battery Lexus ES350 2012 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
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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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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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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Maintenance data
(USA only)After the maintenance is performedP. 365
Tire pressure warning
systemWhen changing the tire inflation pres-
sure by changing traveling speed or
load weight, etc.
P. 3 9 2
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 ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Battery
Checking ............................................... 387
If the vehicle battery is discharged .........................................477
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................196
Bluetooth
® audio* .............................. 260
Bluetooth® phone*..............................279
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 384
Parking brake ........................................ 136
Brake assist .............................................. 182
Break-in tips ...............................................121 Care
Exterior................................................... 358
Interior ...................................................... 361
Seat belts ................................................362
Cargo capacity....................................... 192
Cargo hooks.......................................... 338
CD changer* .......................................... 224
CD player* .............................................. 224
Chains ........................................................ 198
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................. 104
Booster seats, installation ................... 111
Convertible seats, definition .......... 104
Convertible seats, installation ........... 111
Front passenger occupant classification system .........................99
Infant seats, definition ........................ 104
Infant seats, installation ......................... 111
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 109
Installing CRS with seat belts ............ 111
Installing CRS with top straps......... 114
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Child safetyAirbag precautions.............................. 94
Battery precautions ............. 388, 479
Child restraint system....................... 104
Child-protectors ................................... 43
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 62
Installing child restraints .................. 108
Moon roof precautions ...................... 77
Power window lock switch.............. 70
Power window precautions .............72
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ...................... 408
Seat belt comfort guide..................... 60
Seat belt extender precautions ..... 64
Seat belt precautions .......................... 62
Seat heater precautions ...... 328, 331
Trunk precautions ................................ 48
Child-protectors ...................................... 43
Cigarette lighter.................................... 326 Cleaning
Exterior ................................................... 358
Interior....................................................... 361
Seat belts ................................................362
Clock ......................................................... 324
Coat hooks.............................................. 336
Compass .................................................. 346
Condenser .............................................. 384
Console box ............................................. 317
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 480
Cornering assist sensors ..................... 176
Cruise control Cruise control.......................................160
Dynamic radar crui se control....... 164
Cup holders ..............................................319
Curtain shield airbags ...........................88
Customizable features .......................... 511

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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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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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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