2022 LEXUS ES300h Owners Manual

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Interior features
*: If equipped
To turn the compass on or off, press
and hold the button for more than 3
seconds.
Directions are displayed as follows:
QConditions unfavorable to correct
operation
The compass may not show the correct
direction in the following conditions:
OThe vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
OThe vehicle is on an inclined surface.
OThe vehicle is in a place where the earth’s
magnetic field is subject to interference
by artificial magnetic fields (underground
car park/parking lot, under a steel tower,
between buildings, roof car park/parking
lot, near an intersection, near a large
vehicle, etc.).
OThe vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near
the inside rear view mirror.)
OThe 12-volt battery has been discon-
nected.
OA door is open.
Compass*
The compass on the inside rear
view mirror indicates the direction
in which the vehicle is heading.
Operation and displays
DisplayDirection
“N”North
“NE”Northeast
“E”East
“SE”Southeast
“S”South
“SW”Southwest
“W”West
“NW”Northwest
WARNING
QWhile driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the dis-
play only when the vehicle is stopped.
NOTICE
QTo avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal
objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause the compass sen-
sor to malfunction.
QTo ensure normal operation of the
compass
ODo not perform a circling calibration
of the compass in a place where the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic
fields.
ODuring calibration, do not operate
electric systems (moon roof, power
windows, etc.) as they may interfere
with the calibration.

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QDeviation
The direction display deviates from the
true direction determined by the
earth’s magnetic field. The amount of
deviation varies depending on the geo-
graphic position of the vehicle.
If you cross over one of the map boundar-
ies shown in illustration, the compass will
deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect cali-
bration, refer to “Deviation calibration”.
QDeviation calibration
1 Stop the vehicle.
2 Press and hold the button for 6 sec-
onds. A number (1 to 15) appears
on the compass display. 3
Referring to the map above, press
the button to select the number of
the zone you are in.
If the direction is displayed several seconds
after adjustment, the calibration is com-
plete.
QCircling calibration
1 Stop the vehicle in a place where it
is safe to drive in a circle.
2 Press and hold the button for 9 sec-
onds.
“C” appears on the compass display.
3Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8 km/
h) or less in a circle until a direction
is displayed.
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Interior features
If there is not enough space to drive in a
circle, drive around the block until a direc-
tion is displayed.
WARNING
QWhen doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for
people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not
violate any local traffic rules while per-
forming circling calibration.

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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior ................................ 308
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior ................................... 311
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ... 314
General maintenance .............. 315
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs .......... 318
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions......................................................... 319
Hood................................................ 321
Positioning a floor jack ............. 321
Engine compartment............... 323
12-volt battery............................. 328
Tires ................................................ 330
Tire inflation pressure .............. 338
Wheels........................................... 340
Air conditioning filter............... 342
Cleaning the hybrid battery (trac- tion battery) air intake vent and
filter .............................................. 343
Electronic key battery ............. 347
Checking and replacing fuses ........................................................ 349
Headlight aim............................... 351
Light bulbs .................................... 352

3086-1. Maintenance and care
6-1.Maintenance and care
Working from top to bottom, liber-
ally apply water to the vehicle body,
wheel wells and underside of the
vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
 Wash the vehicle body using a
sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
 For hard-to-remove marks, use car
wash soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.
 Wipe away any water.
 Wax the vehicle when the water-
proof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface,
apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.
QSelf-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coat-
ing that is resistant to small surface
scratches caused in a car wash etc.
OThe coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from
when the vehicle is delivered from the
plant.
OThe restoration time differs depending on
the depth of the scratch and outside tem-
perature.
The restoration time may become
shorter when the coating is warmed by
applying warm water.
ODeep scratches caused by keys, coins,
etc. cannot be restored.
ODo not use wax that contain abrasives.
QAutomatic car washes
OBefore washing the vehicle:
• Fold the mirrors
• Turn off the power trunk lid (if equipped)
Start washing from the front of the vehicle.
Make sure to extend the mirrors before
driving.
OBrushes used in automatic car washes
may scratch the vehicle surface, parts
(wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle’s
paint.
ORear spoiler may not be washable in
some automatic car washes. There may
also be an increased risk of damage to
vehicle.
QHigh pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring
the nozzle tip near the gaps around the
doors or perimeter of windows, or spray
these areas continuously.
QNotes for the smart access system with
push-button start
If the door handle becomes wet while the
electronic key is within the effective range,
the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In
that case, follow the following correction
procedures to wash the vehicle:
OPlace the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or
more separate from the vehicle while the
vehicle is being washed. (Take care to
ensure that the key is not stolen.)
OSet the electronic key to battery-saving
mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P.117)
QWheels and wheel ornaments
ORemove any dirt immediately by using a
neutral detergent.
OWash detergent off with water immedi-
ately after use.
OTo protect the paint from damage, make
sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior
Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.
Cleaning instructions

