battery Lexus ES350 2016 s / Repair Manual

5048-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)
WA R N I N G
■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 each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or
unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jump er cables to come into contact with each
other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead comp ounds. Observe the following precautions when handling
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 vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately
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 bat-
tery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure th at they do not become entangled in the
cooling fans or engine drive belt.

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)9-1. Specifications
Cooling system
Capacity
9.7 qt. (9.2 L, 8.1 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 hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
12-volt 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
lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)
5299-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning 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 numb er of occupants specified
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 con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
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

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)9-2. Customization
■Rear sunshade* (
 P. 3 8 7 )
*: If equipped
■Seat belt reminder ( P. 477)
■Vehicle customization
●When the smart access system with push-but ton start is off, the selecting door to
unlock cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unloc king the doors and the automatic door lock
function is activated, the signals will be generated in accordance with the operation
buzzers and the operation signal (emergency flashers) settings.
■When customizing using Remote Touch or Lexus Display Audio controller
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also,
to prevent battery discharge, leave the engi ne running while customizing the features.
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Reverse operationOnOff——O
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e t h e
reverse operation feature
activates
0.7 seconds
0 second
——O0.9 seconds
1.2 seconds
123
FunctionDefaultsettingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff——O
123
WA R N I N G
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust
gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This
may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

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ES350_OM_OM33B64U_(U)9-3. Initialization
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the battery being reconnecte
d, or maintenance being performed on
the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required (U.S.A. only)• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 4 1 5
Oil maintenance• After the maintenance is per-
formedP. 4 2 9
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire inflationpressure by changing traveling
speed or load weight, etc.
P. 4 3 8

556What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, ne w genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. ( P. 9 1 )
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. ( P. 9 2 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( P. 4 5 1 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( P. 1 5 2 )
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
( P. 1 0 8 )
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
( P. 9 6 )
●The function to prevent the electronic ke y from being left inside the trunk will
operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key out from the trunk.
( P. 1 0 1 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside

557What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 1 5 1 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 1 5 3 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 1 0 6 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 1 5 4 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (P. 500)
●Is the battery discharged? ( P. 5 0 1 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode ( P. 4 9 8 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 1 5 3 )
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 1 2 9 )
●The auto power off function will be oper ated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 1 5 3 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

561Alphabetical index
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Armrest door ......................................... 389
Assist grip ................................................ 390
Audio input...............................................274
Audio system
*....................................... 266
Audio input............................................ 274
AUX port............................................... 274
Bluetooth
® audio .............................. 323
CD player ..............................................299
iPod .......................................................... 306
MP3/WMA disc ...............................299
Optimal use ......................................... 285
Portable music player ....................... 314
Radio ........................................................ 292
Setup menu ........................................... 276
Steering wheel audio switches ............................................... 273
USB memory ........................................ 310
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 364
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................163
Automatic High Beam .........................164
Automatic light control system ....................................................... 161
Automatic transmission .......................156 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 498
AUX port
*...............................................274
Auxiliary box ........................................... 381 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 463
Wattage .................................................520
Battery ...................................................... 433 If the battery is discharged ..................................... 501
Preparing and checking before winter.................................................... 260
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system .........................................315
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ....................... 325
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 432
Parking brake ....................................... 160
Warning light ....................................... 476
Brake assist ............................................. 255
Break-in tips ............................................. 139
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 75
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................ 247
Care Aluminum wheels ..............................409
Exterior .................................................. 408
Interior .........................................................411
Seat belts.................................................. 412
Cargo capacity ....................................... 148
Cargo hooks .......................................... 382
CD player
*............................................. 299
Chains ......................................................... 261
B
C
*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

562Alphabetical index
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Child restraint systemBooster seats, definition ......................51
Booster seats, installation..................60
Convertible seats, definition ..............51
Convertible seats, installation ........ 58
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 44
Infant seats, definition ............................51
Infant seats, installation ...................... 58
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .....................56
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 58
Installing CRS with top tether strap ...........................61
Child safety ................................................ 50 Airbag precautions .............................. 37
Battery precautions ........................... 434, 504
Child restraint system ...........................51
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................31
Installing child restraints.....................55
Moon roof precautions.................... 135
Power window lock switch ............ 129
Power window precautions ............ 131
Rear door child-protectors .............96
Removed electronic key battery precautions...............452
Seat belt extender precautions ........................................... 33
Seat belt precautions .......................... 33
Seat heater precautions.................. 373
Trunk precautions............................... 102 Child-protectors ......................................96
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ..............................409
Exterior .................................................. 408
Interior .........................................................411
Seat belts.................................................. 412
Clock......................................................... 385
Coat hooks ............................................. 390
Condenser................................................ 431
Console box ............................................379
Console box light ..................................379
Consumption screen ............................. 84
Cooling system Engine overheating ......................... 505
Cruise control Cruise control ....................................... 217
Dynamic radar cruise control .....205
Cup holders............................................ 380
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 35
Customizable features ...................... 533
Daytime running light system............ 162
Defogger Front windshield.................................368
Outside rear view mirrors ............368
Rear window........................................368
Dimension ................................................. 512
Dinghy towing .........................................150
Display Dynamic radar cruise control .....205
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .....................196
Multi-information display.................. 78
Trip information ..................................... 85
Warning message............................. 482
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563Alphabetical index
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Display Audio system ......................... 266Display settings ...................................282
Setup menu ........................................... 276
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............421
Door courtesy lights Location ..................................................375
Wattage ................................................. 520
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system......................96
Door glasses ......................................... 129
Door lock ..................................................95
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 126
Rear door child-protector................96
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 115 Driving position memory .................. 116
Memory recall function...................... 117
Power easy access system .............. 115
Driving Break-in tips .......................................... 139
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving mode select switch ..........245
Procedures ............................................ 138
Winter drive tips ................................ 260
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ................................................. 205
Eco drive mode ..................................... 245
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 82
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10 Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function .................................................. 256
Warning light ........................................477
Electronic key ........................................... 90 Battery-saving function ................... 108
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 499
Replacing the battery ........................451
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................................. 476
If a warning light turns on .............. 476
If a warning message is displayed ........................................ 482
If the battery is discharged............. 501
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 499
If the engine will not start ............... 496
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............498
If you have a flat tire ..........................485
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 474
If your vehicle becomes stuck..................................................... 508
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.......... 469
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 470
If your vehicle overheats ............... 505
Emergency flashers ............................ 468
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*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.