parking brake Lexus ES300h 2020 Owner's Manual

3TABLE OF CONTENTS
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4-2. Driving proceduresPower (ignition) switch ............... 143
EV drive mode ............................... 148
Hybrid transmission ..................... 150
Turn signal lever............................. 154
Parking brake ................................. 155
Brake Hold....................................... 157
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ............................ 159
Automatic High Beam ................ 162
Windshield wipers and washer 164
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap......... 170
4-5. Using the driving support systems Lexus Safety System + 2.0 ........ 172
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 178
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)......... 185
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .............. 194
Dynamic radar crui se control with
full-speed range.......................... 196
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 206
Driving Mode Select switch ..... 212
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) 214
Intuitive parking assist ................. 215
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function ........................................... 221
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function .......................................... 225
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........................................................... 228
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ............................ 234
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles).......... 240
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) ..................... 244Driving assist systems .................
247
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ......... 251
Winter driving tips ....................... 253
5-1. Remote Touch Remote Touch............................... 258
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge Lexus Climate Concierge........ 263
5-3. Using the air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system.......................................................... 265
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators................... 273
5-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............................ 277
5-5. Using the storage features List of storage features .............. 280
Trunk features ............................... 283
5-6. Using the other interior features Other interior features .............. 284
Garage door opener ................. 296
Compass ......................................... 302
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior................................... 306
Cleaning and protecting

the vehi-
cle interior .................................... 309
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance re quirements .......312
General maintenance................. 313
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care

15Pictorial index
When the warning messages are displayed.......................................................... P.374
Parking brake switch ............................................................................................. P.155
Applying/releasing ........................................................................................................... P.155
Precautions against winter season ............................................................................ P.254
Warning buzzer/message............................................................................................ P.374
Turn signal lever ...................................................................................................... P.154
Headlight switch...................................................................................................... P.159
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights ........................... P.159
Automatic High Beam ......................................................................................................P.162
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................ P.164
Usage.......................................................................................................................................P.164
Adding washer fluid ......................................................................................................... P.3 25
Warning messages .......................................................................................................... P.374
Emergency flasher switch ...................................................................................P.356
Hood lock release lever ........................................................................................ P.319
Tilt and telescopic stee ring control switch/
tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever................................................P.123
Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... .......P.123
Driving position memory
*1...............................................................................................P.118
Air conditioning system .......................................................................................P.265
Usage.......................................................................................................................... ........... P.265
Rear window defogger................................................................................................... P.266
Audio system
*2
Trunk opener main switch ....................................................................................P.109
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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611-4. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
■When accelerating sharply
When the accelerator pedal is
depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
added to that of the gasoline engine via
the electric motor (traction motor).
■When braking (regenerative brak-
ing)
The wheels operate the electric motor
(traction motor) as a power generator,
and the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is charged.
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is
converted to electric energy and decelera-
tion force can be obta ined in conjunction
with the recharging of the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
●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.
■EV indicator
The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-
cle is driven using only the electric motor
(traction motor) or th e gasoline engine is
stopped.
■Conditions in which the gasoline engine
may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops auto-
matically. However, it may not stop auto-
matically in the following conditions
*:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
●During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
●When the temperature of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) is high or low
●When the heater is switched on*: Depending on the circumstances, the
gasoline engine may also not stop auto-
matically in other situations.
■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 rea-
son, be sure to drive the vehicle at least
once every few months for at least 30 min-
utes or 10 miles (16 km ). If the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) becomes fully
discharged and you are unable to start the
hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
 P.392
■After the 12-volt battery has discharged
or when the terminal has been removed
and installed during exchange, etc.
The gasoline engine may not stop even if
the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery). If this continues for a
few days, contact your Lexus dealer.
■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

641-4. Hybrid system
shielding, and therefore emit approxi-
mately the same amount of electromag-
netic waves as conventional gasoline
powered vehicles or home electronic
appliances.
●Your vehicle may cause sound interfer-
ence in some third party-produced radio
parts.
■Hybrid battery (traction battery)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a
limited service life. The lifespan of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) can
change in accordance with driving style and
driving conditions.
WARNING
■High voltage precautions
This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC
systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC
and AC high voltage is very dangerous
and can cause severe burns and electric
shock that may result in death or serious
injury.
●Never touch, disassemble, remove or
replace the high voltage parts, cables
or their connectors.
●The hybrid system will become hot
after starting as the system uses high
voltage. Be careful of both the high
voltage and the high temperature, and
always obey the warning labels
attached to the vehicle.
●Never try to open the service plug
access hole located under the rear
seat (right side). The service plug is
used only when the vehicle is serviced
and is subject to high voltage.
■Road accident cautions
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place to pre-
vent subsequent accidents. While
depressing the brake pedal, apply the
parking brake and sh ift the shift lever
to P to stop the hybrid system. Then,
slowly release the brake pedal.
●Do not touch the high voltage parts,
cables and connectors.
●If electric wires are exposed inside or
outside your vehicle, an electric shock
may occur. Never touch exposed elec-
tric wires.
●If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the
fluid as it may be st rong alkaline elec-
trolyte from the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery). If it comes into contact
with your skin or eyes, wash it off
immediately with a large amount of
water or, if possible, boric acid solu-
tion. Seek immediate medical atten-
tion.
●If electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid
battery (traction battery), do not
approach the vehicle.
Even in the unlikely event that the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
damaged, the internal construction of
the battery will prev ent a large amount
of electrolyte from leaking out. How-
ever, any electrolyte that does leak out
will give off a vapor. This vapor is an
irritant to skin and eyes and could
cause acute poisoning if inhaled.
●Do not bring burning or high-tem-
perature items close to the electrolyte.
The electrolyte may ignite and cause a
fire.
●If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle,
leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not
meant for electric fires. Using even a
small amount of water may be danger-
ous.

