Lexus ES300H (2023 year). Manual in english

1-2. Child safety

For safety and security

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Anchor brackets (for top tether
strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for each
rear seat.
Use anchor brackets when fixing the
top tether strap.



Outboard rear seats

Anchor brackets

Top tether strap



Rear center seat

Anchor bracket

Top tether strap

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Fixing the top tether strap to the
anchor bracket

Install the child restraint system in
accordance to the operation manual
enclosed with the child restraint sys-
tem.

Remove the head restraint.

Open the anchor bracket cover,
latch the hook onto the anchor
bracket and tighten the top tether
strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely
latched. (



P.50)

WARNING

●

When securing some types of child

restraint systems in rear seats, it may

not be possible to properly use the

seat belts in positions next to the child

restraint without interfering with it or

affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be

sure your seat belt fits snugly across

your shoulder and low on your hips. If it

does not, or if it interferes with the

child restraint, move to a different

position. Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

Using an anchor bracket (for top
tether strap)

1-2. Child safety



Outboard rear seats

Hook

Top tether strap



Rear center seat

Hook

Top tether strap

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Laws 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

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

Firmly attach the top tether strap and

make sure that the belt is not twisted.

●

Do not attach the top tether strap to

anything other than the anchor

bracket.

●

After securing a child restraint system,

never adjust the seat.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

NOTICE

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Anchor brackets (for top tether

strap)

When not in use, make certain to close

the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be

damaged.

1-3. Lexus Enform

For safety and security

1-3.Lexus Enform

“SOS” button

LED light indicators

Microphone

Subscribers have the following Safety
Connect services available:



Automatic Collision Notification

Helps drivers receive necessary response
from emergency service providers.
(



P.56

)

: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2



Stolen Vehicle Location

Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft.
(



P.57

)



Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

Connects drivers to response-center sup-
port. (



P.57

)



Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Provides drivers various on-road assis-
tance. (



P.57

)

After you have signed the Telematics
Subscription Service Agreement and
are enrolled, you can begin receiving
services.
A variety of subscription terms is avail-
able for purchase. Contact your Lexus
dealer, call the following or push the
“SOS” button in your vehicle for fur-
ther subscription details.
• The United States

1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987)

• Canada

1-800-26-LEXUS (1-800-265-3987)

• Puerto Rico

Safety Connect

Safety Connect is a subscription-
based telematics service that uses
Global Positioning System (GPS)
data and embedded cellular tech-
nology to provide safety and secu-
rity features to subscribers. Safety
Connect is supported by Lexus’
designated response center, which
operates 24 hours per day, 7 days
per week.

Safety Connect service is available
by subscription on select, telemat-
ics hardware-equipped vehicles.

By using the Safety Connect ser-
vice, you are agreeing to be bound
by the Connected Services Terms
of Use, as in effect and amended
from time to time, a current copy of
which is available at Lexus.com. All
use of the Safety Connect service is
subject to such then-applicable
Terms and Conditions.

System components

A
B

Services

Subscription

1-3. Lexus Enform

1-877-539-8777

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Safety Connect Services Information

●

Phone calls using the vehicle’s
Bluetooth

technology will not be possi-

ble during Safety Connect.

●

Safety Connect is available beginning

Fall 2009 on select Lexus models (in the

contiguous United States only). Contact

with the Safety Connect response center

is dependent upon the telematics device

being in operative condition, cellular con-

nection availability, and GPS satellite sig-

nal reception, which can limit the ability to

reach the response center or receive

emergency service support. Enrollment

and Telematics Subscription Service

Agreement required. A variety of sub-

scription terms is available; charges vary

by subscription term selected and loca-

tion.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle

Location will function in the United

States, including Hawaii and Alaska,

Puerto Rico and in Canada, and

Enhanced Roadside Assistance will func-

tion in the United States, Puerto Rico and

in Canada.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle and

Enhanced Road Assistance will not func-

tion in the United States Virgin Islands.

For vehicles first sold in the USVI, no

Safety Connect services will function in

and outside the United States Virgin

Islands.

●

Safety Connect services are not subject

to section 255 of the Telecommunica-

tions Act and the device is not TTY com-

patible.

