2022 LEXUS ES350 suspension

2284-5. Using the driving support systems
●When equipment that may obstruct a
sensor is installed, such as a towing eye-
let, bumper protector (an additional trim
strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow.
●When a vehicle passes by the side of your
vehicle.
●When a detected vehicle turns while
approaching the vehicle.
●When there are spinning objects near
your vehicle such as the fan of an air con-
ditioning unit.
●When water is splashed or sprayed
toward the rear bumper, such as from a
sprinkler.
●Moving objects (flags, exhaust fumes,
large rain droplets or snowflakes, rain
water on the road surface, etc.).
●When the distance between your vehicle
and a guardrail, wall, etc., that enters the
detection area is short.
●Gratings and gutters.
●When a sensor or the area around a sen-
sor is extremely hot or cold.
●If the suspension has been modified or
tires of a size other than specified are
installed.
●If the front of the vehicle is raised or low-
ered due to the carried load.

2294-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
*: If equipped
Pedestrian detection icon
Displayed automatically when a pedestrian
is detected.
RCD OFF icon
When the RCD function is disabled, the
RCD OFF icon illuminates. (Each time the
engine switch is turned off then changed to
IGNITION ON mode, the RCD function
will be enabled automatically.)
Use the meter control switches to
enable/disable the RCD function.
RCD (Rear Camera Detec-
tion) function
*
When the vehicle is backing up, the
rear camera detection function can
detect pedestrians in the detection
area behind the vehicle. If a pedes-
trian is detected, a buzzer will
sound and an icon will be displayed
on the Center Display to inform the
driver of the pedestrian.
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the
system
The recognition and control capabilities
for this system are limited.
The driver should alwa ys drive safely by
always being responsible without over
relying on the system and have a under-
standing of the surrounding situations.
■To ensure the system can operate
properly
Observe the following, otherwise there is
the danger that could lead to an acci-
dent.
●Always clean the camera without
damaging it.
●Do not install market electronic parts
(such as Illuminated license plate, fog
lamps, etc.) in the camera vicinity.
●Do not subject the camera vicinity to
strong impacts. If the vicinity is sub-
jected to a strong impact, have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
●Do not disassemble, remodel or paint
the camera.
●Do not attach accessories or stickers
to the camera.
●Do not install market protection parts
(bumper trim, etc.) to the rear bumper.
●Maintain suitable tire air pressure.
●Make sure the trunk is completely
closed.
■RCD function is turned off
In the following situations the system
turns off. The RCD function may not
operate properly and thus there is the
danger that an accident may occur.
●The contents mentioned above are not
observed.
●Suspensions other than Lexus genu-
ine parts are installed.
Center Display
Turning the RCD function on/off
A
B

2334-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■Parking Support Brake function
(rear pedestrians) (if equipped)
A rear camera sensor is used to detect
pedestrians in the detection area
behind the vehicle when backing up.
(  P.244)
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the
system
Do not overly rely on the system, as
doing so may lead to an accident.
Always drive while checking the safety of
the surroundings of the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle and road con-
ditions, weather, etc., the system may not
operate.
The detection capabilities of sensors and
radars are limited. Always drive while
checking the safety of the surroundings
of the vehicle.
●The driver is solely responsible for safe
driving. Always drive carefully, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The Parking Support Brake system is
designed to provide support to lessen
the severity of collisions. However, it
may not operate in some situations.
●The Parking Support Brake system is
not designed to stop the vehicle com-
pletely. Additionally, even if the system
has stopped the vehicle, it is necessary
to depress the brake pedal immedi-
ately as brake control will be canceled
after approximately 2 seconds.
●It is extremely dangerous to check the
system operations by intentionally
driving the vehicle in to the direction of
a wall, etc. Never attempt such actions.
■When to disable the Parking Support
Brake
In the following situations, disable the
Parking Support Brake as the system
may operate even though there is no
possibility of a collision.
●When inspecting the vehicle using a
chassis roller, chassis dynamo or free
roller.
●When loading the vehicle onto a boat,
truck or other transport vessel.
●If the suspension has been modified or
tires of a size other than specified are
installed.
●If the front of the vehicle is raised or
lowered due to the carried load.
●When equipment that may obstruct a
sensor is installed, such as a towing
eyelet, bumper protector (an addi-
tional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier,
or snow plow.
●When using automatic car washing
devices.
●If the vehicle cannot be driven in a sta-
ble manner, such as when the vehicle
has been in an accident or is malfunc-
tioning.
●When the vehicle is driven in a sporty
manner or off-road.
●When the tires are not properly
inflated.
●When the tires are very worn.
●When tire chains, a compact spare tire
or an emergency tire puncture repair
kit are used.

