brake LEXUS ES300h 2022 Owners Manual

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4-2. Driving proceduresPower (ignition) switch ............... 148
EV drive mode ............................... 153
Hybrid transmission ..................... 154
Turn signal lever............................. 158
Parking brake ................................. 159
Brake Hold........................................ 161
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ............................ 163
AHB (Automatic High Beam) . 166
Windshield wipers and washer 169
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ......... 174
4-5. Using the driving support systems Lexus Safety System + 2.5 ........ 177
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 182
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)......... 192
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .............. 201
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................... 204
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 214
Driving Mode Select switch ..... 219
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) 221
Intuitive parking assist ................ 222
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function .......................................... 230
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function .......................................... 236
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........................................................... 239
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ............................ 246
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles).......... 249
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) ...................... 251Driving assist systems ................
253
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....... 258
Winter driving tips ....................... 260
5-1. Remote Touch/Display Remote 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
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior................................... 308
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior ....................................... 311
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ....... 314
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care

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tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
 Lexus Safety System + 2.5
 Anti-lock brake system
 SRS airbag system
 Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus
dealer for precautionary measures or
special instructions regarding installa-
tion of a mobile two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables on the
hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic
waves as the conventional gasoline
powered vehicles or home electronic
appliances despite of their electro-
magnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the
reception of the mobile two-way radio.
The vehicle is equipped with sophisti-
cated computers that will record cer-
tain data, such as:
• Engine speed/Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the driving assist systems
• Images from the cameras
Your vehicle is equipped with cam-
eras. Contact your Lexus dealer for
the location of recording cameras
The recorded data varies according to
the vehicle grade level and options with which it is equipped.
These computers do not record con-
versations or sounds, and only record
images outside of the vehicle in certain
situations.

Data Transmission
Your vehicle may transmit the data
recorded in these computers to Lexus
without notification to you.
Data usage
Lexus may use the data recorded in this
computer to diagnose malfunctions, con-
duct research and development, and
improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data
to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or
with the consent of the lessee if the vehi-
cle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
owner
 Recorded image information can be
erased by your Lexus dealer.
The image recording function can be dis-
abled. However, if the function is disabled,
data from when the system operates will
not be available.
To learn more about the vehicle
data collected, used and shared by
Lexus, please visit
www.lexus.com/privacyvts/
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Vehicle data recording

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If your Lexus has Lexus Enform and if
you have subscribed to those services,
please refer to the Lexus Enform
Telematics Subscription Service
Agreement for information on data
collected and its usage.
To learn more about the vehicle
data collected, used and shared by
Lexus, please visit
www.lexus.com/privacyvts/
.
This vehicle is equipped with an event
data recorder (EDR). The main pur-
pose of an EDR is to record, in certain
crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hit-
ting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s sys-
tems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a
short period of time, typically 30 sec-
onds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
 How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
 Whether or not the driver and pas-
senger safety belts were buck-
led/fastened;
 How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
 How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better
understanding of th e circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by
your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash
situation occurs; no data are recorded
by the EDR under normal driving con-
ditions and no personal data (e.g.,
name, gender, age, and crash location)
are recorded. However, other parties,
such as law enforcement, could com-
bine the EDR data with the type of per-
sonally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR,
special equipment is required, and
access to the vehicle or the EDR is
needed. In addition to the vehicle man-
ufacturer, other parties, such as law
enforcement, that have the special
equipment, can read the information if
they have access to the vehicle or the
EDR.
 Disclosure of the EDR data
Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in
an EDR to a third party except when:
• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner
(or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is
obtained
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
However, if necessary, Lexus may:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
Usage of data collected through
Lexus Enform (U.S.mainland on-
ly)
Event data recorder

