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Lexus ES350 (2023 year). Manual in english - page 15

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4-6. Driving tips

Driving

4-6.Driving tips



Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.

• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid



Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the battery.



Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.

Ensure that all tires are the specified size
and brand, and that chains match the size
of the tires.

: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehi-

cles with 18-inch/19-inch tires.

Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:



Do not try to forcibly open a window

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.

Preparation for winter

WARNING

■

Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in a loss of

vehicle control and cause death or seri-

ous injury.

●

Use tires of the specified size.

●

Maintain the recommended level of air

pressure.

●

Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120

km/h), regardless of the type of snow

tires being used.

●

Use snow tires on all, not just some

wheels.

■

Driving with tire chains (vehicles with

17-inch tires)

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle

being unable to be driven safely, and may

cause death or serious injury.

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed

limit specified for the tire chains being

used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-

ever is lower.

●

Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces

or over potholes.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt

steering, sudden braking and shifting

operations that cause sudden engine

braking.

●

Slow down sufficiently before entering

a curve to ensure that vehicle control

is maintained.

●

Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

system.

NOTICE

■

Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs or replacement of snow

tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire

retailers.

This is because the removal and attach-

ment of snow tires affects the operation

of the tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters.

Before driving the vehicle

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or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.



To ensure proper operation of the
climate control system fan, remove
any snow that has accumulated on
the air inlet vents in front of the
windshield.



Check for and remove any excess
ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s
roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.



Remove any snow or mud from the
bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.

■

To protect the windshield wipers



P.165

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.



Park the vehicle and move the shift
lever to P without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may
freeze up, preventing it from being
released. If the vehicle is parked
without setting the parking brake,
make sure to block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous
because it may cause the vehicle to

move unexpectedly, possibly lead-
ing to an accident.

When the parking brake is in automatic
mode, release the parking brake after shift-
ing the shift lever to P. (



P.151)



If the vehicle is left parked with the
brakes damp in cold temperatures,
there is a possibility of the brakes
freezing.



If the vehicle is parked without set-
ting the parking brake, confirm that
the shift lever cannot be moved out
of P

: The shift lever will be locked if it is

attempted to be shifted from P to any
other position without depressing the
brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem
with the shift lock system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.



Vehicles with 17-inch tires

Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire
size.

When driving the vehicle

When parking the vehicle

WARNING

■

When parking the vehicle

When parking the vehicle without apply-

ing the parking brake, make sure to

chock the wheels. If you do not chock the

wheels, the vehicle may move unexpect-

edly, possibly resulting in an accident.

Selecting tire chains

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4-6. Driving tips

Driving

Side chain:

0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter

0.39 in. (10 mm) in width

1.18 in. (30 mm) in length

Cross chain:

0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter

0.55 in. (14 mm) in width

0.98 in. (25 mm) in length



Vehicles with 18-inch/19-inch tires

Tire chains cannot be mounted.

Snow tires should be used instead.

Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary depending on location and
type of road. Always check local regu-
lations before installing chains.

■

Tire chain installation

Observe the following precautions when

installing and removing chains:

●

Install and remove tire chains in a safe

location.

●

Install tire chains on the front tires. Do not

install tire chains on the rear tires.

●

Install tire chains on front tires as tightly

as possible. Retighten chains after driving

1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).

●

Install tire chains following the instruc-

tions provided with the tire chains.

To enable the windshield wipers to be
lifted when heavy snow or icy condi-
tions are expected, change the rest
position of the windshield wipers from
the retracted position below the hood
to the service position using the wiper
lever. (



P.165)

Regulations on the use of tire
chains (vehicles with 17-inch
tires)

NOTICE

■

Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters may not function correctly

when tire chains are fitted.

Windshield wipers

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Interio

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atures

Interior features

5-1. Lexus Climate Concierge

Lexus Climate Concierge.....

254

5-2. Using the air conditioning system

Automatic air conditioning sys-

tem................................................

255

Heated steering wheel/seat heat-

ers/seat ventilators.................

261

5-3. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list.........................

265

5-4. Using the storage features

List of storage features............

268

Trunk features..............................

271

5-5. Using the other interior features

Other interior features ...........

