battery location Lexus ES300h 2019 Owner's Manual (OM33D00U)

923-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
To prevent unintended triggering of the
alarm, unlock the doors using the wireless
remote control and open and close a door
once after the settings have been changed.
(If a door is not opened within 60 seconds
after is pressed, the doors will be
locked again and the alarm will automati-
cally be set.)
In a case that the alarm is triggered, imme-
diately stop the alarm. (P.62)
■Impact detection door lock release sys-
tem
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a
strong impact, all the doors are unlocked.
Depending on the force of the impact or the
type of accident, however, the system may
not operate.
■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flash-
ers flash to indicate that the doors have
been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once;
Unlocked: twice)
Windows and moon roof: A buzzer sounds
to indicate that the windows and moon roof
are opening.
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately
60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked,
the security feature automatically locks the
vehicle again. (However, depending on the
location of the electronic key, the key may
be detected as being in the vehicle. In this
case, vehicle may be unlocked.)
■When the doors cannot be locked by the
lock sensor on the upper part of the
door handle
When the doors cannot be locked even if
the lock sensor on the surface of the door
handle is touched by a finger, touch the lock
sensor with the palm.
If you are wearing gloves, remove them.
■Open door warning buzzer
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when
a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds
continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the
door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehi-
cle once more.
■Setting the alarm
Locking the doors will set the alarm system.
(  P.62)
■Conditions affecting the operation of
the smart access system with push-but-
ton start or wireless remote control
 P.103
■If the smart access system with push-
button start or the wireless remote con-
trol does not operate properly
Use the mechanical key to lock and unlock
the doors. ( P.381)
Replace the key battery with a new one if it
is depleted. ( P.339)
■If the 12-volt batte ry is discharged
The doors cannot be locked and unlocked
using the smart access system with push-
Multi-information display/BeepUnlocking function
Exterior: Beeps 3 times
Interior: Pings once
Holding the driver’s
door handle unlocks
only the driver’s door.
Holding a passenger’s
door handle unlocks all
the doors.
Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings onceHolding a door handle
unlocks all the doors.

1053-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
3
Before driving
times. After this, no recognition signals
will be given.
●Unlocking the vehicle may take more
time if another electronic key is within the
effective range.
●If the door handle becomes wet while the
electronic key is within the effective
range, the door may lock and unlock
repeatedly. In this case, follow the follow-
ing correction procedures to wash the
vehicle:
• Place the electronic key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or more away from the vehicle.
(Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)
• Set the electronic key to battery-saving
mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P.103)
●If the electronic key is inside the vehicle
and a door handle becomes wet during a
car wash, a message may be shown on
the multi-information display and a
buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To
turn off the alarm, lock all the doors.
●The lock sensor may not work properly if
it comes into contact with ice, snow, mud,
etc.
Clean the lock sensor and attempt to
operate it again.
●A sudden approach to the effective
range or door handle may prevent the
doors from being unlocked. In this case,
return the door handle to the original
position and check that the doors unlock
before pulling the door handle again.
■When the vehicle is not driven for
extended periods
●To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not
leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m)
of the vehicle.
●The smart access syst em with push-but-
ton start can be deactivated in advance.
●Battery-saving mode can reduce the
power consumption of electronic keys.
(  P.103)
■To operate the system properly
●Make sure to carry the electronic key
when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the out-
side of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding
condition of the elec
tronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the
system may not operate properly. (The
alarm may go off accidentally, or the door
lock prevention function may not oper-
ate.)
●Do not leave the electr onic key inside the
trunk.
The key confinement prevention function
may not operate, depending on the loca-
tion of the key (close to a spare tire, the
inside edge of the trunk), conditions
(inside a metal bag, close to metallic
objects) and the radio waves in the sur-
rounding area. ( P.99)
■If an electronic key does not work prop-
erly
●Locking and unloc king the doors and
opening the trunk: P.381
●Starting the hybrid system: P.383
■Customization
Settings (e. g. smart access system with
push-button start) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.412)
If the smart access system with push-button
start has been deactivated in a customized
setting, refer to the explanations for the fol-
lowing operations.
●Locking and unloc king the doors and
opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or
mechanical key. ( P.91, 97, 381)
●Starting the hybrid system and changing
power switch modes: P.383
●Stopping the hybrid system: P.137

