Start Lexus ES350 2012 Owner's Manual

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Oil viscosity (5W-30 is explained here as an example):
• The 5W in 5W-30 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity9. 5 q t .
(9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

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NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic convert-
ers causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
●Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in
engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage and should be
corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor hot start-
ing, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.

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6-2. Customization
Customizable features
Settings that can be customized at a dealerThe following table includes some settings that can be customized using
the navigation system display. ( →P. 5 1 6 )
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Smart access
system with
push-button
start
(
→P. 2 8 )
Smart access system with
push-button startONOFF
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)ONOFF
Operation signal
(Buzzer)ONOFF
Your vehicle includes a variety of electr onic features that can be personal-
ized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires spe-
cialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus
dealership.
It is also possible to customize cert ain vehicle features yourself using the
navigation screen.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.

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Multi-information display (→P. 144)
Illumination
(
→P. 3 1 2 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds
OFF
7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedONOFF
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch turned OFF
ONOFF
Front foot well lightingONOFF
Outer foot lightONOFF
Seat belt
reminder
(
→P. 4 4 1 )
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerONOFF
CountryAv a i l a b l e l a n g u a g e s
CanadaEnglish and French
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Settings that can be customized using the navigation system display
You can customize the following settings using the navigation system dis-
play.
(For further information on customizing settings using the navigation sys-
tem display, refer to the Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Smart access
system with
push-button
start
(
→P. 2 8 )
Smart access system with
push-button startONOFF
Smart door unlocking Driver’s doorAll the doors
Time elapsed before auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being
unlocked
60 seconds
OFF
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operating signal
(Emergency flashers)ONOFF
Wi re le ss
remote con-
trol
(
→P. 4 0 )
Unlocking operation
Driver's door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two steps
All doors
unlocked in one
step
Time elapsed before auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being
unlocked
60 seconds
OFF
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)ONOFF

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Daytime running light system............ 152
DefoggerRear window.......................................... 213
Side mirror .............................................. 213
Dimension ............................................... 486
Dinghy towing ....................................... 203
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 164
Trip information .................................... 145
Warning message ............................ 449
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 370
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 312
Wattage ................................................. 495
Doors Door lock ................................28, 40, 42
Door windows ....................................... 70
Side mirrors............................................. 68
Driver's seat belt reminder light ...... 441
Driving Break-in tips ............................................. 121
Correct posture .................................... 86
Procedures ............................................. 120
Winter driving tips .............................. 196
Driving position memory ....................... 51 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 474
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is displayed.............................................449
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 474
If the engine will not start................470
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 472
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ......................................... 477
If the warning buzzer sounds ......439
If the warning light turns on...........439
If you have a flat tire .......................... 461
If you lose your keys ......................... 473
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 437
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 483
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 484
If your vehicle needs to be towed..................................................... 431
If your vehicle overheats ............... 480DE

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Emergency flashersSwitch ......................................................430
Engine Compartment ......................................377
Engine switch.........................................128
Hood........................................................ 374
How to start the engine....................128
Identification number....................... 487
If the engine will not start ............... 470
Ignition switch........................................128
Overheating........................................ 480
Engine compartment cover .............378
Engine coolant Capacity.................................................490
Checking ............................................... 382
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................196
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................................... 138
Engine immobilizer system................... 81
Engine oil Capacity.................................................489
Checking ............................................... 379
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................196
Event data recorder ...............................20
Floor mat .................................................. 337
Fluid Brake........................................................384
Power steering fluid .........................385
Washer ...................................................389
Fog lights Switch ........................................................154
Wattage.................................................. 495 Foot well lighting.....................................312
Front fog lights
Switch........................................................ 154
Wattage ................................................. 495
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 99
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light .......................................441
Front seats Adjustment .............................................. 50
Driving position memory ................... 51
Seat position memory........................ 55
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Fuel Capacity ................................................488
Fuel gauge .............................................. 138
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 438
Gas station information ................. 552
Information ........................................... 496
Refueling ....................................................78
Fuel door ..................................................... 78
Fuel filler door ........................................... 78
Fuel pump shut off system.................438
Fuses .......................................................... 409
Garage door opener .......................... 340
Gas station information ..................... 552
Gauges ...................................................... 138
Glove box ..................................................316
Glove box light ........................................316
Grocery bag hooks .............................338
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SeatsAdjustment............................................... 50
Adjustment precautions....................50
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ........................... 108
Cleaning...................................................361
Driver’s seat position memory......... 51
Front passenger seat position
memory.................................................. 55
Head restraint......................................... 57
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 86
Seat heaters............................. 328, 330
Ventilated seats ..................................330
Service reminder indicators ............. 140
Shift lever Automatic transmission.................... 132
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ....................................472
Shift lever lighting .................................. 312
Shift lock system .................................... 472
Side airbags............................................... 88
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs........................ 420
Switch ........................................................149
Wattage.................................................. 495
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 68
Mirror position memory ..................... 51
Smart access system with push-button start
Entry function.......................................... 28
Starting the engine ..............................128 “SOS” button..........................................350
Spare tire
Inflation pressure ............................... 399
Storage location .................................. 461
Spark plug .................................................491
Specifications ......................................... 486
Speedometer .......................................... 138
Steering wheel Audio switches*..................................257
Power adjustment................................ 65
Steering wheel position memory ................................................... 51
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Storage feature ...................................... 315
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 483
Sun visors ................................................. 322
Sunshade Rear .......................................................... 333
Roof..............................................................75
Switch Emergency flasher switch............. 430
Engine switch ........................................ 128
Fog light switch .................................... 154
Hazard light switch .......................... 430
Ignition switch ....................................... 128
Light switches........................................ 149
Power door lock switch..................... 42
Power window switch ........................70
Window lock switch ............................70
Wiper and washer switch............... 156

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Warning messagesDynamic radar
cruise control .......................450, 452
Engine oil level .................................... 452
Engine oil maintenance.................. 452
Engine oil pressure........................... 449
Hood ....................................................... 452
Intuitive parking assist
sensor ......................................450, 452
Moon roof............................................. 452
Open door ........................................... 452
Parking brake ...................................... 452
Pre-collision system .............450, 452
Smart access system with
push-button start............................ 458
Steering lock ........................................ 450
Trunk ........................................................ 452
Washer fluid......................................... 452 Washer
Checking .............................................. 389
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 196
Switch........................................................ 156
Washing and waxing .......................... 358
Weight Cargo capacity .....................................192
Load limits .............................................. 195
Weight.................................................... 486
Wheels ......................................................403
Window glasses ...................................... 70
Window lock switch ............................... 70
Windows Power windows ..................................... 70
Rear window defogger.....................213
Washer .................................................... 156
Windshield wipers
Position..................................................... 199
Windshield wipers ............................. 156
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................407
Wireless remote control key ..........40
WMA disc* .............................................. 231
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 6 1If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 7 0If the engine will not start
P. 8 1Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 7 7If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 7 2If 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 0If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 7 3If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 7 7If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 2Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 3Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 8 3If the vehicle becomes stuck