2023 LEXUS ES300h Owners Manual

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Seat ventilator switches*1, 2
Seat heater switches*1, 2
Heated steering wheel switch*1, 2
Rear sunshade switch*1, 2
EV drive mode switch .............................................................................................. P.23
Brake hold switch .....................................................................................................P.30
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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QInterior
SRS airbags*
Floor mats ..................................................................................................................... .P.11
Front seats ................................................................................................................... P .19
Head restraints
*
Seat belts*
Inside lock buttons ................................................................................................... P.78
Console box
*
Cup holder*
Assist grips*
*
: Refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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D
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QCeiling
Interior lights*
Personal lights*
Moon roof switches*
“SOS” button ............................................................................................................. P.74
Door-linked personal light switch
*
Vanity mirrors*
Sun visors*
Inside rear view mirror*
Garage door opener buttons................................................................................ P.69
*: Refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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1Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into
the floor mat eyelets.
2Turn the upper knob of each retaining
hook (clip) to secure the floor mats in
place.
Always align the marks .
The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the illustration.
Floor Mat Installation
Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year
as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet.
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Charge area
Shows regeneration
* status. Regener-
ated energy will be used to charge the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
*: When used in this manual, regeneration
refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into
electrical energy.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically st op and restart under various conditions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being dr iven in an Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the bar display within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be achieved.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (during full power driving
etc.)
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged even when
the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left with the shift lever in N for a certain
period of time, the hybrid battery (traction batt ery) will discharge, and this may result in the
vehicle not being able to start.
Hybrid System
Your vehicle is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional
vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and
operate it with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction
motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust
emissions.
For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Hybrid System Indicator
A
Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
B
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In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration
force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
O The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift lever in D or S.
O The brake pedal is depressed while driv ing with the shift lever in D or S.
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move with the
“READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, ap ply the parking brake and make sure to shift
the shift lever to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are
not a malfunction:
O Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
O Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) under the rear seats
when the hybrid system starts or stops.
O Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery), under the rear seats, when the hybrid system is started or stopped.
O Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
O Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine starts or stops,
when driving at low sp eeds, or during idling.
O Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
O Sounds may be heard due to regenerative br aking when the brake pedal is depressed or
as the accelerator pedal is released.
O Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
O Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent under the rear seat.
Regenerative braking
Sounds and vibrations specific to a Hybrid Electric Vehicle

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When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the
vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light go off. If there is
only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount
of fuel is about 2.4 gal. [9.0 L, 2.0 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value
may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.)
A message is automatically displayed when a ma lfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an
improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the multi-
information display, read the message and
follow the instructions.
Running out of fuel
Hybrid warning message

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OSmart access system with push-button
start ( P.17)
O Wireless remote control
To take out the mechanical key, push the
release button and take the key out.
The mechanical key can only be inserted in
one direction, as the key only has grooves
on one side. If the key cannot be inserted in
a lock cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt
to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it in
the electronic key. Carry the mechanical
key together with the electronic key. If the
electronic key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
Keys
Electronic key
Mechanical key