2019 Lexus ES350 automatic transmission

3TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Automatic transmission...............141
Turn signal lever............................. 145
Parking brake ................................. 146
Brake Hold....................................... 148
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ............................ 150
Automatic High Beam ................ 153
Windshield wipers and washer 155
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap.......... 161
4-5. Using the driving support systems Lexus Safety System+2.0 .......... 163
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 169
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)......... 176
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .............. 185
Dynamic radar crui se control with
full-speed range.......................... 187
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 197
Driving Mode Select switch .... 202
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) 204
Intuitive parking assist ................ 205
RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert) function ............................................ 211
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function ........................................... 215
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) 218
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ............................ 224
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles).......... 229
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) ..................... 233
Driving assist systems ................. 236
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ....................... 2405-1. Remote Touch
Remote Touch................................ 244
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge Lexus Climate Concierge........ 249
5-3. Using the air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system............................................................ 251
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators................... 258
5-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............................ 262
5-5. Using the storage features List of storage features .............. 265
Trunk features ............................... 268
5-6. Using the other interior features Other interior features .............. 269
Garage door opener .................. 281
Compass ......................................... 286
Lexus Enform Safety Connect 289
Lexus Enform Remote ............... 293
Lexus Enform Service Connect .......................................................... 294
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior................................... 296
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior ..

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6-2. Maintenance Maintenance re quirements ......301
General maintenance................ 302
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care

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Driving
Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ..................... 128
Cargo and luggage ................... 133
Vehicle load limits ...................... 135
Trailer towing ............................... 135
Dinghy towing ............................. 136
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ........... 137
Automatic transmission............ 141
Turn signal lever.......................... 145
Parking brake .............................. 146
Brake Hold.................................... 148
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ......................... 150
Automatic High Beam ............. 153
Windshield wipers and washer ......................................................... 155
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap....... 161
4-5. Using the driving support sys- tems
Lexus Safety System+2.0 ....... 163
PCS (Pre-Collision System).. 169
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...... 176
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ........... 185
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range....................... 187
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 197
Driving Mode Select switch . 202PKSA (Parking Support Alert)
....................................................... 204
Intuitive parking assist ............. 205
RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert) function.......................................... 211
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function........................................ 215
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........................................................ 218
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) .......................... 224
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles) ...... 229
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians) .................. 233
Driving assist systems.............. 236
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .................... 240

1414-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
*1: Shifting to the D position allows the sys-tem to select a gear suitable for the
driving conditions. Setting the shift lever
to the D position is recommended for
normal driving. You can choose shift
range suitable for your driving situation
by operating the paddle shift switches.
*2: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper li mit of the possible
gear ranges, controls engine braking
force, and prevents unnecessary
upshifting.
■When driving with dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range activated
Even when performing the following
actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not be acti-
vated because dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range will not be
canceled.
●While driving in the D position or S mode,
downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. ( P.187)
●When switching the driving mode to
sport mode while driving in D position.
( P.202)
■Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start
Control)
 P.129
■AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatica lly selects the suit-
able gear according to driver performance
and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when
the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the shift lever
to the S position or using the paddle shift
cancels the function.)
Automatic transmission
Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.
Shift position purpose and func-
tions
Shift posi-
tionObjective or function
PParking the vehicle/starting the engine
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*1
SS mode driving*2 ( P.144)
WARNING
■When driving on slippery road sur-
faces
Do not accelerate or shift gears sud-
denly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may
cause the vehicle to sp in or skid, resulting
in an accident.

1444-2. Driving procedures
The selected shift range, from D1 to D8,
will be displaye d in the meter.
■Automatic deactivation of shift range
selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will
be deactivated in the following situations:
●The “+” paddle shift switch is held down
for a period of time
●When the vehicle comes to a stop
●If the accelerator pedal is depressed for
more than a certain period of time
●When the shift lever is shifted to a posi-
tion other than D
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is
operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
To enter S mode, shift the shift lever to
S. Shift ranges can be selected by
operating the shift lever or paddle shift
switches, allowing you to drive in the
gear of your choosing. 1
Upshifting
2 Downshifting
The initial shift range in S mode is set
automatically to 4, 5 or 6 according to
vehicle’s speed. However, the initial
shift range may be set to 3 if AI-SHIFT
has operated while the shift lever was
in the D position. ( P.141)
A lower shift range will provide greater
engine braking forces than a higher
shift range.■S mode
●When the shift range is 7 or lower, hold-
ing the shift lever toward “+” sets the shift
range to 8.
●To prevent the engine from over-revving,
upshifting may automatically occur.
●To protect the automatic transmission, a
function is adopted that automatically
selects a higher shift range when the fluid
temperature is high.
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or paddle shift switch is
operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
Selecting shift ranges in S mode
Meter displayFunction
S2 - S8
A gear in the range
between 1 and the
selected gear is
automatically cho-
sen depending on
vehicle speed and
driving conditions
S1Setting the gear at 1