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Languages

The Safety Connect response center will

offer support in multiple languages. The

Safety Connect system will offer voice

prompts in English, Spanish, and French.

Please indicate your language of choice

when enrolling.

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When contacting the response center

You may be unable to contact the response

center if the network is busy.

When the power switch is turned to
ON mode, the red indicator light
comes on for 2 seconds then turns off.
Afterward, the green indicator light
comes on, indicating that the service is
active.
The following indicator light patterns
indicate specific system usage condi-
tions:



Green indicator light on = Active
service



Green indicator light flashing =
Safety Connect call in process



Red indicator light (except at vehi-
cle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)



No indicator light (off) = Safety
Connect service not active

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Automatic Collision Notification

In case of either airbag deployment or
severe rear-end collision, the system is
designed to automatically call the
response center. The responding
agent receives the vehicle’s location
and attempts to speak with the vehicle
occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to
communicate, the agent automatically
treats the call as an emergency, con-

Safety Connect LED light Indi-
cators

Safety Connect services

1-3. Lexus Enform

For safety and security

tacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, and
requests that assistance be sent to the
location.

■

Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect
can work with local authorities to assist
them in locating and recovering the
vehicle. After filing a police report, call
the Safety Connect response center at
1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-
3987) in the United States, 1-877-
539-8777 in Puerto Rico or 1-800-
265-3987 in Canada, and follow the
prompts for Safety Connect to initiate
this service.
In addition to assisting law enforce-
ment with recovery of a stolen vehicle,
Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle
location data may, under certain cir-
cumstances, be shared with third par-
ties to locate your vehicle. Further
information is available at Lexus.com.

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Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

In the event of an emergency on the
road, push the “SOS” button to reach
the Safety Connect response center.
The answering agent will determine
your vehicle’s location, assess the
emergency, and dispatch the neces-
sary assistance required.

If you accidentally press the “SOS” button,
tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.

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Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds
GPS data to the already included war-

ranty-based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” but-
ton to reach a Safety Connect
response-center agent, who can help
with a wide range of needs, such as:
towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a
description of the Roadside Assistance
services and their limitations, please
see the Safety Connect Terms and
Conditions, which are available at
Lexus.com.

Important! Read this information about
exposure to radio frequency signals
before using Safety Connect;
The Safety Connect system installed in
your vehicle is a low-power radio
transmitter and receiver. It receives
and also sends out radio frequency
(RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Commu-
nications Commission (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety lev-
els for mobile wireless phones. Those
guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by the
following U.S. and international stan-
dards bodies.



ANSI (American National Stan-
dards Institute) C95.1 [1992]



NCRP (National Council on Radia-
tion Protection and Measurement)
Report 86 [1986]



ICNIRP (International Commission
on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protec-

Safety information for Safety
Connect

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

1-4.Hybrid system

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Gasoline engine

Electric motor (traction motor)

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When stopped/during start off

The gasoline engine stops

when the

vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. At slow speeds or when
traveling down a gentle slope, the
engine is stopped

and the electric

motor (traction motor) is used.
When the shift lever is in N, the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is not being

charged.

: When the hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will
not automatically stop.

■

During normal driving

The gasoline engine is predominantly
used. The electric motor (traction
motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery) as necessary.

Hybrid system features

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 effi-
ciency and reducing exhaust emissions.

System components

A
B

1-4. Hybrid system

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When accelerating sharply

When the accelerator pedal is
depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
added to that of the gasoline engine via
the electric motor (traction motor).

■

When braking (regenerative brak-
ing)

The wheels operate the electric motor
(traction motor) as a power generator,
and the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is charged.

■

Regenerative braking

In the following situations, kinetic energy is

converted to electric energy and decelera-

tion force can be obtained in conjunction

with the recharging of the hybrid battery

(traction battery).

●

The accelerator pedal is released while

driving with the shift lever in D or S.

●

The brake pedal is depressed while driv-

ing with the shift lever in D or S.

■

EV indicator

The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-

cle is driven using only the electric motor

(traction motor) or the gasoline engine is

stopped.

■

Conditions in which the gasoline engine

may not stop

The gasoline engine starts and stops auto-

matically. However, it may not stop auto-
matically in the following conditions

●

During gasoline engine warm-up

●

During hybrid battery (traction battery)

charging

●

When the temperature of the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) is high or low

●

When the heater is switched on

: Depending on the circumstances, the

gasoline engine may also not stop auto-
matically in other situations.

