child lock LEXUS ES350 2022 User Guide

1003-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Shift position
linked door
unlocking func-
tionAll doors are automati-
cally unlocked when
the shift lever is shifted
to P.
Driver’s door
linked door
unlocking func-
tion
All doors are automati-
cally unlocked when
driver’s door is opened
within approximately
45 seconds after turn-
ing the engine switch
off.
FunctionOperationTrunk
The trunk can be opened using the
trunk opener switch, entry function
or wireless remote control.
If the vehicle is equipped with a
power trunk lid, the trunk can be
closed using the trunk closer.
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■Before driving
●Make sure that the trunk lid is fully
closed. If the trunk lid is not fully
closed, it may open unexpectedly
while driving and hit near-by objects or
luggage in the trunk may be thrown
out, causing an accident.
●Do not allow children to play in the
trunk.
If a child is accidentally locked in the
trunk, they could suffer from heat
exhaustion, suffocation or other inju-
ries.
●Do not allow a child to open or close
the trunk lid.
Doing so may cause the trunk lid to
open unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head, or neck to be
caught by the closing trunk lid.
■Important points while driving
Never let anyone sit in the trunk. In the
event of sudden braking or a collision,
they are susceptible to death or serious
injury.
■Using the trunk
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the
body to be caught, resulting in serious
injury.

1243-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
If you release the switch while the side win-
dow is moving, start again from the begin-
ning.
If the side window reverses and cannot be
fully closed or opened, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Door lock linked window operation
●The power windows can be opened and
closed using the mechanical key.*
(  P.377)
●The power windows can be opened using
the wireless remote control.* ( P.96)
●The alarm may be triggered if the alarm is
set and the power window is closed using
the door lock linked power window oper-
ation function. ( P.60)
*: These settings must be customized at
your Lexus dealer.
■Power windows open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and “Window Open” is
shown on the multi-information display
when the engine switch is turned off and the
driver’s door is opened with the power win-
dows open.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation)
can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.408)
This function can be used to prevent
children from accidentally opening or
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■Closing the windows
●The driver is responsible for all the
power window operations, including
the operation for the passengers. In
order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child
operate the power windows. It is possi-
ble for children and other passengers
to have body parts caught in the power
window. Also, when riding with a child,
it is recommended to use the window
lock switch. ( P.124)
●Check to make sure that all passen-
gers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught
when a window is being operated.
●When using the wireless remote con-
trol or mechanical key and operating
the power windows, operate the
power window after checking to make
sure that there is no possibility of any
passenger having any of their body
parts caught in the window. Also do
not let a child operate window by the
wireless remote control or mechanical
key. It is possible for children and other
passengers to get caught in the power
window.
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the
engine switch off, carry the key and
exit the vehicle along with the child.
There may be accidental operation,
due to mischief, etc., that may possibly
lead to an accident.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to
intentionally activat e the jam protec-
tion function.
●The jam protection function may not
work if something gets jammed just
before the window is fully closed. Be
careful not to get any part of your body
jammed in the window.
■Catch protection function
●Never use any part of your body or
clothing to intentionally activate the
catch protection function.
●The catch protection function may not
work if something gets caught just
before the window is fully opened. Be
careful not to get any part of your body
or clothing caught in the window.
Preventing accidental opera-
tion (window lock switch)

1303-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
If the panoramic moon roof or electronic
roof sunshade does not fully close even
after performing the above procedure cor-
rectly, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Panoramic moon roof open warning
buzzer
A buzzer sounds and a message is shown
on the multi-information display when the
engine switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the panoramic moon
roof open.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation)
can be changed. (Customizable fea-
tures: P.408)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause death or seri-
ous injury.
■Opening and closing the electronic
roof sunshade
●Check to make sure that all passen-
gers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught
when the electronic roof sunshade is
being operated.
●Do not let a child operate the elec-
tronic roof sunshade. Closing the elec-
tronic roof sunshade on someone can
cause death or serious injury.
■Opening the panoramic moon roof
●Do not allow any passengers to put
their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
●Do not sit on top of the panoramic
moon roof.
■Opening and closing the panoramic
moon roof
●The driver is responsible for pan-
oramic moon roof opening and closing
operations. In order to prevent acci-
dental operation, especially by a child,
do not let a child operate the pan-
oramic moon roof. It is possible for
children and other passengers to have
body parts caught in the panoramic
moon roof.
●Check to make sure that all passen-
gers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught
when the panoramic moon roof is
being operated.
●When using the wireless remote con-
trol or mechanical key and operating
the panoramic moon roof, operate the
panoramic moon roof after checking
to make sure that there is no possibility
of any passenger having any of their
body parts caught in the panoramic
moon roof. Also, do not let a child
operate panoramic moon roof by the
wireless remote control or mechanical
key. It is possible for children and other
passengers to get caught in the pan-
oramic moon roof.

