2016 Lexus ES300h instrument cluster

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
5Lexus Display
Audio systemOperating the Lexus Display Audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructio ns for Canadian owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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For your information ................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 14
How to search ..............................................15
Pictorial index ............................................... 16
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 28
For safe driving .............................. 30
Seat belts .......................................... 32
SRS airbags ......................................37
Front passenger occupant classification system.................. 46
Safety information for children ................................... 52
Child restraint systems ............... 53
Installing child restraints..............57
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 66
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features................67
Hybrid system precautions......... 71
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ....................... 76
Alarm ................................................. 78
2. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators .............................. 82
Gauges and meters ..................... 86
Multi-information display ............91
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ................. 96 3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................. 104
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ............................................... 108
Trunk................................................... 114
Smart access system with push-button start .............. 121
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats....................................... 129
Driving position memory......... 130
Head restraints .............................135
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................. 138
Inside rear view mirror ............. 140
Outside rear view mirrors........ 142
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................. 145
Moon roof ...................................... 148
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component

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2. Instrument clusterWarning lights and indicators .............................. 82
Gauges and meters ..................... 86
Multi-information display ........... 91
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ................. 96

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Warning lights and indicators
The units used on the speedometer and some
indicators may differ depending on the
target region or grade/type.
The warning lights and indicators on th e instrument cluster and center panel
inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or turn off. Have the vehicl e inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
( P. 499)*1Electric power steering
system warning light
( P. 500)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
( P. 499)*1Slip indicator light
( P. 500)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 499)*1Brake system warning light
( P. 499)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 499)Low fuel level warning light
( P. 500)
*1SRS warning light
( P. 499)Seat belt reminder light
( P. 500)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
( P. 499)*1Master warning light
( P. 500)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
( P. 499)*1Tire pressure warning light
( P. 5 0 1 )
*1, 2
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
( P. 500)
*1, 2
(if equipped)
“AFS OFF” indicator
(
P. 5 0 1)

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The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(
 P. 1 76 )
(if equipped)
“LDA” (Lane Departure
Alert with steering control)
indicator ( P. 2 1 3 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 1 7 8 )
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator ( P. 2 3 7 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( P. 1 7 8 ) *1, 2Slip indicator light
( P. 2 7 3 )
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 1 7 9 )
*1VSC OFF indicator
( P. 2 74 )
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( P. 1 8 1 ) *1, 3
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
( P. 2 0 4 )
Fog light indicator
(  P. 1 8 5 )
*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM outside rear view
mirror indicators
( P. 2 6 4 )
“READY” indicator
( P. 166)*1, 6
“A I R B A G O N / O F F ”
indicator ( P. 4 6 )
EV indicator ( P. 6 9 )
Cruise control indicator
(  P. 230, 234)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 1 7 7 )
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator ( P. 222)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 1 7 7 )
Cruise control “SET”
indicator ( P. 2 3 4 )*7Low outside temperature
indicator ( P. 9 1 )

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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that asystem check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or turn off. Have the vehicl e inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light turns on when the system is turned off.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM ou tside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is set to
ON.
• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indica tors do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction with the system. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
*5: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*6: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*7: When the outside temperature is approximately 37F (3C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
WA R N I N G
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when
you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not available to help
protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Gauges and meters
The units used on the speedometer may differ depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Tachometer/Hybrid System Indicator
Tachometer:
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Hybrid System Indicator:
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level. (
P. 8 8 )
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40 F (-40 C) to 122 F
(50 C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature
is 37 F (3 C) or lower.
Clock
Time can be adjusted or a clock format can be set from (settings display) of
the multi-information display. ( P. 9 1 )
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P. 9 1 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( P. 5 0 5 )
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Shift position and shift range
Displays the selected shift posi tion or selected shift range (P. 1 7 3 )
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