2022 LEXUS ES300h child seat

541-2. Child safety
Outboard rear seatsHook
Top tether strap
Rear center seatHook
Top tether strap
QLaws and regulations pertaining to
anchors
The LATCH system conforms to
FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.
Child restraint systems conforming to
FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications
can be used.
This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE
J1819.
WARNING
QWhen installing a child restraint sys-
tem
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
A
B
A
B
OFirmly attach the top tether strap and
make sure that the belt is not twisted.
ODo not attach the top tether strap to
anything other than the anchor
bracket.
OAfter securing a child restraint system,
never adjust the seat.
OFollow all installation instructions pro-
vided by the child restraint system
manufacturer.
NOTICE
QAnchor brackets (for top tether
strap)
When not in use, make certain to close
the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be
damaged.

1063-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Lock or unlock the doors using the
mechanical key. (P.389)
QRear seat reminder function
OIn order to remind you not to forget lug-
gage, etc. in the rear seat, when the
power switch is turned off after any of the
following conditions are met, a buzzer
will sound and a message will be dis-
played on the multi-information display
for approximately 6 seconds.
• The hybrid system is started within 10 minutes after opening and closing a rear
door.
• A rear door has been opened and closed after the hybrid system was started.
However, if a rear door is opened and then
closed within approximately 2 seconds, the
rear seat reminder function may not oper-
ate.
OThe rear seat reminder function deter-
mines that luggage, etc. has been placed
in a rear seat based on opening and clos-
ing of a rear door. Therefore, depending
on the situation, the rear seat reminder
function may not operate and you may
still forget luggage, etc. in the rear seat,
or it may operate unnecessarily.
OThe rear seat reminder function can be
enabled/disabled. ( P.421)
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a
key) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.421)
QDoor lock switches (to
lock/unlock)
1 Locks all the doors
2 Unlocks all the doors
QInside lock buttons (to lock)
Push down the inside lock button to
lock the door.
WARNING
QTo prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while
driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door
opening and an occupant being thrown
out of the vehicle, resulting in death or
serious injury.
OEnsure that all doors are properly
closed and locked.
ODo not pull the inside handle of the
doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front
doors, as the doors may be opened
even if the inside lock buttons are in
locked position.
OSet the rear door child-protector locks
when children are seated in the rear
seats.
QWhen opening or closing a door
Check the surroundings of the vehicle
such as whether the vehicle is on an
incline, whether there is enough space
for a door to open and whether a strong
wind is blowing. When opening or clos-
ing the door, hold the door handle tightly
to prepare for any unpredictable move-
ment.
Unlocking and locking the doors
from the inside

1614-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
Turns the brake hold system on
The brake hold standby indicator (green) comes on. While the system is holding
the brake, the brake hold operated indica-
tor (yellow) comes on.
QBrake hold system operating conditions
The brake hold system cannot be turned on
in the following conditions:
OThe driver’s door is not closed.
OThe driver is not wearing the seat belt.
O“Parking Brake Unavailable” or “EPB
Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is dis-
played on the multi-information display.
If any of the conditions above are detected
when the brake hold system is enabled, the
system will turn off and the brake hold
standby indicator light will go off. In addi-
WARNING
QWhen parking the vehicle
Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone.
The parking brake may be released unin-
tentionally and there is the danger of the
vehicle moving that may lead to an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
QWhen parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, shift the
shift lever to P, set the parking brake and
make sure that the vehicle does not
move.
QWhen the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
check the warning messages.
QWhen the parking brake cannot be
released due to a malfunction
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking
performance and increase brake wear.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.
Brake Hold
The brake hold system keeps the
brake applied when the shift lever is
in D, S or N with the system on and
the brake pedal has been
depressed to stop the vehicle. The
system releases the brake when the
accelerator pedal is depressed with
the shift lever in D or S to allow
smooth start off.
Enabling the system
A
B

