Lexus ES300h 2017 Quick Guide

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OverviewRoof∗
: If equipped
*: Refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Moon roof switches P.94
Personal lights*
Interior lights*
“SOS” button∗ P.86
Garage door opener switches P.84
Inside rear view mirror*
Vanity lights*

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Floor mat installation
Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into
the floor mat eyelets.
Turn the upper knob of each retaining
hook (clip) to secure the floor mats in
place.
*:Always align the marks.
The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the illustration.
Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year
as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet.
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Hybrid System
■Hybrid System Indicator
Po w e r a re a
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven
in an Eco-friendly manner.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
● Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than the sport
mode.
● By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
● Charge area indicates regeneration
* status. Regenerated energy will be used to charge
the battery.
*: When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles.
Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate it
with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction
motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust
emissions.
For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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■Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not
need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a long
time the hybrid battery (traction battery) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to
drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km).
If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start
the hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration
force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
● The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift lever in D or S.
● The brake pedal is depressed while driv ing with the shift lever in D or S.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move with the
“READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift
the shift lever to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are
not a malfunction:
● Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear seats
when the hybrid system starts or stops.
● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery), behind the rear se ats, when the hybrid system is started or
stopped.
● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine starts or stops,
when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is depressed or
as the accelerator pedal is released.
● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent on rear left seat.
■Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the
vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make th e low fuel level warning light go off. If there is
only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount
of fuel is about 3.0 gal. [11.3 L, 2.5 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value
may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.)

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Energy Monitor/Consumption Screen
■Energy monitor
● How to display on the navigation system screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select on the “Menu” screen,
and then select “Fuel Consumption”.
If the “Trip Information” or “Past Record ” screen is displayed, select “Energy”.
● How to display on the Lexus Display Audio screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Info” on the
“Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.
If the “Energy Monitor” screen does not appear, move the controller to the right and
select “Energy”.
You can view the status of your hybrid system on the multi-information display and the
navigation system screen or Lexus Display Audio system screen.
The flow of energy is displayed on the navigation system
screen.
Red: gasoline energy
Amber: electrical energy
Light blue: energy recovery
A light blue arrow appears when regenerative braking
occurs.
The flow of energy is displayed on the Lexus Display Audio
system screen.
Red: gasoline energy
Amber: electrical energy
Light blue: energy recoveryA light blue arrow appears when regenerative braking
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●How to display on the multi-information display
Press or of the meter control switches and select , and then press or
to select the energy monitor display.
■Fuel Consumption
● Trip information
Navigation system screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select on the “Menu” screen,
and then select “Fuel Consumption”.
If the “Trip Information” screen does not appear, select “Trip Information”.
Resetting the consumption data
Fuel consumption in the past 15 min-
utes
Current fuel consumption
Regenerated energy in the past 15
minutes
One symbol indicates 50 Wh. Up to 5
symbols are shown.
Average vehicle speed since the hybrid
system was started
Elapsed time since the hybrid system
was started
Cruising range
Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minute s is divided by color into past averages and
averages attained since the engine switch was last turned to IGNITION ON mode. Use the
displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.
The image is an example only.
The flow of energy is indicated by the movement of the
arrows on the multi-information display.
Red: gasoline energy
Amber: electrical energy
Light blue: energy recovery A light blue arrow appears when regenerative braking
occurs.
The displayed energy flow, battery level, etc. will change in response to the current driving
conditions.
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Lexus Display Audio screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Info” on the
“Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.
If the “Trip Information” screen does not appear, move the controller to the right and select
“Trip Information”.
Fuel consumption in the past 15 min-
utes
Current fuel consumption
Regenerated energy in the past 15
minutes
One symbol indicates 50 Wh. Up to 5
symbols are shown.
Average vehicle speed since the hybrid
system was started
Elapsed time since the hybrid system
was started
Cruising range
● Pa s t re c o r d
Navigation system screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select on the “Menu” screen,
and then select “Fuel Consumption”.
If the “Past Record” screen does not appear, select “Past Record”.
Resetting the past record data
Best recorded fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption
Previous fuel consumption record
Updating the average fuel consump-
tion data
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Lexus Display Audio screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Info” on the
“Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.
If the “Past Record” screen does not appear, mo ve the controller to the right and select “Past
Record”.
Previous fuel consumption record
Current fuel consumption
Best recorded fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into past averages and the average
fuel consumption since the last updated. Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a
reference.
The image is an example only.
■ Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an
improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the multi-
information display, read the message and
follow the instructions.
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Keys
■Electronic key
Smart access system with push-button start
(→ P.1 9 , 2 6 )
Wireless remote control (→ P.1 8 )
■Mechanical key
To take out the mechanical key, push the
release button and take the key out.
After using the mechanical key, store it in
the electronic key. Carry the mechanical
key together with the electronic key. If
the electronic key battery is depleted or
the entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the mechanical
key.
■Wireless remote control
Locks the doors
Unlocks the doors
Opens the windows and moon roof
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Opens the trunk
Sounds the alarm
*: This setting must be customized at your
Lexus dealer.
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Smart Access System with Push-button Start
■Entering and exiting the vehicle
Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock
the door. Grip the passenger’s door
handle to unlock all the doors.
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Make sure to touch the sensor on the
back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the doors are locked.
*: The door unlock settings can be
changed.
Touch the lock sensor (the indentation
on the upper part of the door handle)
to lock all the doors. Check that the door is securely
locked.
■ Opening the trunk
Press the button.
If the vehicle is equipped with power
trunk opener and closer, the trunk lid
automatically opens fully.
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key on your
person, for example in your pocket. The driver should always carry the electronic key.
For details on starting the hybrid system, see page 26.
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For details on what to do when the electronic key does not operate properly, see page 101.