732-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
*1: These lights come on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will go off after the hybrid
system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system
if the lights do not come on, or go off.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
*2: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-mation display.
The indicators inform the driver of the
operating state of the vehicle’s various
(Canada) ABS warning light
*1 (
 P.366)
Brake Override System warn-
ing light/Drive-Start Control
warning light
*2 (  P.366)
(red)
Electric power steering system
warning light
*1 ( P.366)
(yellow)
Electric power steering system
warning light
*1 ( P.366)
Low fuel level warning light
(  P.367)
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light
(  P.367)
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights ( P.367)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(  P.368)
(orange)
LTA indicator ( P.368)
(flashes)
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator
*1 (if equipped) ( P.368)
(flashes)
RCTA OFF indicator*1(if
equipped) ( P.369)
(flashes) RCD OFF indicator (if
equipped) (
P.369)
(flashes)
PKSB OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.369)
(flashes or
illuminates)PCS warning light*1 (  P.370)
Slip indicator
*1 (  P.370)
(flashes)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.370)
(flashes)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.370)
(flashes)
Brake hold operated indicator*1
(  P.371)
Hybrid system overheat warn-
ing light
*2(  P.371)
Master warning light
*1
(  P.371)
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does
not come on
Should a safety system light such as the
ABS and SRS warning light not come on
when you start the hybrid system, this
could mean that these systems are not
available to help protect you in an acci-
dent, which could result in death or seri-
ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer immediately if this
occurs.
Indicators

742-1. Instrument cluster
systems.
Turn signal indicator (P.154)
(U.S.A.) Headlight indicator (
P.159)
(Canada) Tail light indicator (
P.159)
Headlight high beam indicator
(  P.161)
Automatic High Beam indicator
(  P.162)
PCS warning light
*1, 2 (  P.178)
Cruise control indicator
(  P.196)
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator ( P.196)
Cruise control “SET” indicator
(  P.196)
(white)
LTA indicator ( P.190)
(green)
LTA indicator ( P.190)
(orange)
(flashes)LTA indicator ( P.190)
BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators
*1, 3 (if equipped)
(  P.206, 221)
BSM indicator (if equipped)
(  P.206)
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator
*1, 2 (if equipped)
(  P.215)
RCTA OFF indicator
*1, 2 (if
equipped) ( P.221)
RCD OFF indicator*2 (if
equipped) ( P.225)
PKSB OFF indicator
*1, 2 (if
equipped) ( P.229)
(flashes)
Slip indicator*1 ( P.247)
VSC OFF indicator
*1, 2
(  P.248)
Smart access system with push-
button start indicator ( P.143)
“READY” indicator ( P.143)
AGC indicator
*4 (  P.213)
EV drive mode indicator
(  P.148)
(U.S.A.) Parking brake indicator
(
 P.155)
(Canada) Parking brake indicator
(
 P.155)
Brake hold standby indicator
*1
(  P.157)
Brake hold operated indicator
*1
(  P.157)
EV indicator ( P.61)
Low outside temperature indi-
cator
*5 (  P.76)
(U.S.A.) “AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-
tor
*1, 6 (
 P.37)

872-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
message or the operating state of a rel-
evant system.
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
( P.178)
 Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
( P.215)
 Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) (if equipped)
( P.234)
 Brake Override System ( P.134)
 Drive-Start Control ( P.135)
Details of content di splayed on the head-
up display may differ from that displayed
on the multi-information display. For
details, refer to the explanation of each sys-
tem.
■/ icons
These icons are linked to the multi-
information display
: Master warning icon
Displayed when a warning message is dis-
played on the multi-information display.
( P.374)
: Information icon
Displayed when a suggestion pop-up dis-
play ( P.82) or advice pop-up display is
displayed on the multi-information display.
■Warning message
Some warning messages are displayed
when necessary, according to certain
conditions.
Details of content di splayed on the head-
up display may differ from that displayed
on the multi-information display.
■Audio system operation status
Displayed when an audio remote con- trol switch on the steering wheel is
operated.
■Hands-free system status
Displayed when the hands-free system
is operated.
■When a pop-up display is displayed
When a pop-up display is displayed, a cur-
rent display may no long er be displayed. In
this case, the display will return after the
pop-up display disappears.
■Hybrid System Indicator
Charge area
Hybrid Eco area
Eco area
Power area
Displayed content is th e same as that dis-
played on the meter (Hybrid System Indi-
cator). For details, refer to P.77.
■Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolu-
tions per minute.
Hybrid System Indica-
tor/tachometer display area
A
B
C
D