272

Garage door opener...............

284

Compass.......................................

289

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5-1. Lexus Climate Concierge

5-1.Lexus Climate Concierge

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Front”.

Select “Climate concierge”.

The indicator on the air conditioning con-
trol screen illuminates, and the automatic
air conditioning system, seat heaters and
ventilators, and heated steering wheel
operate in automatic mode.
If any of the system is operated manually,
the indicator turns off. However, all other
functions continue to operate in automatic
mode.

■

Automatic air conditioning system
(



P.255)

The temperature can be adjusted indi-
vidually for the driver seat and passen-
ger seat.

■

Seat heaters and ventilators (if
equipped) (



P.261)

Heating or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc. Also, heating
and ventilation may turn off.
The seat heater and ventilator of the
front passenger seat operate in auto-
matic mode if a passenger is detected.

■

Heated steering wheel (if
equipped) (



P.261)

Heated steering wheel operates auto-
matically according to the set tem-
perature of the air conditioning system,
the outside temperature, etc.

■

Seat heater/ventilator operation

When automatic mode is selected using the

seat heater/ventilator switch, passenger

detection is not performed.

Lexus Climate Concierge

The seat heaters (if equipped), seat
ventilators (if equipped) and heated
steering wheel (if equipped) are
each automatically controlled
according to the set temperature of
the air conditioning system, the out-
side and cabin temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge allows a
comfortable condition to be main-
tained without adjusting each sys-
tem.
Lexus Climate Concierge can be
operated using the air conditioning
control screen on the Center Dis-
play (



P.258).

Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge

Operation of each system

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5-2.Using the air conditioning system

Left-hand side temperature control switch

Automatic mode switch

Off switch

Fan speed decrease switch

Fan speed increase switch

Airflow mode control switch

Windshield defogger switch

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch

Outside/recirculated air mode switch

Right-hand side temperature control switch

■

Adjusting the temperature

Operate the temperature control
switch upwards to increase the tem-
perature and downwards to decrease
the temperature.

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-

tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.

■

Setting the fan speed

Operate the fan speed increase switch
to increase the fan speed and the fan
speed decrease switch to decrease the

Automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
The air conditioning system can be operated using the air conditioning con-
trol panel and air conditioning control screen on the Center Display
(



P.258).

Air conditioning controls

A
B
C
D

E
F

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fan speed.

Press the off switch to turn the fan off.

■

Changing the air flow mode

Press the airflow mode control switch.
The mode changes as follows each
time the switch is pressed. (



P.258)

■

Switching between outside air and
recirculated air modes

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch.
The mode changes as follows each
time the switch is pressed.

(recirculated air mode)



automatic mode



(outside

air mode)



(recirculated air

mode)

When the system is switched to automatic
mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.

: This item cannot be selected when the

air conditioning is off.

■

Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and front side windows.
Press the windshield defogger switch.

Set the outside/recirculated air mode
switch to outside air mode if the recircu-
lated air mode is used. (It may switch auto-
matically.)
To defog the windshield and the side win-
dows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press the
windshield defogger switch again when the
windshield is defogged.

■

Defogging the rear window and
outside rear view mirrors

Defoggers are used to defog the rear
window, and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view
mirrors.
Press the rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers switch.

The defoggers will automatically turn off
after 15 to 60 minutes. The operation time
changes according to the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.

■

When the outside temperature exceeds

75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning

system is on

●

In order to reduce the air conditioning

power consumption, the air conditioning

system may switch to recirculated air

mode automatically. This may also

reduce fuel consumption.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected as a

default mode when the engine switch is

turned to IGNITION ON mode.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode

at any time by pressing the outside/recir-

culated air mode switch.

■

Fogging up of the windows

The windows will easily fog up when the

humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning

“A/C” on will dehumidify the air from the

outlets and defog the windshield effectively.

●

If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may

fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recircu-

lated air mode is used.

■

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the

vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after

closing the windows, it is recommended

that the air intake mode be set to outside air

mode and the fan speed to any setting

except off.