1914-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
bicycle ridden by more than one person,
or a uniquely shaped bicycle (bicycle with
a child seat, tandem bicycle, etc.)
• If a pedestrian/or the riding height of a bicyclist ahead is shorter than approxi-
mately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approxi-
mately 6.5 ft. (2 m)
• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is wearing over- sized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt,
etc.), making their silhouette obscure
• If a pedestrian is bending forward or squatting or bicyclist is bending forward
• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is moving fast
• If a pedestrian is pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehicle
• When driving in incl ement weather such
as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at night or in
a tunnel, making a detectable object
appear to be nearly the same color as its
surroundings
• When driving in a place where the sur-
rounding brightness changes suddenly,
such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel
• After the hybrid system has started the
vehicle has not been driven for a certain
amount of time
• While making a left/right turn and for a
few seconds after making a left/right turn
• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or low- ered
• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the front cam- era
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely
high speeds
• When driving on a hill
• If the radar sensor or front camera is mis-
aligned • When driving in a traffic lane separated
by more than one lane where oncoming
vehicles are driving while making a
right/left turn
• When largely out of place with the oppo- site facing targeted oncoming vehicle
during a right/left turn
• While making a right/left turn, when a pedestrian approaches from behind or
side of your vehicle
OIn addition to the above, in some situa-
tions, such as the following, the emer-
gency steering assist may not operate.
• When the white (yellow) lane lines are difficult to see, such as when they are
faint, diverging/merging, or a shadow is
cast upon them
• When the lane is wider or narrower than normal
• When there is a light and dark pattern on the road surface, such as due to road
repairs
• When the target is too close
• When there is insufficient safe or unob- structed space for the vehicle to be
steered into
• If oncoming vehicle is present
• If VSC function is operating
OIn some situations such as the following,
sufficient braking force or steering force
may not be obtained, preventing the sys-
tem from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when the brake

2785-3. Using the air conditioning system
*: If equipped
WARNING
QTo prevent the windshield defogger
from operating improperly
Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.
Heated steering wheel*/seat
heaters
*/seat ventilators*
 Heated steering wheel
Warms up the grip of the steering wheel
Seat heaters
Warm up the seat upholstery
Seat ventilators
Maintain good air flow by sucking air
into the seats
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch and select to
display the air conditioning control
screen. Then, select on the sub
menu ( P.273) to display the
heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators control screen.
WARNING
QTo prevent minor burn injuries
Care should be taken if anyone in the fol-
lowing categories comes in contact with
the steering wheel or seats when the
heater is on:
OBabies, small children, the elderly, the
sick and the physically challenged
OPersons with sensitive skin
OPersons who are fatigued
OPersons who have taken alcohol or
drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

451Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 270Air conditioning filter ............................... 342
Automatic air conditioning system ... 270
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)................................................. 276
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 253 Function .......................................................... 253
Warning light ...............................................366
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 253
Acoustic vehicle alerting system ...............61
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 253
Adaptive Variable Suspension system253
AHB (Automatic High Beam) .................166
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 ......................................365
Air conditioning filter ................................. 342
Air conditioning system ............................ 270 Air conditioning filter ............................... 342
Automatic air conditioning system ... 270
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)................................................. 276
Alarm ................................................................... 68 Alarm...................................................................68
Warning buzzer .........................................364
Anchor brackets ..................................... 44, 53
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................... 115
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 253 Function ..........................................................253
Warning light .............................................. 366
Approach warning........................................210
Armrest............................................................ 295
Assist grips ..................................................... 295
Audio system-linked display ...................... 89
Auto Glide Control .................................... 220
Automatic headlight leveling system ....164
Automatic High Beam (AHB) .................166
Automatic light control system................163
Auxiliary box.................................................. 287
Average fuel economy................................. 87
Average vehicle speed ................................ 87
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs................................352
Battery (12-volt battery) ........................... 328 Battery checking ........................................328
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..... 391
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 260
Warning light .............................................. 365
Battery (traction battery) ............................ 62
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM).........................214
Brake Brake hold ........................................................ 161
Fluid.................................................................. 406
Parking brake ............................................... 159
Regenerative braking .................................60
Warning light ...............................................364
Brake assist .................................................... 253
Break-in tips.....................................................139
Brightness control Instrument panel light control........ 79, 84
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).........................214

