LEXUS ES300h 2022 Owners Manual

3797-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
battery (traction battery) are not dirty,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a
hard, flat surface.
 Set the parking brake.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
 Stop the hybrid system.
 Turn on the emergency flashers.
( P.358)
NOTICE
QIf “High Power Co nsumption Power
to Climate Temporarily Limited” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the 12-volt bat-
tery may be deteriorating. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
QIf “Low Auxiliary Battery See
Owner’s Manual” is displayed fre-
quently
The 12-volt battery may have deterio-
rated. As the battery may discharge in
this state when left unattended, have the
battery inspected by your Lexus dealer.
QIf “Maintenance Required For Trac-
tion Battery At Your Dealer” is dis-
played (for vehicles sold in except
Canada)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) is
scheduled to be inspected or replaced.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
OContinuing to drive the vehicle without
having the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) inspected will cause the hybrid
system not to start.
OIf the hybrid system does not start,
contact your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a
spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P.330
WARNING
QIf you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat
tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair, which could result in an
accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle

3807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Wheel nut wrench
Wheel lock key
* (if equipped)
Jack
Jack handle
Spare tire
*: Documentation relating to the wheel lock key, such as the registration and I.D. card, is inside the glove box.
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
A
B
C
D
E
WARNING
QUsing the tire jack
Observe the following precautions.
Improper use of the tire jack may cause
the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack,
leading to death or serious injury.
ODo not use the tire jack for any pur-
pose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.
OOnly use the tire jack that comes with
this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do
not use other tire jacks for replacing
tires on this vehicle.
OPut the jack properly in its jack point.
ODo not put any part of your body under
the vehicle while it is supported by the
jack.
ODo not start the hybrid system or drive
the vehicle while the vehicle is sup-
ported by the jack.

3817-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
When replacing tires on a vehicle with
wheel lock nuts, use the following pro-
cedures to remove and install the
wheel lock nuts. The wheel lock key is
stored in the tray inside the luggage
compartment. Always return the wheel
lock key to its original position after
use, so that it does not get lost.
QRemoval
For ease of removal, the wheel lock nut
should always be the first one loos-
ened.
1 Place the wheel lock key on top of
the wheel lock nut, turning until the
wheel lock key and wheel lock nut
patterns engage. 2
Place the wheel nut wrench on the
wheel lock key, and while applying
pressure on the wheel lock key,
loosen the wheel lock nut.
QInstallation
For ease of installation, the wheel lock
nut should always be the last one tight-
ened.
1 By hand, Install a wheel lock nut on
the wheel to be installed.
2 Place the wheel lock key on top of
the wheel lock nut, turning until the
wheel lock key and wheel lock nut
patterns engage.
3 Place the wheel nut wrench on the
wheel lock key, and while applying
pressure on the wheel lock key,
tighten the wheel lock nut to the
recommended torque.
1 Open the trunk.
2 Pull the lever upwards when lifting
the luggage mat up.
WARNING
ODo not raise the vehicle while some-
one is inside.
OWhen raising the vehicle, do not put an
object on or under the jack.
ODo not raise the vehicle to a height
greater than that required to replace
the tire.
OUse a jack stand if it is necessary to get
under the vehicle.
OWhen lowering the vehicle, make sure
that there is no-one near the vehicle. If
there are people nearby, warn them
vocally before lowering.
Wheel lock nut (if equipped)
NOTICE
Do not use an impact wrench. Using an
impact wrench may cause permanent
damage to wheel lock nut and wheel lock
key. If in doubt about wheel lock applica-
tion, contact your Lexus dealer.
Taking out the jack

3827-2. Steps to take in an emergency
3The lever can be hooked on the
edge of the trunk.
4 Remove the jack.
1 Remove the auxiliary box. 2
Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.
1 Chock the tires.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage to luggage mat
When closing the trunk lid, do not leave
the luggage mat lever hooked on the
edge of the trunk.
Taking out the spare tire
WARNING
QWhen storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other
body parts between the spare tire and
the body of the vehicle.
Replacing a flat tire
Flat tireWheel chock positions
Front left-
hand sideBehind the rear right-hand
side tire
Front right-
hand sideBehind the rear left-hand
side tire
Rear left-
hand sideIn front of the front right-
hand side tire
Rear right-
hand sideIn front of the front left-
hand side tire

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
QReplacing a flat tire
ODo 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.