15Pictorial index
When the warning messages are displayed.......................................................... P.374
Parking brake switch ............................................................................................. P.159
Applying/releasing ........................................................................................................... P.159
Precautions against winter season ..............................................................................P.261
Warning buzzer/message ...................................................................... P.160, 364, 375
Turn signal lever ......................................................................................................P.158
Headlight switch...................................................................................................... P.163
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights ........................... P.163
AHB (Automatic High Beam).......................................................................................P.166
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................ P.169
Usage...................................................................................................................................... P.169
Adding washer fluid ......................................................................................................... P.3 27
Warning messages ............................................................................................... P.327, 375
Emergency flasher switch .................................................................................. P.358
Hood lock release lever........................................................................................P.321
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
*1/
tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
*1............................................. P.126
Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... .......P.126
Driving position memory
*1............................................................................................... P.121
Air conditioning system .......................................................................................P.270
Usage..................................................................................................................................... P.270
Rear window defogger.....................................................................................................P.271
Audio system
*2
Trunk opener main switch ..................................................................................... P.114
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ....................................................................... P.192
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................................................................. P.209
Cruise control switches
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................................... P.204
Audio remote control switches
*
Talk switch*
*
: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Seat ventilator switches
*.....................................................................................P.278
Seat heater switches
*...........................................................................................P.278
Heated steering wheel switch
*..........................................................................P.278
Rear sunshade switch
*..........................................................................................P.295
Remote Touch.........................................................................................................P.264
EV drive mode switch ............................................................................................P.153
Brake hold switch ..................................................................................................... P.161
*: If equipped
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301-1. For safe use
Driver’s seat belt buckle switch
Airbag sensor assembly
“PASSENGER AIR BAG” indicator lights
Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch
Front impact sensors
Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the
US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly
(ECU) controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sen-
sors etc. shown in the system components diagram above. This information
includes crash severity and occupant information. As the airbags deploy, a chemi-
cal reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help
restrain the motion of the occupants.
QIf the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
OSlight abrasions, burns, bruising etc., may
be sustained from SRS airbags, due to the
extremely high speed deployment (infla-
tion) by hot gases.
OA loud noise and white powder will be
emitted.
OParts of the airbag module (steering
wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as
well as the front seats, parts of the front
and rear pillars, and roof side rails, may
be hot for several minutes. The airbag
itself may also be hot.
OThe windshield may crack.
OThe hybrid system will be stopped and
fuel supply to the engine will be stopped.
(  P.65)
OAll of the doors will be unlocked.
( P.105)
OThe brakes and stop lights will be con-
trolled automatically. ( P.253)
OThe interior lights will turn on automati-
cally. ( P.283)
OThe emergency flashers will turn on auto-
matically. ( P.358)
OFor Lexus Enform Safety Connect sub-
scribers, if any of the following situations
occur, the system is designed to send an
emergency call to the response center,
notifying them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to push the “SOS” but-
ton) and an agent will attempt to speak
with the occupants to ascertain the level
of emergency and assistance required. If
the occupants are unable to communi-
cate, the agent automatically treats the
call as an emergency and helps to dis-
patch the necessary emergency services.
(
 P.55)
•An SRS airbag is deployed.
• A seat belt pretensioner is activated.
• The vehicle is involved in a severe rear- end collision.
QSRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS
front airbags)
OThe SRS front airbags will deploy in the
event of an impact that exceeds the set
threshold level (the level of force corre-
sponding to an approximately 12 - 18
mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with
a fixed wall that does not move or
deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be
considerably higher in the following situ-
ations:
• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can
move or deform on impact
• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in which the
front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes
under, the bed of a truck
ODepending on the type of collision, it is
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601-4. Hybrid system
QWhen 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).
QWhen 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.
QRegenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is
converted to electric energy and decelera-
tion force can be obtained in conjunction
with the recharging of the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
OThe accelerator pedal is released while
driving with the shift lever in D or S.
OThe brake pedal is depressed while driv-
ing with the shift lever in D or S.
QEV indicator
The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-
cle is driven using on ly the electric motor
(traction motor) or the gasoline engine is
stopped.
QConditions 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
*:
ODuring gasoline engine warm-up
ODuring hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
OWhen the temperature of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) is high or low
OWhen the heater is switched on
*: Depending on the circumstances, the
gasoline engine may also not stop auto-
matically in other situations.
QCharging 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 reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at
least once every few months for at least 30
minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid
battery (traction battery) becomes fully dis-
charged and you are unable to start the
hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.
QCharging the 12-volt battery
 P.393
QAfter 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
battery (traction battery). If this continues
for a few days, contact your Lexus dealer.
QSounds and vibratio ns 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:
OMotor sounds may be heard from the
engine compartment.
OSounds may be heard from the hybrid
battery (traction battery) under the rear
seats when the hybrid system starts or
stops.
ORelay operating sounds such as a snap or