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Charging the hybrid battery (traction

battery)

As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid

battery (traction battery), the battery does

not need to be charged from an outside

source. However, if the vehicle is left

parked for a long time the hybrid battery

(traction battery) will slowly discharge. For

this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at

least once every few months for at least 30

minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid

battery (traction battery) becomes fully dis-

charged and you are unable to start the

hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.

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Charging the 12-volt battery



P.389

■

After the 12-volt battery has discharged

or when the terminal has been removed

and installed during exchange, etc.

The gasoline engine may not stop even if

the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid

battery (traction battery). If this continues

for a few days, contact your Lexus dealer.

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Sounds and vibrations specific to a

Hybrid Electric Vehicle

There may be no engine sound or vibration

even though the vehicle is able to move with

the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For

safety, apply 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:

●

Motor sounds may be heard from the

engine compartment.

●

Sounds may be heard from the hybrid

battery (traction battery) under the rear

seats when the hybrid system starts or

stops.

●

Relay operating sounds such as a snap or

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid

battery (traction battery), under the rear

seats, when the hybrid system is started

or stopped.

●

Sounds from the hybrid system may be

heard when the trunk lid is open.

●

Sounds may be heard from the transmis-

sion when the gasoline engine starts or

stops, when driving at low speeds, or

during idling.

●

Engine sounds may be heard when

accelerating sharply.

●

Sounds may be heard due to regenera-

tive braking when the brake pedal is

depressed or as the accelerator pedal is

released.

●

Vibration may be felt when the gasoline

engine starts or stops.

●

Cooling fan sounds may be heard from

the air intake vent under the rear seat.

■

Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-

posal

Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main-

tenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do

not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

■

Customization

Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV

indicator) can be changed.

(Customizable features:



P.417)

When driving with the gasoline engine
stopped, a sound, which changes in
accordance with the driving speed, will
be played in order to warn people
nearby of the vehicle’s approach. This
sound may be heard inside the vehicle.
The sound will stop when the vehicle
speed exceeds approximately 22 mph
(35 km/h).

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Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

In the following cases, the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System may be difficult for sur-

rounding people to hear.

●

In very noisy areas

●

In the wind or the rain

■

If “Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

Malfunction Visit your Dealer” is dis-

played on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have

the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
tem

1-4. Hybrid system

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Warning label

Service plug

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

High voltage cables (orange)

Electric motor (traction motor)

Power control unit

Air conditioning compressor

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Running out of fuel

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

(



P.363) 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.)

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Electromagnetic waves

●

High voltage parts and cables on Hybrid

Electric Vehicles incorporate electro-

Hybrid system precautions

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high voltage system
(about 650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts that become extremely
hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the warning labels attached to
the vehicle.

System components

A
B
C
D

E
F

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

magnetic shielding, and therefore emit

approximately the same amount of elec-

tromagnetic waves as conventional gaso-

line powered vehicles or home electronic

appliances.

●

Your vehicle may cause sound interfer-

ence in some third party-produced radio

parts.

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a

limited service life. The lifespan of the

hybrid battery (traction battery) can change

in accordance with driving style and driving

conditions.

■

Starting the hybrid system in an

extremely cold environment (for vehi-

cles sold in except Canada)

When the hybrid battery (traction battery)

is extremely cold (below approximately -

22°F [-30°C]) under the influence of the

outside temperature, it may not be possible

to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to

start the hybrid system again after the tem-

perature of the hybrid battery increases

due to the outside temperature increase

etc.

WARNING

■

High voltage precautions

This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC

systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC

and AC high voltage is very dangerous

and can cause severe burns and electric

shock that may result in death or serious

injury.

●

Never touch, disassemble, remove or

replace the high voltage parts, cables

or their connectors.

●

The hybrid system will become hot

after starting as the system uses high

voltage. Be careful of both the high

voltage and the high temperature, and

always obey the warning labels

attached to the vehicle.

●

Never try to open the service plug

access hole located under the rear

seat (right side). The service plug is

used only when the vehicle is serviced

and is subject to high voltage.

