
662-1. Instrument cluster
2-1.Instrument cluster
The image may differ from the actual condition.
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center panel and 
outside rear view mirrors inform the driver  of the status of the vehicle’s various 
systems.
Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument cluster
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.358)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.358)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1 
(  P.358)
High coolant temperature 
warning light
*2 (  P.358)
Charging system warning 
light
*2 ( P.359)
Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light
*2 (  P.359)
(U.S.A.) Malfunction indicator lamp
*1 
(  P.359)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
*1 
(  P.359)
SRS warning light
*1 (  P.359)
(U.S.A.) ABS warning light
*1 (
 P.360) 

722-1. Instrument cluster
■Display items
 Odometer
Displays the total distance the vehicle has 
been driven.
Trip meter A/trip meter B
Displays the distance the vehicle has been 
driven since the meter  was last reset. Trip 
meters A and B can be used to record and 
display different distances independently.
 Distance until next engine oil 
change
Displays the distance the vehicle can be 
driven until an oil change is necessary.
■Changing the display
Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is 
pressed, the displayed item will be  changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch 
will reset the trip meter.
■Pop-up display
Distance until the next engine oil 
change will displayed when a warning 
message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is 
required is displayed.
The brightness of the instrument panel 
lights can be adjusted.
1
Darker
2
Brighter
■Brightness of the meter lights (day mode 
and night mode)
The brightness of the meter lights can be 
adjusted individually.
In the following situations, the meters 
WARNING
For example, there is a lag between the 
driver’s shifting and the new gear number 
appearing on the display. This lag could 
cause the driver to downshift again, 
causing rapid and excessive engine brak-
ing and possibly an accident resulting in 
death or injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and 
its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the 
tachometer enter the red zone, which 
indicates the maximum engine speed.
●The engine may be overheating if the 
engine coolant temperature gauge is 
in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-
diately stop the vehicle in a safe place, 
and check the engine after it has 
cooled completely. ( P.389)
Odometer and trip meter dis-
play
Changing the instrument panel 
light brightness 

2424-6. Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to 
the prevailing outside temperatures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant/power control unit cool-
ant
• Washer fluid
 Have a service technician inspect 
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four 
snow tires or purchase a set of tire 
chains for the front tires.
*
Ensure that all tires are the specified size 
and brand, and that chains match the size 
of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehi-
cles with 18-inch tires.
Perform the following according to the 
driving conditions:
 Do not try to forcibly open a window 
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving 
the vehicle in winter. Always drive 
the vehicle in a manner appropriate 
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of 
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air 
pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 
km/h), regardless of the type of snow 
tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some 
wheels.
■Driving with tire chains (vehicles with 
17-inch tires)
Observe the following precautions to 
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle 
being unable to be driven safely, and may 
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed 
limit specified for the tire chains being 
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-
ever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces 
or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt 
steering, sudden braking and shifting 
operations that cause sudden engine 
braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering 
a curve to ensure that vehicle control is 
maintained.
●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) 
system.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow 
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire 
retailers. 
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation 
of the tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle 

2805-6. Using the other interior features
WARNING
■Caution regarding interference with 
electronic devices
People with implantable cardiac pace-
makers, cardiac resy nchronization ther-
apy-pacemakers or implantable 
cardioverter defibrillators, as well as any 
other electrical medical device, should 
consult their physician about the usage of 
the wireless charger.
The operations of the wireless charger 
may have an affect on medical devices.
■To prevent damage or burns
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in a possibility 
of equipment failure and damage, catch 
fire, burns due to overheat.
●Do not insert any metallic objects 
between the charging area and the 
portable device while charging
●Do not attach stickers, metallic 
objects, etc., to the charger area or 
portable device
●Do not cover with cloth, etc., and 
charge
●Do not charge portable devices other 
than designated
●Do not attempt to dismantle for disas-
sembly or modifications
●Do not hit or apply a strong force
NOTICE
■Conditions in which the function may 
not operate correctly
In the following conditions, it may not 
operate correctly
●The portable device is fully charged
●There is foreign matter between the 
charge area and portable device
●The temperature of the portable 
device gets higher from charging
●The charging surface of the portable 
device is facing up
●The placement of the portable device 
is out of alignmen t with the charge 
area
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, 
gas station, radio stat ion, large display, 
airport or other fac ility that generates 
strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When the electronic key is in contact 
with, or is covered by the following 
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is  attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum  foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit 
radio waves) are being used nearby
In addition, excluding the above-men-
tioned, when the charger does not per-
form normally or the operation indicator 
light is flashing continuously, it is consid-
ered that the wireless charger is malfunc-
tioning. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■To prevent failure or damage to data
●Do not bring magnetic cards, such as 
credit cards, or magnetic recording 
media, etc., close to the charger while 
charging, otherwise, data may disap-
pear under the influence of magne-
tism. Also, do not bring precision 
instruments such as  wrist watches, etc., 
close to the charger, as such objects 
may break.
●Do not leave portable devices in the 
cabin. The temperature inside the 
cabin may become high, when under 
the sun, and cause damage to the 
device. 

