2020 Lexus ES300h air condition

2514-6. Driving tips
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Driving
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accelera-
tor pedal depression amount can be
generated more smoothly than it is in
normal conditions. In addition, the
operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving the fuel economy.
( P.212)
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by
keeping the indicate of Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P.77)
Shift the shift lever to D when stopped
at a traffic light, or driving in heavy traf-
fic etc. Shift the shift lever to P when
parking. When using the N, there is no
positive effect on fuel consumption. In
the N, the gasoline engine operates
but electricity cannot be generated.
Also, when using the air conditioning
system, etc., the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) power is consumed. 
Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid
abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion. Gradual acceleration and
deceleration will make more effec-
tive use of the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.
 Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery)
power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be
restored by driving with the acceler-
ator pedal slightly released.
Make sure to operate the brakes gently
and in a timely manner. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.
Repeated acceleration and decelera-
tion, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel economy.
Check traffic reports before leaving
and avoid delays as much as possible.
When driving in a traffic jam, gently
release the brake pedal to allow the
vehicle to move forward slightly while
avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consumption.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the follow-
ing points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal
operation
When braking
Delays

2524-6. Driving tips
Control and maintain the vehicle at a
constant speed. Before stopping at a
toll booth or similar, allow plenty of
time to release the accelerator and
gently apply the brakes. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.
Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. Doing so can help reduce
excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient tem-
perature is high, use the recirculated
air mode. Doing so will help to reduce
the burden on the air conditioning sys-
tem and reduce fuel consumption as
well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine
will not automatically cut out until it and
the interior of the vehicle are warm, it
will consume fuel. Also, fuel consump-
tion can be improved by avoiding over-
use of the heater.
Make sure to check the tire inflation
pressure frequently. Improper tire infla-
tion pressure can cause poor fuel
economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large
amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel economy.
Use tires that are appropriate for the
season. Carrying heavy luggage will lead to
poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage.
Installing a large
roof rack will also cause poor fuel
economy.
Since the gasoline engine starts up and
cuts out automatically when cold,
warming up the engine is unnecessary.
Moreover, frequently driving short dis-
tances will cause the engine to repeat-
edly warm up, which can lead to excess
fuel consumption.
Highway driving
Air conditioning
Checking tire inflation pressure
Luggage
Warming up before driving

2534-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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

2544-6. Driving tips
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.
 To ensure proper operation of the
climate control system fan, remove
any snow that has accumulated on
the air inlet vents in front of the
windshield.
 Check for and remove any excess
ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s
roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.
 Remove any snow or mud from the
bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.
■To protect the windshield wipers
 P.167
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.
 Park the vehicle and move the shift
lever to P without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may
freeze up, preventing it from being
released. If the vehicle is parked
without setting the parking brake,
make sure to block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous
because it may cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly, possibly lead-
ing to an accident.
 If the vehicle is parked without set-
ting the parking brake, confirm that
the shift lever cannot be moved out
of P
*.
*: The shift lever will be locked if it is
attempted to be shifted from P to any
other position with out depressing the
brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem
with the shift lock system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Vehicles with 17-inch tires
Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire
size.
Side chain:
0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter
0.39 in. (10 mm) in width
1.18 in. (30 mm) in length
Cross chain:
0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter
0.55 in. (14 mm) in width
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
A
B
C
D
E

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Interior features
Interior features
5-1. Remote TouchRemote Touch ............................ 258
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge Lexus Climate Concierge ..... 262
5-3. Using the air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system........................................................ 264
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators ................ 272
5-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list......................... 276
5-5. Using the storage features List of storage features............ 279
Trunk features............................. 282
5-6. Using the other interior features Other interior features ........... 283
Garage door opener............... 295
Compass........................................ 301

2615-1. Remote Touch
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Interior features
■Split-screen display (12.3-inch display model)
Different information can be displayed on the left and right of the screen. For
example, air conditioning system screen can be displayed and operated while the
fuel consumption information screen is be ing displayed. The large screen on the
left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the right is
called the side display.
■Main display
For details about the functions and
operation of the main display, refer to
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■Side display (12.3-inch display
model)
The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select or to display the desired
screen. Navigation system
*
Audio*
Vehicle information (
P.92)
Air conditioning system ( P.268)
Show/hide the side display
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
■Screen display during low temperatures
When the ambient temperature is
A
B
C
D
E

2635-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
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Interior features
5-2.Lexus Climate Concierge
Select
The indicator on the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge control screen illuminates, and the
automatic air conditioning system, seat
heaters and ventilators, and heated steer-
ing wheel operate in automatic mode.
If any of the system is operated manually,
the indicator turns off. However, all other
functions continue to operate in automatic
mode.
■When using the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge
Lexus Climate Concierge can be operated
on the sub function menu or option control
screen. ( P.267)
■Automatic air conditioning system
( P.264)
The temperature can be adjusted indi-
vidually for the driver seat and passen-
ger seat.
■Seat heaters and ventilators (if
equipped) ( P.272)
Heating or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc. Also, heating
and ventilation may turn off.
The seat heater and ventilator of the
front passenger seat operate in auto-
matic mode if a passenger is detected.
■Heated steering wheel (if
equipped) ( P.272)
Heated steering wheel operates auto-
matically according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge
The seat heaters (if equipped), seat
ventilators (if equipped) and heated
steering wheel (if equipped) are
each automatically controlled
according to the set temperature of
the air conditioning system, the out-
side and cabin temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge allows a
comfortable condition to be main-
tained without adjusting each sys-
tem.
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch and select “Climate”
to display the air conditioning con-
trol screen. Then, select on the
sub menu ( P.267) to display the
Lexus Climate Concierge control
screen.
Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge
Operation of each system

2655-3. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
5-3.Using the air conditioning system
Left-hand side temperature control switch
Automatic mode switch
Off switch
Fan speed decrease switch
Fan speed increase switch
Airflow mode control switch
Windshield defogger switch
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
Right-hand side temp erature control switch
■Adjusting the temperature
Operate the temperature control
switch upwards to increase the tem-
perature and downwards to decrease
the temperature.If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
■Setting the fan speed
Operate the fan speed increase switch
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automati cally adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select “Climate” to dis-
play the air conditioning control screen. ( P.259)
12.3-inch display model: The air condit ioning system can be displayed and
operated on the side display.
Air conditioning controls
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J