■

Road accident cautions

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

●

Pull your vehicle off the road, apply the

parking brake, shift the shift lever to P,

and turn the hybrid system off.

●

Do not touch the high voltage parts,

cables and connectors.

●

If electric wires are exposed inside or

outside your vehicle, an electric shock

may occur. Never touch exposed

electric wires.

●

If a fire occurs in the Hybrid Electric

Vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as

possible. Never use a fire extinguisher

that is not meant for electric fires.

Using even a small amount of water

may be dangerous.

●

If your vehicle needs to be towed, do

so with front wheels raised. If the

wheels connected to the electric

motor (traction motor) are on the

ground when towing, the motor may

continue to generate electricity. This

may cause a fire. (



P.357)

●

Carefully inspect the ground under the

vehicle. If you find that liquid has

leaked onto the ground, the fuel sys-

tem may have been damaged. Leave

the vehicle as soon as possible.

1-4. Hybrid system

There is an air intake vent under the
rear seat (right side) for the purpose of
cooling the hybrid battery (traction
battery). If the vent becomes blocked,

WARNING

●

For vehicles sold in Canada: If a fluid

leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it

may be strong alkaline electrolyte

from the hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery). If it comes into contact with your

skin or eyes, wash it off immediately

with a large amount of water or, if pos-

sible, boric acid solution. Seek imme-

diate medical attention.

●

For vehicles sold in except Canada:

Do not touch the battery if liquid is

leaking from or adhering to it. If elec-

trolyte (carbonic-based organic elec-

trolyte) from the hybrid battery

(traction battery) comes into contact

with the eyes or skin, it could cause

blindness or skin wounds. In the

unlikely event that it comes into con-

tact with the eyes or skin, wash it off

immediately with a large amount of

water, and seek immediate medical

attention.

●

For vehicles sold in except Canada: If

electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid

battery (traction battery), do not

approach the vehicle.

Even in the unlikely event that the

hybrid battery (traction battery) is

damaged, the internal construction of

the battery will prevent a large amount

of electrolyte from leaking out. How-

ever, any electrolyte that does leak out

will give off a vapor. This vapor is an

irritant to skin and eyes and could

cause acute poisoning if inhaled.

●

For vehicles sold in except Canada:

Do not bring burning or high-tem-

perature items close to the electrolyte.

The electrolyte may ignite and cause a

fire.

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

●

For vehicles sold in except Canada:

Your vehicle contains a sealed lithium-

ion battery.

●

Never resell, hand over or modify the

hybrid battery. To prevent accidents,

hybrid batteries that have been

removed from a disposed vehicle are

collected through Lexus dealer. Do

not dispose of the battery yourself.

Unless the battery is properly col-

lected, the following may occur, result-

ing in death or serious injury:

• The hybrid battery may be illegally dis-

posed of or dumped, and it is hazard-

ous to the environment or someone

may touch a high voltage part, result-

ing in an electric shock.

• The hybrid battery is intended to be

used exclusively with your Hybrid

Electric Vehicle. If the hybrid battery is

used outside of your vehicle or modi-

fied in any way, accidents such as elec-

tric shock, heat generation, smoke

generation, an explosion and electro-

lyte leakage may occur.

When reselling or handing over your

vehicle, the possibility of an accident is

extremely high because the person

receiving the vehicle may not be aware

of these dangers.

●

If your vehicle is disposed of without

the hybrid battery having been

removed, there is a danger of serious

electric shock if high voltage parts,

cables and their connectors are

touched. In the event that your vehicle

must be disposed of, the hybrid battery

must be disposed of by your Lexus

dealer or a qualified service shop. If the

hybrid battery is not disposed of prop-

erly, it may cause electric shock that

can result in death or serious injury.

Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air intake vent

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

the hybrid battery (traction battery)
may overheat, leading to a reduction in
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
output.

When a certain level of impact is
detected by the impact sensor, the
emergency shut off system blocks the
high voltage current and stops the fuel
pump to minimize the risk of electrocu-
tion and fuel leakage. If the emergency
shut off system activates, your vehicle
will not restart. To restart the hybrid
system, contact your Lexus dealer.

A message is automatically displayed
when a malfunction occurs in the
hybrid system or an improper opera-
tion is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the
multi-information display, read the
message and follow the instructions.

