2016 Lexus ES300h Owner's Manual (OM33B71U)

ES300h_OM_OM33B71U_(U)
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Vehicle specifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engineoil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
Hybrid battery (Traction battery)
Ty p eNickel-metal hydride battery
Vo l t a g e7. 2 V/m o d u l e
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity34 modules
Overall voltage244.8 V
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference
*)
With filter4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
Without filter4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)

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■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used
in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good start-
ing in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20
at the next oil change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscos ity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifi-
cation Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added
to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Outside temperature

ES300h_OM_OM33B71U_(U)
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Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine7.6 qt. (7.2 L, 6.3 Imp.qt.)
Po w e r
control unit
3.4 qt. (3.2 L, 2.8 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK16HR-A8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 68F
(20 C):12.5 V or higher: Fully charged
12.2 — 12.4 V: Half charged
12.0 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid system
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110.2 lbf (490 N, 50.0 kgf)while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf).
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*13.54 in. (90 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)

ES300h_OM_OM33B71U_(U)
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Vehicle specifications
Standard tire
*1: 112 mph (180 km/h) or less
*2: More than 112 mph (180 km/h)
Compact spare tire
Tires and wheels
Ti r e s i z eP215/55R17 93V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front tire33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)*1
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Rear tire33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size17  7J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Ti r e s i z eT155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size17  4T
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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A: H9 halogen bulbs B: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
Light bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights high beam
(halogen bulbs)
65A
Front turn signal lights7444NA28 /8B
Front side marker lightsW5W5C
Rear turn signal lightsWY21W21B
Back-up lightsW16W16C
Outer foot lightsW5W5C
Interior
Door courtesy lights5C
Vanity lights8C
Trunk light5C

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Vehicle specifications
Fuel information
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by
the brand of gasoline you are
using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this does not
correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
■Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A., Eu rope and Japan have developed a specifi-
cation for fuel quality called the World-Wi de Fuel Charter (WWFC), which is expected
to be applied worldwide.
●The WWFC consists of four cat egories that are based on required emission levels. In
the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.
●The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and improves
customer satisfaction through better performance.
■Recommendation of the use of gasoli ne containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid the
build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additives concentration program.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of Top Ti er Detergent Gasoline. For more informa-
tion on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers, please go to the official
website www.toptiergas.com.
■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as et hers and ethanol, as well as reformulated
gasolines, are available in some cities. These fuels are typically acceptable for use, pro-
viding they meet other fuel requirements.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the fo rmulations allow for reduced vehicle emis-
sions.
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine
knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM
D4814 in the U.S.A..

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■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure th
at it has an octane rating no lower than 87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancin g additive called MMT (Methylcyclopenta-
dienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasolin e that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instru ment cluster may come on. If this happens,
contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking fo r a short time while accelerating or driv-
ing uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15% etha-
nol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline that
could contain more than 15% ethanol, includ-
ing from any pump labeled E30, E50, E85
(which are only some examples of fuel con-
taining more than 15% ethanol).DO NOT use gasoline con-
taining more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)