2012 Lexus ES350 Owner's Manual

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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.
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 28
Wireless remote control .............. 40
Doors.................................................... 42
Trunk..................................................... 46
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ......................................... 50
Driving position memory .............. 51
Seat position memory ................... 55
Head restraints................................. 57
Seat belts ............................................ 59
Steering wheel.................................. 65
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 66
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 68 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 70
Moon roof .......................................... 73
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 78
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .......... 81
Alarm.................................................... 83
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 86
SRS airbags ...................................... 88
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 99
Child restraint systems ............... 104
Installing child restraints ............. 108
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Rear view monitor system • Audio/video system
•Climate control
• Intuitive parking assist

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 120
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 128
Automatic Transmission ............ 132
Turn signal lever ............................ 135
Parking brake ................................. 136
Horn.................................................... 137
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 138
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 140
Multi-information display........... 144
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 149
Fog light switch .............................. 154
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 156
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................ 160
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 164
Intuitive parking assist ................. 176
Driving assist systems.................. 182
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............ 187 2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ...................... 192
Vehicle load limits......................... 195
Winter driving tips ........................ 196
Trailer towing ................................. 202
Dinghy towing ............................... 203
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................ 206
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ...................................... 213
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ........................ 214
Using the radio................................ 217
Using the CD player................... 224
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs................................... 231
Operating an iPod....................... 238
Operating a USB memory....... 245
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 254
Using the AUX port ................... 256
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 257
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system ........ 260
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ............................................ 263
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ........ 268
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player .......... 271
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ............................................... 278
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for mobile phone)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ............................ 279
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phone) ................... 283
Making a phone call ..................... 291
Setting a mobile phone .............. 296
Security and system setup ......... 301
Using the phone book............... 305
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................. 312
• Interior lights ................................ 314
• Personal lights ............................. 314 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features................ 315
• Glove box ..................................... 316
• Console box ................................. 317
• Overhead console .................... 318
• Cup holders.................................. 319
• Auxiliary box ................................ 321
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 322
Vanity mirror .................................. 323
Clock ................................................. 324
Ashtray ............................................. 325
Cigarette lighter ........................... 326
Power outlet ................................... 327
Seat heaters................................... 328
Seat heaters and ventilators ... 330
Armrest ............................................ 332
Rear sunshade ............................... 333
Extended trunk............................. 335
Coat hooks ..................................... 336
Floor mat.......................................... 337
Trunk features............................... 338
Garage door opener................. 340
Compass........................................... 346
Safety Connect ............................ 350

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................. 358
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 361
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 364
General maintenance ................ 366
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 369
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 370
Hood.................................................. 374
Positioning a floor jack............... 375
Engine compartment.................. 377
Tires .................................................. 390
Tire inflation pressure................. 399
Wheels............................................. 403
Air conditioning filter................. 405
Electronic key battery ................ 407
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 409
Headlight aim ................................. 418
Light bulbs ....................................... 420 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ................... 430
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................................. 431
If you think something is wrong ............................................. 437
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 438
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 439
If a warning message is displayed....................................... 449
If you have a flat tire...................... 461
If the engine will not start .......... 470
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 472
If you lose your keys .................... 473
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............... 474
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................... 477
If your vehicle overheats .......... 480
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 483
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ...... 484
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 486
Fuel information ............................ 496
Tire information............................. 499
6-2. Customization Customizable features.................. 511
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ............................ 519
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners........................... 522
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 523
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 525 Abbreviation list ................................... 536
Alphabetical index ............................. 538
What to do if... ...................................... 550
6Vehicle specifications
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