Lexus ES350 2018 Owner's Manuals / LEXUS 2018 ES350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM06134U)

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2614-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively
worn tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehi cle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:
●When driving on dirt, grav el or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable wh ile driving on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control may not
operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist co ntrol is not intended to hold the vehicle
stationary for an exte nded period of time. Do not atte mpt to use hill-start assist con-
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an accident.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As these
are the systems help ensure vehicle stability and driving fo rce, do not turn the TRAC/
VSC systems off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity and have similar tread depths. In addi tion, make sure that the tires are inflated
to the recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not func tion correctly if different size tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further in formation when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modi fying the suspension will affect the driving
assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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ES350_OM_OM06134U_(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 me lt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the c limate 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, chassi s, 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 sa fe distance between you and the vehicle
ahead, and drive at a reduced spee d suitable to road conditions.
Carry out the necessary preparations an d 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

ES350_OM_OM06134U_(U)
2634-6. Driving tips
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Driving
●Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the parking
brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released. If
the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, make sure to block the
wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly, possibly leading to an accident.
●If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, confirm that the shift
lever cannot be moved out of P*.
*: The shift lever will be locked if it is attempted to be shifted from P to any other position
without depressing the brake pedal. If the sh ift lever can be shifted from P, there may
be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter
0.39 in. (10 mm) in width
1.18 in. (30 mm) in length
Cross chain
0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter
0.55 in. (14 mm) in width
0.98 in. (25 mm) in length
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on location and type
of road. Always check local regu lations before installing chains.
■Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains:
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the front tires. Do not install tire chains on the rear tires.
●Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after driving 1/4
⎯ 1/2 mile (0.5 ⎯ 1.0 km).
●Install tire chains following the instru ctions provided with the tire chains.
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
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Regulations on the use of tire chains

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ES350_OM_OM06134U_(U)4-6. Driving tips
If heavy snow or icy condition is expe
cted, shift the rest position manually.
Grip the hook section of the wiper arm fi rmly when shifting the wiper position.
■To rest position
Raise the wiper in line with the wind-
shield until it locks.
You can stand the wipers up for the
rest position.
★: More than 3.9 in. (10 cm)
■To retract position
Lower the wipers by pressing on the
upper part of the hook section.
Shifting the windshield wiper position

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2654-6. Driving tips
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Driving
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehi cle 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 ti re 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 an d attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the
tire pressure warning va lves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valv es 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. 264)
Failure to do so may result in dama ge to the wipers and/or the hood.

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5-1. Basic OperationsLexus Display Audio system .......................................... 268
Steering wheel audio switches....................................... 274
Mobile Assistant......................... 275
USB/AUX ports .........................277
5-2. Setup Setup menu ..................................280
General settings .......................... 281
Voice settings .............................. 284
Display settings ...........................285
5-3. Using the audio system Selecting the audio source .......................................... 286
Optimal use of the audio system .......................................... 287
Audio settings ............................ 288
Audio menu screen operation ..................................... 291
5-4. Using the radio Radio operation.......................... 294
5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation ............... 300
5-6. Using an external device Listening to an iPod................... 307
Using USB memory device.............................................. 311
Using the AUX port .................. 315
Lexus Display Audio system
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Lexus Display Audiosystem
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5-7. Connecting Bluetooth®
Steps for using Bluetooth®
devices .......................................... 316
Registering a Bluetooth
®
device............................................ 318
Selecting a Bluetooth
®
device............................................ 319
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
audio player .............................. 320
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
phone ............................................ 321
Displaying a Bluetooth
®
device details ............................322
Detailed Bluetooth
®
settings.........................................323
5-8. Bluetooth
® Audio
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio............................................326
5-9. Bluetooth
® Phone
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone ........................................... 327
Making a call ................................329
Receiving a call ...........................332
Speaking on the phone ........... 333
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone message ....................... 335
Using the steering wheel switches ....................................... 337
Bluetooth
® phone
settings........................................ 338 5-10. Phonebook
Contact settings .........................340
Messaging setting...................... 343
5-11. Bluetooth
®
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)................... 344
Bluetooth
®...................................348
5-12. Other function “Information” screen................. 354
USB photo .................................... 356
Weather information................358
Voice command system .........359

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ES350_OM_OM06134U_(U)5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio system∗
Eject a disc.
Disc slot
Except radio and A/V mode: Pause or
resume playing a track or file.
Radio and A/V mode: Turn mute on/off.
“TUNE•SCROLL” knob
Select a radio station band, track or file.
Select preset radio stations, or access a desired track or file.
Display the radio top screen.
Display the media top screen.
“PWR•VOL” knob
Press to turn the audio system on/o ff, and turn to adjust the volume.
∗: If equipped
Use the following buttons to start listening to the audio system.
Lexus Display Audio operation buttons
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2695-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
■“Menu” screen
To display the “Menu” screen, press the “MENU” button on the Lexus Display
Audio controller.
*: Available in the 48 states, D.C. and Alaska
ButtonFunction
“Radio”Display the radio top screen ( →P. 294)
“Media”Display the media top screen ( →P. 300, 307, 311, 315, 320)
“Climate”Display the air conditioning control screen ( →P. 368)
“Phone”Display the phone top screen ( →P. 327)
“Connected Navi”*
If a turn-by-turn navigation application has been downloaded
to a connected phone, the appl ication will be displayed and
can be used.
“Info”Display the “Information” screen ( →P. 354)
“Setup”Display the “Setup” screen ( →P. 280)
“Display”Display the display settings screen ( →P. 285)

2705-1. Basic Operations
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By using the Lexus Display Audio controlle r, you can control the audio system,
hands-free system, etc.
Display the “Source” screen or audio top screen ( →P. 286)
Display the “Menu” screen ( →P. 269)
Back button
Display the previous screen
Turn or move the controller to select a function and number.
Move the controller to display the le ft or right side of the screen.
Push the controller to enter the selected function and number.
■Using the Lexus Display Audio controller
Select: Turn or move the control-
ler.
Enter: Push the controller.
Lexus Display Audio controller
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