Battery Lexus ES350 2011 s Workshop Manual

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any
of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
ES350_U
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO
Gap
FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only above spark plugs. Do not adjust gaps for your engine performance or
smooth driveability.
Battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Tire related termMeaning

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Vehicle specifications
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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
data (USA only)After changing engine oilP. 3 8 3
Tire pressure warning
systemWhen changing the tire inflation pres-
sure by changing traveling speed or
load weight, etc.
P. 3 9 5
After reconnecting or performing maintenance on the battery, the follow-
ing items must be initialized for normal system operation.

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Alphabetical index
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Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage .................................................. 501
Battery
Checking ................................................. 391
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 483
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................................191
Bluetooth
® audio..................................262
Bluetooth® phone ................................. 281
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................388
Parking brake ........................................ 134
Brake assist .............................................. 177
Break-in tips .............................................. 119 Care
Exterior....................................................362
Interior .................................................... 365
Seat belts ............................................... 366
Cargo capacity....................................... 187
Cargo hooks............................................ 341
CD changer ............................................ 226
CD player ................................................ 226
Chains ........................................................ 193
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................. 102
Booster seats, installation ............... 109
Convertible seats, definition .......... 102
Convertible seats, installation ....... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 97
Infant seats, definition ........................ 102
Infant seats, installation ..................... 109
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 107
Installing CRS with seat belts ........ 109
Installing CRS with top straps......... 112
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Child safetyAirbag precautions.............................. 92
Battery precautions ............. 392, 485
Child restraint system........................102
Child-protectors ..................................... 41
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 60
Installing child restraints .................. 106
Moon roof precautions ..................... 75
Power window lock switch.............. 68
Power window precautions ............ 70
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ......................... 412
Seat belt comfort guide..................... 58
Seat belt extender precautions ..... 62
Seat belt precautions .......................... 60
Seat heater precautions .....330, 333
Trunk precautions ................................ 46
Child-protectors ....................................... 41
Cigarette lighter....................................328 Cleaning
Exterior ....................................................362
Interior..................................................... 365
Seat belts ............................................... 366
Clock ......................................................... 326
Coat hooks.............................................. 338
Compass .................................................. 349
Condenser ..............................................388
Console box .............................................319
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 486
Cornering assist sensors ...................... 171
Cruise control Cruise control....................................... 155
Dynamic radar crui se control.......158
Cup holders ..............................................321
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 86
Customizable features .........................517

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Daytime running light system............ 149
DefoggerRear window.......................................... 215
Side mirror .............................................. 215
Dimension ................................................492
Dinghy towing ....................................... 204
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ...... 158
Trip information .................................... 143
Warning message ............................ 455
Do-it-yourself maintenance.............. 374
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 314
Wattage .................................................. 501
Doors Door glasses........................................... 68
Door lock ............................... 26, 38, 40
Side mirrors............................................. 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 447
Driving Break-in tips .............................................119
Correct posture .................................... 84
Procedures .............................................. 118
Winter driving tips ................................191
Driving position memory ......................49 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................... 480
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 480
If the engine will not start................ 476
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................478
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................................ 483
If the warning buzzer sounds ......445
If the warning light turns on...........445
If the warning message is
displayed............................................ 455
If you have a flat tire ......................... 467
If you lose your keys ......................... 479
If you think something is
wrong .....................................................441
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 489
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 490
If your vehicle needs to be towed....................................................435
If your vehicle overheats ............... 486DE

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Radar cruise control .............................158
Radiator.................................................... 388
Radio................................................................ 219
Radio data system................................ 220
RDS............................................................ 220
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage .................................................. 501
Rear sunshade....................................... 335
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage .................................................. 501
Rear window defogger ........................ 215
Replacing Electronic key battery .........................411
Fuses .......................................................... 413
Light bulbs .............................................424
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ......................................... 528 Safety Connect......................................353
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ....................... 58
Automatic Locking Retractor.........59
Child restraint system installation............................................ 106
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts .................................... 366
Emergency Locking Retractor ......59
How to wear your seat belt ............. 57
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................................60
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .........................59
Reminder light ..................................... 447
Seat belt extenders ..............................60
Seat belt pretensioners ..................... 58
Seat heaters ................................ 330, 332
Seat position memory ............................ 53
Seat ventilators ...................................... 332
Seating capacity ..................................... 190RS

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Warning messagesDynamic radar
cruise control ...................... 456, 458
Engine oil level ....................................458
Engine oil maintenance..................458
Engine oil pressure........................... 455
Hood .......................................................458
Intuitive parking assist
sensor ..................................... 456, 458
Moon roof ............................................. 458
Open door ...........................................458
Parking brake ......................................458
Pre-collision system ............ 456, 458
Smart access system with
push-button start............................ 464
Steering lock ........................................ 456
Trunk ........................................................ 458
Washer fluid......................................... 458 Washer
Checking ...............................................393
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................... 191
Switch........................................................ 152
Washing and waxing ........................... 362
Weight Cargo capacity .................................... 187
Load limits .............................................. 190
Weight..................................................... 492
Wheels ...................................................... 407
Window glasses ...................................... 68
Window lock switch ............................... 68
Windows Power windows .....................................68
Rear window defogger.................... 215
Washer .................................................... 152
Windshield wipers
Position..................................................... 194
Windshield wipers ............................. 152
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................... 411
Wireless remote control key ..........38
WMA disc ............................................... 233

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 6 7If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 76If the engine will not start
P. 7 9Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 8 3If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 7 8If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 4 8 6If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 7 9If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 8 3If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 0Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 1Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 8 9If the vehicle becomes stuck