2009 Lexus ES350 Owner's Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt in-
structions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 20
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 22
Wireless remote control .............. 34
Doors.................................................... 37
Trunk...................................................... 41
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 43
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................. 44
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ............. 47
Head restraints................................. 49
Seat belts ........................................... 50
Steering wheel.................................. 56
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 57
Outside rear view mirrors .......... 58
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 60
Moon roof .......................................... 63 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 67
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 70
Alarm.................................................... 72
Theft prevention labels ................. 74
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 75
SRS airbags ....................................... 77
Front passenger occupant classification system ................... 88
Child restraint systems ................. 93
Installing child restraints ............... 97
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle ........................ 108
Engine (ignition) switch ................ 116
Automatic Transmission .............. 119
Turn signal lever............................. 122
Parking brake ................................. 123
Horn.................................................... 124
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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ..................... 125
Indicators and warning lights .... 127
Multi-information display............. 131
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 135
Fog light switch .............................. 138
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 139
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................ 143
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 146
Intuitive parking assist ................. 155
Driving assist systems.................... 161
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 164
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ...................... 168
Vehicle load limits ........................... 171
Winter driving tips ......................... 172
Trailer towing .................................. 178
Dinghy towing ................................ 185 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 188
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ............. 195
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ........................ 196
Using the radio............................... 198
Using the CD player.................. 205
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs..................................... 211
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................. 219
Using the AUX adapter............ 222
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 223
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system features (for cellular phone) ................... 225
Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ... 228
Making a phone call.................... 236
Setting a cellular phone............. 240
Security and system setup........ 244
Using the phone book................ 247
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3-4. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list............................ 253
• Interior lights ............................... 255
• Personal lights ............................ 255
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features............... 256
• Glove box..................................... 256
• Console box ................................ 257
• Overhead console.................... 259
• Cup holders................................ 260
• Auxiliary box ............................... 262
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 263
Vanity mirror .................................. 264
Clock ................................................. 265
Ashtray ............................................. 266
Cigarette lighter ........................... 267
Power outlet .................................. 268
Seat heaters .................................... 269
Seat heaters and ventilators ..... 271
Armrest ............................................ 273
Rear sunshade ............................... 274
Extended trunk.............................. 276
Floor mat.......................................... 277
Trunk features................................ 278
Garage door opener................. 280
Compass......................................... 286 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......................... 292
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............................ 295
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .... 298
General maintenance ............... 300
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 303
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 304
Hood................................................. 308
Positioning a floor jack.............. 309
Engine compartment..................... 311
Tires ................................................... 326
Tire inflation pressure................. 334
Wheels............................................. 338
Air conditioning filter................. 340
Electronic key battery ................ 342
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 344
Headlight aim................................. 352
Light bulbs ....................................... 354
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers..................... 364
If your vehicle needs to be towed.............................................. 365
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 371
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 372
Event data recorder.................... 373
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... ...... 375
If a warning message is displayed...................................... 386
If you have a flat tire..................... 397
If the engine will not start .......... 407
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............................. 409
If you lose your keys ..................... 410
If the electronic key does not operate properly .......................... 411
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................... 413
If your vehicle overheats ............ 416
If the vehicle becomes stuck .... 419 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 422
Fuel information............................ 432
Tire information ............................ 435
6-2. Customization Customizable features .............. 447
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 452
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners........................... 454
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 455
Abbreviation list ................................... 458
Alphabetical index............................... 460
What to do if... ....................................... 470
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
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Pictorial indexExterior
Headlights (high beam) P. 135
Turn signal lights P. 122
Side marker lights P. 135
Headlights (low beam) P. 135
Hood P. 308
Windshield wipers P. 139
Moon roof P. 63
Outside rear viewmirrors
P. 58
Fog lights P. 138
Parking lights
P. 135