452Alphabetical index
C
Card key .......................................................... 100
Care ......................................................... 308, 311Aluminum wheels ..................................... 308
Exterior .......................................................... 308
Interior ................................................................ 311
Seat belts........................................................... 311
Cargo capacity...............................................146
Cargo hooks ................................................. 288
Center Display ............................................. 266
Chains ................................................................261
Child-protectors............................................107
Child restraint system................................... 43 Fixed with a LATCH system ..................50
Fixed with a seat belt....................................47
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
Points to remember .................................... 43
Riding with children ..................................... 43
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 44
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 53
Child safety ....................................................... 43 12-volt battery precautions .......329, 394
Airbag precautions...................................... 33
Child restraint system................................. 44
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................ 278
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Moon roof precautions ............................135
Power window lock switch..................... 132
Power window precautions ................... 132
Rear door child-protectors ....................107
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 43
Trunk precautions ...................................... 108
Cleaning ................................................. 308, 311 Aluminum wheels ..................................... 308
Exterior .......................................................... 308
Interior ................................................................ 311 Radar sensor ........................................177, 215
Seat belts ........................................................... 311
Clock ............................................... 76, 80, 289
Coat hooks..................................................... 297
Compass ......................................................... 303
Condenser ..................................................... 326
Console box .................................................. 286
Console box light ........................................ 286
Cooling system............................................. 325 Engine overheating.................................. 396
Hybrid system overheating .................. 397
Cornering lights .............................................165 Replacing light bulbs................................352
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..............................................204
Cup holder ..................................................... 286
Current fuel consumption .......................... 87
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features ................................421
Custom mode .................................................219
D
Daytime running light system ...................163
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors....................... 271
Rear window .................................................. 271
Windshield ...................................................... 271
Dimension ...................................................... 402
Dinghy towing................................................. 147
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................214
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..............................................204
Energy monitor ..............................................95
Head-up display..............................................91
Intuitive parking assist .............................. 222
LTA (Lane-Tracing Assist) .....................197
Multi-information display ..........................85
Parking Support Brake function (rear pedestrians)................................................ 251
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ........236

Alphabetical index453
RCTA ..............................................................230
Warning message..................................... 374
Distance until next engine oil change .. 78, 84
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......................315
Door courtesy lights ................................... 282
Door lock Doors................................................................ 104
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 115
Wireless remote control..........................102
Doors ................................................................. 104 Automatic door locking and unlocking system ............................................................107
Door glasses ................................................... 131
Door lock........................................................ 104
Open door warning buzzer ..................107
Outside rear view mirrors ......................128
Rear door child-protectors ....................107
Drive distance .................................................. 87
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 .............................. 87
Driver’s seat position memory .................. 121 Driving position memory...........................121
Memory recall function ............................ 123
Drive-Start Control (DSC) Sudden start restraint control................143
Driving............................................................... 138 Break-in tips ...................................................139
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving Mode Select switch................... 219
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....................258
Procedures .................................................... 138
Winter drive tips.........................................260
Driving information display ........................ 87
Driving Mode Select switch......................219
Driving range ................................................... 87
Driving support system information display ............................................................................. 89
DSC (Drive-Start Control) Sudden start restraint control................143
Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range ................................................ 204 Warning message .......................................213
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 253
Eco drive mode ..............................................219
EDR (Event data recorder) ........................... 8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 87
Electric motor (traction motor) ................ 59
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ..........................................................253
Warning light .............................................. 366
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 253
Electronic key ................................................ 100 Battery-saving function.............................. 117
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 389
Replacing the battery............................... 347
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................364
If a warning light turns on.......................364
If a warning message is displayed ..... 374
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..... 391
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 389
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................................................................... 388
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 386
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising ..................................... 359
If you have a flat tire .................................. 379
If you lose your keys ................................ 388
If you think something is wrong.......... 362
If your vehicle becomes stuck ............ 399
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................................................ 358
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...... 361
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 396
Emergency flashers ....................................358
Energy monitor ............................................... 95
Engine