3236-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
The 12-volt battery is located on the
right-hand side of the trunk.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery pro-
duces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, observe the fol-
lowing precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt battery
installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the 12-volt
battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-
volt battery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the 12-volt battery. If this hap-
pens, use the wireless remote control or
the mechanical key to lock/unlock the
doors.
●Start the hybrid system with the power
switch in ACCESSORY mode. The
hybrid system may not start with the
power switch turned off. However, the
hybrid system will operate normally from
the second attempt.
●The power switch mode is recorded by
the vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the power
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than
washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine anti-
freeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the
vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as
damaging the pump leading to problems
of the washer fluid not spraying.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as neces-
sary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed
on the label of the washer fluid bottle.
12-volt battery
Location

3697-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
In some situations, the master warning light and warning buzzer may not oper-
ate as specified. In this case, follow the instructions displayed in the warning
message.
 If a warning light comes on or flashes at the same time that a warning message is
displayed, take corrective actio n according to the warning light. ( P.358)
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below
may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check the level
of the engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a
level surface and check to see if the mes-
sage disappears.
■If “Hybrid System Stopped Steering
Power Low” is displayed
This message is displayed if the hybrid sys- tem is stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, gr
ip the steering wheel
firmly and operate it using more force than
usual.
■If “Hybrid system overheated Output
power reduced” is displayed
This message may be displayed when driv-
ing under severe operat ing conditions. (For
example, when driving up a long steep hill.)
Handling method: P.388
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be Pro-
tected Refrain From the Use of N Posi-
tion” is displayed
This message may be displayed when the
shift lever is in N.
As the hybrid battery (traction battery) can
not be charged when the shift lever is in N,
shift the shift lever to P when the vehicle is
stopped.
Warning buzzer*Warning
Comes onSounds
Indicates an important situation, such as when a sys-
tem related to driving is ma lfunctioning or that dan-
ger may result if the co rrection procedure is not
performed
FlashesSoundsIndicates a situation, such as when damage to the
vehicle or danger may result
Comes onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of electri-
cal components, their condition, or indicates the
need for maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an operation has
been performed incorrectly, or indicates how to
perform an operation correctly

441What to do if... (Troubleshooting)441Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 253Air conditioning filter ...............................338
Automatic air conditioning system ... 253
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 236 Function .......................................................... 236
Warning light ...............................................360
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 236
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 236
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .152
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .152
Airbags ............................................................... 28 Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................... 31
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................................................ 31
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ......................................359
Air conditioning filter ................................. 338
Air conditioning system ............................ 253 Air conditioning filter ...............................338
Automatic air conditioning system ... 253
Alarm ................................................................... 62 Alarm .................................................................. 62
Warning buzzer ........................................ 358
Anchor brackets ...................................... 43, 51
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ..................................................102 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 236
Function ..........................................................236
Warning light .............................................. 360
Approach warning........................................193
Armrest..............................................................281
Assist grips .......................................................281
Audio system-linked display ...................... 75
Auto Glide Control .................................... 203
Automatic headlight leveling system ..... 151
Automatic High Beam ................................153
Automatic light control system............... 150
Auxiliary box.................................................. 270
Average fuel economy..................................74
Average vehicle speed .................................74
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................344
Battery (12-volt battery) ........................... 323 Battery checking ........................................ 323
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 384
Preparing and checking before winter.....242
Warning light .............................................. 359
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 56
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................... 197
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 148
Fluid.................................................................. 398
Parking brake ............................................... 146
Regenerative braking ................................. 54
Warning light .............................................. 358
Brake assist .................................................... 236
Break-in tips..................................................... 127
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 72
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 197
C
Care ...................................................... 300, 303 Aluminum wheels ..................................... 300