611-4. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid
battery (traction battery), under the rear
seats, when the hybrid system is started
or stopped.
OSounds from the hybrid system may be
heard when the trunk lid is open.
OSounds may be heard from the transmis-
sion when the gasoline engine starts or
stops, when driving at low speeds, or
during idling.
OEngine sounds may be heard when
accelerating sharply.
OSounds may be heard due to regenera-
tive braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is
released.
OVibration may be felt when the gasoline
engine starts or stops.
OCooling fan sounds may be heard from
the air intake vent under the rear seat.
QMaintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-
posal
Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main-
tenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do
not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV
indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.421)
When driving with the gasoline engine
stopped, a sound, which changes in
accordance with the driving speed, will
be played in order to warn people
nearby of the vehicle’s approach. This
sound may be heard inside the vehicle.
The sound will stop when the vehicle
speed exceeds approximately 22 mph
(35 km/h).
QAcoustic Vehicle Alerting System
In the following cases, the Acoustic Vehicle
Alerting System may be difficult for sur-
rounding people to hear.
OIn very noisy areas
OIn the wind or the rain
QIf “Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
Malfunction Visit your Dealer” is dis-
played on the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
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For safety and security
shielding, and therefore emit approxi-
mately the same amount of electromag-
netic waves as conventional gasoline
powered vehicles or home electronic
appliances.
OYour vehicle may cause sound interfer-
ence in some third party-produced radio
parts.
QHybrid 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.
QStarting the hybrid system in an
extremely cold environment (for vehi-
cles sold in except Canada)
When the hybrid battery (traction battery)
is extremely cold (below approximately -
22°F [-30°C]) under the influence of the
outside temperature, it may not be possible
to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to
start the hybrid system again after the tem-
perature of the hybrid battery increases
due to the outside temperature increase
etc.
WARNING
QHigh 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.
ONever touch, disassemble, remove or
replace the high voltage parts, cables
or their connectors.
OThe 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.
ONever 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.
QRoad accident cautions
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
OPull your vehicle off the road, apply the
parking brake, shift the shift lever to P,
and turn the hybrid system off.
ODo not touch the high voltage parts,
cables and connectors.
OIf electric wires are exposed inside or
outside your vehicle, an electric shock
may occur. Never touch exposed
electric wires.
OIf 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.
OIf your vehicle needs to be towed, do
so with front wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric
motor (traction motor) are on the
ground when towing, the motor may
continue to generate electricity. This
may cause a fire. ( P.361)
OCarefully inspect the ground under the
vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel sys-
tem may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible.

732-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of
malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.364)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.364)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.364)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (  P.364)
Charging system warning
light
*2 (  P.365)
Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light
*2 (  P.365)
(U.S.A.) Malfunction indicator lamp
*1
(  P.365)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
*1
(  P.365)
SRS warning light
*1 (  P.365)
(U.S.A.) ABS warning light
*1 (
 P.366)
(Canada) ABS warning light
*1 (
 P.366)
Inappropriate pedal operation
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
*2 (  P.367)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(  P.368)
(orange)
LTA indicator*2 ( P.368)
(flashes)
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator
*1 (if equipped) ( P.368)
(flashes)
RCTA OFF indicator*1
(  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)