lock Lexus ES350 2012 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 28
Wireless remote control .............. 40
Doors.................................................... 42
Trunk..................................................... 46
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ......................................... 50
Driving position memory .............. 51
Seat position memory ................... 55
Head restraints................................. 57
Seat belts ............................................ 59
Steering wheel.................................. 65
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 66
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 68 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 70
Moon roof .......................................... 73
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 78
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .......... 81
Alarm.................................................... 83
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 86
SRS airbags ...................................... 88
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 99
Child restraint systems ............... 104
Installing child restraints ............. 108
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Rear view monitor system • Audio/video system
•Climate control
• Intuitive parking assist

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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system ........ 260
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ............................................ 263
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ........ 268
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player .......... 271
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ............................................... 278
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for mobile phone)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ............................ 279
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phone) ................... 283
Making a phone call ..................... 291
Setting a mobile phone .............. 296
Security and system setup ......... 301
Using the phone book............... 305
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................. 312
• Interior lights ................................ 314
• Personal lights ............................. 314 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features................ 315
• Glove box ..................................... 316
• Console box ................................. 317
• Overhead console .................... 318
• Cup holders.................................. 319
• Auxiliary box ................................ 321
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 322
Vanity mirror .................................. 323
Clock ................................................. 324
Ashtray ............................................. 325
Cigarette lighter ........................... 326
Power outlet ................................... 327
Seat heaters................................... 328
Seat heaters and ventilators ... 330
Armrest ............................................ 332
Rear sunshade ............................... 333
Extended trunk............................. 335
Coat hooks ..................................... 336
Floor mat.......................................... 337
Trunk features............................... 338
Garage door opener................. 340
Compass........................................... 346
Safety Connect ............................ 350

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Door lock switch P. 42
Power window switches P. 70
Pictorial indexInterior
Driving position memory switches
Seat position memory switches∗
P. 51
P. 55
Window lock switch P. 70
Inside door lock button P. 42

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Seat heater switches∗
Seat heater and ventilator switches
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P. 328
P. 330
Automatic transmission shift lever P. 132
Shift lock override button P. 472
Cigarette lighter
Ashtray P. 326
P. 325
Cup holders P. 319
∗: If equipped

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 149
P. 135
P. 154Gauges and meters P. 138
Multi-information display P. 144
Windshield wiper and
washer switch
P. 156
Engine (ignition) switch P. 128
Trunk opener main switch P. 46
Glove box P. 316
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 65
Parking brake pedal P. 136
Audio remote control switches *1P. 257
Hood lock release lever P. 374
Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 392
“AFS OFF” switch ∗ P. 151
Tire pressure warning select switch P. 393
Horn P. 137

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A Without navigation system
Navigation system*2
Clock P. 324
Audio system
P. 214
Air conditioning
system
P. 206
Rear window and out-
side rear view mirror
defoggers
P. 213
Security indicator
P. 81, 83
Emergency flasher
switch
P. 430
Audio system*2
Security indicator
P. 81, 83Emergency flasher
switch
P. 430
Air conditioning
system
*2
With navigation system
∗: If equipped
*1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*2: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
P. 213
Clock P. 324

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Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect elec-
tronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Cruise control system
●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 installation of a mobile two-way radio system.

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys ............................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start ................... 28
Wireless remote control ........ 40
Doors ............................................ 42
Trunk ............................................. 46
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .................................. 50
Driving position memory ......... 51
Seat position memory.............. 55
Head restraints .......................... 57
Seat belts ..................................... 59
Steering wheel........................... 65
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 66
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 68 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows .......................... 70
Moon roof ................................... 73
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 78
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..... 81
Alarm............................................ 83
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 86
SRS airbags ................................ 88
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 99
Child restraint systems ......... 104
Installing child restraints....... 108

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1-1. Key information
Keys
Using the mechanical keyTake out the mechanical key.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart accesssystem with push-button start
(→ P. 2 8 )
• Operating the wireless remote control function
(→ P. 4 0 )
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
■When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch OFF and lock the glove box and the armrest
door as circumstances demand. ( →P. 4 6 , 3 1 6 , 3 3 5 )
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key
number plate. ( →P. 4 7 3 )