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■

Outside/recirculated air mode

●

Setting to the recirculated air mode tem-

porarily is recommended in preventing

dirty air from entering the vehicle interior

and helping to cool the vehicle when the

outside air temperature is high.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may

automatically switch regardless of the air

conditioning setting depending on the

temperature setting or inside tempera-

ture.

■

Registering air conditioning settings to

electronic keys

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic

key and turning the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode will recall that

key’s registered air conditioning settings.

●

When the engine switch is turned off, the

current air conditioning settings will auto-

matically be registered to the electronic

key that was used to unlock the vehicle.

●

The system may not operate correctly if

more than one electronic key is in the

vicinity or if the smart access system with

push-button start is used to unlock the

passenger door.

●

Vehicles with the driving position mem-

ory: The doors that can recall the air con-

ditioning setting

when unlocked using

the smart access system with push-but-

ton start can be changed. For details,

contact your Lexus dealer.

: The doors that can recall the driving posi-

tion memory are changed at the same
time.

■

Operation of the air conditioning sys-

tem in Eco drive mode

In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sys-

tem is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel

efficiency:

●

Engine speed and compressor operation

controlled to restrict heating/cooling

capacity

●

Fan speed restricted when automatic

mode is selected

To improve air conditioning performance,

perform the following operations:

●

Turn off eco air conditioning mode

(



P.259)

●

Adjust the fan speed

●

Turn off Eco drive mode (



P.210)

■

When the outside temperature falls to

nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not

operate even when “A/C” is selected.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning

system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside

and outside the vehicle may enter into

and accumulate in the air conditioning

system. This may then cause odor to be

emitted from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occur-

ring, the start timing of the blower may be

delayed for a short period of time imme-

diately after the air conditioning system is

started in automatic mode.

●

When parking, the system automatically

switches to fresh air intake mode to

encourage better air circulation through-

out the vehicle, helping to reduce odors

that occur when starting the vehicle.

■

Using the Intelligent Assistant

Air conditioning system can be operated

using voice commands. For details, refer to

the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MAN-

UAL”.

■

Air conditioning filter



P.328

■

Air conditioning system refrigerant

●

A label regarding the refrigerant of the

air conditioning system is attached to the

hood at the location shown in the follow-

ing illustration.

●

The meaning of each symbol on the label

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

are as follows:

■

Customization

Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation)

can be changed.

(Customizable features:



P.404)

■

Air conditioning control screen

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Front”.

Sub menu

Selecting the sub menu item to switch the
screen display.
“Front”: Display the air conditioning con-
trol screen
“Options”: Display the option screen

Select the air flow mode

Each time the switch is selected, the airflow
mode is changed.

: Air flows to the upper body

: Air flows to the upper body and feet

: Air flows to the feet

Caution

Air conditioning system

Air conditioning system
lubricant type

Requires registered tech-
nician to service air con-
ditioning system

Flammable refrigerant

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up

Do not use the windshield defogger

switch during cool air operation in

extremely humid weather. The difference

between the temperature of the outside

air and that of the windshield can cause

the outer surface of the windshield to fog

up, blocking your vision.

■

When the outside rear view mirror

defoggers are operating

Do not touch the outside rear view mir-

ror surfaces, as they can become very

hot and burn you.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

engine is off.

■

When repairing/replacing parts of

the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by

your Lexus dealer. When a part of the air

conditioning system, such as the evapo-

rator, is to be replaced, it must be

replaced with a new one.

Air conditioning control screen

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: Air flows to the feet and the wind-

shield defogger operates

Turn the function on/off

Each of the following functions can be
switched on and off.
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the control screen.
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification
function
“Sync”: Adjust the temperature for driver
seat and front passenger seat simultane-
ously (“Sync” mode) (



P.260)

“Climate concierge”: Set Lexus Climate
Concierge (



P.254)

Fan speed level display

The current fan speed level is displayed.

■

Option screen

Select “Options” on the air condition-
ing control screen (



P.258).

The functions can be switched

(on)

and

(off).

Set eco air conditioning mode

Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.

Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if

equipped)

■

Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from

building up on the windshield and wiper

blades.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automati-

cally turn off after approximately 15 min-

utes.

