windshield wipers Lexus ES350 2017 s User Guide

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ES350_OM_OM33C68U_(U)4-5. Using the driving support systems
WA R N I N G
●If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or covered with
condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the fog, condensation or
ice. (
→P. 3 7 2 )
●If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the windshield in front
of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the wiper insert or wiper
blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.
●Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.
If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not get the camera sensor wet.
●Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor.
●Do not dirty or damage the camera sensor.
When cleaning the inside of the windshield, do not allow glass cleaner to contact the
lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact.
●Do not change the installation position or di rection of the camera sensor or remove it.
●Do not disassemble the camera sensor.
●Do not install an electronic device or device that emits strong electric waves near the
camera sensor.
●Do not modify any components of the vehicle around the camera sensor (inside rear
view mirror, etc.) or ceiling.
●Do not attach any accessories that may obstruct the camera sensor to the hood, front
grille or front bumper. Contact your Lexus dealer for details.
●If a surfboard or other long object is to be mounted on the roof, make sure that it will
not obstruct the camera sensor.
●Do not modify the headlights or other lights.
●Do not install an antenna or attach stickers
(including transparent stickers) or other items
to the area of the windshield in front of the
camera sensor (shaded area in the illustra-
tion).

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ES350_OM_OM33C68U_(U)4-6. Driving tips
WA R N I N G
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of ve
hicle control and cause death or serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used, or 30
mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering a cu rve to ensure that vehicle control is main-
tained.
●Do not use LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) system. (if equipped)
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the
tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire
chains are fitted.
■When standing the windshield wipers up
Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. ( →P. 2 6 5 )
Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.

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4157-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard brushes or
abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for
long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
WA R N I N G
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the
electrical components, etc., to be damaged or catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the windshield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sensor bo dy or if something bumps into the raindrop
sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes and diffusers until they
have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes and rear bumper diffusers can
cause burns.
■Precaution regarding the Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction. If
this occurs, consult your Lexus dealer.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may oper-
ate unexpectedly in the following situations,
and may result in hands being caught or other
serious injuries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
Off

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ES350_OM_OM33C68U_(U)7-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated wi
th soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be
damaged.
■When cleaning the windshield
Raise the wipers in line with the windshield. ( →P. 2 6 5 )
Failure to do so may result in damage to the wipers and/or the hood.
■When using a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con-
nectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact
with high-pressure water.
●Traction related parts
●Steering parts
●Suspension parts
●Brake parts

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4257-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors/trunk• Do the doors/trunk operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work properly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakage afterthe vehicle has been parked.
Ti r e s
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or excessivelyworn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the mainte- nance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers
• The wiper blades should not show any signs of crack-
ing, splitting, wear, contamination or deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield without streaking or skipping.
WA R N I N G
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.

574Alphabetical index
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SeatsAdjustment ............................................... 116
Adjustment precautions .................... 116
Child seats/child restraint
system installation..............................55
Cleaning ...................................................417
Driving position memory .................. 117
Head restraints....................................... 121
Power easy access system .............. 117
Properly sitting in the seat ................28
Seat heaters ..........................................378
Seat position memory......................... 117
Seat ventilators ....................................378
Sensor
Automatic headlight system .......... 166
Inside rear view mirror ......................127
Intuitive parking assist ...................... 223
Lexus Safety System+....................... 182
Radar sensor ......................................... 182
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .................................................... 175
Service reminder indicators ................72
Shift lever Automatic transmission ................... 159
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 162
Shift lever light ....................................... 379
Shift lock system......................................162
Side airbags ............................................... 35
Side marker lights Light switch ............................................ 165
Replacing light bulbs ............467, 470 Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding ........................128
Blind Spot Monitor ...........................250
Linked mirror function
when reversing.................................. 129
Mirror position memory ....................117
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Turn signal lever ...................................163
Smart access system
with push-button startAntenna location................................. 108
Entry functions ....................................... 95
Starting the engine ..............................154
Snow tires .................................................266
Spare tire ................................................... 491 Inflation pressure................................ 523
Storage location ................................. 492
Spark plug ............................................... 520
Specifications........................................... 516
Speedometer ............................................. 76
Sport mode ............................................. 248
Steering lock ............................................ 156 Column lock release ......................... 157
Steering wheel Adjustment.............................................. 124
Audio switches
*................................ 276
Heated steering wheel ................... 378
Power easy access system ............... 117
Steering wheel
position memory ................................ 117
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Storage feature ..................................... 382
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck..........513

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Sun visors .................................................388
Sun shadeRear............................................................ 391
Rear door ................................................ 391
Roof............................................................ 135
Switches
Audio remote control switches
*............................................ 276
Automatic High Beam switch ...... 168
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch................................................... 250
Cruise control switch.......................220
Door lock switch ................................... 97
Driving mode select switch ..........248
Driving position memory switches ..................................................118
Dynamic radar cruise control switch .................................. 208
Emergency flashers switch ........... 474
Engine switch ........................................ 154
Fog light switch ..................................... 172
Garage door opener switches .............................................. 395
Heated steering wheel
switch....................................................378
Ignition switch ....................................... 154
Intuitive parking assist switch ....... 224
Light switches ....................................... 165
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) switch ..... 199
Meter control switches ....................... 81
Moon roof switches........................... 134
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................ 128
Power door lock switch .................... 97 Power window switches ....................131
Rear sunshade switch .......................391
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
switch ....................................................372
Seat heater switches ........................ 378
Seat ventilator switches .................. 378
“SOS” button .......................................406
Talk switch
*......................................... 339
Telephone switches
*...................... 339
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch .................. 124
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 444
Trunk closer switch.............................102
Trunk opener switch ........................... 101
Trunk opener main switch ..............102
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ...................................................208
VSC OFF switch ............................... 259
Window lock switch ............................131
Windshield wipers
and washer switch ........................... 173
Tachometer ................................................ 76
Tail lights Light switch.............................................165
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Talk switch
*............................................ 339
Telephone switches
*.......................... 339
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...........................................................67
Engine immobilizer system ............. 65
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*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Window glasses ....................................... 131
Window lock switch ............................... 131
WindowsPower windows ..................................... 131
Rear window defogger................... 372
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 373
Windshield wipers Intermittent windshield
wipers with interval adjuster .......173
Position....................................................265
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .....................................................174
Winter driving tips................................ 263
Wireless remote control key Battery-Saving Function.................... 110
Locking/Unlocking..............................95
Panic mode ..............................................93
Replacing the battery ....................... 457
WMA disc
*............................................ 302
*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.