2016 Lexus ES300h Owner's Manual (OM33B71U)

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When trouble arises
■If “Hybrid System Overheated” is shown on the multi-information display Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down, inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” line
on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency
if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and check for the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam
has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●After the hybrid system has been turned of f, check that the indicator on the power
switch and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automatically start, or
the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops. Do not touch
or approach rotating parts such as the fa n, which may lead to fingers or clothing
(especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) ge tting caught, resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap or the co olant reservoir cap while the hybrid system
and radiator are hot. High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool
coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid system.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additives.

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ES300h_OM_OM33B71U_(U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if
the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC. ( P. 2 7 3 )
WA R N I N G
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding
area is clear to avoid striking other vehicl es, objects or people. The vehicle may also
lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid accelerati on of the vehicle that may cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
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■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than nec-
essary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.

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9Vehicle specifications
9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...................534
Fuel information.......................... 543
Tire information ........................... 546
9-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 555
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......................... 566

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ES300h_OM_OM33B71U_(U)9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*: Unladen vehicle
Dimensions and weight
Overall length193.3 in. (4910 mm)
Overall width71.7 in. (1820 mm)
Overall height*57.1 in. (1450 mm)
Wheelbase111.0 in. (2820 mm)
Tr e a dFront62.6 in. (1590 mm)
Rear62.0 in. (1575 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)905 lb. (410 kg)

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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This is the primary identification number fo r your Lexus. It is used in register-
ing the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top
left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Certifica-
tion Label.
Vehicle identification

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ES300h_OM_OM33B71U_(U)9-1. Specifications
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.
Engine
Model2.5L 4-cylinder (2AR-FXE)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.54
 3.86 in. (90.0  98.0 mm)
Displacement152.2 cu.in. (2494 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.0 gal. (64.35 L, 14.2 Imp.gal.)
Electric motor (Traction motor)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output105 kW
Maximum torque199 ft•lbf (270 N•m, 27.5 kgf•m)