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

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For your information................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ................................ 26
For safe driving .............................. 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 35
Front passenger occupant classification system ................. 44
Safety information for children ................................... 50
Child restraint systems .................51
Installing child restraints............. 55
Exhaust gas precautions............ 64
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system....... 65
Alarm ..................................................67
2. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators ...............................72
Gauges and meters ......................76
Multi-information display ..........80
Fuel consumption information ................................... 86 3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................... 92
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ................................................. 95
Trunk .................................................. 101
Smart access system with push-butto n start ............ 108
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats ....................................... 116
Driving position memory........... 117
Head restraints .............................. 121
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .............................. 124
Inside rear view mirror .............. 126
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 128
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ............................. 131
Moon roof.......................................134
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component

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For safety and security1
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 26
For safe driving .............................. 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 35
Front passenger occupant classification system.................. 44
Safety information for children ...................................50
Child restraint systems ................ 51
Installing child restraints............. 55
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 64
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ....... 65
Alarm ................................................. 67

651-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that the system has
been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touchi ng a key to the security system (key with a
built-in transponder ch ip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-
board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prev ent vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

661-2. Theft deterrent system
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■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii, NATO Germany, Guam and Puerto Rico
For vehicles sold in Canada
WARNING
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly appr oved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If mo dified or removed, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.

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ES350_OM_OM06134U_(U)3-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and trunk
■Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function
When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping the elec-
tronic key from receiving radio waves.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button st art uses weak radio waves. In the following
situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smar t access system with push-but ton start, wireless remote
control and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Ways of coping: →P. 504)
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas st ation, radio station, large display, airport or
other facility that generates strong radio wave s or electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless com-
munication device
●When the electronic key is in contact wi th, or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or person al digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or me tallic objects are attached to the rear win-
dow
Press twice while pressing and holding
. Confirm that the electronic key indica-
tor flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the smart
access system with push -button start cannot be
used. To cancel the function, press any of the
electronic key buttons.

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ES350_OM_OM06134U_(U)4-2. Driving procedures
If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the engine
switch will not be turned off but inst
ead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Per-
form the following procedure to turn the switch off:
Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that “Turn Off Vehicle” is disp layed on the multi-information display
and then press the engine switch once.
Check that “Turn Off Vehicle” on th e multi-information display is off.
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the engine
switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery
discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode for long periods of ti me when the engine is not running.
■Electronic key battery depletion
→P. 93
■Conditions affe cting operation
→ P. 110
■Notes for the entry function
→P. 111
■If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system ma y not have been deactivated. (→P. 65)
Contact your Lexus dealer.
●Check that the shift lever is se curely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift lever is
displaced out of P. “Shift to P position to St art” will be displayed on the multi-information
display.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel
will be locked due to the steering lock func tion. Operating the engine switch again auto-
matically cancels the steering lock.
When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P
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ES350_OM_OM06134U_(U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again follo
wing correct starting procedures.
(→ P. 154)
●There may be a malfunction in th e engine immobilizer system. (→P. 65)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 506)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletio n or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 503)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 506)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed (→P. 154), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even thoug h the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.

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EngineAccessory mode................................. 155
Compartment......................................429
Engine switch ........................................ 154
Hood ........................................................ 427
How to start the engine ................... 154
Identification number ........................ 517
If the engine will not start............... 502
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 154
Overheating .......................................... 510
Engine compartment cover ............. 430
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................ 520
Checking................................................434
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 262
Engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................................76
Engine immobilizer system ................. 65
Engine oil Capacity .................................................. 518
Checking................................................. 431
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 262
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 257
EPS (Electronic Po wer Steering)
Function ................................................. 258
Warning light ...................................... 483
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 Flat tire ........................................................ 491
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission .................... 521
Brake.......................................................... 521
Washer ................................................... 439
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 172
Footwell light ........................................... 377
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................44
Front personal lights ........................... 378
Front seats Adjustment............................................... 116
Cleaning...................................................415
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory................... 117
Head restraints .......................................121
Power easy access system ...............117
Seat heaters .......................................... 376
Seat position memory ......................... 117
Seat ventilators.................................... 376
Front side marker lights Light switch.............................................165
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 467
Wattage ................................................. 524
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 465
Turn signal lever ...................................163
Wattage ................................................. 524F

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FuelCapacity .................................................. 518
Fuel gauge ................................................ 76
Fuel pump shut off system.............. 481
Information ........................................... 525
Refueling................................................... 177
Type ........................................................... 518
Warning light ...................................... 483
Fuel filler door .......................................... 177 Refueling................................................... 177
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ...........................179
Fuel pump shut off system.................. 481
Fuses .......................................................... 459
Garage door opener .......................... 393
Gauges .........................................................76
Glove box ................................................. 381
Grocery bag hooks ............................. 384
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*........................ 327
Head restraints ......................................... 121
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ................................................... 484
Light switch ............................................ 165
Replacing light bulbs ........... 464, 470
Wattage ..................................................524 Heaters
Air conditioning system .................................................. 366
Heated steering wheel ................... 376
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 370
Seat heaters .......................................... 376
Hill-start assist control ........................257
Hood .......................................................... 427
Hooks Cargo hooks .......................................384
Coat hooks ........................................... 392
Grocery bag hooks .........................384
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 26
Horn............................................................. 125
I/M test ......................................................424
Identification Engine ....................................................... 517
Vehicle ...................................................... 517
Ignition switch (engine switch) ......... 154
Illuminated entry system ....................379
Immobilizer system .................................65
Indicators ..................................................... 74
Initialization Maintenance ..........................................419
Tire pressure warning system ................................. 441
Initiators (tire pressure warning system) ................................ 448
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*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Sun visors ................................................. 386
Sun shadeRear.......................................................... 389
Rear door.............................................. 389
Roof............................................................ 135
Switches Audio remote control switches
*............................................ 274
Automatic High Beam switch ...... 168
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch....................................................249
Cruise control switch........................ 219
Door lock switch ................................... 97
Driving mode select switch .......... 247
Driving position memory switches .................................................. 118
Dynamic radar cruise control switch ...................................207
Emergency flashers switch ........... 474
Engine switch ........................................ 154
Fog light switch ..................................... 172
Garage door opener switches ...............................................393
Heated steering wheel switch....................................................376
Ignition switch ....................................... 154
Intuitive parking assist switch ....... 223
Light switches ....................................... 165
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) switch ..... 198
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 .....................389
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................................... 370
Seat heater switches ........................ 376
Seat ventilator switches .................. 376
“SOS” button ....................................... 404
Talk switch
*......................................... 337
Telephone switches
*...................... 337
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch .................. 124
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 442
Trunk closer switch.............................102
Trunk opener switch ........................... 101
Trunk opener main switch ..............102
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................................................... 207
VSC OFF switch ...............................258
Window lock switch ............................131
Windshield wipers and washer switch ........................... 173
Tachometer ................................................ 76
Tail lights Light switch.............................................165
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Talk switch
*.............................................337
Telephone switches
*...........................337
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”.