LEXUS ES300h 2022 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: LEXUS, Model Year: 2022, Model line: ES300h, Model: LEXUS ES300h 2022Pages: 480, PDF Size: 27.63 MB
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2594-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a 
constant speed. Before stopping at a 
toll booth or similar, allow plenty of 
time to release the accelerator and 
gently apply the brakes. A greater 
amount of electrical energy can be 
regenerated when slowing down.
Use the air conditioning only when 
necessary. Doing so can help reduce 
excessive gasoline consumption. 
In summer: When the ambient tem-
perature is high, use the recirculated 
air mode. Doing so will help to reduce 
the burden on the air conditioning sys-
tem and reduce fuel consumption as 
well. 
In winter: Because the gasoline engine 
will not automatically cut out until it and 
the interior of the vehicle are warm, it 
will consume fuel. Also, fuel consump-
tion can be improved by avoiding 
overuse of the heater.
Make sure to check the tire inflation 
pressure frequently. Improper tire 
inflation pressure can cause poor fuel 
economy. 
Also, as snow tires can cause large 
amounts of friction, their use on dry 
roads can lead to poor fuel economy. 
Use tires that are appropriate for the 
season.Carrying heavy luggage will lead to 
poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying 
unnecessary luggage. Installing a large 
roof rack will also cause poor fuel 
economy.
Since the gasoline engine starts up and 
cuts out automatically when cold, 
warming up the engine is unnecessary. 
Moreover, frequently driving short dis-
tances will cause the engine to repeat-
edly warm up, which can lead to excess 
fuel consumption.
Highway driving
Air conditioning
Checking tire inflation pressure
Luggage
Warming up before driving 
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2604-6. Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to 
the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant/power control unit cool-
ant
•Washer fluid
 Have a service technician inspect 
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four 
snow tires or purchase a set of tire 
chains for the front tires.
*
Ensure that all tires are the specified size 
and brand, and that chains match the size 
of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehi-
cles with 18-inch/19-inch tires.
Perform the following according to the 
driving conditions:
 Do not try to forcibly open a window 
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspection s before driving 
the vehicle in winter. Always drive 
the vehicle in a manner appropriate 
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
 QDriving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of 
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
 OUse tires of the specified size.
 OMaintain the recommended level of air 
pressure.
 ODo not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 
km/h), regardless of the type of snow 
tires being used.
 OUse snow tires on all, not just some 
wheels.
 QDriving with tire chains (vehicles with 
17-inch tires)
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle 
being unable to be driven safely, and may 
cause death or serious injury.
 ODo not drive in excess of the speed 
limit specified for the tire chains being 
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-
ever is lower.
 OAvoid driving on bumpy road surfaces 
or over potholes.
 OAvoid sudden acceleration, abrupt 
steering, sudden braking and shifting 
operations that cause sudden engine 
braking.
 OSlow down sufficiently before entering 
a curve to ensure that vehicle control 
is maintained.
 ODo not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) 
system.
NOTICE
 QRepairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow 
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire 
retailers. 
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires  affects the operation 
of the tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle 
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2614-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour 
warm water over the frozen area to 
melt the ice. Wipe away the water 
immediately to prevent it from 
freezing.
 To ensure proper operation of the 
climate control system fan, remove 
any snow that has accumulated on 
the air inlet vents in front of the 
windshield.
 Check for and remove any excess 
ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s 
roof, chassis, around the tires or on 
the brakes.
 Remove any snow or mud from the 
bottom of your shoes before getting 
in the vehicle.
 QTo protect the windshield wipers
 P.172
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a 
safe distance between you and the 
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced 
speed suitable to road conditions.
 Park the vehicle and move the shift 
lever to P without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may 
freeze up, preventing it from being 
released. If the vehicle is parked 
without setting the parking brake, 
make sure to block the wheels. 
Failure to do so may be dangerous 
because it may cause the vehicle to  move unexpectedly, possibly lead-
ing to an accident.
When the parking brake is in automatic 
mode, release the parking brake after shift-
ing the shift lever to P. (
P.159)
 If the vehicle is left parked with the 
brakes damp in cold temperatures, 
there is a possibility of the brakes 
freezing.
 If the vehicle is parked without set-
ting the parking brake, confirm that 
the shift lever cannot be moved out 
of P
*.
*: The shift lever will be locked if it is 
attempted to be shifted from P to any 
other position without depressing the 
brake pedal. If the  shift lever can be 
shifted from P, there may be a problem 
with the shift lock system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer 
immediately.
Vehicles with 17-inch tires
Use the correct tire chain size when 
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire 
size.
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
WARNING
 QWhen parking the vehicle
When parking the vehicle without apply-
ing the parking brake, make sure to 
chock the wheels. If you do not chock the 
wheels, the vehicle may move unexpect-
edly, possibly resulting in an accident.
Selecting tire chains 
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2624-6. Driving tips
Side chain:0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter
0.39 in. (10 mm) in width
1.18 in. (30 mm) in length
Cross chain:
0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter
0.55 in. (14 mm) in width
0.98 in. (25 mm) in length
Vehicles with 18-inch/19-inch tires
Tire chains cannot be mounted.
Snow tires should be used instead.
Regulations regarding the use of tire 
chains vary depending on location and 
type of road. Always check local regu-
lations before installing chains.
 QTire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when 
installing and re moving chains:
 OInstall and remove tire chains in a safe 
location.
 OInstall tire chains on the front tires. Do not 
install tire chains on the rear tires.
 OInstall tire chains on front tires as tightly  as possible. Retighten chains after driving 
1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
 OInstall tire chains following the instruc-
tions provided with the tire chains.
To enable the windshield wipers to be 
lifted when heavy snow or icy condi-
tions are expected, change the rest 
position of the windshield wipers from 
the retracted position below the hood 
to the service position using the wiper 
lever. (
P.172)
Regulations on the use of tire 
chains (vehicles with 17-inch 
tires)
A
B
C
D
E
F
NOTICE
 QFitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters may not function correctly 
when tire chains are fitted.
Windshield wipers 
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5
5
Interior features
Interior features
5-1. Remote Touch/DisplayRemote Touch ............................ 264
Center Display ........................... 266
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
Lexus Climate Concierge ..... 268
5-3. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system........................................................ 270
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators ................ 278
5-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list......................... 282
5-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features............ 285
Trunk features............................. 288
5-6. Using the other interior features Other interior features ........... 289
Garage door opener............... 298
Compass....................................... 303