1854-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
bicycle ridden by more than one person,
or a uniquely shaped bicycle (bicycle with
a child seat, tandem bicycle, etc.)
• If a pedestrian/or the riding height of a bicyclist ahead is shorter than approxi-
mately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approxi-
mately 6.5 ft. (2 m)
• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is wearing over- sized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt,
etc.), making their silhouette obscure
• If a pedestrian is bending forward or squatting or bicyclist is bending forward
• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is moving fast
• If a pedestrian is pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehicle
• When driving in incl ement weather such
as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at night or in
a tunnel, making a detectable object
appear to be nearly the same color as its
surroundings
• When driving in a place where the sur-
rounding brightness changes suddenly,
such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel
• After the engine has started the vehicle
has not been driven for a certain amount
of time
• While making a left/right turn and for a
few seconds after making a left/right turn
• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or low- ered
• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the front cam- era
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely
high speeds
• When driving on a hill
• If the radar sensor or front camera is mis-
aligned • When driving in a traffic lane separated
by more than one lane where oncoming
vehicles are driving while making a
right/left turn
• When largely out of place with the oppo- site facing targeted oncoming vehicle
during a right/left turn
• While making a right/left turn, when a pedestrian approaches from behind or
side of your vehicle
●In addition to the above, in some situa-
tions, such as the following, the emer-
gency steering assist may not operate.
• When the white (yellow) lane lines are difficult to see, such as when they are
faint, diverging/merging, or a shadow is
cast upon them
• When the lane is wider or narrower than normal
• When there is a light and dark pattern on the road surface, such as due to road
repairs
• When the target is too close
• When there is insufficient safe or unob- structed space for the vehicle to be
steered into
• If oncoming vehicle is present
• If VSC function is operating
●In some situations such as the following,
sufficient braking force or steering force
may not be obtained, preventing the sys-
tem from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when the brake

3156-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
A25A-FKS engine
1 Remove the oil filler cap by turning
it counterclockwise.
2 Add engine oil slowly, checking the
dipstick.
3 Install the oil filler cap by turning it
clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be con-
sumed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and
engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example
directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or o il of an inappropriate
viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or
with a heavy load, or when driving while
accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long
time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
■After changing the engine oil
The engine oil maintenance data should be
reset. Perform the following procedures:
1 While the vehicle is stopped, press
of the meter control switches.
2 Press or of the meter control
switches, and select . 3
Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Veh icle Settings”, and
then press “OK”.
4 Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Oil Maintenance”, and
then press “OK”.
5 Select “Yes” and then press “OK”.
A message will be displayed on the multi-
information display when the reset proce-
dure has been completed.
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflamma-
tion and skin cancer, so care should be
taken to avoid prolonged and
repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thor-
oughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil an d filters only in a
safe and acceptable manner. Do not
dispose of used oil and filters in house-
hold trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station
or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the
reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the
vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could
be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick
every time you refill the vehicle.

3186-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following
precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on
the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the bat-
tery
●The engine may not start.
Follow the procedure below to initialize
the system.
1 Shift the shift lever to P.
2 Open and close any of the doors.
3 Restart the engine.
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with push-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY mode. The engine may
not start with the engine switch turned off.
However, the engine will operate nor-
mally from the second attempt.
●The engine switch mode is recorded by
the vehicle. If the battery is reconnected,
the vehicle will return the engine switch
mode to the status it was in before the
battery was disconnected. Make sure to
turn off the engine switch before discon-
nect the battery. Take extra care when
connecting the battery if the engine
switch mode prior to discharge is
unknown.
If the engine will not start even after multiple
attempts at all methods above, contact your
Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■Chemicals in the battery
Battery contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the
battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the
battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses when
working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is
insufficient ventilation.
■Emergency measures regarding
electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get immediate
medical attention. If possible, continue
to apply water with a sponge or cloth
while traveling to the nearest medical
facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If
you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your
skin. Immediately take off the clothing
and follow the procedure above if nec-
essary.

