2013 Lexus ES300h warning

7967-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.

ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
8458-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations issued
by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Depart-
ment of Transportation.
It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Lexus vehi-
cles with information on uniform tire quality grading.
Your Lexus dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this
information.
■DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum
section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
■Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 - 1 /2) times as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their
use. Performance may differ significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and cli-
mate.
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and
they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight
ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
8-1. Specifications
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor labora-
tory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires
must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated
and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
8-3. Items to initialize
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation
after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or maintenance
being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Maintenance data (U.S.A.
only)• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 6 5 8
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire infla-tion pressure by changing trav-
eling speed or load weight, etc.
P. 6 9 6

886What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→
P. 7 5 4 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (→ P. 222)
Depending on the situation, othe r types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( →P. 751, 761)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 8 4 )
To stop the alarm, turn the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the engine system>.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof
opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
(→ P. 76 1 )
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated
and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds wh en leaving the vehicle

887What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)●
When a warning light turns on or a warning message is dis-
played, refer to P. 751, 761.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the
spare tire. (
→P. 7 8 4 )
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
dirt, or snow. (→ P. 8 2 0 )
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

888Alphabetical index
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter ....................... 708
Automatic air conditioning system
*.................................. 347, 359
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Function ................................................. 298
Warning light ....................................... 752
Air conditioning filter .......................... 708
Air conditioning system
*
Air conditioning filter ....................... 708
Automatic air conditioning system
*.................................. 347, 359 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child ......................................... 41
Airbag warning light ........................ 752
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 43
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 49
General airbag precautions ............. 41
Locations of airbags............................ 38
Modification and disposal of airbags............................................... 45
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 46
Side airbag precautions ...................... 41
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 46
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions ........................... 41
SRS airbags ............................................. 38
Alarm ........................................................... 84 Warning buzzer .........................751, 761
Anchor brackets...................................... 59
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ..................... 125
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Function .................................................. 298
Warning light ....................................... 752
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control).........................254
Armrest .....................................................622
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889Alphabetical index
ES350 300h_OM_OM33A01U_(U)
Armrest door ......................................... 626
Assist grip ................................................ 628
Audio input......................................422, 564
Audio system
*............................376, 493
Audio input................................422, 564
AUX port ...................................422, 564
Bluetooth
® audio.................... 424, 541
CD player .................................394, 505
iPod .............................................. 405, 522
MP3/WMA disc ....................395, 514
Optimal use ............................. 439, 562
Portable music player ..........422, 564
Radio ........................................... 379, 496
Steering wheel audio
switch......................................... 441, 565
USB memory ............................ 413, 532
Automatic air conditioning system
*......................................347, 359
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 226
Automatic High Beam ....................... 228
Automatic light control system .................................................... 224
Automatic transmission .......................214
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............801
AUX port......................................422, 564
Auxiliary box ............................................. 611 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 735
Wattage .................................................836
Battery (12-volt battery) ........ 685, 690 If the 12-volt battery
is discharged ...................... 805, 809
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 326
Warning light ....................................... 752
Battery (traction battery) ...................... 74
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system ............................. 424, 541
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) .......... 444, 568
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................684
Parking brake .......................................222
Warning light ............................. 751, 753
Brake assist ............................................. 298
Break-in tips ............................................. 182
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 94
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................. 313
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.