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4717-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WA R N I N G
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning off the
lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoid-
able to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the head-
lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

4898-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is shown (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the maintenance
schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance.
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for
the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is shown (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (80 00 km) after the message has been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the maintenance is
performed ( →P. 4 2 1 )
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for
the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oil maintenance data has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if necessary. After changing the engine oil, the oil
change system should be reset. ( →P. 4 3 5 )
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil should be change d. (After the engine oil is changed and the
oil maintenance data has been reset.)
Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be reset. ( →P. 4 3 5 )
Comes
onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunc-
tion of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly
System
warning
lightWarning buzzer*Wa r n i n g

4908-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If “Power Turned Off to Save Battery” is shown
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.
■If “Forward Camera System Unavailable” or “Forward Camera System Unavailable
Clean Windshield” is displayed. (if equipped)
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the message is
resolved.
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
●Dynamic radar cruise control
●Automatic High Beam
■When a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-
information display. In that case, follow the instruction of the message and shift the shift
lever.
■If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-info rmation display is malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
●If the following message is shown, following the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” (→ P. 5 1 0 )
●If the following message is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• “Check Access System with Elec. Key”
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place”
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.

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ES350_OM_OM33C68U_(U)9-1. Spec
ifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine
oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level
on the dipstick.
Engine
Model3.5L 6-cylinder (2GR-FE)
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70 × 3.27 in. (94.0 × 83.0 mm)
Displacement210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Va l v e c l e a r a n c eAutomatic adjustmentDrive belt tension
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.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill reference*)
With filter6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp.qt.)
Without filter6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp.qt.)

568Alphabetical index
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EngineAccessory mode................................. 155
Compartment ....................................... 431
Engine switch ........................................ 154
Hood ........................................................ 429
How to start the engine ................... 154
Identification number ........................ 517
If the engine will not start............... 502
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 154
Overheating .......................................... 510
Engine compartment cover ............. 432
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................ 520
Checking................................................436
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................263
Engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................................76
Engine immobilizer system ................. 65
Engine oil Capacity .................................................. 518
Checking................................................433
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................263
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 258
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)Function ..................................................259
Warning light ...................................... 483
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 Flat tire ........................................................ 491
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission ....................521
Brake.......................................................... 521
Washer ..................................................... 441
Fog lights
Switch ........................................................ 172
Footwell light...........................................379
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................44
Front personal lights ........................... 380
Front seats Adjustment............................................... 116
Cleaning................................................... 417
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory................... 117
Head restraints .......................................121
Power easy access system ............... 117
Seat heaters .......................................... 378
Seat position memory .........................117
Seat ventilators.................................... 378
Front side marker lights
Light switch.............................................165
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 467
Wattage ................................................. 524
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 465
Turn signal lever ...................................163
Wattage ................................................. 524F