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery) air

intake vent

●

Make sure not to block the air intake

vent with anything, such as a seat

cover, plastic cover, or luggage. If the

vents become blocked, the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) input and output

may be restricted, leading to a reduc-

tion in hybrid battery (traction battery)

output and a malfunction.

●

When dust etc. has accumulated in the

air intake vent, periodically clean it

with a vacuum cleaner to prevent the

vent from clogging.

●

Do not get water or foreign materials

in the air intake vent as this may cause

a short circuit and damage the hybrid

battery (traction battery).

●

Do not carry large amounts of water

such as water cooler bottles in the

vehicle. If water spills onto the hybrid

battery (traction battery), the battery

may be damaged. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

●

There is a filter installed to the air

intake vent. When the filter remains

noticeably dirty even after cleaning the

air intake vent, filter cleaning or

replacement is recommended. For

information regarding filter cleaning or

replacement, refer to P.340.

●

If “Maintenance required for Traction

battery cooling parts See owner’s

manual” is shown on the multi-infor-

mation display, the air intake vent and

filter may be clogged. Refer to P.340

for information on how to clean the air

intake vent.

Emergency shut off system

Hybrid warning message

1-5. Theft deterrent system

For safety and security

1-5.Theft deterrent system

The indicator light flashes after the
power switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the power switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or ON mode to indi-
cate that the system has been can-
celed.

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type

immobilizer system.

■

Conditions that may cause the system to

malfunction

●

If the grip portion of the key is in contact

with a metallic object

●

If the key is in close proximity to or touch-

ing a key registered to the security sys-

tem (key with a built-in transponder chip)

of another vehicle

Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in
transponder chips that prevent the
hybrid system from starting if a key
has not been previously registered
in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not guar-
antee absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.

Operating the system

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

1-5. Theft deterrent system

■

Items to check before locking the
vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of
the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following:



Nobody is in the vehicle.



The windows and moon roof are
closed before the alarm is set.



No valuables or other personal
items are left in the vehicle.

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Setting

Close the doors, trunk and hood, and
lock all the doors using the entry func-

tion or wireless remote control. The
system will be set automatically after
30 seconds.
Except for Canada, the alarm can also
be set using the mechanical key.

The indicator light changes from being on
to flashing when the system is set.

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Canceling or stopping

Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarm:



Except for Canada: Unlock the
doors using the entry function, wire-
less remote control or mechanical
key.



For Canada: Unlock the doors using
the entry function or wireless
remote control.



Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, or start the
hybrid system. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type

alarm system.

■

Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following

situations:

(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm

system.)

Alarm

The alarm uses light and sound to
give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the follow-
ing situations when the alarm is set:



A locked door is unlocked or
opened in any way other than
using the entry function, wireless
remote control or mechanical
key

. (The doors will lock again

automatically.)



A locked trunk is unlocked or
opened in any way other than
using the entry function or wire-
less remote control.



The hood is opened.

: Except for Canada

Setting/canceling/stopping the
alarm system

1-5. Theft deterrent system

For safety and security

●

For Canada: The doors are unlocked

using the mechanical key.

●

The trunk is unlocked using the mechani-

cal key.

●

A person inside the vehicle opens a door,

the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle

using a door lock switch.

●

The 12-volt battery is recharged or

replaced when the vehicle is locked.

(



P.389)

■

Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the sit-

uation, the door may automatically lock to

prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

●

When a person remaining in the vehicle

unlocks the door and the alarm is acti-

vated.

●

While the alarm is activated, a person

remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.

●

When recharging or replacing the 12-

volt battery

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehi

cle

status

inform

ati

on a

nd i

ndic
ators

Warning lights inform the driver of
malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s
systems.

Warning lights

(U.S.A.)

Brake system warning light

(



P.360)

(red)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

(



P.360)

(yellow)

Brake system warning light

(



P.360)

High coolant temperature
warning light

(



P.360)

Charging system warning
light

(



P.361)

Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light

(



P.361)

(U.S.A.)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(



P.361)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(



P.361)

SRS warning light

(



P.361)

(U.S.A.)

