2012 Lexus ES350 audio

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.
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.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 149
P. 135
P. 154Gauges and meters P. 138
Multi-information display P. 144
Windshield wiper and
washer switch
P. 156
Engine (ignition) switch P. 128
Trunk opener main switch P. 46
Glove box P. 316
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 65
Parking brake pedal P. 136
Audio remote control switches *1P. 257
Hood lock release lever P. 374
Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 392
“AFS OFF” switch ∗ P. 151
Tire pressure warning select switch P. 393
Horn P. 137

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A Without navigation system
Navigation system*2
Clock P. 324
Audio system
P. 214
Air conditioning
system
P. 206
Rear window and out-
side rear view mirror
defoggers
P. 213
Security indicator
P. 81, 83
Emergency flasher
switch
P. 430
Audio system*2
Security indicator
P. 81, 83Emergency flasher
switch
P. 430
Air conditioning
system
*2
With navigation system
∗: If equipped
*1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*2: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
P. 213
Clock P. 324

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving
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●When carrying or using 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 personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
window
■Switching the door unlock function
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks. Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, push and
hold , , or for approximately 5 seconds while pushing on the key.
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below. (When
changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds,
and repeat step 2.)
To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm, unlock the doors using the wireless
remote control and open and close a door once after the settings have been
changed. (If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is pressed, the
doors will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be set.)
In case that the alarm is triggered, immediately stop the alarm. (→ P. 8 3 )
STEP1
STEP2
Multi-information
displayUnlocking doorsBeep
Hold the driver's door handle
to unlock only the driver's
door
Exterior: Beeps three
times
Interior: Pings once
Hold the door handle except
a driver’s door handle to
unlock all doors
Hold any door handle to
unlock all doorsExterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once

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2-1. Driving procedures
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■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 8 1 )
■When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator flashes
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■Changing “ENGINE STAR T STOP” switch mode
Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time
the switch is pressed.)
OFF
*
Emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can be
used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can
be used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the
engine, the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch will be turned to
ACCESSORY mode, not to
OFF.