2504-5. Using the driving support systems
WARNING
■TRAC/VSC may not operate effec-
tively when
Directional control and power may not
be achievable while driving on slippery
road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC
system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions
where stability and power may be lost.
■Active Cornering Assist does not
operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on Active Corner-
ing Assist. Active Cornering Assist
may not operate effectively when
accelerating down slopes or driving on
slippery road surfaces.
●When Active Cornering Assist fre-
quently operates, Active Cornering
Assist may temporarily stop operating
to ensure proper operation of the
brakes, TRAC and VSC.
■Hill-start assist control does not oper-
ate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist
control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep
inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start
assist control is not intended to hold
the vehicle stationary for an extended
period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehi-
cle on an incline, as doing so may lead
to an accident.
■When the TRAC/VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always
drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular
care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are
turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a
speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help
ensure vehicle stability and driving force,
do not turn the TRAC/VSC systems off
unless necessary.
■Secondary Collision Brake
Do not rely solely upon the Secondary
Collision Brake. This system is designed
to help reduce the possibility of further
damage due to a secondary collision,
however, that effect changes according
to various conditions. Overly relying on
the system may result in death or serious
injury.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the speci-
fied size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that
the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will
not function correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further
information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or
modifying the suspension will affect the
driving assist systems, and may cause a
system to malfunction.

3006-1. Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Precaution 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
■To prevent paint deterioration and
corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
●Wash 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
●If the paint is chipped or scratched,
have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding,
remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the
wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic
substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the
lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the
lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When 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.
■When using a high pressure car wash
●When 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.
●Do not spray water directly on the
radar which is equipped behind the
emblem. Otherwise it may cause the
device to be damaged.
●Do 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
●Keep 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.
●Do 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.
●Do not wash the underside of the vehi-
cle using a high pressure car washer.

3737-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
WARNING
•TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
•EPS
• Adaptive Variable Suspension system (if equipped)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
• AHB (Automatic High Beam)
Also, not only can the following system
not be utilized fully, but it may even nega-
tively affect the drive-train components:
• AWD system (if equipped)
■Speed limit when using the compact
spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50
mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed
for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an
accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.
NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over bumps
with the compact spare tire installed
on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be
careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the com-
pact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact
spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle
body and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.

437Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 262Air conditioning filter .................................331
Automatic air conditioning system ... 262
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 246 Function .......................................................... 246
Warning light ...............................................353
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 246
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 246
Adaptive Variable Suspension System247
AHB (Automatic High Beam) .................. 161
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 ...................................... 352
Air conditioning filter ...................................331
Air conditioning system ............................ 262 Air conditioning filter .................................331
Automatic air conditioning system ... 262
Alarm ................................................................... 60 Alarm ..................................................................60
Warning buzzer...........................................351
Anchor brackets ..................................... 44, 53
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ..................................................107 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 246
Function ..........................................................246
Warning light ...............................................353
Approach warning...................................... 204
Armrest............................................................ 286
Assist grips ..................................................... 286
Audio system-linked display ......................80
Automatic headlight leveling system ....159
Automatic High Beam (AHB) .................. 161
Automatic light control system............... 158
Automatic transmission ..............................149 Paddle shift switches .........................151, 152
S mode ............................................................. 152
Auxiliary box.................................................. 278
Average fuel economy................................. 78
Average vehicle speed ................................ 78
AWD Warning message ..................................... 249
B
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............................... 338
Battery Checking .........................................................317
If the battery is discharged ....................379
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 251
Warning light ...............................................352
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM).......................208
Boost gauge.......................................................79
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 156
Fluid...................................................................394
Parking brake ............................................... 154
Warning light ................................................ 351
Brake assist .................................................... 246
Break-in tips.....................................................135
Brightness control Instrument panel light control........ 70, 75
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).......................208