3847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Remove any dirt or foreign matter
from the wheel contact surface.
If foreign matter is on the wheel contact
surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while
the vehicle is in motion, causing the tire to come off.
2
Install the spare tire and loosely
tighten each wheel nut by hand by
approximately the same amount.
Tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered
portion comes into loose contact with
the disc wheel seat .
3Lower the vehicle.
4 Firmly tighten each wheel nut two
or three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
WARNING
OFailure to follow these precautions
could cause the wheel nuts to loosen
and the tire to fall off, resulting in death
or serious injury.
• Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the wheel
nuts to be excessively tightened, lead-
ing to bolt or disc wheel damage. In
addition, the oil or grease can cause
the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel
may fall off, causing a serious accident.
Remove any oil or grease from the
wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m,
10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after
changing wheels.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically
designed for that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt
holes of the wheel, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the
wheel while the vehicle is moving.
Installing the spare tire
A
B

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.
QThe compact spare tire
OThe 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.
OMake sure to check the tire inflation
pressure of the compact spare tire.
( P.407)
QAfter completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be
reset. ( P.334)
QWhen using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped
with a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflation pressure of the
spare tire will not be indicated by the tire
pressure warning system. Also, if you
replace the compact spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light
remains on.
QWhen the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires.
QIf you have a flat front tire on a road cov-
ered with snow or ice (vehicles with 17-
inch tires)
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
QWhen using the compact spare tire
ORemember that the compact spare tire
provided is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your
compact spare tire on another vehicle.
ODo not use more than one compact
spare tire simultaneously.
OReplace the compact spare tire with a
standard tire as soon as possible.
OAvoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
QWhen 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
• Adaptive Variable Suspension system (if equipped)
• 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)
• AHB (Automatic High Beam)

3867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. ( P.390)
 There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P.174)
 There may be a malfunction in the
immobilizer system. ( P.67)
 There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
 The hybrid system may be malfunc-
tioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc-
tion, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system.
 For vehicles sold in except Canada:
There is a possibility that the tem-
perature of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) is extremely low
(approximately below -22°F [-
30°C]). ( P.63, 148)
WARNING
QSpeed limit when using the compact
spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50
mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed
for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an
accident causing death or serious injury.
QAfter using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.
NOTICE
QBe careful when driving over bumps
with the compact spare tire installed
on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be
careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces.
QDriving with tire chains and the com-
pact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact
spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle
body and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
QWhen replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.
If the hybrid system will not
start
Reasons for the hybrid system not
starting vary depending on the situ-
ation. Check the following and per-
form the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start
even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed.
(  P.148)

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.330)
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.330)
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.159)
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 soun ds 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

3887-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Remove the cover inside the trunk and
pull the lever.
If you lose your keys
New genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer using
another mechanical key and the
key number stamped on your key
number plate. Keep the plate in a
safe place such as your wallet, not in
the vehicle.
NOTICE
QWhen an electronic key is lost
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk
of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Visit your Lexus dealer immediately with
all remaining electr onic keys and the
card key (if equipped) that were pro-
vided with your vehicle.
If the fuel filler door cannot
be opened
If the fuel filler door opener switch
cannot be operated, contact your
Lexus dealer to service the vehicle.
In case where refueling is urgently
necessary, the following proce-
dure can be used to open the fuel
filler door.
Opening the fuel filler door
NOTICE
QWhen opening the fuel filler door
manually
ODo not open the fuel filler door manu-
ally except in an emergency. Fuel may
overflow.
OUsing the lever to open the fuel filler
door may not allow for an adequate
reduction in fuel ta nk pressure before
refueling. To prevent fuel from spilling
out, turn the cap slowly when remov-
ing it.
ODuring refueling, fuel may spill out
from the filler opening due to air being
discharged from inside the fuel tank.
Therefore, fill the fuel tank carefully
and slowly.