2022 LEXUS ES300h Owners Manual

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• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for changing
lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating.
• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.
OVehicle sway warning function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• Setting for “Warning” in of the multi- information display is set to “On”.
( P.85)
• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8
ft. (3 m) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.200)
OLane centering function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• LTA is turned on.
• Setting for “Lane Center” in of the multi-information display is set to “On”.
( P.85)
• This function recognizes white (yellow) lane lines or the position of a preceding
vehicle (except when the preceding vehi-
cle is small, such as a motorcycle).
• The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating in vehicle-
to-vehicle distance control mode.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 10 to 13 ft. (3 to 4 m).
• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is not being driven around a sharp curve.
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.200)
• Vehicle does not accelerate or deceler-
ate by a fixed amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for changing
lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating.
• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel warning is not displayed. ( P.200)
• The vehicle is being driven in the center of a lane.
• Steering assist function is not operating.
QTemporary cancelation of functions
OWhen operation conditions are no lon-
ger met, a function may be temporarily
canceled. However, when the operation
conditions are met again, operation of
the function is automatically restored.
(  P.198)
OIf the operation conditions ( P.196) are
no longer met while the lane centering
function is operating, the steering wheel
may vibrate and the buzzer may sound to
indicate that the function has been tem-
porarily canceled. Howe ver, if the “Alert”
customization setting is set to , the
system will notify the driver by vibrating
the steering wheel instead of sounding
the buzzer.
QSteering assist function/lane centering
function
ODepending on the vehicle speed, lane
departure situation, road conditions, etc.,
the driver may not feel the function is
operating or the function may not oper-
ate at all.
OThe steering control of the function is
overridden by the driver’s steering wheel
operation.
ODo not attempt to test the operation of
the steering assist function.
QLane departure alert function
OThe warning buzzer may be difficult to
hear due to external noise, audio play-
back, etc. Also, it may be difficult to feel
steering wheel vibrations due to the road
conditions, etc.
OIf the edge of the course* is not clear or
straight, the lane departure alert function
may not operate.
OIt may not be possible for the system to
determine if there is a danger of a colli-
sion with a vehicle in an adjacent lane.
ODo not attempt to test the operation of
the lane departure alert function.
*: Boundary between asphalt and the side
of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb

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QHands off steering wheel warning
In the following situations, a warning mes-
sage urging the driver to hold the steering
wheel and the symbol shown in the illustra-
tion are displayed on the multi-information
display to warn the driver. The warning
stops when the system determines that the
driver holds the steering wheel. Always
keep your hands on the steering wheel
when using this system, regardless of warn-
ings.
OWhen the system determines the driver is
not holding the steering wheel while the
lane centering function is operating.
If the driver continues to keep their hands
off of the steering wheel, the buzzer sounds,
the driver is warned and the function is tem-
porarily canceled. This warning also oper-
ates in the same way when the driver
continuously operates the steering wheel
only a small amount.
The buzzer also sounds even if the alert
type is set to .
OWhen the system determines that the
vehicle may deviate from the lane while
driving around a curve while the lane
centering function is operating.
Depending on the ve hicle condition and
road conditions, the warning may not oper-
ate. Also, if the system determines that the
vehicle is driving around a curve, warnings
will occur earlier than during straight-lane
driving.
OWhen the system determines that the
driver is driving with out holding the steer-
ing wheel while the steering wheel assist
of the steering assist function is operat-
ing. If the driver continues to keep their hands
off of the steering wheel and the steering
wheel assist is operating, the buzzer sounds
and the driver is warned. Each time the
buzzer sounds, the continuing time of the
buzzer becomes longer.
The buzzer also sounds even if the alert
type is set to .
QVehicle sway warning function
When the system determines that the vehi-
cle is swaying while the vehicle sway warn-
ing function is operating, a buzzer sounds
and a warning message urging the driver to
rest and the symbol shown in the illustration
are simultaneously displayed on the multi-
information display.
Depending on the vehicle and road condi-
tions, the warning may not operate.
QWarning message
If the following warning message is dis-
played on the multi-information display and
the LTA indicator illuminates in orange, fol-
low the appropriate tr oubleshooting proce-
dure. Also, if a different warning message is
displayed, follow the instructions displayed
on the screen.
O“LTA Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”
The system may not be operating properly.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
O“LTA Unavailable”
The system is temporarily canceled due to a
malfunction in a sensor other than the front
camera. Turn the LTA system off, wait for a
little while, and then turn the LTA system
back on.
O“LTA Unavailable at Current Speed”

