2015 Lexus ES300h ignition

762What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33B99U_(U)●
Did you press the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal? (
P. 205, 212)
●Is the shift lever in P? (P. 208, 215)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle?
( P. 130)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 209, 216)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a tem-
porary way. ( P. 6 7 8 )
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( P. 680, 684)
●Is the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in
IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in
IGNITION ON mode ( P. 6 76 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the
brake pedal

763What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33B99U_(U)●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle.
(
P. 208, 215)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat can-
not be operated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 177)
●Gasoline vehicles: The auto pow er off function will be operated
if the vehicle is left in ACCE SSORY or IGNITION ON mode
(the engine is not running) for a period of time. ( P. 2 0 8 )
●Hybrid vehicles: The auto power off function will be operated if
the vehicle is left in ACCE SSORY or ON mode (the hybrid
system is not operating) for a period of time. ( P. 215)
The steering wheel cannot be turn
ed after the engine system> is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power win-
dow switches
The “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch is turned off
automatically

764What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES350_300h_OM_OM33B99U_(U)●
The seat belt remind
er light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 6 2 9 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 231)
Depending on the situation, ot her types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( P. 626, 636)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle op en a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 8 8 )
To stop the alarm, turn the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”>
switch to IGNITION ON mo de or start the engine system>.
●Is the electronic key left insid e the vehicle or the moon roof
opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
( P. 6 3 6 )
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle

770Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds..................................................626
If a warning light turns on...............626
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 636
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ........................... 680, 684
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 677
If the engine will not start................ 672
If the hybrid system will not start ................................................ 674
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............676
If you have a flat tire ......................... 659
If you think something is wrong...............................................624
If your vehicle becomes stuck ......................................................697
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 615
If your vehicle needs to be towed .........................................617
If your vehicle overheats .... 688, 691
Emergency flashers ...............................614
Energy monitor ........................................ 114 Engine
Accessory mode ............................... 206
Compartment .....................................545
Engine switch ............................205, 212
Hood..........................................................541
How to start the engine..................205
How to start the hybrid system .................................................... 212
Identification number....................... 702
If the engine will not start ............... 672
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch).................................................... 212
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) .........................205
Overheating..............................688, 691
“POWER” switch. ............................... 212
“START STOP ENGINE” switch ...................................................205
Engine compartment cover..............547
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 707
Checking ...............................................553
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 341
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................................... 97
Engine immobilizer system ................. 84
Engine oil Capacity................................................. 705
Checking ...............................................548
Oil level warning message ........... 644
Oil pressure warning message........................... 637
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 341

772Alphabetical index
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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*..........................419
Head restraints ........................................165
Headlights Discharge headlights precautions ........................................... 611
Light switch ........................................... 233
Replacing light bulbs............................... 600, 601, 610
Wattage ....................................................714
Heaters Air conditioning system ..................................................464
Heated steering wheel ....................478
Seat heaters ..........................................478
Outside rear view mirrors .............470
High-voltage components ................... 77
Hill-start assist control ..........................319
Hood ............................................................541 Warning message .............................. 641
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 488
Coat hooks .......................................... 499
Grocery bag hooks......................... 488
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 28
Horn ........................................................... 232
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ................................... 77
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents ................ 78 Hybrid system............................................ 73
Emergency shut off system ............. 78
Energy monitor/consumption screen ......................................................112
EV drive mode ..................................... 219
High voltage components ................ 77
Hybrid System Indicator ................. 100
Hybrid system precautions .............. 77
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............338
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 674
Overheating...........................................691
“Power” (ignition) switch ................. 212
Starting the hybrid system............... 212
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................................74
Hybrid System Indicator .................... 100
Hybrid transmission .............................226 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 676
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773Alphabetical index
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I/M test ..................................................... 536
IdentificationEngine ......................................................702
Vehicle ..................................................... 701
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch) ...................................................... 212
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) ............................. 205
Illuminated entry system ..................... 481
Immobilizer system.........................84, 86
Indicators .................................................... 95
Initialization Maintenance........................................ 530
Tire pressure warning system................................567
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)................................. 575
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 171
Instrument panel light control ............ 99
Interior light............................................. 479
Intuitive parking assist Function ................................................... 281
Warning message ................638, 645 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.................... 542
Vehicle-equipped jack .................. 660
Jack handle ................................................ 660
Jam protection function Moon roof .............................................. 183
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................. 151
Power windows....................................178
Keyless entry Smart access system with push-button start.................... 127
Wireless remote control....................141
Keys Battery-saving function ....................133
Electronic key ........................................ 124
Engine switch ............................205, 212
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 677
Key number plate ................................ 124
Keyless entry ..................................127, 141
Mechanical key..................................... 124
“POWER” switch ................................ 212
Replacing the battery ......................584
“START STOP ENGINE” switch ...................................................205
Warning buzzer.....................................131
Wireless remote control key ...........141
Knee airbags ............................................. 38
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

779Alphabetical index
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Steering lock ................................208, 215Column lock release ............. 209, 216
Steering lock system warning message ...........................657
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................................. 169
Audio switches
*.................................357
Heated steering wheel ....................478
Power easy access system ............ 159
Steering wheel position memory.............................. 159
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
Storage feature ..................................... 482
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ........697
Sun visors ................................................. 490
Sun shade Rear.......................................................... 495
Rear door.............................................. 495
Roof............................................................ 183 Switches
Audio remote control switches
*........................................... 357
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch ................................................... 328
Cruise control switch ...................... 254
“DISP” button........................................ 103
Door lock switches ............................. 144
Driving mode select switch ..............311
Driving position memory switches ............................................... 160
Dynamic radar cruise control switch...................................258
Emergency flashers switch .............614
EV drive mode switch ...................... 219
Fog light switch ................................... 244
Garage door opener switches ............................................... 501
Heated steering wheel switch ................................................... 478
Ignition switch............................205, 212
Intuitive parking assist switch....... 282
Light switches ...................................... 233
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch ....................................................274
Moon roof switches ............................ 181
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................ 174
PCS OFF switch ................................ 322
Power door lock switch ................... 144
“POWER” switch ................................ 212
Power window switches .................. 177
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.