2014 Lexus ES300h air conditioning

8227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
line on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check that
the radiator cooling fa ns operate and to check for coolant leaks from
the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after
a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air
flow. If it is difficult to check these, tu rn the air conditioning system on and off
repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats (hybrid vehicles)
■If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red
zone
Stop the vehicle in a safe place an d turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and cooling system for leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Lexus dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 9 5 )
enters the red zone or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
●“Hybrid System Overheat” ( P. 780) is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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When trouble arises
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” line on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fa ns operate and to check for coolant
leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately
after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan
sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning sys-
tem on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing tempera-
tures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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8578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

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8718-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Intuitive parking assist* ( P. 2 7 5 )
*:If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P. 3 5 3 , 3 6 5 )
FunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized setting
“Distance (Front)”
(Detection distance of the
front center sensor)
FarNearO—O——O
“Distance (Rear)”
(Detection distance of the
rear center sensor)
FarNearO—O——O
“Alert Volume”
(Alert volume can be
adjusted)
31 to 5O—O——O
“Display”
(when intuitive parking
assist is operating)All sensors displayedDisplay offO—O——O
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FunctionDefaultsettingCustom-
ized setting
“Efficient Ventilation
Mode”
(Switching between out-
side air and recirculated air
mode linked to “AUTO”
switch operation)
OnOff——O——O
“A u t o A / C M o d e ”
(A/C Auto switch opera-
tion)
OnOffO—O——O
“Smog Sensor Sensitivity”
(Exhaust gas sensor sensi-
tivity)
Standard-3 to 3O—O——O
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Index
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)................................ 892
Alphabetical index................................ 898
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 controls
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogging
• Lexus Enform with Safety Connect

898Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter.......................... 717
Automatic air conditioning system
*.................................. 353, 365
Humidity sensor ...................... 361, 374
Micro dust and pollen filter ............................................. 359, 371
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Function ................................................. 302
Warning light ...................................... 760
Air conditioning filter ............................ 717
Air conditioning system
*
Air conditioning filter.......................... 717
Automatic air conditioning system
*.................................. 353, 365
Humidity sensor ...................... 361, 374
Micro dust and pollen filter ............................................. 359, 371 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child ......................................... 41
Airbag warning light ........................ 760
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 43
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 50
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 ........................................................... 86 Warning buzzer..................... 759, 769
Anchor brackets........................................ 61
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ..................... 127
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Function .................................................. 302
Warning light ....................................... 760
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control)........................ 258
Armrest .................................................... 630
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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”.