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ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)9-2. Customization
■Rear sunshade (if equipped) (
→P. 4 1 2 )
■Seat belt reminder ( →P. 5 0 6 )
■Vehicle customization
●When the smart access system with push-button start is off, the selecting door to
unlock cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlock ing the doors and the automatic door lock
function is activated, the signals will be generated in accordance with the operation
buzzers and the operation signal (emergency flashers) settings.
■When customizing using Remote Touch or Lexus Display Audio controller
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also,
to prevent 12-volt battery discharge, leave the hybrid system operating while customiz-
ing the features.
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Reverse operationOnOff——O
Time elapsed before the
reverse operation feature
activates
0.7 seconds
0 second
——O0.9 seconds
1.2 seconds
123
FunctionDefaultsettingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff——O
123
WA R N I N G
■During customization
As the hybrid system needs to be operating during customization, ensure that the vehi-
cle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage,
exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the
vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is operating while
customizing features.

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ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)9-3. Initialization
9
Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the 12-volt battery being reconnected, or maintenance being per-
formed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required (U.S.A. only)• After the maintenance is per-
formedP. 4 4 1
Oil maintenance• After the maintenance is per-
formedP. 4 5 5
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires
• When changing the tire inflationpressure by changing traveling
speed or load weight, etc.
P. 4 6 7

586What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. ( →P. 1 0 5 )
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. ( →P. 1 0 7 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 4 8 1 )
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. ( →P. 1 6 9 )
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
( → P. 1 2 3 )
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
(→ P. 111)
●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk will
operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key out from the trunk.
(→ P. 116)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside

587What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→ P. 1 6 8 )
●Is the shift lever in P? (→ P. 1 7 0 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 1 2 1 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 171)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. ( →P. 5 2 8 )
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 5 2 9 )
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
power switch in ON mode (→ P. 1 7 8 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 1 7 0 )
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 1 4 5 )
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted fr om P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the hybrid system is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches

591Alphabetical index
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
Audio system*....................................... 290
Audio input............................................299
AUX port ...............................................299
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 348
CD player .............................................. 322
iPod ...........................................................329
MP3/WMA disc ............................... 322
Optimal use ......................................... 309
Portable music player ...................... 337
Radio ......................................................... 316
Setup menu .......................................... 302
Steering wheel audio switches ...............................................296
USB memory .......................................333
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................................388
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................................... 184
Automatic High Beam ........................ 185
Automatic light control system ..................................................... 182
AUX port
*.............................................. 299
Auxiliary box .......................................... 406 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 494
Wattage .................................................548
Battery (12-volt battery) ...................... 461 If the 12-volt battery
is discharged .................................... 529
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 284
Battery (traction battery) ....................... 71
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system .......................................338
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ....................... 349
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 459
Parking brake ......................................... 181
Warning light ...................................... 505
Brake assist .............................................. 276
Break-in tips ............................................. 156
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 87
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 268
B
*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

592Alphabetical index
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
CareAluminum wheels ..............................435
Exterior....................................................434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts ............................................... 438
Cargo capacity........................................165
Cargo hooks .......................................... 407
CD player
*............................................. 322
Chains ....................................................... 285
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....................53
Booster seats, installation.................. 62
Convertible seats, definition ............53
Convertible seats, installation .........60
Front passenger occupant
classification system .........................46
Infant seats, definition ..........................53
Infant seats, installation .......................60
Installing CRS
with LATCH anchors .................... 58
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........60
Installing CRS with top tether strap .........................63
Child safety ................................................ 52 12-volt battery precautions ...........532
Airbag precautions .............................. 39
Child restraint system .........................53
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 33
Installing child restraints..................... 57
Moon roof precautions...................... 151 Power window lock switch.............145
Power window precautions ........... 147
Rear door child-protectors ............... 111
Removed electronic
key battery precautions .............. 482
Seat belt extender
precautions .......................................... 35
Seat belt precautions .......................... 56
Seat heater precautions .................398
Trunk precautions ................................. 117
Child-protectors ....................................... 111
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .............................. 435
Exterior ................................................... 434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts................................................438
Clock...........................................................410
Coat hooks ............................................... 414
Condenser.............................................. 458
Console box........................................... 404
Console box light ................................. 404
Consumption screen ..............................99
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating .......... 533
Cruise control Cruise control ..................................... 238
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 226
Cup holders............................................ 405
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 37
Customizable features ...................... 562
C

593Alphabetical index
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
Daytime running light system ........... 183
DefoggerFront windshield ................................. 392
Outside rear view mirrors .............392
Rear window ........................................392
Dimension ............................................... 540
Dinghy towing.......................................... 167
Display Dynamic radar cruise control...... 226
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..................... 217
Multi-information display ....................91
Trip information ..................................... 87
Warning message ................................ 511
Display Audio system ......................... 290
Display settings ...................................307
Setup menu .......................................... 302
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 447
Door courtesy lights Location ................................................. 400
Wattage ................................................. 548
Doors Automatic door locking
and unlocking system........................ 111
Door glasses ......................................... 145
Door lock ..................................................110
Outside rear view mirrors ...............142
Rear door child-protector.................. 111 Driver’s seat position memory..........130
Driving position memory...................131
Memory recall function .................... 132
Power easy access system ............ 130
Driving Break-in tips ...........................................156
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Driving mode select switch .......... 266
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 282
Procedures .............................................154
Winter drive tips ................................ 284
Dynamic radar cruise control
Function .................................................. 226
Eco drive mode......................................266
EDR (Event data recorder).....................11
Electric motor (traction motor).......... 67
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ...................................................277
Warning light ...................................... 506
Electronic key .......................................... 104
Battery-saving function .................... 123
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 527
Replacing the battery ........................481
D
E
*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

594Alphabetical index
ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer
sounds................................................. 505
If a warning light turns on.............. 505
If a warning message is displayed ........................................... 511
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................529
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 527
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 525
If you have a flat tire ........................... 515
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 504
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................................... 537
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 499
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ......................................500
If your vehicle overheats ............... 533
Emergency flashers ............................. 498
Energy monitor .........................................97 Engine
Accessory mode .................................169
Compartment .......................................451
Hood........................................................ 449
How to start the hybrid system ................................................... 168
Identification number ....................... 542
Ignition switch (power switch) ..... 168
Overheating.........................................533
Power switch. ....................................... 168
Engine compartment cover..............452
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................545
Checking ............................................... 457
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 284
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 86
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 543
Checking ............................................... 453
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 284