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The function cannot be used as the vehicle
speed exceeds the LTA operation range.
Drive slower.
QCustomization
Function settings can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.421)
*: If equipped
When the front camera recognizes a
sign and/or information of a sign is
RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
The RSA system recognizes spe-
cific road signs using the front cam-
era and/or navigation system
(when speed limit information is
available) to provide information to
the driver via the display.
If the system judges that the vehicle
is being driven over the speed limit,
performing prohibited actions, etc.
according to the recognized road
signs, it notifies the driver through a
visual notification and notification
buzzer.
WARNING
QBefore using the RSA
Do not rely solely upon the RSA system.
RSA is a system which supports the
driver by providing information, but it is
not a replacement for a driver’s own
vision and awareness. Drive safely by
always paying careful attention to the
traffic rules.
Indication on the multi-informa-
tion display

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available from the navigation system,
the sign will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
When the driving support system
information is selected, a maximum
of 3 signs can be displayed.
( P.85)
 When a tab other than the driving
support system information is
selected, the following types of road
signs will be displayed. ( P.85)
• Speed limit sign
• Do Not Enter sign (when notification is
necessary)
If signs other than speed limit signs are rec-
ognized, they will be displayed in an over-
lapping stack under the current speed limit
sign.
The following types of road signs, including electronic signs and blinking
signs, are recognized.
A non-official or a recently introduced traf-
fic sign may not be recognized.
: Speed limit
: Do Not Enter
: Stop
: Yield
In the following situations, the RSA sys-
tem will notify the driver.
 When the vehicle speed exceeds
the speed notification threshold of
the speed limit sign displayed, the
sign display will be emphasized and
a buzzer will sound.
 When the RSA system recognizes a
do not enter sign and determines
that your vehicle has entered a no-
entry area, the displayed sign will
flash and a buzzer will sound.
Depending on the situation, a notifica-
tion function may not operate properly.
QSetting procedure
1 Press or of the meter control
switches and select
Supported types of road signs
Notification function

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2Press or of the meter control
switches and select “Vehicle Settings”,
then press “OK”
3 Press or of the meter control
switches and sele ct , then press
“OK”
4 Press or of the meter control
switches and select “RSA”, then press
“OK”
QAutomatic turn-off of RSA sign display
In the following situations, a displayed
speed limit sign and/or do not enter sign
will stop being displayed automatically:
ONo sign has been recognized for a cer-
tain distance.
OThe road changes due to a left or right
turn, etc.
In the following situations, stop and yield
signs will stop being displayed automati-
cally:
OThe system determines that your vehicle
has passed the sign.
OThe road changes due to a left or right
turn, etc.
QConditions in whic h the function may
not operate or detect correctly
In the following situations, RSA does not
operate normally and may not recognize
signs, display the inco rrect sign, etc. How-
ever, this does not indicate a malfunction.
OThe front camera is misaligned due to a
strong impact being applied to the sen-
sor, etc.
ODirt, snow, stickers, etc. are on the wind-
shield near the front camera.
OIn inclement weather such as heavy rain,
fog, snow or sand storms.
OLight from an oncoming vehicle, the sun,
etc. enters the front camera.
OThe sign is dirty, faded, tilted or bent.
OThe contrast of electronic sign is low.
OAll or part of the sign is hidden by the
leaves of a tree, a pole, etc.
OThe sign is only visible to the front camera for a short amount of time.
OThe driving scene (turning, lane change,
etc.) is judged incorrectly.
OIf a sign not appropriate for the currently
traveled lane, but the sign exists directly
after a freeway branches, or in an adja-
cent lane just before merging.
OStickers are attached to the rear of the
preceding vehicle.
OA sign resembling a system compatible
sign is recognized.
OSide road speed signs may be detected
and displayed (if positioned in sight of the
front camera) while the vehicle is travel-
ing on the main road.
ORoundabout exit road speed signs may
be detected and displayed (if positioned
in sight of the front camera) while travel-
ing on a roundabout.
OThe front of the vehicle is raised or low-
ered due to the carried load.
OThe surrounding brightness is not suffi-
cient or changes suddenly.
OWhen a sign intended for trucks, etc. is
recognized.
OThe navigation system map data is out-
dated.
OThe navigation system is not operating.
OThe speed informatio
n displayed on the
meter and on the navigation system may
be different due to the navigation system
using map data.
QSpeed limit sign display
If the power switch was last turned off while
a speed limit sign was displayed on the
multi-information display, the same sign dis-
plays again when the power switch is turned
to ON.
QIf “RSA Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”
is shown
The system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
QCustomization
Some functions can be customized. (Cus-
tomizable features: P.421)