3858-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Spark plug
Cooling system
Capacity*9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 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 FK20HBR8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system (battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*8.0 qt. (7.6 L, 6.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS

3868-1. 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 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
while the engine is running.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when th e engine is running. (If the brake system
warning light is illuminated, refer to P.348.)
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system wa rning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If
the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.352.)
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately
damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.2 in. (81 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pushing the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1
to 2 seconds: turns off
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

429What to do if... (Troubleshooting)429Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C .....................................................................251Air conditioning filter ............................... 328
Automatic air conditioning system .....251
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 236 Function .......................................................... 236
Warning light .............................................. 350
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 236
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 236
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .152
Adaptive Variable Suspension System236
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .152
Airbags ............................................................... 28 Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................... 31
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................................................ 31
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ...................................... 349
Air conditioning filter ................................. 328
Air conditioning system ..............................251 Air conditioning filter ............................... 328
Automatic air conditioning system .....251
Alarm ................................................................... 56 Alarm .................................................................. 56
Warning buzzer .........................................348
Anchor brackets ...................................... 43, 51
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................. 100
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 236 Function ..........................................................236
Warning light .............................................. 350
Approach warning........................................193
Armrest............................................................ 278
Assist grips ..................................................... 278
Audio system-linked display ...................... 75
Automatic headlight leveling system ..... 151
Automatic High Beam ................................153
Automatic light control system............... 150
Automatic transmission ............................... 141 Paddle shift switches ....................... 143, 144
S mode ..............................................................144
Auxiliary box...................................................267
Average fuel economy..................................73
Average vehicle speed .................................73
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Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................335
Battery Checking .........................................................314
If the battery is discharged .................... 374
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................240
Warning light ...............................................349
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................... 197
Boost gauge.......................................................74
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 148
Fluid.................................................................. 386
Parking brake ............................................... 146
Warning light .............................................. 348
Brake assist .................................................... 236
Break-in tips.....................................................129
Brightness control Instrument panel light control........ 66, 70
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 197

432Alphabetical index
Identification number ...............................383
If the engine will not start .......................369
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................340
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............. 137
Overheating..................................................377
Tachometer .............................................64, 67
Engine coolant................................................312 Capacity ........................................................ 385
Checking ......................................................... 312
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 240
Engine coolant temperature gauge 64, 67
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 54
Engine oil ......................................................... 310 Capacity .........................................................384
Checking ........................................................ 310
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 240
Warning light ............................................... 349
Engine oil maintenance data ....................312
Engine switch ........................................ 137, 137 Auto power off function ................ 139, 139
Changing the engine switch modes139, 139
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................... 340, 340
Starting the engine ............................ 137, 137
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (Enhanced VSC) ...................................... 236
Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stabil- ity Control) .................................................. 236
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 236 Function .......................................................... 236
Warning light .............................................. 350
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7
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Flat tire ............................................................. 362 Tire pressure warning system ...............319
Floor mats ...........................................................22 Fluid
Automatic transmission ......................... 385
Brake ............................................................... 386
Washer ............................................................ 315
Footwell light ................................................. 262
Front passenger occupant classification system ...............................................................37
Front seats ........................................................107 Adjustment ..................................................... 107
Cleaning .........................................................299
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 108
Head restraints................................................. 111
Memory recall function............................ 109
Power easy access system .................... 108
Seat heaters ................................................. 258
Seat position memory ..............................108
Seat ventilators ........................................... 258
Front side marker light ............................... 150 Light switch .................................................... 150
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ................... 335, 335
Front turn signal lights .................................145
Replacing light bulbs ................... 335, 335
Turn signal lever .......................................... 145
Fuel ....................................................................... 161 Capacity ........................................................ 383
Fuel gauge ............................................... 64, 67
Fuel pump shut off system..................... 347
Information ................................................... 389
Refueling............................................................ 161
Type ................................................................. 383
Warning light ................................................ 351
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 73
Current fuel consumption ........................ 73
Fuel filler door .................................................. 161 If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
............................................................................371
Refueling............................................................ 161
Fuel gauge ................................................. 64, 67
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 347