2018 Lexus ES300h transmission

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ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem wi
th your hybrid transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
●A warning message for the hybrid system is shown on the multi-information
display and the vehicle does not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing se rvice, using a wheel-lift type truck or
flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

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ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system
. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (red indicator) and warning buzzer
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic hybrid transmission control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

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ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)
NOTICE
■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 th ese procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.

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ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)9-1. Specifications
*: 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 typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
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
Pedal clearance*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)

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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has no
t been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in exce ss of those standard items
which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed eq uipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they re place, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code

593Alphabetical index
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Enhanced VSC ......................................272
EPS (Electronic Po wer Steering)
Function .................................................. 273
Warning light ...................................... 504
EV drive mode......................................... 173
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11
Flat tire ....................................................... 513
Floor mats ................................................... 28
Fluid Brake ........................................................544
Hybrid transmission..........................544
Washer .................................................. 456
Fog lights Switch........................................................ 189
Footwell light .......................................... 396
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 46
Front personal lights............................ 397
Front seats Adjustment ............................................. 129
Cleaning .................................................433
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................ 130
Head restraints ..................................... 135
Power easy access system ............ 130
Seat heaters ......................................... 395
Seat position memory....................... 130
Seat ventilators ................................... 395 Front side marker lights
Light switch.............................................182
Replacing light bulbs .......................489
Wattage ................................................. 546
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 487
Turn signal lever .................................. 180
Wattage ................................................. 546
Fuel Capacity.................................................540
Fuel gauge ............................................... 86
Information............................................ 547
Refueling ..................................................194
Type..........................................................540
Warning light .......................................504
Fuel filler door.......................................... 194 Refueling ..................................................194
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened ...........................196
Fuses.......................................................... 480
Garage door opener..............................411
Gauges........................................................ 86
Glove box ............................................... 400
Grocery bag hooks............................. 403
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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*........................ 345
Head restraints ....................................... 135
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ..................................................... 183
Light switch ............................................ 182
Replacing light bulbs......................................... 485, 492
Wattage ................................................. 546
Heaters Air conditioning system ................................................. 384
Heated steering wheel ................... 395
Seat heaters ......................................... 395
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 388
High-voltage components .................... 71
Hill-start assist control .........................272
Hood .......................................................... 445
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 403
Coat hooks ............................................ 410
Grocery bag hooks......................... 403
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 28
Horn .............................................................139
Hybrid battery (traction battery) .................................... 71
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents .................72 Hybrid system............................................ 67
Emergency shut off system .............. 72
Energy monitor/consumption screen ..................................................... 96
EV drive mode ..................................... 173
High voltage components ................. 71
Hybrid System Indicator ...................88
Hybrid system precautions ............... 71
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 278
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 523
Overheating...........................................531
“Power” (ignition) switch ................ 168
Starting the hybrid system.............. 168
Vehicle proximity notification system ..................................................... 68
Hybrid System Indicator ...................... 88
Hybrid transmission .............................. 175 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .....................................178
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SeatsAdjustment ............................................. 129
Adjustment precautions .................. 129
Child seats/child restraint system installation.............................. 57
Cleaning .................................................433
Driving position memory ................ 130
Head restraints ..................................... 135
Power easy access system ............ 130
Properly sitting in the seat ................30
Seat heaters ......................................... 395
Seat position memory....................... 130
Seat ventilators ................................... 395
Sensor Automatic headlight system .......... 184
Humidity sensor .................................393
Inside rear view mirror ....................... 141
Intuitive parking assist ...................... 237
Lexus Safety System+..................... 200
Radar sensor ....................................... 200
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .................................................... 192
Service reminder indicators ............... 82
Shift lever Hybrid transmission........................... 175
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 178
Shift lever light ....................................... 396
Shift lock system......................................178
Side airbags ............................................... 37 Side marker lights
Light switch.............................................182
Replacing light bulbs ...........489, 492
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding ........................ 142
Blind Spot Monitor ........................... 264
Linked mirror function when reversing.................................. 143
Mirror position memory ................. 130
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 492
Turn signal lever .................................. 180
Smart access system with push-button start Antenna location....................................121
Entry functions ..................................... 108
Starting the hybrid system.............. 168
Snow tires ................................................ 283
Spare tire ................................................... 513 Inflation pressure................................545
Storage location ...................................514
Spark plug ............................................... 543
Specifications......................................... 538
Speedometer ............................................ 86