2021 LEXUS ES350 brake fluid

3617-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
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, bu t then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(red)
(Canada)
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 driv e the vehicle may be dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The electronically controlled brake system (if equipped); or
 The parking brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.393)

4048-1. Specifications
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory. Use
Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching
quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further
details.
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory. Use
Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching
quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further
details.
*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.361.)
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5
or equivalent
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5
or equivalent
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

449Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 263Air conditioning filter ............................... 339
Automatic air conditioning system ... 263
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 246 Function .......................................................... 246
Warning light ............................................... 363
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 246
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 246
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) 160
Adaptive Variable Suspension System247
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) 160
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 ...................................... 362
Air conditioning filter ................................. 339
Air conditioning system ............................ 263 Air conditioning filter ............................... 339
Automatic air conditioning system ... 263
Alarm ................................................................... 63 Alarm .................................................................. 63
Warning buzzer ...........................................361
Anchor brackets ..................................... 44, 53
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................. 106
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 246 Function .......................................................... 246
Warning light ...............................................363
Approach warning........................................201
Armrest............................................................ 290
Assist grips ..................................................... 290
Audio system-linked display ...................... 82
Automatic headlight leveling system ....159
Automatic High Beam ................................. 161
Automatic light control system............... 158
Automatic transmission ..............................149 Paddle shift switches .........................151, 152
S mode ............................................................. 152
Auxiliary box.................................................. 279
Average fuel economy..................................79
Average vehicle speed .................................79
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................346
Battery Checking ....................................................... 323
If the battery is discharged ................... 389
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 251
Warning light ...............................................362
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 205
Boost gauge........................................................81
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 156
Fluid.................................................................. 404
Parking brake ............................................... 154
Warning light ................................................ 361
Brake assist .................................................... 246
Break-in tips.....................................................135
Brightness control Instrument panel light control......... 72, 76
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 205

452Alphabetical index
Identification number ...............................399
If the engine will not start .......................384
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 352
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............. 144
Overheating................................................. 393
Tachometer .............................................70, 73
Engine coolant.............................................. 322 Capacity ......................................................... 402
Checking ....................................................... 322
Preparing and checking before winter...........................................................................251
Engine coolant temperature gauge 70, 73
Engine immobilizer system .......................... 61
Engine oil ..........................................................319 Capacity ........................................................ 400
Checking .........................................................319
Preparing and checking before winter...........................................................................251
Warning light ............................................... 362
Engine oil maintenance data ....................321
Engine switch ..................................................144 Auto power off function ........................... 147
Changing the engine switch modes.. 147
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 352
Starting the engine ...................................... 144
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (Enhanced VSC) ...................................... 246
Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stabil- ity Control) .................................................. 246
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 246 Function .......................................................... 246
Warning light ............................................... 363
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7
F
Flat tire ............................................................. 375 Tire pressure warning system ............. 328
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission ..........................403 Brake ............................................................... 404
Washer ...........................................................325
Footwell light ..................................................274
Front passenger occupant classification system ...............................................................37
Front seats ......................................................... 113 Adjustment ....................................................... 113
Cleaning .........................................................307
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory .......................... 114
Head restraints............................................... 117
Memory recall function.............................. 116
Power easy access system ...................... 114
Seat heaters ..................................................270
Seat position memory ................................ 114
Seat ventilators ............................................270
Front side marker light ............................... 158 Light switch .................................................... 158
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ................................346
Front turn signal lights .................................153 Replacing light bulbs ................................346
Turn signal lever .......................................... 153
Fuel ......................................................................169 Capacity ........................................................ 400
Fuel gauge ............................................... 70, 73
Fuel pump shut off system.................... 360
Information ................................................... 408
Refueling.......................................................... 169
Type ................................................................. 400
Warning light ...............................................364
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 79
Current fuel consumption ........................ 79
Fuel filler door .................................................169 If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 386
Refueling.......................................................... 169
Fuel gauge ................................................. 70, 73
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 360
Fuses ................................................................. 342