■

Eco air conditioning mode

When Eco drive mode is selected using the

Driving Mode Select switch, eco air condi-

tioning mode turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco drive

mode is selected, eco air conditioning

mode may turn off.

Press the automatic mode switch.

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode.

The air conditioning system automatically

switches between outside air and recircu-

lated air modes.

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press the off
switch.

If the fan speed setting or air flow
modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However,
automatic mode for functions other
than that operated is maintained.

WARNING

■

To prevent burns (vehicles with wind-

shield wiper de-icer)

Do not touch the glass at lower part of

the windshield or to the side of the front

pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer

is on.

Using automatic mode

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■

Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically

according to the temperature setting and

the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until

warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-

ately after the automatic mode switch is

pressed.
Cool air may blow around the upper body

even when the heater is on due to sunlight.

■

Automatic mode for air intake control

In automatic mode, the system detects

exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-

matically switches between outside air and

recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off,

and the fan is operating, turning automatic

mode on will activate the dehumidification

function. The next time the dehumidification

function is turned off, the automatic mode

for switching between outside air and recir-

culated air modes is canceled.

To turn on the “Sync” mode, select the
“Sync” on the air conditioning control
screen.

The driver’s side temperature control
switches can be used to adjust the tem-
perature for the driver’s seat and passen-
ger’s seat side. To enter individual mode,
operate the passenger’s side temperature
control switches or select the “Sync” again.
The indicator on the air conditioning con-
trol screen comes on when the “Sync”
mode is on.

■

Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume changes
according to the selected air flow
mode.

■

Adjusting the air flow direction and
opening/closing the air outlets



Front center/front side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent

Adjusting the temperature for
driver seat and front passenger
seat simultaneously (“Sync”
mode)

Air outlet layout and operations

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

Rear

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent

: If equipped

WARNING

■

To 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
The heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators can be operated
using the switches and control screen
on the Center Display (



P.263

WARNING

■

To 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:

●

Babies, small children, the elderly, the

sick and the physically challenged

●

Persons with sensitive skin

●

Persons who are fatigued

●

Persons who have taken alcohol or

drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the seat heat-

ers and seat ventilators

Do not put heavy objects that have an

uneven surface on the seat and do not

stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.)

into the seat.

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level

indicator

illuminates during opera-

tion.

■

Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

When AUTO mode is selected

The heated steering wheel function may

turn off according to the air conditioning set

temperature, outside temperature, etc.

■

Stored settings

When the engine switch is turned to IGNI-

TION ON mode, the stored settings are

recalled.

■

Seat heaters

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment

lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level

indicator

illuminates during opera-

tion.

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

■

Seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment

lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level indi-

cator

illuminates during operation.

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the

engine is off.

Heated steering wheel

Seat heaters and ventilators

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■

Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

Air conditioning system-linked control

mode

When the seat ventilator fan speed level is

Hi (when “AUTO” is selected), the seat

ventilator fan speed may become higher

according to the fan speed of the air condi-

tioning system.

■

When AUTO mode is selected

The following functions may turn off

according to the air conditioning set tem-

perature, outside temperature, etc.

●

Seat heaters

●

Seat ventilators

■

Stored settings

When the engine switch is turned to IGNI-

TION ON mode, the stored settings of the

following functions are recalled.

●

Seat heaters

●

Seat ventilators

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Comfort”.

Adjust the seat ventilator fan speed
level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2

segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

Adjust the seat heater temperature
level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2

segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 seg-

ment lit)



Off

WARNING

■

To prevent overheating and minor

burn injuries

Observe the following precautions when

using the seat heaters.

●

Do not cover the seat with a blanket or

cushion when using the seat heater.

●

Do not use seat heater more than nec-

essary.

Control screen

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Set the automatic mode

The following functions can be set to auto-
matic mode respectively.
When the automatic mode is on, the switch
on the screen illuminates.
• Left-hand side seat heater/seat ventila-

tor

• Right-hand side seat heater/seat ventila-

tor

• Heated steering wheel

■

Customization

Steering wheel heating preference in auto-

matic mode and the automatic mode set-

tings for the seat heaters and ventilators can

be changed. (Customizable features:



P.404)