ABS warning light

(



P.362)

(Canada)

ABS warning light

(



P.362)

Inappropriate pedal operation
warning light

(



P.362)

(red)

Electric power steering system
warning light

(



P.362)

(yellow)

Electric power steering system
warning light

(



P.362)

Low fuel level warning light
(



P.363)

Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light
(



P.363)

Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights

(



P.363)

Tire pressure warning light

(



P.364)

(orange)

LTA indicator

(



P.364)

(flashes)

Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator

(if equipped) (



P.364)

(flashes)

RCTA OFF indicator

(



P.365)

(flashes or

illuminates)

RCD OFF indicator (if
equipped) (



P.365)

(flashes)

PKSB OFF indicator

(if

equipped) (



P.365)

(flashes or

illuminates)

PCS warning light

(



P.366)

Slip indicator

(



P.366)

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.366)

(flashes)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.366)

2-1. Instrument cluster

: These lights come on when the power

switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a
system if the lights do not come on, or
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

The indicators inform the driver of the
operating state of the vehicle’s various
systems.

(flashes)

Brake hold operated indica-
tor

(



P.367)

Hybrid system overheat warn-
ing light

(



P.367)

Master warning light

(



P.367)

WARNING

■

If a safety system warning light does

not come on

Should a safety system light such as the

ABS and SRS warning light not come on

when you start the hybrid system, this

could mean that these systems are not

available to help protect you in an acci-

dent, which could result in death or seri-

ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by

your Lexus dealer immediately if this

occurs.

Indicators

Turn signal indicator (



P.158)

(U.S.A.)

Headlight indicator (



P.163)

(Canada)

Tail light indicator (



P.163)

Headlight high beam indicator
(



P.165)

Automatic High Beam indicator
(



P.166)

PCS warning light

*1, 2

(



P.181)

Cruise control indicator

(



P.203)

Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator

(



P.203)

Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor

(



P.203)

(white)

LTA indicator

(



P.196)

(green)

LTA indicator

(



P.181, 196)

(orange)

(flashes)

LTA indicator

(



P.196)

BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators

*1, 4

(



P.213, 229)

BSM indicator (



P.213)

Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator

*1, 2

(if equipped)

(



P.222)

RCTA OFF indicator

*1, 2

(



P.230)

RCD OFF indicator

(if

equipped) (



P.235)

PKSB OFF indicator

*1, 2

(if

equipped) (



P.240)

(flashes)

Slip indicator

(



P.253)

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehi

cle

status

inform

ati

on a

nd i

ndic
ators



Drive mode indicators



Except F SPORT models



F SPORT models

: These lights come on when the power

: This light comes on when the system is

turned off.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

: This light illuminates on the outside rear

view mirrors.

: Except F SPORT models: This light illu-

minates on the multi-information dis-
play.

: When the outside temperature is

approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower,
this indicator will flash for approxi-
mately 10 seconds, then stay on.

: This light illuminates on the center

panel.

VSC OFF indicator

*1, 2

(



P.253)

Smart access system with push-
button start indicator

(



P.148)

“READY” indicator (



P.148)

AGC indicator

(



P.219)

EV drive mode indicator
(



P.153)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.159)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator
(



P.159)

Brake hold standby indicator

(



P.161)

Brake hold operated indica-
tor

(



P.161)

EV indicator

(



P.60)

Low outside temperature indi-
cator

*3, 6

(



P.76, 80)

“PASSENGER AIR
BAG” indicator lights

*1, 7

(



P.37)

Traction battery status indica-
tor (if equipped)

(



P.95)

Eco drive mode indicator
(



P.218)

Sport mode indicator (



P.218)

Custom mode indicator (if
equipped) (



P.218)

Eco drive mode indicator
(



P.218)

Sport mode indicator (if
equipped) (



P.218)

Sport S mode indicator (if
equipped) (



P.218)

Sport S+ mode indicator (if
equipped) (



P.218)

2-1. Instrument cluster

■

Locations of gauges and meters

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



P.85)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (



P.370)

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F
(3°C) or lower

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (



P.77)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (



P.89, 218)

Speedometer

Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (



P.283)

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Gauges and meters (except F SPORT models)

Meter display

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehi

cle

status

inform

ati

on a

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ndic
ators

In the following situations, the actual quantity of fuel remaining in the tank may not be dis-
played correctly. Refer to P.77 if the actual quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is not dis-
played correctly.
• A small amount of fuel is added.
• Fuel is added with the fuel gauge near or at “F”.
• The vehicle is stopped on an uneven surface, such as a slope.
• The vehicle is driven on a slope or around a curve.

