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the
rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running
parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)7-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (with-
out uneven pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission “Park”
mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift lever is in P, is
the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance
from the floor? ( →P. 5 4 6 )
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? (→ P. 5 4 6 )
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly and locksecurely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function properly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake• Does the parking brake pedal move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on,is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount offree play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering wheel.

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ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)9-1. Spec
ifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire 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 pres-
sureThe 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 manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able 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
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code

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CareAluminum wheels ..............................435
Exterior....................................................434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts ............................................... 438
Cargo capacity........................................165
Cargo hooks .......................................... 407
CD player
*............................................. 322
Chains ....................................................... 285
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....................53
Booster seats, installation.................. 62
Convertible seats, definition ............53
Convertible seats, installation .........60
Front passenger occupant
classification system .........................46
Infant seats, definition ..........................53
Infant seats, installation .......................60
Installing CRS
with LATCH anchors .................... 58
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........60
Installing CRS with top tether strap .........................63
Child safety ................................................ 52 12-volt battery precautions ...........532
Airbag precautions .............................. 39
Child restraint system .........................53
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 33
Installing child restraints..................... 57
Moon roof precautions...................... 151 Power window lock switch.............145
Power window precautions ........... 147
Rear door child-protectors ............... 111
Removed electronic
key battery precautions .............. 482
Seat belt extender
precautions .......................................... 35
Seat belt precautions .......................... 56
Seat heater precautions .................398
Trunk precautions ................................. 117
Child-protectors ....................................... 111
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .............................. 435
Exterior ................................................... 434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts................................................438
Clock...........................................................410
Coat hooks ............................................... 414
Condenser.............................................. 458
Console box........................................... 404
Console box light ................................. 404
Consumption screen ..............................99
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating .......... 533
Cruise control Cruise control ..................................... 238
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 226
Cup holders............................................ 405
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 37
Customizable features ...................... 562
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Enhanced VSC ..................................... 276
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)Function .................................................. 277
Warning light ...................................... 506
EV drive mode......................................... 173
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11
Flat tire ....................................................... 515
Floor mats ................................................... 28
Fluid
Brake ....................................................... 546
Hybrid transmission......................... 546
Washer .................................................. 460
Fog lights
Switch........................................................ 189
Footwell light ..........................................400
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 46
Front personal lights............................. 401
Front seats Adjustment ............................................. 129
Cleaning ................................................. 437
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................ 130
Head restraints..................................... 135
Power easy access system ............ 130
Seat heaters ......................................... 399
Seat position memory....................... 130
Seat ventilators ................................... 399 Front side marker lights
Light switch.............................................182
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 492
Wattage .................................................548
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .......................490
Turn signal lever .................................. 180
Wattage .................................................548
Fuel Capacity ................................................. 542
Fuel gauge ............................................... 86
Information............................................ 549
Refueling .................................................. 194
Type.......................................................... 542
Warning light ...................................... 506
Fuel filler door.......................................... 194
Refueling .................................................. 194
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ...........................196
Fuses.......................................................... 483
Garage door opener............................ 415
Gauges........................................................ 86
Glove box ............................................... 404
Grocery bag hooks..............................407
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SeatsAdjustment ............................................. 129
Adjustment precautions .................. 129
Child seats/child restraint
system installation.............................. 57
Cleaning ................................................. 437
Driving position memory ................ 130
Head restraints..................................... 135
Power easy access system ............ 130
Properly sitting in the seat ................30
Seat heaters ......................................... 399
Seat position memory....................... 130
Seat ventilators ................................... 399
Sensor
Automatic headlight system .......... 183
Humidity sensor ................................. 397
Inside rear view mirror ....................... 141
Intuitive parking assist ........................241
Lexus Safety System+..................... 200
Radar sensor ....................................... 200
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .................................................... 192
Service reminder indicators ............... 82
Shift lever Hybrid transmission........................... 175
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 178
Shift lever light .......................................400
Shift lock system......................................178
Side airbags ............................................... 37 Side marker lights
Light switch.............................................182
Replacing light bulbs ........... 492, 495
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding ........................ 142
Blind Spot Monitor ........................... 268
Linked mirror function when reversing.................................. 143
Mirror position memory ................. 130
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 495
Turn signal lever .................................. 180
Smart access system with push-button start
Antenna location....................................121
Entry functions ..................................... 108
Starting the hybrid system.............. 168
Snow tires .................................................287
Spare tire ...................................................515 Inflation pressure................................ 547
Storage location ...................................516
Spark plug ............................................... 545
Specifications......................................... 540
Speedometer ............................................ 86