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Driving
Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ..................... 134
Cargo and luggage ................... 139
Vehicle load limits ....................... 141
Trailer towing ............................... 142
Dinghy towing ............................. 142
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ............ 143
EV drive mode ............................ 148
Hybrid transmission .................. 150
Turn signal lever.......................... 154
Parking brake .............................. 155
Brake Hold.................................... 157
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ......................... 159
Automatic High Beam ............. 162
Windshield wipers and washer ......................................................... 164
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap...... 170
4-5. Using the driving support sys- tems
Lexus Safety System + 2.0 ..... 172
PCS (Pre-Collision System).. 178
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...... 185
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ........... 194
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range....................... 196
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .... 206
Driving Mode Select switch .. 212PKSA (Parking Support Alert)
......................................................... 214
Intuitive parking assist .............. 215
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function......................................... 221
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function....................................... 225
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ....................................................... 228
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ......................... 234
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles) ...... 240
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) .................. 244
Driving assist systems.............. 247
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 251
Winter driving tips .................... 253

1344-1. Before driving
4-1.Before driving
■Starting the hybrid system
 P.143
■Driving
1 With the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift lever to D. ( P.151)
2 If the parking brake is in manual
mode, release the parking brake.
(P.155)
3 Gradually release the brake pedal
and gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■Stopping
1 With the shift in D, depress the
brake pedal.
2 If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an
extended period of time, shift the shift lever
to P. ( P.151)
■Parking the vehicle
1 With the shift lever in D, depress the
brake pedal.
2 Set the parking brake ( P.155),
and shift the shift lever to P
( P.151).
3 Press the power switch to stop the
hybrid system.
4 Lock the door, making sure that you
have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as
needed.
■Starting off on a steep uphill
1 Make sure that the parking brake is
set with the brake pedal depressed,
and then shift the shift lever to D.
2 Release the brake pedal and gently
depress the accelerator pedal.
3 Release the parking brake.
■When starting off on a uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate.
(  P.247)
■For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that hybr id vehicles are similar
to conventional vehicles, and it is necessary
to refrain from activi ties such as sudden
acceleration. ( P.251)
■Coasting (Auto Glide Control)
When Eco drive mode is selected, under
certain conditions, Auto Glide Control will
operate automatically and allow the vehicle
coast, enhancing fuel economy. ( P.213)
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because
visibility will be reduced, the windows
may become fogged-up, and the road
will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain,
because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on
an expressway in the rain, because there
may be a layer of wa ter between the tires
and the road surface, preventing the
steering and brakes from operating prop-
erly.
■Restraining the hybrid system output
(Brake Override System)
●When the accelerato r and brake pedals
are depressed at the same time, the
hybrid system output may be restrained.
●A warning message is displayed on the
multi-information display while the sys-
tem is operating. ( P.366)
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be
observed to ensure safe driving:
Driving procedure

1374-1. Before driving
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Driving
WARNING
■If you hear a squealing or scraping
noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors)
Have the brake pads checked and
replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible. Rotor damage may result if the
pads are not replaced when needed. It is
dangerous to drive the vehicle when the
wear limits of the brake pads and/or
those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal
unnecessarily.
If the shift lever is in any position other
than P or N, the vehicle may acceler-
ate suddenly and unexpectedly, caus-
ing an accident.
●In order to prevent accidents due to
the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while
stopped with the “READY” indicator is
illuminated, and apply the parking
brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline,
in order to prevent accidents caused
by the vehicle rolling forward or back-
ward, always depress the brake pedal
and securely apply the parking brake
as needed.
●Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed
while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which
could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.
■When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters,
spray cans, or soft drink cans in the
vehicle when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plas-
tic material of glasses to deform or
crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior
of the vehicle, and may also cause a
short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical
components.
●Do not leave cigarette lighters in the
vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a
place such as the glove box or on the
floor, it may be lit accidentally when
luggage is loaded or the seat is
adjusted, causing a fire.
●Do not attach adhesive discs to the
windshield or windows. Do not place
containers such as air fresheners on
the instrument panel or dashboard.
Adhesive discs or containers may act
as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.
●Do not leave a door or window open if
the curved glass is coated with a met-
allized film such as a silver-colored
one. Reflected sunlight may cause the
glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.
●Always apply the parking brake, shift
the shift lever to P, stop the hybrid sys-
tem and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended
while the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated.
If the vehicle is parked with the shift
lever in P but the parking brake is not
set, the vehicle may start to move, pos-
sibly leading to an accident.
●Do not touch the exhaust pipes while
the “READY” indicator is illuminated
or immediately after turning the hybrid
system off.
Doing so may cause burns.