445What to do if... (Troubleshooting)Alphabetical index445
Light switch .................................................... 150
Replacing light bulbs................................ 344
Headlights aim .............................................. 343
Head restraints ................................................ 113
Head-up display............................................... 77 Driving information display area............ 77
Driving support system display area .. 79
HUD (Head-up display) switch............ 78
Hybrid System Indicator ...........................80
Navigation system-linked display ......... 77
Pop-up display............................................... 79
Settings .............................................................. 78
Heated steering wheel ................................ 261
Heaters Air conditioning system.......................... 253
Heated steering wheel.............................. 261
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 254
Seat heaters .................................................... 261
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs................................ 344
High-voltage components ......................... 56
Hill-start assist control ............................... 236
Hood ...................................................................316 Open .................................................................316
Hooks Cargo hooks.................................................. 271
Coat hooks ................................................... 283
Grocery bag hooks ................................... 271
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn ..................................................................... 116
HUD (Head-up display) switch................ 78
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location............................................................. 56
Specification .................................................396
Warning message........................................ 59
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents .. 58
Hybrid system .................................................. 53 Emergency shut off system ..................... 59
Energy monitor/consumption screen .81
EV drive mode .............................................139
High voltage components ....................... 56 Hybrid system precautions......................56
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....................240
If the hybrid system will not start ........ 379
Overheating ................................................ 389
Power (ignition) switch ............................ 135
Regenerative braking ................................. 54
Starting the hybrid system ...................... 135
Vehicle proximity noti
fication system.55
Hybrid System Indicator....................... 71, 80
Hybrid transmission....................................... 141 Paddle shift switches ....................... 143, 144
S mode ..............................................................144
I
I/M test ..............................................................313
IdentificationEngine............................................................. 395
Vehicle ............................................................394
Ignition switch (power switch) .................135
Auto power off function............................137
Changing the power switch modes ..137
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 350
Starting the hybrid system ...................... 135
Immobilizer system........................................ 60
Indicators ............................................................67
Initialization Items to initialize ......................................... 423
Maintenance.................................... 309, 320
Power windows ........................................... 120
Tire pressure warning system .............. 331
Inside rear view mirror ................................. 116
Instrument panel light co ntrol ....................72
Interior lights.................................................. 265
Intuitive parking assist.................... 204, 205 Function ......................................................... 205
Warning message ..................................... 207
J
JackPositioning a floor jack ............................. 316

451What to do if... (Troubleshooting)Alphabetical index451
Theft deterrent systemAlarm .................................................................. 62
Immobilizer system...................................... 60
Tire inflation pressure ................................ 334 Maintenance data......................................399
Tire inflation pressure display function .....
328
Warning light ............................................... 362
Tire information ............................................ 403 Glossary......................................................... 407
Size....................................................................405
Tire identification number .....................405
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............406
Tire pressure warning system ................ 328 Function .......................................................... 328
Initializing .........................................................331
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ......................................330
Registering ID codes ............................... 332
Warning light ............................................... 362
Tires................................................................... 326 Chains ............................................................. 243
Checking ....................................................... 326
If you have a flat tire .................................. 372
Inflation pressure........................................ 334
Information ....................................................403
Replacing ....................................................... 372
Rotating tires ................................................ 328
Size....................................................................399
Snow tires ...................................................... 242
Spare tire............................................ 372, 399
Tire inflation pressure display function .....
328
Tire pressure warning system ............. 328
Warning light ............................................... 362
Tools.................................................................. 373
Top tether strap.................................................51
Total load capacity ...................................... 394
Towing Dinghy towing ............................................... 134
Emergency towing ................................... 353
Towing eyelet ..............................................355 Trailer towing .................................................134
TRAC (Traction Control) ........................ 236
Traction battery (hybrid battery) ............. 56 Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents58
Location .............................................................56
Specification ................................................ 396
Warning message ........................................59
Traction Control (TRAC) ........................ 236
Traction motor (electric motor) ............... 53
Trailer towing ..................................................134
Transmission Driving Mode Select switch .................202
Hybrid transmission..................................... 141
Paddle shift switches ....................... 143, 144
S mode ..............................................................144
Trip meters .........................................................72
Trunk .................................................................... 95 Hands Free Power Trunk Lid.................98
Internal trunk release lever....................... 99
Power trunk lid ...............................................95
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 97
Trunk closer switch ......................................98
Trunk easy closer..........................................99
Trunk features ................................................ 271
Trunk grip ......................................................... 99
Trunk light .........................................................99
Trunk opener main switch........................ 101
Trunk opener switch ................................... 97
Trunk storage extension.........................282
Wireless remote control ........................... 97
Trunk light .......................................................... 99
Turn signal lights ............................................145 Replacing light bulbs ....................344, 345
Turn signal lever .......................................... 145
U
USB charging ports.................................... 273