2018 Lexus ES300h Owner's Manual (OM33D45U)

585What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)
●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal? \
(→P. 168)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 170)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 121)
●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. 526)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 527)
●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. 178)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 170)
●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. 145)
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from 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

586What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of time.
(→ P. 170)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passe nger wearing the seat belts? (→P. 504)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 181)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(→ P. 503, 509)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (→ P. 78)
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid system.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (→ P. 509)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 503, 509. The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

587What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ES300h_OM_OM33D45U_(U)
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
(→ P. 513)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
(→ P. 535)
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

588Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter........................ 476
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 384
Humidity sensor .................................393
Micro dust and pollen filter ....................................................... 389
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Function .................................................. 272
Warning light ...................................... 503
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ....................................................... 183
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ................................................... 183
Air conditioning filter .......................... 476
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter........................ 476
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 384
Humidity sensor ............................... 393
Micro dust and pollen filter ....................................................... 389 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .......... 43
Airbag precautions for your child ....................................... 39
Airbag warning light ........................503
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 43
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 39
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 46
General airbag precautions ........... 39
Locations of airbags.............................37
Modification and disposal of airbags................................................42
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 43
Side airbag precautions .................... 39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 43
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ......................... 39
SRS airbags ..............................................37
Alarm ............................................................78 Warning buzzer.................................503
Anchor brackets....................................... 57
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) .......................121
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Function ...................................................272
Warning light .......................................503
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control).........................232
Armrest .....................................................407
Assist grip .................................................. 410
Audio input ............................................. 295
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Audio system*....................................... 286
Audio input............................................295
AUX port...............................................295
Bluetooth
® audio ..............................344
CD player ............................................... 318
iPod ...........................................................325
MP3/WMA disc ................................ 318
Optimal use ......................................... 305
Portable music player ......................333
Radio ..........................................................312
Setup menu .......................................... 298
Steering wheel audio switches ............................................... 292
USB memory .......................................329
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 384
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................................... 184
Automatic High Beam ........................ 185
Automatic light control system ..................................................... 182
AUX port
*.............................................. 295
Auxiliary box .......................................... 402 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................491
Wattage ................................................. 546
Battery (12-volt battery) .....................457 If the 12-volt battery is discharged .................................... 527
Preparing and checking before winter....................................................280
Battery (traction battery) ....................... 71
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system ....................................... 334
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ....................... 345
Brake Fluid ..........................................................455
Parking brake ......................................... 181
Warning light .......................................503
Brake assist .............................................. 272
Break-in tips ............................................. 156
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 87
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................264
B
*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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CareAluminum wheels ............................... 431
Exterior................................................... 430
Interior .....................................................433
Seat belts ................................................434
Cargo capacity........................................165
Cargo hooks .......................................... 403
CD player
*.............................................. 318
Chains ........................................................ 281
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 .......... 530
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 .............. 479
Seat belt extender precautions .......................................... 35
Seat belt precautions .......................... 56
Seat heater precautions ................. 394
Trunk precautions ................................. 117
Child-protectors ....................................... 111
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ................................ 431
Exterior ...................................................430
Interior ..................................................... 433
Seat belts................................................ 434
Clock......................................................... 406
Coat hooks ............................................... 410
Condenser.............................................. 454
Console box ........................................... 400
Console box light ................................. 400
Consumption screen ..............................99
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ............531
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 225
Cup holders.............................................. 401
Curtain shield airbags ............................ 37
Customizable features ...................... 560
C

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Daytime running light system ........... 183
DefoggerFront windshield ................................ 388
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 388
Rear window ....................................... 388
Dimension ...............................................538
Dinghy towing.......................................... 167
Display Dynamic radar cruise control...... 225
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .................... 216
Multi-information display ....................91
Trip information ..................................... 87
Warning message ............................ 509
Display Audio system ......................... 286 Display settings .................................. 303
Setup menu .......................................... 298
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 443
Door courtesy lights Location ................................................. 396
Wattage ................................................. 546
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 .......... 262
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 278
Procedures .............................................154
Winter drive tips ................................280
Dynamic radar cruise control Function .................................................. 225
Eco drive mode......................................262
EDR (Event data recorder).....................11
Electric motor (traction motor).......... 67
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ...................................................273
Warning light .......................................504
Electronic key .......................................... 104 Battery-saving function .................... 123
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 525
Replacing the battery ...................... 478
D
E
*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds................................................. 503
If a warning light turns on.............. 503
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 509
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ......................................... 527
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 525
If the hybrid system will not start ................................................523
If you have a flat tire ........................... 513
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 502
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 535
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......... 497
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 498
If your vehicle overheats ................. 531
Emergency flashers ............................. 496
Energy monitor .........................................97 Engine
Accessory mode .................................169
Compartment ..................................... 447
Hood........................................................ 445
How to start the hybrid system ................................................... 168
Identification number.......................540
Ignition switch (power switch) ..... 168
Overheating...........................................531
Power switch. ....................................... 168
Engine compartment cover............. 448
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 543
Checking ............................................... 453
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................280
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 86
Engine oil Capacity...................................................541
Checking ............................................... 449
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................280