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3-6. Using the storage features
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Interior features
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Console boxSlide the armrest while pulling up
the lever, and lift the armrest.
■Tray in the console box
■Console box light
The console box light turns on when the tail lights are turned on.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
The tray slides forward/backward and can be
removed.
Console box
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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ES350_U
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• Can the vehicle be held securely on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Brakes
• Not pull to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers•Function properly?
Lights
• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? (→ P. 4 1 8 )
Pa r k i n g b r a ke
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate prop- erly?
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ES350_U
12ALT140 A
PSB, H-LP CLN, P-P/SEAT, RR DEF,
ABS NO.2, FAN MAIN, ABS NO.1,
HTR, RR FOG, RR DOOR RH, RR
DOOR LH, FUEL OPN, FR FOG,
OBD, STOP, TI & TE, A/C, PWR,
DOOR NO.2, S/ROOF, GAUGE
NO.2, POWER, P/SEAT
13STR LOCK20 ASteering lock system
14IG220 A
GAUGE NO.2, IGN, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system
15HAZ15 ATu r n s i g n a l l i g h t s
16ETCS10 AElectronic throttle control system
17E-ACM10 AElectric active control mount
18A/C CTRL PNL15 AAir conditioning system
19MAYDAY10 AMAYDAY
20ALT-S7. 5 ACharging system
21AM27. 5 AStarting system
22EFI MAIN30 AEFI NO.2, EFI NO.3, fuel system, ECT
system
23AMP30 AAudio system
24AMP230 AAudio system
25DOOR NO.125 APower door lock system
26RADIO NO.115 AAudio system
27ECU-B NO.110 AECU powers
28DOME10 AInterior lights, meters, vanity lights
29H-LP (LH)15 ALeft-hand headlight (high beam)
FuseAmpereCircuit
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
→P. 128), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( →P. 1 2 8 )
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 8 1 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 4 7 7 )
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an elec-
trical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
an interim measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 4 7 1 )
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Emergency start functionWhen the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn ov er, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
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. 4 7 7 )
● 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.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
ES350_U
Light bulbs
*: If equipped
A: D4R discharge bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: HB3 halogen bulbs
D: HB4 halogen bulbs
E: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
F: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
G: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights (low beam) Discharge bulbs
*
Halogen bulbs*
D4RH1135
55AB
Headlights (high beam)900560C
Front fog lights900651D
Front turn signal lights21E
Front side marker lights5F
Tr u n k l i g h t5G
Rear side marker lights5F
Stop/tail lights744321 /5F
Tail lights74435F
Rear turn signal lights21E
Back-up lights92116F
Outer foot lights5F
Interior
Vanity lights8F
Door courtesy lights5F
Front interior/personal lights5F
Rear interior light5G
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Alphabetical index
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Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Wattage ................................................. 495
Battery
Checking ............................................... 387
If the vehicle battery is discharged .........................................477
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................196
Bluetooth
® audio* .............................. 260
Bluetooth® phone*..............................279
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 384
Parking brake ........................................ 136
Brake assist .............................................. 182
Break-in tips ...............................................121 Care
Exterior................................................... 358
Interior ...................................................... 361
Seat belts ................................................362
Cargo capacity....................................... 192
Cargo hooks.......................................... 338
CD changer* .......................................... 224
CD player* .............................................. 224
Chains ........................................................ 198
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................. 104
Booster seats, installation ................... 111
Convertible seats, definition .......... 104
Convertible seats, installation ........... 111
Front passenger occupant classification system .........................99
Infant seats, definition ........................ 104
Infant seats, installation ......................... 111
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 109
Installing CRS with seat belts ............ 111
Installing CRS with top straps......... 114
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Hands-free phone system (for mobile phone)*
Bluetooth
®............................................279
Hands-free phone system
(for mobile phone) .........................279
Hazard lights
Switch ...................................................... 430
Head restraints
Adjusting ..................................................57
Headlight aim .......................................... 418
Headlights Discharge headlights
precautions ....................................... 428
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Switch ........................................................ 149
Wattage ................................................. 495
Heaters Seat heaters..............................328, 330
Side mirror .............................................. 213
Hood ..........................................................374
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 338
Grocery bag hooks ......................... 338
Horn............................................................. 137 I/M test......................................................369
Identification number
Engine......................................................487
Vehicle ....................................................487
Ignition switch.......................................... 128
Illuminated entry system ..................... 312
Indicator lights......................................... 140
Initialization Items to initialize .................................. 519
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 66
Interior lights Interior lights .......................................... 314
Switch........................................................ 314
Wattage ................................................. 495
Intuitive parking assist...........................176
Jack Positioning a floor jack ....................375
Vehicle-equipped jack .................... 461
Jack handle............................................... 461
Keyless entry ............................................. 40
Keys Electronic key ......................................... 26
Engine switch ........................................ 128
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 474
If you lose your keys ......................... 473
Key number ............................................. 26
Keyless entry ...........................................40
Keys ............................................................. 26
Mechanical key ...................................... 26
Wireless remote control key ..........40
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