Rear window Lexus ES350 2012 User Guide

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3-2. Using the audio system
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■When the battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
■Reception sensitivity
●It is difficult to maintain perfect radio reception at all times due to the continually
changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding
objects, such as trains and transmitters.
●The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear window. To maintain clear radio
reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic objects to the
antenna wire mounted inside the rear window.
■Receiving XM® Satellite Radio
An XM
® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive broadcasts pro-
vided under a separate subscription. Availability is limited to the 48 contiguous
states and 10 Canadian provinces.
●XM® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe:
U.S.A. 
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.com
or call 1-877-515-3987.
Canada 
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.ca
or call 1-877-515-3987.
●Radio ID
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a prob-
lem. Select “CH000” using , and the receiver's 8-character ID number
will appear.
●Satellite tuner
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accompany-
ing Text Information of XM
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3-7. Other interior features
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■Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
●The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
●The vehicle is in a place where the earth's magnetic field is subject to interfer-
ence by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under a
steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near an intersection,
near a large vehicle, etc.).
●The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
●The battery has been disconnected.
●A door is open.
CAUTION
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
■When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the neigh-
borhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.
NOTICE
■To avoid compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
■To ensure normal operation of the compass
●Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth's
magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
●During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power windows,
etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle inte-
rior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkalineor acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
• Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel's or other interior
part's painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces.
●Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park
the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the upholstery, as
they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and may also
cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to
the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm
water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running par-
allel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1PSB30 APre-collision seat belt
2H-LP CLN30 A
3P- P / S E AT30 APo w e r s e a t
4RR DEF50 ARear window defogger
5ABS NO.230 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle stabil-
ity control system
6FA N M A I N50 AElectric cooling fans
7ABS NO.150 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle stabil-
ity control system
8HTR50 AAir conditioning system
9RR FOG10 A
10ALT-CDS10 AAlternator condenser
11ST30 AStarting system

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15ECU-IG NO. 110 A
Moon roof, seat heaters, power win-
dows, clock, automatic windshield
wiper, electric cooling fans, driving
position memory system, seat position
memory system
16ECU-IG NO. 27. 5 A
Anti-lock brake system, vehicle stabil-
ity control system, traction control sys-
tem, brake assist system, cruise
control system, stop lights, shift lock
control system
17A/C NO. 210 AAir conditioning system, rear window
defogger
18WA S H10 AWindshield washer
19S-HTR20 ASeat heaters, air conditioning system
20GAUGE NO. 110 AEmergency flashers, back-up lights,
rear sunshade, charging system
21WIP25 AWindshield wipers
22H-LP LVL7. 5 AHeadlight leveling system
23IGN10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, SRS airbag system, steering lock
system
24GAUGE NO. 27. 5 AMeters
25ECU-ACC7. 5 AClock, main body ECU
26CIG20 ACigarette lighter
27PWR OUTLET20 APo w e r o u t l e t
28RADIO NO. 27. 5 AAudio system
29MIR HTR15 AOutside rear view mirror defoggers
FuseAmpereCircuit

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Alphabetical index
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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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Light bulbsReplacing............................................... 420
Wattage.................................................. 495
Lights
Door courtesy lights........................... 312
Emergency flasher switch .............430
Fog light switch.....................................154
Hazard light switch ...........................430
Headlights switch ................................149
Interior light switch.............................. 314
Outer foot lights ................................... 312
Personal light switch .......................... 314
Replacing light bulbs........................ 420
Shift lever lighting ................................ 312
Turn signal lever ...................................135
Vanity lights .......................................... 323
Wattage.................................................. 495
Load capacity .......................................... 195
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself ma intenance ......... 370
General maintenance .....................366
Maintenance data..............................486
Maintenance requirements .......... 364
Meter Instrument panel light control .......139
Meters ...................................................... 138
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror....................... 66
Side mirror heater ............................... 213
Side mirrors ............................................. 68
Vanity mirrors...................................... 323
Moon roof ................................................... 73
MP3 disc* ................................................. 231
Multi-information display ................... 144 Noise from under vehicle ......................18
Odometer ................................................ 138
Oil
Engine oil................................................379
Opener
Fuel filler door .........................................78
Hood ........................................................374
Trunk............................................................46
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights................................... 312
Wattage ................................................. 495
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 68
Mirror position memory ..................... 51
Outside temperature display ............146
Overhead console ................................ 318
Overheating, Engine ..........................480
Parking assist sensors........................... 176
Parking brake...........................................136
Parking lights
Switch........................................................ 149
Wattage ................................................. 495
PCS ..............................................................187
Personal lights Switch........................................................ 314
Wattage ................................................. 495
Power outlet ........................................... 327
Power steering fluid ............................385
Power windows ........................................ 70
Pre-collision system ..............................187L
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Radar cruise control ............................. 164
Radiator.................................................... 384
Radio* ......................................................... 217
Radio data system*................................ 218
RDS*............................................................ 218
Rear side marker lightsReplacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Rear sunshade....................................... 333
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Rear window defogger ........................ 213
Replacing Electronic key battery ..................... 407
Fuses ........................................................ 409
Light bulbs ............................................ 420
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ..........................................522
Reset the maintenance
data ......................................................... 365 Safety Connect..................................... 350
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ........................60
Automatic Locking Retractor...........61
Child restraint system installation............................................108
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts .....................................362
Emergency Locking Retractor ........61
How to wear your seat belt .............59
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 62
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ...........................61
Reminder light .......................................441
Seat belt extenders .............................. 62
Seat belt pretensioners ......................60
Seat heaters ................................ 328, 330
Seat position memory ............................ 55
Seat ventilators ......................................330
Seating capacity ..................................... 195RS
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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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”.