2014 Lexus ES300h brake fluid

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on
the tank.
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item.
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency.
Use only newly opened brake fluid.
Brake fluid
Gasoline vehiclesHybrid vehicles
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
ItemsClean funnel
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted sur-
faces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately. If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.

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Maintenance and care
Check the 12-volt battery as follows.
■12-volt battery exterior
Make sure that the 12-volt battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections , cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■Checking 12-volt battery fluid
Check that the level is between the “UPPER LEVEL” and “LOWER
LEVEL” lines.
“UPPER LEVEL” line
“LOWER LEVEL” line
If the fluid level is at or below the
“LOWER LEVEL” line, add distilled
water.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out
or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refil ling, there may be a serious problem.
12-volt battery (gasoline vehicles)
1
2
1
2

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher
than normal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the
floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
*: Brake system warning buzzer (hybrid vehicles): When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the
warning light will come on an d a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
 P. 7 76
■Brake system warning light operation (hybrid vehicles)
Although depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may cause the red brake system
warning light to turn on and the buzzer to sound, this does not indicate a malfunction.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes
on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this
continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Stop the vehicle immediately. Cont inuing to drive the vehicle may
be dangerous.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
•Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released.
If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released the
system is operating normally.

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Vehicle specifications
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N,51.0 kgf) while the engine is running .
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*1
Gasoline vehicles
3.58 in. (91 mm) Min.
Hybrid vehicles
3.62 in. (92 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Front and rear brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Armrest door ......................................... 634
Assist grip ................................................ 636
Audio input....................................... 429, 571
Audio system
*........................... 382, 500
Audio input................................. 429, 571
AUX port.................................... 429, 571
Bluetooth
® audio.................... 431, 548
CD player ...................................400, 512
iPod .................................................. 411, 529
MP3/WMA disc ......................401, 521
Optimal use ............................. 446, 569
Portable music player ........... 429, 571
Radio .......................................... 385, 503
Steering wheel audio switch....................................... 448, 573
USB memory ............................ 419, 539
Automatic air conditioning system
*..................................... 353, 365
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................231
Automatic High Beam ....................... 232
Automatic light control system .................................................... 228
Automatic transmission ...................... 218 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 809
AUX port....................................... 429, 571
Auxiliary box ............................................619 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 744
Wattage .................................................846
Battery (12-volt battery) .........693, 698 If the 12-volt battery is discharged ........................... 813, 817
Preparing and checking before winter....................................................330
Warning light ....................................... 760
Battery (traction battery) ...................... 76
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system ............................ 431, 548
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............ 451, 576
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 692
Parking brake ...................................... 226
Warning light .............................759, 761
Brake assist ............................................. 302
Break-in tips .............................................186
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 96
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................. 317
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Enhanced VSC ..................................... 302
EPS (Electronic Po wer Steering)
Function ................................................. 303
Warning light .........................................761
Warning message ............................. 772
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11
Flat tire ...................................................... 792
Floor mats ................................................... 28
Fluid Automatic transaxle..........................842
Brake ....................................................... 843
Hybrid transaxle .................................842
Washer ...................................................697
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ........................ 737
Switch...................................................... 238
Wattage ................................................. 846
Footwell light ............................................. 611
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 50
Front personal lights..............................612
Front seats Adjustment ............................................. 154
Cleaning .................................................662
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................ 156
Head restraints ..................................... 162
Power easy access system ............ 156
Seat heaters ......................................... 628
Seat position memory....................... 156
Seat ventilators ................................... 628 Front side marker lights
Light switch........................................... 228
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 741
Welcome light illumination control.................................................... 125
Wattage .................................................846
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 739
Turn signal lever ................................. 225
Wattage .................................................846
Fuel Capacity.................................................836
Fuel gauge ............................................... 95
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 758
Information............................................ 847
Refueling ................................................ 243
Type..........................................................836
Warning light ....................................... 762
Warning messages ..........................780
Fuel filler door.........................................243 Refueling ................................................ 243
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 246
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 758
Fuses............................................................ 721
Garage door opener...........................637
Gauges........................................................ 95
Glove box ................................................. 616
Glove box light........................................ 616
Grocery bag hooks............................. 620
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Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................................... 622
Wattage ................................................. 846
Vanity mirrors ............................................ 622
Vehicle data recordings .........................10
Vehicle identification number ......... 833
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ..................................................... 302
Ventilators (seat ventilators)............ 628
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ............ 302 Warning buzzers
Brake system ....................................... 759
Downshifting ........................................ 220
Key reminder ....................................... 787
Open door ............................................774
Open moon roof ............................... 775
Open hood............................................774
Open trunk ........................................... 775
Open window ..................................... 775
Seat belt reminder............................. 762
Warning lights ............................................ 91 ABS .......................................................... 760
Brake system .............................759, 761
Charging system ............................... 760
Electric power steering .................... 761
Low fuel level ....................................... 762
Malfunction indicator lamp........... 760
Master warning light ........................ 762
Open door ........................................... 762
Pre-collision system ........................... 761
Seat belt reminder light .................. 762
Slip indicator .......................................... 761
SRS............................................................ 760
Tire pressure ........................................ 763
Warning messages...............................769
Washer Checking ............................................... 697
Low washer fluid warning message........................... 782
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................330
Switch ...................................................... 239
Washing and waxing .......................... 658
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