brake sensor LEXUS ES300h 2021 Owner's Manual

2454-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
*:If equipped
When a pedestrian is detected behind the vehicle while backing up, the brake
pedal is not depressed or is depressed late.
Displays a message to urge the driver
to take evasive action when a pedes-
trian is detected in the detection area
behind the vehicle. (A message will
also be displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display and head-up display (if
equipped).)Pedestrian detection icon
Brake reminder
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians)*
If the rear camera sensor detects a pedestrian behind the vehicle while back-
ing up and the system determines that the possibility of colliding with the
detected pedestrian is high, a buzzer will sound. If the system determines that
the possibility of colliding with the dete cted pedestrian is extremely high, the
brakes will be applied automatically to he lp reduce the impact of the collision.
Examples of system operation
Center Display
A
B

2464-5. Using the driving support systems
■Parking Support Brake function (rear
pedestrians) will operate when
The function will oper ate when the PKSB
OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing
(  P.74, 75) and all of the following condi-
tions are met:
●Hybrid system output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is enabled.
• The vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.
• The shift position is in R.
• The rear camera sensor detects a pedes- trian behind the vehicle while backing up
and the system determines that the possi-
bility of colliding with the detected
pedestrian is high.
●Brake control • Hybrid system output restriction control
is operating.
• The Parking Support Brake determines
that an emergency brake operation is
necessary to avoid a collision with a
pedestrian.
■The Parking Support Brake function
(rear pedestrians) will stop operating
when
The function will stop operating if any of the
following conditions are met:
●Hybrid system output restriction control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.
• The pedestrian is no longer detected behind your vehicle.
●Brake control
• The Parking Support Brake is disabled.
• Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed
since the vehicle was stopped by brake
control.
• The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.
• The pedestrian is no longer detected
behind your vehicle.
■Re-enabling the Parking Support Brake
function (rear pedestrians)
 P.233
■Detection area of the Parking Support
Brake function (rear pedestrians)
The detection area of the Parking Support
Brake function (rear pedestrians) differs
from the detection area of the RCD func-
tion ( P.227). Therefore, even if the RCD
function detects a pedestrian and provides
an alert, the Parking Support Brake func-
tion (rear pedestrians) may not start operat-
ing.
■Situations in which the system may not
operate properly
●Some pedestrians, such as the following,
may not be detected by the Parking Sup-
port Brake function (rear pedestrians),
preventing the function from operating
properly:
• Pedestrians who are bending forward or
squatting
• Pedestrians who are lying down
• Pedestrians who are running
WARNING
■If the Parking Support Brake function
(rear pedestrians) operates unneces-
sarily
Depress the brake pedal immediately
after the Parking Support Brake function
(rear pedestrians) operates. (Operation
of the function is canceled by depressing
the brake pedal.)
■In order to correctly use the Parking
Support Brake function (rear pedes-
trians)
Do not rely solely upon the system.
Depending on the road conditions, vehi-
cle conditions, and weather conditions,
etc., the system may not operate. The
detection capability of the rear camera is
limited. Always driv e while confirming
the safety of the surroundings of the vehi-
cle.
Also, if the PKSB OFF indicator is flash-
ing or the message indicating that the
system is unavailable is displayed over
the camera image, the system cannot be
used. However, even if the indicator is
not flashing or the message is not dis-
played, do not rely solely upon the sys-
tem and make sure to always drive while
directly confirming the safety of your sur-
roundings.

2484-5. Using the driving support systems
■ECB (Electronically Controlled
Brake System)
The electronically controlled system
generates braking force correspond-
ing to the brake operation
■ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the
brakes are applied suddenly, or if the
brakes are applied while driving on a
slippery road surface
■Brake assist
Generates an increased level of brak-
ing force after the brake pedal is
depressed when the system detects a
panic stop situation
■VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding
when swerving sudden ly or turning on
slippery road surfaces
■Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehi-
cle Stability Control)
Provides cooperative control of the
ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS. Helps to maintain directional stability
when swerving on slippery road sur-
faces by controlling steering perfor-
mance.
■Secondary Collision Brake
When the SRS airbag sensor detects a
collision and the system operates, the
brakes and brake lights are automati-
cally controlled to reduce the vehicle
speed and that help reduce the possi-
bility of further damage due to a sec-
ondary collision
■TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and
prevent the drive wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerat-
ing on slippery roads
■Active Cornering Assist (ACA)
Helps to prevent the vehicle from drift-
ing to the outer side by performing
inner wheel brake control when
attempting to accele rate while turning
■Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward move-
ment of the vehicle when starting on an
uphill
■EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce
the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel
■When the TRAC/VSC/ABS systems
are operating
The slip indicator light will flash while the
TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are operating.
Driving assist systems
To keep driving safety and perfor-
mance, the following systems oper-
ate automatically in response to
various driving situations. Be
aware, however, that these systems
are supplementary and should not
be relied upon too heavily when
operating the vehicle.
Summary of the driving assist
systems