3156-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Radiator and 
condenser 
( P.321)
Tire inflation 
pressure 
( P.334)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid 
( P.322)
• Water or washer fluid 
containing antifreeze 
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for  adding water or washer 
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many 
mechanisms and fluids that may move 
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following 
precautions.
■When working on the engine com-
partment
●Make sure that the “IGNITION ON” 
on the multi-information display and 
the “READY” indicator are both off.
●Keep hands, clothi ng and tools away 
from the moving fan and engine drive 
belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, 
power control unit, radiator, exhaust 
manifold, etc. right after driving as they 
may be hot. Oil and other fluids may 
also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn 
easily, such as paper and rags, in the 
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose 
an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are 
flammable.
ItemsParts and tools■When working near the electric cool-
ing fan or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the 
electric cooling fan may automatically 
start to run if the air conditioning is on 
and/or the coolant temperature is high. 
(  P.321)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or 
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter 
removed may cause excessive engine 
wear due to dirt in the air. 
![Lexus ES300h 2019  Owners Manual (OM06178U) 3968-1. Specifications
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the 
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn 
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■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
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3968-1. Specifications
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the 
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn 
off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 
minutes, and check the oil level on the 
dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in 
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus 
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” 
or equivalent to satisfy the following 
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multigrade 
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16 SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good 
fuel economy and good
 starting in cold 
weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 
0W-20 oil may be used. However, it 
must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at 
the next oil change.
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here 
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-16 indicates the  characteristic of the oil which allows 
Electric motor (traction motor)
TypePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output88 kW
Maximum torque149 ft•lbf (202 N•m, 20.6 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
TypeNickel-metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/cell
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity34 modules
Overall voltage244.8 V
Lubrication system
With filter4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.)
Without filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
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3978-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
cold startability. Oils with a lower 
value before the W allow for easier 
starting of the engine in cold 
weather.
• The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the vis- cosity characteristic of the oil when 
the oil is at high temperature. An oil 
with a higher viscosity (one with a 
higher value) may be better suited if 
the vehicle is operated at high 
speeds, or under extreme load con-
ditions. How to read oil container label:
API registered marks is added to some 
oil containers to help you select the oil 
you should use.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Spark plug
Cooling system
Capacity*
Gasoline engine
6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp.qt.)
Power control unit
1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
 Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
MakeDENSO FC16HR-Q8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm) 

4078-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to 
lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they 
represent the tire’s  ability to stop on 
wet pavement as measured under con-
trolled conditions on  specified govern-
ment test surfaces of asphalt and 
concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction 
performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to 
this tire is based on braking (straight 
ahead) traction tests and does not include 
cornering (turning) traction.
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the 
highest), B, and C, representing the 
tire’s resistance to the generation of 
heat and its ability to dissipate heat  when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory 
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the 
material of the tire to degenerate and 
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature 
can lead to sudd
en tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to  a level of perfor-
mance which all passenger car tires must 
meet under the Fede ral Motor Vehicle 
Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of 
performance on the laboratory test wheel 
than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire 
assume that it is properly inflated and not 
overloaded.
Excessive speed, unde rinflation, or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in combi-
nation, can cause heat buildup and 
possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation 
pressureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for three hours or 
more, or has not been driven more  than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that 
condition
Maximum inflation 
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may be inflated, 
shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended 
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure  recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may 
be replaced) of hybrid transmissi on, power steering, power brakes, 
power windows, power se ats, radio and heater, to the extent that 
these items are available as factory-installed equipment (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 
conditioning and additional weight optional engine