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Maintenance and care
parking in hot weather
QBrake pads and calipers
Rust may form if the vehicle is parked with
wet brake pads or disc rotors, causing them
to stick. Before parking the vehicle after it is
washed, drive slowly and apply the brakes
several times to dry the parts.
QBumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
QFront side windows water-repellent
coating
OThe following precautions can extend the
effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side
windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp
cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that
contain abrasives when cleaning the win-
dows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to
remove condensation build up.
OWhen the water-repellent performance
has become insufficient, the coating can
be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
QPlated portions
If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as
follows:
OUse a soft cloth dampened with an
approximately 5% solution of neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.
OWipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to
remove any remaining moisture.
OTo remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet
wipes or a similar product.
WARNING
QWhen washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the
engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to
catch fire.
QWhen cleaning the windshield (vehi-
cles with rain-sensing windshield wip-
ers)
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries
and cause damage to the wiper blades.
Off
AUTO
OWhen the upper part of the windshield
where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
OWhen a wet rag or similar is held close
to the raindrop sensor
OIf something bumps against the wind-
shield
OIf you directly touch the raindrop sen-
sor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
QPrecautions regarding the exhaust
pipes
As exhaust gases cause the exhaust
pipes to become quite hot, do not touch
the exhaust pipes while the hybrid system
is operating or immediately after the
hybrid system is turned off.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not
to touch the exhaust pipes until they have
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot
exhaust pipes can cause burns.
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WARNING
QPrecaution regarding the rear
bumper with Blind Spot Monitor
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped
or scratched, the system may malfunc-
tion. If this occurs, consult your Lexus
dealer.
NOTICE
QTo prevent paint deterioration and
corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
OWash the vehicle immediately in the
following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar, pollen or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
OIf the paint is chipped or scratched,
have it repaired immediately.
OTo prevent the wheels from corroding,
remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the
wheels.
QCleaning the exterior lights
OWash carefully. Do not use organic
substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the
lights.
ODo not apply wax to the surfaces of the
lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
QWhen using an automatic car wash
(vehicles with rain-s ensing windshield
wipers)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate and the wiper blades
may be damaged.
QWhen using a high pressure car wash
OWhen washing the vehicle, do not
spray the camera or its surrounding
area directly with a high pressure
washer. Shock applied from high pres-
sure water may cause the device to not
operate normally.
ODo not spray water directly on the
radar which is equipped behind the
emblem. Otherwise it may cause the
device to be damaged.
ODo not bring the nozzle tip close to
boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following
parts. The parts may be damaged if
they come into contact with high-pres-
sure water.
• Traction related parts
•Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts
OKeep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9
in. (30 cm) away from the vehicle
body. Otherwise resin section, such as
moldings and bumpers, may be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not
continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.
ODo not spray the lower part of the
windshield continuously.
If water enters the air conditioning sys-
tem intake located near the lower part
of the windshield, the air conditioning
system may not operate correctly.
ODo not wash the underside of the vehi-
cle using a high pressure car washer.