battery Lexus ES350 2016 s / Owner's Guide

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2574-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
■Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than 3 seconds
while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on an d the “Traction Control Turned Off” will be
shown on the multi- information display.
*
Press again to turn the systems back on.
*: On vehicles with pre-collision system, pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision brak-
ing will also be disabled. The PCS warning light will come on and the message will be
shown on the multi-information display. ( P. 1 8 3 )
■When the message is displayed on the mu lti-information display showing that TRAC
has been disabled even if the VSC OFF switch has not been pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■When the battery is disconnected
The steering wheel may move fr om its straight forward position, but this will be corrected
automatically when driving.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC and hill-start assist
control systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is
depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to
move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these sys-
tems.
●Any of the following condit ions may occur when the above systems are operating.
None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slig htly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down s lightly after the ABS is activated.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems
After turing the TRAC and VSC systems of f, the systems will be automatically re-
enabled in the following situations:
●When the engine switch is turned off
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases.
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will not occur
when vehicle speed increases.

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for
the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and brand, and that chains match the size of
the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle
ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehi-
cle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevail-
ing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle

2725-1. Basic Operations
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NOTICE
■To prevent Lexus Display Audio controller malfunction
●Do not allow the Lexus Display Audio controller to come into contact with food, liq-
uid, stickers or lit cigarettes as doing so may cause it to change color, emit a strange
odor or stop functioning.
●Do not subject the Lexus Display Audio controller to excessive pressure or strong
impact as the controller may bend or break off.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer th an necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.
■To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids on the audio system.

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3075-6. Using an external device
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Lexus Display Audio system
■About iPod
●“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to an iPod , or iPhone, respectively, and has been certi-
fied by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
●Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety
and regulatory standards. Please note that th e use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone
may affect wireless performance.
●iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., reg-
istered in the U.S. and other countries.
■iPod cover art
●Depending on the iPod and songs in the iPod, iPod cover art may be displayed.
●This function can be changed to on/off. (P. 2 8 8 )
●It may take time to display iPod cover art, and the iPod may not be operated while the
cover art display is in process.
■iPod functions
●When an iPod is connected and the audio sour ce is changed to iPod mode, the iPod will
resume play from the same poin t in which it was last used.
●Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functions may not be
available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as opposed to a system spec-
ification), disconnecting the device and reconnecting it may resolve the problem.
●Depending on the iPod, while connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated
with its own controls. It is necessary to use the controls of the vehicle’s audio system
instead.
●When the battery level of an iPod is very low, the iPod may not operate. If so, charge the
iPod before use.
●Compatible models (P. 3 0 9 )

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)5-8. Bluetooth
® Audio
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Lexus Display Audio system
Listening to Bluetooth® Audio
When a Bluetooth® device cannot be connected, check the connection status
on the “Bluetooth
* Audio” screen. If the device is not connected, either register
or reconnect the device. ( P. 3 1 7 , 3 1 9 )
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
You can check indicators, such as, signal strength and battery charge on the
screen.
Connection status
Battery charge
Depending on the type of portable
audio player used, some titles may not
be displayed.
The Bluetooth® audio system enables the user to enjoy music played on a por-
table player from the vehicle speakers via wireless communication.
Status display
1
2
IndicatorsConditions
Connection statusGood Not connected
Battery chargeFull Empty

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)5-9. Bluetooth
® Phone
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Lexus Display Audio system
Using a Bluetooth® Phone
Before making a phone call, check the connection status, battery charge, call
area and signal strength. (
P. 326)
If a Bluetooth
® device cannot be connected, chec k the connection status. If the
device is not connected, either register or reconnect it. (
P. 3 1 7 , 3 2 0 )
To display the screen shown below, press the off-hook switch on the steering
wheel or select “Phone” on the “Menu” screen. Phone name
Bluetooth
® connection status
( P. 3 2 6 )
Display the call history screen
( P. 3 2 9 )
Display the favorites screen
( P. 3 2 8 )
Display the contacts screen ( P. 3 2 7 )
Display the dial pad screen ( P. 3 2 7 )
Display the message inbox screen ( P. 3 3 4 )
The hands-free system is a function that allows you to use your cellular phone
without touching it.
This system supports Bluetooth
®. Bluetooth® is a wireless data system that
allows the cellular phone to wirelessly connect to the hands-free system and
make/receive calls.
Phone top screen
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

3265-9. Bluetooth® Phone
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◆Te l e p h o n e s w i t c h ( P. 3 3 6 )
◆Microphone
The vehicle’s built-in microphone is
used when talking on the phone.
The person you are speaking to can
be heard from the front speakers.
To use the hands-free system, you must register your Bluetooth
® phone in the
system. ( P. 3 1 7 )
You can check indicators such as signal strength and battery charge on any
screen.
Connection status
Signal strength
Battery charge
Status display
1
2
3
IndicatorsConditions
Connection status
GoodPo o rNot connected
Battery charge
FullEmpty
Signal strength
ExcellentPoor

ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)
3455-11. Bluetooth®
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Lexus Display Audio system
In other situations
Even though all conceivable measures have been taken, the symptom status does not
change.
The cellular phone is not close enough to this system.
Bring the cellular phone closer to this system.
The cellular phone is the most likely cause of the symptom.
 Turn the cellular phone off, remove an d reinstall the battery pack, and then
restart the cellular phone.
 Enable the cellular phone’s Bluetooth
® connection.
 Stop the cellular phone’s security so ftware and close all applications.
 Before using an application installed on the cellular phone, carefully check its
source and how its operation might affect this system.

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)5-11. Bluetooth
®
Bluetooth®
■When using the Bluetooth® audio system
●In the following situations,
the system may not function.
• If the portable audio player is turned off
• If the portable audio player is not connected
• If the portable audio player’s battery is low
●There may be a delay if a cellular phon e connection is made during Bluetooth® audio
play.
●Depending on the type of portable audio play er that is connected to the system, opera-
tion may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system is mu ted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
●If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
If the Bluetooth® phone is too close to the system, quality of the sound may deteriorate
and connection status may deteriorate.
●In the following situations, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
•If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If there is interference from the network of the cellular phone
●Depending on the type phone, cert ain functions may not be available.
■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth®
●If the cellular phone is turned off
●If you are outside of cellular phone service coverage
●If the cellular phone is not connected
●If the cellular phone’s battery is low
●When outgoing calls are controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines, etc.
●When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
●When transferring phonebook data from the cellular phone
■Bluetooth® antenna
The antenna is built into the display.
If the portable audio player or cellular phone is behind the seat or in the glove box or
console box, or is touching or covered by metal objects, the connection status may dete-
riorate.

ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)
3475-11. Bluetooth®
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Lexus Display Audio system
■Battery charge/signal status
●This display may not correspond exactly with the portable audio player or cellular
phone itself.
●This system does not have a charging function.
●The portable audio player or cellular phone battery will be deplet ed quickly when the
device is connected to Bluetooth®.
■When using the Bluetooth® audio and hands-free system at the same time
The following problems may occur.
●The Bluetooth® audio connection may be interrupted.
●Noise may be heard during Bluetooth® audio playback.
■About the contact in this system
The following data is stored for every regi stered cellular phone. When another phone is
connecting, you cannot read the registered data.
●Contact data
●Call history
●Favorite
●Message
When removing a Bluetooth® phone from the system, the above-mentioned data is also
deleted.
■About Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are regis-
tered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by PIONEER
Corporation is under license. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their respective
owners.