2504-5. Using the driving support systems
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard in the
following cases, but it does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the engine
compartment when the brake pedal is
operated.
●Motor sound of the brake system heard
from the front part of the vehicle when
the driver’s door is opened.
●Operating sound heard from the engine
compartment when one or two minutes
passed after the stop of the hybrid sys-
tem.
■Active Cornering Assist operation
sounds and vibrations
When the Active Cornering Assist is oper-
ated, operation sounds and vibrations may
be generated from the brake system, but
this is not a malfunction.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a
motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and
VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems
off, the systems will be automatically re-
enabled in the following situations:
●When the power switch is turned off
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the
TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are
turned off, automatic re-enabling will not
occur when vehicle speed increases.
■Secondary Collision Brake operating
conditions
The system operates when the SRS airbag
sensor detects a collis ion while the vehicle
is in motion.
However, the system does not operate in
any of the following situations.
●The vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10
km/h)
●Components are damaged
■Secondary Collision Brake automatic
cancellation
The system is automatically canceled in any
of the following situations.
●The vehicle speed drops below approxi-
mately 6 mph (10 km/h)
●A certain amount of time elapses during
operation
●The accelerator pedal is depressed a
large amount
■Operating conditions of Active Corner-
ing Assist
The system operates when the following
occurs.
●TRAC/VSC can operate
●The driver is attempting to accelerate
while turning
●The system detects that the vehicle is
drifting to the outer side
●The brake pedal is released
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem
The effectiveness of the EPS system is
reduced to prevent the system from over-
heating when there is frequent steering
input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, re frain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn
the hybrid system off. The EPS system
should return to normal within 10 minutes.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively
when
●The limits of tire gripping performance
have been exceeded (such as exces-
sively worn tires on a snow covered
road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving
at high speed on wet or slick roads.

3707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■RCTA OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■RCD OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■PKSB OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sensor is covered with
dirt, etc. ( P.210)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.223)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the function temporarily cannot be used due to the cam-
era being dirty, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.228, 375)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the PK SB (Parking Support Brake) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a
sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.234, 375)

3727-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Brake hold operated indicator (warning buzzer)
■Hybrid system overheat warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Master warning light (warning buzzer)
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat
belt reminder and warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause th e warning light to
flash and the warning buzzer to sound
even if a passenger is not sitting in the
seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sen-
sor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the air-
bag sensor assembly, fr ont impact sensors,
side impact sensors (front door), side
impact sensors (front), side impact sensors
(rear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s
seat belt buckle switch, front passenger
occupant classification system (ECU and
sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front pas-
senger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt
pretensioners, airbags, interconnecting wir-
ing and power sources. (
P.28)
■Electric power steering system warning
light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes
insufficient or the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system
warning light may come on and the warning
buzzer may sound.
■When the tire pressure warning light
comes on
Inspect the tires to check if a tire is punc-
tured.
If a tire is punctured:  P.379
If none of the tires are punctured:
Turn the power switch off then turn it to ON
mode. Check if the tire pressure warning
light comes on or blinks.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Handling method ( P.397)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate
that the master warning system has detected a malfunction.
 P.375

4288-2. Customization
■RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function* ( P.222)
*:If equipped
■RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function* ( P.227)
*:If equipped
■PKSB (Parking Support Brake)* ( P.229)
*:If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P.265)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert) functionOnOffO
Buzzer volume*Level2Level1OLevel3
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
RCD (Rear Camera Detection)
functionOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
functionOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffOO
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3OO
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC

447What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
In this case, the hybrid system can be
started in a temporary way. ( P.390)
Is the 12-volt battery discharged?
( P.391)
 Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever
by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON mode
( P.153)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.146)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( P.131)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode
(hybrid system is not operating) for
a period of time. ( P.149) 
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.368)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.157)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.365, 375)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.71)
To stop the alarm, turn the power
switch to ON mode, or start the hybrid
system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.375)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.365, 375.
The shift lever cannot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed

450Alphabetical index
C
Care ...................................................... 306, 309Aluminum wheels ......................................306
Exterior ...........................................................306
Interior .............................................................309
Seat belts........................................................309
Cargo capacity...............................................143
Cargo hooks ................................................. 283
Center Display ............................................. 258
Chains .............................................................. 255
Child-protectors........................................... 104
Child restraint system................................... 43 Fixed with a LATCH system ..................50
Fixed with a seat belt....................................47
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
Points to remember .................................... 43
Riding with children ..................................... 43
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 44
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 53
Child safety ....................................................... 43 12-volt battery precautions ....... 327, 394
Airbag precautions...................................... 33
Child restraint system................................. 44
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................ 273
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Moon roof precautions ............................133
Power window lock switch...................... 131
Power window precautions .................... 131
Rear door child-protectors ................... 104
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 43
Trunk precautions ...................................... 105
Cleaning.............................................. 306, 309 Aluminum wheels ......................................306
Exterior ...........................................................306
Interior .............................................................309
Radar sensor........................................174, 210 Seat belts ....................................................... 309
Clock ........................................................78, 284
Coat hooks..................................................... 295
Compass ......................................................... 302
Condenser ..................................................... 324
Console box ....................................................281
Console box light ..........................................281
Cooling system............................................. 323 Engine overheating.................................. 396
Hybrid system overheating .................. 397
Cornering lights .............................................163 Replacing light bulbs ................................352
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................... 198
Cup holder .......................................................281
Current fuel consumption .......................... 82
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .............................. 420
D
Daytime running light system .................... 161
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.....................266
Rear window ................................................266
Windshield ....................................................266
Dimension ...................................................... 402
Dinghy towing.................................................144
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................... 208
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................... 198
Energy monitor ..............................................90
Head-up display............................................86
Intuitive parking assist ................................216
LTA (Lane-Tracing Assist) .....................192
Multi-information display ........................... 81
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians)...............................................245
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........ 227
RCTA............................................................... 222
Warning message .....................................375

456Alphabetical index
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ............................................................... 216
Parking brake.................................................. 157 Operation........................................................ 157
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer.......................................................................... 158
Warning light ................................................. 371
Warning message...................................... 158
Parking lights .................................................... 161 Light switch ...................................................... 161
Parking Support Brake function (rear- crossing vehicles) ........................... 229, 241Function ............................................................ 241
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) ..................................... 229, 245Function .......................................................... 245
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ..............................................229, 235Function .......................................................... 235
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .................... 180 Function ........................................................... 180
PCS OFF switch ..........................................182
Warning light ................................................. 371
Personal lights................................................277
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ................215
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)............. 229 Warning message..................................... 234
Power control unit.......................................... 64
Power control unit coolant ...................... 323 Capacity .........................................................405
Checking ....................................................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 254
Power easy access system ........................120
Power outlet .................................................. 284
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system).......................................................... 248 Warning light ............................................... 367
Power switch ...................................................145 Auto power off function ...........................149
Changing the power switch modes . 148
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 358
Starting the hybrid system ...................... 145
Power trunk lid .............................................. 105
Power windows ............................................. 130 Door lock linked window operation ... 131
Jam protection function ............................. 131
Operation ....................................................... 130
Window lock switch.................................... 131
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .................... 180 Function ........................................................... 180
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 182
Warning light .................................................371
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range).............. 198
Radiator ........................................................... 324
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) .............215 Function .......................................................... 227
Warning message .....................................228
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) 215, 222
RCTA Function .......................................................... 222
Warning message ..................................... 223
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) 215, 222
Rear door sunshades ................................. 293
Rear seats Head restraints..............................................123
Rear side marker lights ................................ 161 Light switch ...................................................... 161
Rear sunshades ............................................ 293
Rear turn signal lights ..................................156 Replacing light bulbs ................................352
Turn signal lever .......................................... 156
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ..............................126
Outside rear view mirrors....................... 127
Rear window defogger ............................. 266
Refueling ........................................................... 172 Capacity ........................................................ 403
Fuel types ...................................................... 403
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened