brake light LEXUS ES300h 2021 Service Manual

3777-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be Pro-
tected Shift into P to Restart” is dis-
played
This message is displayed when the hybrid
battery (traction battery) charge has
become extremely low because the shift
lever has been left in N for a certain amount
of time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to P and
restart the hybrid system.
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is
displayed
Message is displayed when the driver’s
door is opened with out turning the power
switch off with the shift lever in any position
other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Shift is in N Release accelerator
before shifting” is displayed
The accelerator pedal has been depressed
when the shift lever is in N.
Release the accelerator pedal and shift the
shift lever to D or R.
■If “Accelerator pedal is pressed” is dis-
played
The accelerator pedal has been depressed
when the shift lever is in P.
Release the accelerator pedal.
■If “Press brake when vehicle is stopped
Hybrid system may overheat” is dis-
played
The message may be displayed when the
accelerator pedal is depressed to hold the
vehicle while the vehicle is stopped on an
incline, etc. The hybrid system may over-
heat. Release the accelerator pedal and
depress the brake pedal.
■If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Bat-
tery” is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic
power off function. Next time when starting
the hybrid system, operate the hybrid sys-
tem for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery.
■If “High Power Cons umption Power to
Climate Temporarily Limited” is dis-
played
Turn off unnecessary electronic equipment
to reduce power consumption.
Please wait until the power supply returns
to normal.
■If “Headlight System Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
●The LED headlight system
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
●The automatic headlight leveling system
(if equipped)
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable
See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range system is suspended tempo-
rarily or until the pr oblem shown in the mes-
sage is resolved. (causes and coping
methods: P.178)
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is
shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range system cannot be used tempo-
rarily. Use the system when it becomes
available again.
■If a message that indicates the malfunc-
tion of front camera is displayed
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( P.178, 365)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Automatic High Beam
●RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to
the driven distance on the maintenance

3837-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
2Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one
turn).
3 Turn the tire jack portion by
hand until the notch of the jack is in
contact with the jack point.
The jack point guides are located under
the rocker panel. They indicate the jack
point positions.
4Assemble the jack handle. 5
Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.
6 Remove all the wheel nuts and the
tire.
When resting the tire on the ground, place
the tire so that the wheel design faces up to
avoid scratching the wheel surface.
A
WARNING
■Replacing a flat tire
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the
area around the brakes immediately
after the vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the
disc wheels and the area around the
brakes will be extremely hot. Touching
these areas with hands, feet or other
body parts while changing a tire, etc.
may result in burns.

3857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
5Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all
tools.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by
the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily,
and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation
pressure of the compact spare tire.
( P.407)
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be
reset. ( P.335)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped
with a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflat ion pressure of the
spare tire will not be indicated by the tire
pressure warning sy stem. Also, if you
replace the compact spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light
remains on.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spar e tire compared to
when driving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat fron t tire on a road cov-
ered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the
rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front
tires: 1
Replace a rear tire with the compact
spare tire.
2 Replace the flat front tire with the tire
removed from the rear of the vehicle.
3 Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire
provided is specific ally designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your
compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact
spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a
standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden br aking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly
detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
•EPS
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind spot monitor) (if equipped)
• Automatic high Beam

3877-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.391)
 The 12-volt battery terminal con-
nections may be loose or corroded.
( P.328)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.391)
 One or both of the 12-volt battery
terminals may be disconnected.
( P.328)
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem
cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start,
the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the hybrid sys-
tem if the power switch is functioning
normally.
Do not use this starting procedure
except in cases of emergency. 1
Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(P.157)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Shift the shift lever to P.
3 Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY mode.
4 Press and hold the power switch for
about 15 seconds while depressing
the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be
started using the above steps, the sys-
tem may be malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
The interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
The interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Starting the hybrid system in an
emergency

4068-1. Specifications
■Spark plug
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Ignition system
MakeDENSO FC16HR-Q8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system (12-volt battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):12.0 V or higher
(Turn the power switch off and turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibra-
tion, or ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.3 in. (85 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

4078-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
while the hybrid system is operating.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when the hybrid system is operating. (If the brake
system warning light is illuminated, refer to P.365.)
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system wa rning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If
the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.365.)
Type A
*1: 99 mph (160 km/h) or less
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pushing the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1
to 2 seconds: turns off
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size215/55R17 94V, T155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Front
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Rear
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Spare
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17 x 7 1/2J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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

449Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 265Air conditioning filter ............................... 342
Automatic air conditioning system ... 265
Front seat concentr ated airflow mode
(S-FLOW)................................................... 271
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 248 Function .......................................................... 248
Warning light ............................................... 367
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 248
Acoustic vehicle alerting system ............. 63
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 248
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .163
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .163
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 ......................................366
Air conditioning filter ................................. 342
Air conditioning system ............................ 265 Air conditioning filter ............................... 342
Automatic air conditioning system ... 265
Front seat concentr ated airflow mode
(S-FLOW)................................................... 271
Alarm ..................................................................... 71 Alarm..................................................................... 71
Warning buzzer ........................................ 365
Anchor brackets ..................................... 44, 53
Antennas (smart access system with push-
button start) ................................................... 112
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 248 Function ..........................................................248
Warning light ............................................... 367
Approach warning...................................... 204
Armrest............................................................ 293
Assist grips ..................................................... 293
Audio system-linked display ...................... 83
Auto Glide Control ...................................... 214
Automatic headlight leveling system ....162
Automatic High Beam ................................164
Automatic light control system................. 161
Auxiliary box.................................................. 282
Average fuel economy................................. 82
Average vehicle speed ................................ 82
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................352
Battery (12-volt battery) ........................... 326 Battery checking ........................................326
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..... 391
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................254
Warning light .............................................. 366
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 64
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM).......................208
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 159
Fluid.................................................................. 406
Parking brake ................................................157
Regenerative braking ................................. 62
Warning light .............................................. 365
Brake assist .................................................... 248
Break-in tips..................................................... 137
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................ 80
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).......................208

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

Alphabetical index451
Distance until next engine oil change .... 80
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......................313
Door courtesy lights ....................................277
Door lockDoors.................................................................. 101
Smart access system with push-button start ....................................................................112
Wireless remote control........................... 99
Doors ................................................................... 101 Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ........................................................... 104
Door glasses ................................................. 130
Door lock.......................................................... 101
Open door warning buzzer ....... 102, 104
Outside rear view mirrors ...................... 127
Rear door child-protectors ................... 104
Drive distance .................................................. 82
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 82
Driver’s seat position memory .................120 Driving position memory.........................120
Memory recall function ............................ 122
Drive-start control ........................................ 137
Driving................................................................136 Break-in tips ................................................... 137
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving Mode Select switch................... 213
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................... 252
Procedures .....................................................136
Winter drive tips......................................... 254
Driving information display ........................ 82
Driving Mode Select switch......................213
Driving range ................................................... 82
Driving support system information display ............................................................................. 83
Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range................................................. 198Warning message.....................................206
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys- tem) ................................................................ 248
Eco drive mode ..............................................213 EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Elapsed time ..................................................... 82
Electric motor (traction motor) .................. 61
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function ..........................................................248
Warning light ............................................... 367
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 248
Electronic key .................................................. 98 Battery-saving function.............................. 113
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 389
Replacing the battery ............................... 347
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.................. 365
If a warning light turns on...................... 365
If a warning message is displayed .....375
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..... 391
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 389
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 388
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 386
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ......................................................................... 359
If you have a flat tire .................................. 379
If you lose your keys ................................ 388
If you think something is wrong..........364
If your vehicle becomes stuck ............ 399
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 358
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...... 361
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 396
Emergency flashers ....................................358
Energy monitor ............................................... 90
Engine ACCESSORY mode............................... 148
Compartment................................................321
Hood ................................................................. 319
How to start the hybrid system............ 145
Identification number .............................. 403
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 386