3787-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Ensure that the shift lever is in P and
depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the engine
switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch will
turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with push-
button start is deactivated in customization
setting, the engine switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display. 4
Press the engine switch shortly and
firmly.
In the event that the engine still cannot
be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to
P and press the engine switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted. ( P.333)
■Alarm (for Canada)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors
will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical
key when the alarm system is set, the alarm
may be triggered.
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the
engine switch in step 3 above.
The engine does not start and modes will be
changed each time the switch is pressed.
(  P.147)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and
operating the power windows or
moon roof (if equipped) or panoramic
moon roof (if equipped)
Operate the power window, moon roof
or panoramic moon roof after checking
to make sure that there is no possibility of
any passenger having any of their body
parts caught in the window, moon roof or
panoramic moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the
mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in
the power window, moon roof or pan-
oramic moon roof.
Starting the engine

434What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
1-1. W hat to do if.. . (Troubleshoo ting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.375)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.375)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.333)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.147)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( P.109) 
Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened
from inside the vehicle when the
lock is set.
Open the rear d oor from outside
and then unlock the child-protector
lock. ( P.99)
 The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.104)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.144)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.149)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.108)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.145)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
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
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start

437Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 262Air conditioning filter .................................331
Automatic air conditioning system ... 262
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 246 Function .......................................................... 246
Warning light ...............................................353
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 246
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 246
Adaptive Variable Suspension System247
AHB (Automatic High Beam) .................. 161
Airbags ............................................................... 28 Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................... 31
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................................................ 31
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ...................................... 352
Air conditioning filter ...................................331
Air conditioning system ............................ 262 Air conditioning filter .................................331
Automatic air conditioning system ... 262
Alarm ................................................................... 60 Alarm ..................................................................60
Warning buzzer...........................................351
Anchor brackets ..................................... 44, 53
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ..................................................107 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 246
Function ..........................................................246
Warning light ...............................................353
Approach warning...................................... 204
Armrest............................................................ 286
Assist grips ..................................................... 286
Audio system-linked display ......................80
Automatic headlight leveling system ....159
Automatic High Beam (AHB) .................. 161
Automatic light control system............... 158
Automatic transmission ..............................149 Paddle shift switches .........................151, 152
S mode ............................................................. 152
Auxiliary box.................................................. 278
Average fuel economy................................. 78
Average vehicle speed ................................ 78
AWD Warning message ..................................... 249
B
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............................... 338
Battery Checking .........................................................317
If the battery is discharged ....................379
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 251
Warning light ...............................................352
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM).......................208
Boost gauge.......................................................79
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 156
Fluid...................................................................394
Parking brake ............................................... 154
Warning light ................................................ 351
Brake assist .................................................... 246
Break-in tips.....................................................135
Brightness control Instrument panel light control........ 70, 75
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).......................208

438Alphabetical index
C
Card key ............................................................ 92
Care ........................................................298, 301Aluminum wheels ......................................298
Exterior ...........................................................298
Interior .............................................................. 301
Seat belts......................................................... 301
Cargo capacity...............................................142
Cargo hooks ................................................. 279
Center Display ............................................. 258
Chains .............................................................. 252
Child-protectors............................................. 99
Child restraint system................................... 43 Fixed with a LATCH system ..................50
Fixed with a seat belt....................................47
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
Points to remember .................................... 43
Riding with children ..................................... 43
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 44
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 53
Child safety ....................................................... 43 Airbag precautions...................................... 33
Battery precautions .........................318, 381
Child restraint system................................. 44
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................ 269
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Moon roof precautions ............................ 127
Panoramic moon roof precautions... 130
Power window lock switch..................... 124
Power window precautions ................... 124
Rear door child-protectors ..................... 99
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 43
Trunk precautions ...................................... 100
Cleaning ................................................298, 301 Aluminum wheels ......................................298
Exterior ...........................................................298 Interior .............................................................. 301
Radar sensor ....................................... 171, 209
Seat belts ......................................................... 301
Clock .................................................68, 71, 280
Coat hooks.....................................................288
Compass ......................................................... 294
Condenser .......................................................316
Console box ................................................... 277
Console box light .........................................277
Cooling system...............................................316 Engine overheating...................................382
Cornering lights ............................................ 160 Replacing light bulbs............................... 338
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............................................... 198
Cup holder ......................................................277
Current fuel consumption .......................... 78
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features ..............................408
Custom mode .................................................213
D
Daytime running light system .................. 158
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.....................263
Rear window ................................................263
Windshield ....................................................263
Dimension ......................................................388
Dinghy towing.................................................143
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................... 208
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............................................... 198
Head-up display............................................83
Intuitive parking assist ................................216
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ....................... 191
Multi-information display .......................... 76
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians)............................................... 244
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........ 229
RCTA............................................................... 223