Lexus ES300h 2020 Quick User Guide

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1Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into
the floor mat eyelets.
2Turn 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 di ffer from that shown in the illustration.
Floor Mat Installation
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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Charge area
Shows regeneration
* status. Regener-
ated energy will be used to charge the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
*: When used in this manual, “regenera-
tion” refers to the conversion of energy
created by the movement of the vehicle
into electrical energy.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various conditions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being dr iven in an Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the bar display with in Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be achieved.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceed ed (during full power driving
etc.)
If the shift lever is in N, th e hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged even when
the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left with the shift lever in N for a certain
period of time, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will discharge, and this may result in the
vehicle not being able to start.
Hybrid System
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has charac teristics 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 gaso line engine and an electric motor (traction
motor) according to driving conditions, impr oving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust
emissions.
For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Hybrid System Indicator
A
Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
B
C
D

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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.
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 vibrat ions 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 syst em starts or stops.
● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or so ft clank will be emitted from the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, 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 engi ne starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from th e air intake vent under the rear seat.
Regenerative braking
Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

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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 the 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 2.4 gal. [9.0 L, 2.0 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.)
A message is automatically disp layed 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.
Running out of fuel
Hybrid warning message

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●Smart access system with push-button
start ( P.16)
● Wireless remote control
To take out the mechanical key, push the
release button and take the key out.
The mechanical key can only be inserted in
one direction, as the key only has grooves
on one side. If the key cannot be inserted in
a lock cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt
to insert it.
After using the mechanic al 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.
Locks the doors
Unlocks the doors
Opens the windows and moon roof
(press and hold)
*
Opens the trunk
Sounds the alarm
*: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
Keys
Electronic key
Mechanical key
Wireless remote control
A
B
C
D
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1Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock
the door. Holding the driver’s door
handle for approximately 2 seconds
unlocks all the doors. Grip the passen-
ger’s door handle to unlock all the
doors.
*
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 bechanged.
2Touch 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.
Smart Access System with Push-button Start
The following operations can be performed si mply by carrying the electronic key on your
person, for example in your pocket. The driv er should always carry the electronic key.
For details on starting the hybrid system, see page 19.
Unlocking and locking the doors from the outside

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■Using the outside button
Press the button.
When all the doors are unlocked using one
of the following methods, the trunk can be
opened without the electronic key:
• Entry function
• Wireless remote control
• Door lock switches
• Automatic door unlocking system
• Mechanical key
■Using the Hands Free Power Trunk Lid (vehicles with power trunk lid)
1
While carrying an electronic key, stand with in the smart access system with push-but-
ton start operation range, approximately 11.8 to 19.7 in. (30 to 50 cm) from the rear
bumper.
Kick sensor
Hands Free Power Trunk Lid operation
detection area
Smart access system with push-button
start operation detection area
2Perform a kick operation by moving your foot to within approximately 3.9 in. (10 cm) of
the rear bumper and then pulling it back.Kick sensor
Hands Free Power Trunk Lid operation
detection area
3When the kick sensor detects that your foot is pulled back , a buzzer will sound and the
trunk will automatically fully open.
Opening the trunk
A
B
C
A
B
For details on what to do when the electronic key does not operate properly, see page 95.

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Seat position adjustment
Seatback angle adjustment
Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment
Vertical height adjustment
Lumbar support adjustment
Pelvic support adjustment (if
equipped)
Seat cushion length adjustment (if
equipped)
Front Seats
Adjustment procedure
A
B
C
D
E
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1Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(  P.27)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2Check that the shif t lever is in P.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play. If it is not displayed, the hybrid
system cannot be started.
4Press the power switch shortly and firmly.
When operating the power switch, one short, firm press is enough. It is not necessary to
press and hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the hybr id system will operate normally. Continue
depressing the brake pedal until th e “READY” indicator is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be starte d from any power switch mode.
5Check that the “READY” indicator is illuminated.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
Power (Ignition) Switch
Performing the following operations when ca rrying the electronic key on your person
starts the hybrid system or changes power switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system

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1Stop the vehicle completely.
2Set the parking brake (P.27), and shift the shift lever to P. ( P.23)
3Press the power switch.
4Release the brake pedal an d check that “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is not
shown on the meter.
Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with the brake pedal released. (The
mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)
1Off*
The emergency flashers can be used.
2ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such as
the audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on
the meter.
3ON mode
All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on
the meter.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the hybrid system, the
power switch will be turned to ACCES-
SORY mode, not to off.
Stopping the hybrid system
Changing power switch modes