Shift position and shift range (



P.154)

Odometer and trip meter display (



P.78)

■

Hybrid System Indicator

Charge area

Shows regeneration

status.

Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).

Hybrid Eco area

Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop
and restart under various conditions.

Eco area

Shows that the vehicle is being driven 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.)

: When used in this manual, regeneration

refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into
electrical energy.

■

Engine speed

On Hybrid Electric Vehicles, engine speed

is precisely controlled in order to help

improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust

emissions etc.

There are times when the engine speed that

is displayed may differ even when vehicle

operation and driving conditions are the

same.

■

Hybrid System Indicator is displayed

when

The Hybrid System Indicator is displayed in

the following situations:

●

The shift lever is in D or S.

●

The hybrid system is started.

■

Manually updating the fuel gauge and

possible driving range

The fuel gauge and the possible driving

range are linked. If the displays of the fuel

gauge and possible driving range do not

update after adding a small amount of fuel,

the displays can be updated by performing

the following procedure.

Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

Press the “ODO TRIP” switch to

change the odometer and trip meter

display to odometer.

Turn the power switch off.

While pressing and holding the “ODO

TRIP” switch, turn the power switch to

ON mode.

2-1. Instrument cluster

Continue to hold the “ODO TRIP”

switch for approximately 5 seconds,

and then release it once the odometer

begins flashing.

Updating is complete once the odometer

flashes for approximately 5 seconds and

then the display returns to normal.

■

Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct

outside temperature may not be dis-

played, or the display may take longer

than normal to change:

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds

(less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has

changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit

of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system

may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle

to your Lexus dealer.

■

Liquid crystal display



P.86

■

Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized
on

of the multi-information display.

(



P.89)

■

Display items



Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.



Trip meter A/trip meter B

Displays the distance the vehicle has been
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.



Distance until next engine oil
change

Displays the distance the vehicle can be
driven until an oil change is necessary.

■

Changing the display

Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is
pressed, the displayed item will be
changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.

WARNING

■

The information display at low tem-

peratures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm

up before using the liquid crystal infor-

mation display. At extremely low tem-

peratures, the information display

monitor may respond slowly, and display

changes may be delayed.

For example, there is a lag between the

driver’s shifting and the new gear num-

ber appearing on the display. This lag

could cause the driver to downshift

again, causing rapid and excessive

engine braking and possibly an accident

resulting in death or injury.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and

its components

●

Do not let the indicator needle of the

tachometer enter the red zone, which

indicates the maximum engine speed.

●

The engine may be overheating if the

engine coolant temperature gauge is

in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-

diately stop the vehicle in a safe place,

and check the engine after it has

cooled completely. (



P.391)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehi

cle

status

inform

ati

on a

nd i

ndic
ators

■

Pop-up display

Distance until the next engine oil
change will be displayed when a warn-
ing message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is
required is displayed.

The brightness of the instrument panel
lights can be adjusted.

Darker

Brighter

■

Brightness of the meter lights (day mode

and night mode)

The brightness of the meter lights can be

adjusted individually.
In the following situations, the meters

changes between day mode and night

mode.

●

Day mode: When the tail lights are off or

when the tail lights are on but the sur-

rounding area is bright

●

Night mode: When the tail lights are on

and the surrounding area is dark

Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

2-1. Instrument cluster

■

Locations of gauges and meters

When the main meter is moved to the right, some of the meter displays and the
gauge layout will change. (



P.85)



Main meter in center position

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Odometer and trip meter display (



P.84)

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F
(3°C) or lower

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (



P.82)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (



P.89, 218)

• Rev indicator (



P.82)

• Rev peak (



P.83)

Speedometer

Shift position and shift range (



P.154)

Gauges and meters (F SPORT models)

Meter display

A
B

E
F

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehi

cle

status

inform

ati

on a

nd i

ndic
ators

Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (



P.283)

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
In the following situations, the actual quantity of fuel remaining in the tank may not be dis-
played correctly. Refer to P.83 if the actual quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is not dis-
played correctly.
• A small amount of fuel is added.
• Fuel is added with the fuel gauge near or at “F”.
• The vehicle is stopped on an uneven surface, such as a slope.
• The vehicle is driven on a slope or around a curve.

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



P.85)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (



P.370)



Main meter moved to the right

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F
(3°C) or lower

Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (



P.283)

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (



P.82)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (



P.89, 218)

2-1. Instrument cluster

• Rev indicator (



P.82)

• Rev peak (



P.83)

Speedometer

Shift position and shift range (



P.154)

Odometer and trip meter display (



P.84)

Fuel gauge

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



P.85)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (



P.370)

■

Hybrid System Indicator

Charge area

Shows regeneration

status.

Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).

Hybrid Eco area

Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop

and restart under various conditions.

Eco area

Shows that the vehicle is being driven 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.)

: When used in this manual, regeneration

refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into
electrical energy.

■

Rev indicator

When the engine speed reaches a set
speed or the red zone, a ring-shaped

E
F

2-1. Instrument cluster

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status

inform

ati

on a

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ndic
ators

indicator (

) will be displayed on the

tachometer.

The indicators will be displayed in amber
when the engine speed reaches a set
speed, and in red when the engine speed
reaches the red zone.
The engine speed at which the rev indica-
tor will begin to be displayed can be set on

of the multi-information display.

(



P.89)

■

Rev peak

When the engine speed reaches or
exceeds 4000 r/min, an afterimage of
the tachometer will be displayed at the
highest engine speed for approxi-
mately 1 second.

■

Engine speed

On Hybrid Electric Vehicles, engine speed

is precisely controlled in order to help

improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust

emissions etc.

There are times when the engine speed that

is displayed may differ even when vehicle

operation and driving conditions are the

same.

■

Hybrid System Indicator is displayed

when

The Hybrid System Indicator is displayed in

the following situations:

●

The shift lever is in D or S.

●

The hybrid system is started.

■

Manually updating the fuel gauge and

possible driving range

The fuel gauge and the possible driving

range are linked. If the displays of the fuel

gauge and possible driving range do not

update after adding a small amount of fuel,

the displays can be updated by performing

the following procedure.

Stop the vehicle on a level surface.

Press the “ODO TRIP” switch to

change the odometer and trip meter

display to odometer.

Turn the power switch off.

While pressing and holding the “ODO

TRIP” switch, turn the power switch to

ON mode.

Continue to hold the “ODO TRIP”

switch for approximately 5 seconds,

and then release it once the odometer

begins flashing.

Updating is complete once the odometer

flashes for approximately 5 seconds and

then the display returns to normal.

■

Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct

outside temperature may not be dis-

played, or the display may take longer

than normal to change:

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds

(less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has

changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit

of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system

may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle

to your Lexus dealer.

■

Liquid crystal display



P.86

2-1. Instrument cluster

■

Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized
on

of the multi-information display.

(



P.89)

■

Display items



Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.



Trip meter A/trip meter B

Displays the distance the vehicle has been
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.



Distance until next engine oil
change

Displays the distance the vehicle can be
driven until an oil change is necessary.

■

Changing the display

Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is
pressed, the displayed item will be
changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.

■

Pop-up display

Distance until the next engine oil
change will be displayed when a warn-
ing message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is
required is displayed.

The brightness of the instrument panel
lights can be adjusted.

WARNING

■

The information display at low tem-

peratures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm

up before using the liquid crystal infor-

mation display. At extremely low tem-

peratures, the information display

monitor may respond slowly, and display

changes may be delayed.

For example, there is a lag between the

driver’s shifting and the new gear num-

ber appearing on the display. This lag

could cause the driver to downshift

again, causing rapid and excessive

engine braking and possibly an accident

resulting in death or injury.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and

its components

●

Do not let the indicator needle of the

tachometer enter the red zone, which

indicates the maximum engine speed.

●

The engine may be overheating if the

engine coolant temperature gauge is

in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-

diately stop the vehicle in a safe place,

and check the engine after it has

cooled completely. (



P.391)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

Changing the instrument panel
light brightness

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