2013 Lexus ES300h if the 12-volt battery is discharged

7
1
8 7
6
5
4
3
2
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
9
If the 12-volt battery is discharged (gasoline
vehicles) ......................................805
If the 12-volt battery is discharged (hybrid
vehicles) ......................................809
If your vehicle overheats (gasoline vehicles) ................... 813
If your vehicle overheats (hybrid vehicles) ....................... 816
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................................. 820
8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................. 824
Fuel information.......................... 837
Tire information...........................840
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 852
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ......................... 865 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.....................................868
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .............................................. 869
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................................ 871
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............................... 882
Alphabetical index ............................... 888
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation sy stem, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual” for information rega rding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning controls
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogging
• Lexus Enform with Safety Connect

721-2. Hybrid system
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and decel-
eration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or S.
●The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or S.
■EV indicator
■Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops auto matically. However, it may not stop auto-
matically in the following conditions:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
●During hybrid battery (t raction battery) charging
●When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
●When the heater is switched on
■Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
●As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery
does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left
parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge. For this reason, be
sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or
10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery becomes fully discharged and you are unable
to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-v olt battery, contact your Lexus dealer.
●If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid ba ttery (traction battery) will not be charged.
Always put the shift lever in P when the vehicle is stopped. When driving in heavy
traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift le ver in D or S to avoid discharging the bat-
tery.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
 P. 8 1 1
The EV indicator comes on when driving the
vehicle using only the electric motor (traction
motor).

731-2. Hybrid system
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
1
For safety and security
■After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid battery
(traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicles
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move.
For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when
parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating
and are not a malfunction:
●Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear
seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
●Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid tran smission when the hybrid system starts
or stops.
●Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
●Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed.
●Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent on rear left seat.
■Vehicle proximity notification system
In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be difficult for
surrounding people to hear.
●In very noisy areas
●In the wind or the rain
Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of the vehi-
cle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle compared to the
front.
■Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main tenance, repair, recycling and disposal.
Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 8 5 2 )

664
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
6-2. Maintenance
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the
emission control system. Your vehicl e may not pass the I/M test and may
need to be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service the vehicle.
●When the 12-volt battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set dur ing ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving ha bits, the readiness codes may not be
completely set.
●When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp co mes on indicating a temporary mal-
function and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
The error code in the OBD system will no t be cleared unless the vehicle is
driven 40 or more times.
Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
Some states have vehicle emission in spection programs which include
OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks . The OBD system monitors the
operation of the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after several
driving trips
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

739
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
7When trouble arises
7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers................... 740
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ...... 741 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 743
If you think something is wrong ................. 749
Fuel pump shut off system (gasoline vehicles) .................. 750
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ....... 751
If a warning message is displayed .................................. 761
If you have a flat tire................... 784
If the engine will not start (gasoline vehicles) ...................797
If the hybrid system will not start (hybrid vehicles) ............ 799
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................... 801
If the electronic key does not operate properly .....................802
If the 12-volt battery is discharged (gasoline
vehicles) ..................................... 805
If the 12-volt battery is discharged (hybrid
vehicles) ..................................... 809
If your vehicle overheats (gasoline vehicles) ................... 813
If your vehicle overheats (hybrid vehicles) ....................... 816
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................................820

797
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
7
When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start (gasoline vehicles)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again foll owing correct starting procedures.
( P. 1 9 7 )
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 8 0 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 805)
●The 12-volt battery terminal connecti ons may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key ba ttery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 7 9 8 )
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed ( P. 197), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
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.
The starter motor does not turn over

7987-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 805)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair proce-
dures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “START STOP ENGINE” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “START STOP ENGINE” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “START STOP ENGINE” switch for 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 inspected 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.
Emergency start function
1
2
3
4

799
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
7
When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start (hybrid vehicles)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (P. 8 0 3 )
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( P. 8 2 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
●The hybrid system may be malfunctio ning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery de pletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfuncti on, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system. ( P. 800)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 8 0 9 )
●The 12-volt battery terminal connecti ons may be loose or corroded.
Reasons for the hybrid system not st arting vary depending on the situa-
tion. Check the following and perf orm the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 2 0 4 )
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.