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QMeter displayMulti-information display
Set speed
Indicators
QOperation switchesVehicle-to-vehicle distance switch
“+RES” switch
Cruise control main switch
Cancel switch
“-SET” switchDynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range
In vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-
trol mode, the vehicle automati-
cally accelerates, decelerates and
stops to match the speed changes
of the preceding vehicle even if the
accelerator pedal is not depressed.
In constant speed control mode,
the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range on free-
ways and highways.
 Vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-
trol mode ( P.206)
 Constant speed control mode
( P.211)
System Components
A
B
C
WARNING
QBefore using dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range
ODriving safely is the sole responsibility
of the driver. Do not rely solely on the
system, and drive safely by always pay-
ing careful attention to your surround-
ings.
OThe dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range provides driving
assistance to reduce the driver’s bur-
den. However, there are limitations to
the assistance provided.
Read the following conditions care-
fully. Do not overly rely on this system
and always drive carefully.
• When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead: P.213
• Conditions under which the vehicle- to-vehicle distance control mode may
not function correctly: P.213
OSet the speed appropriately depend-
ing on the speed limit, traffic flow, road
conditions, weather conditions, etc.
The driver is responsible for checking
the set speed.
A
B
C
D
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WARNING
OEven when the system is functioning
normally, the condition of the preced-
ing vehicle as detected by the system
may differ from the condition
observed by the driver. Therefore, the
driver must always remain alert, assess
the danger of each situation and drive
safely. Relying solely on this system or
assuming the system ensures safety
while driving can lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
OSwitch the dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range setting to off,
using the cruise control main switch
when not in use.
QCautions regarding the driving assist
systems
Observe the following precautions, as
there are limitations to the assistance
provided by the system.
Failure to do so may cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
OAssisting the driver to measure follow-
ing distance
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range is only intended to
help the driver in determining the fol-
lowing distance between the driver’s
own vehicle and a designated vehicle
traveling ahead. It is not a mechanism
that allows careless or inattentive driv-
ing, and it is not a system that can assist
the driver in low-visibility conditions.
It is still necessary for driver to pay
close attention to the vehicle’s sur-
roundings.
OAssisting the driver to judge proper
following distance
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range determines whether
the following distance between the
driver’s own vehicle and a designated
vehicle traveling ahead is within a set
range. It is not capable of making any
other type of judgement. Therefore, it
is absolutely necessary for the driver to
remain vigilant and to determine
whether or not there is a possibility of
danger in any given situation.
OAssisting the driver to operate the
vehicle
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range does not include
functions which will prevent or avoid
collisions with vehicles ahead of your
vehicle. Therefore, if there is ever any
possibility of danger, the driver must
take immediate and direct control of
the vehicle and act appropriately in
order to ensure the safety of all
involved.
QSituations unsuitable for dynamic
radar cruise control with full-speed
range
Do not use dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range in any of the follow-
ing situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate
speed control and could cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
ORoads where there are pedestrians,
cyclists, etc.
OIn heavy traffic
OOn roads with sharp bends
OOn winding roads
OOn slippery roads, such as those cov-
ered with rain, ice or snow
OOn steep downhills, or where there
are sudden changes between sharp up
and down gradients
Vehicle speed may exceed the set
speed when driving down a steep hill.

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This mode employs a radar to detect the presence of vehicles up to approximately
328 ft. (100 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle following dis-
tance, and operates to maintain a suitable following distance from the vehicle
ahead. The desired vehicle-to-vehicle distance can also be set by operating the
vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch.
When driving on down hill slopes, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance may become shorter.
Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead
WARNING
OAt entrances to freeways and high-
ways
OWhen weather conditions are bad
enough that they may prevent the sen-
sors from detecting correctly (fog,
snow, sandstorm, heavy rain, etc.)
OWhen there is rain, snow, etc. on the
front surface of the radar or front cam-
era
OIn traffic conditions that require fre-
quent repeated acceleration and
deceleration
ODuring emergency towing
OWhen an approach warning buzzer is
heard often
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
A