Lexus 2008 ES350 Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-

rors, and steering column.

2

When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3

Interior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior

features for a comfortable driving experience.

4

Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-

self maintenance, and maintenance information.

5

When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,

or is involved in an accident.

6

Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7

For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt in-

structions for Canadian owners

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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1-1. Key information ........................... 20

Keys ...................................................... 20

1-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors and trunk .................. 22

Smart access system with

push-button start.......................... 22

Wireless remote control.............. 34

Doors.................................................... 37

Trunk...................................................... 41

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,

steering wheel).......................... 43

Front seats.......................................... 43

Driving position memory ............. 44

Seat position memory ................... 47

Head restraints................................. 49

Seat belts ........................................... 50

Steering wheel.................................. 56

Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror ................................................ 57

Outside rear view mirrors.......... 58

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof .......... 60

Power windows................................ 60

Moon roof .......................................... 63

1-5. Refueling........................................ 67

Opening the fuel tank cap........... 67

1-6. Theft deterrent system............... 70

Engine immobilizer system......... 70

Alarm.................................................... 72

Theft prevention labels

(for USA)......................................... 74

1-7. Safety information....................... 75

Correct driving posture ............... 75

SRS airbags ....................................... 77

Front passenger occupant

classification system................... 88

Child restraint systems ................. 93

Installing child restraints............... 97

2-1. Driving procedures................... 108

Driving the vehicle........................ 108

Engine (ignition) switch ................ 116

Automatic Transmission .............. 119

Turn signal lever............................. 122

Parking brake ................................. 123

2-2. Instrument cluster ..................... 124

Gauges and meters ..................... 124

Indicators and warning lights ... 126

Multi-information display........... 130

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Before driving

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When driving

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2-3. Operating the lights and

windshield wipers.................... 134

Headlight switch............................ 134

Fog light switch .............................. 137

Windshield wipers and

washer............................................. 138

2-4. Using other driving systems..... 141

Cruise control .................................. 141

Dynamic radar cruise

control............................................. 144

Intuitive parking assist ................. 153

Driving assist systems.................. 159

PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 162

2-5. Driving information................... 165

Cargo and luggage...................... 165

Vehicle load limits......................... 168

Winter driving tips ........................ 169

Trailer towing.................................. 175

Dinghy towing ................................ 182

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger............. 184

Automatic air conditioning

system ............................................. 184

Rear window and outside rear

view mirror defoggers ............... 191

3-2. Using the audio system............ 192

Audio system type ........................ 192

Using the radio............................... 194

Using the CD player.................... 201

Playing back MP3 and

WMA discs.................................. 207

Optimal use of the audio

system ............................................. 215

Using the AUX adapter............. 218

Using the steering wheel

audio switches............................. 219

3-3. Using the hands-free

phone system

(for cellular phone) ................ 221

Hands-free phone

system features

(for cellular phone).................... 221

Using the hands-free

phone system

(for cellular phone)................... 224

Making a phone call.................... 232

Setting a cellular phone............. 236

Security and system setup........ 240

Using the phone book................ 243

3-4. Using the interior lights.......... 249

Interior lights list............................ 249

• Front interior lights .................... 251

• Personal lights ............................. 251

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Interior features

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3-5. Using the storage features .... 252

List of storage features............... 252

• Glove box..................................... 252

• Console box................................ 253

• Overhead console.................... 255

• Cup holders................................. 256

• Auxiliary box .............................. 258

3-6. Other interior features........... 259

Sun visors......................................... 259

Vanity mirror................................. 260

Clock.................................................. 261

Ashtray ............................................. 262

Cigarette lighter........................... 263

Power outlet................................... 264

Seat heaters and

ventilators..................................... 265

Armrest ............................................ 267

Rear sunshade.............................. 268

Extended trunk.............................. 270

Floor mat........................................... 271

Trunk features................................ 272

Garage door opener.................. 274

Compass.......................................... 279

4-1. Maintenance and care............ 284

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior.................. 284

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior.................... 287

4-2. Maintenance.............................. 290

Maintenance requirements .... 290

General maintenance................ 292

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs ...................................... 295

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance............................ 296

Do-it-yourself service

precautions.................................. 296

Hood................................................. 300

Positioning a floor jack................ 301

Engine compartment................. 303

Tires .................................................... 318

Tire inflation pressure................. 326

Wheels............................................. 330

Air conditioning filter.................. 332

Electronic key battery................ 334

Checking and replacing

fuses................................................ 336

Headlight aim

(vehicles with discharge

headlights).................................... 344

Light bulbs....................................... 345

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Maintenance and care

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5-1. Essential information .............. 354

If your vehicle needs to

be towed....................................... 354

If you think something

is wrong........................................ 360

Fuel pump shut off system ......... 361

Event data recorder.................... 362

5-2. Steps to take in an

emergency.............................. 364

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer

sounds... ........................................ 364

If a warning message is

displayed....................................... 375

If you have a flat tire.................... 386

If the engine will not start .......... 396

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P............................. 398

If you lose your keys.................... 399

If the electronic key does

not operate properly .............. 400

If the vehicle battery is

discharged ................................... 402

If your vehicle overheats .......... 405

If the vehicle becomes

stuck................................................ 407

6-1. Specifications............................. 410

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.)...................... 410

Fuel information............................ 420

Tire information ............................ 423

6-2. Customization .......................... 435

Customizable features .............. 435

6-3. Initialization ............................... 440

Items to initialize ........................... 440

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners........................... 442

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French).................................... 443

Abbreviation list .................................. 446

Alphabetical index.............................. 448

What to do if... ...................................... 458

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When trouble arises

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Vehicle specifications

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For owners

Index

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Pictorial index

Exterior

Headlights (high beam)

P. 134

Turn signal lights

P. 122

Side marker lights

P. 134

Headlights (low beam)

P. 134

Hood

P. 300

Windshield wipers

P. 138

Moon roof

P. 63

Outside rear view

mirrors

P. 58

Fog lights

P. 137

Parking lights

P. 134

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Tires

l Rotation

l Replacement

l Inflation pressure

P. 318

P. 386

P. 417

Tail lights

P. 134

Side marker lights

P. 134

Trunk

P. 41

Rear window defogger

P. 191

Doors

P. 37

Fuel filler door

P. 67

Turn signal lights

P. 122

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Pictorial index

Interior

Power window switches

P. 60

SRS front passenger airbag

P. 77

SRS knee airbags

P. 77

SRS driver airbag

P. 77

Floor mat

P. 271

Console box

P. 253

Seat belts

P. 50

Front seats

P. 43

SRS side airbags

P. 77

Power outlet

P. 264

AUX adapter

P. 218

Head restraints

P. 49

Cup holders

P. 256

Armrest

P. 267

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Compass

P. 279

Garage door opener switches

P. 274

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror

P. 57

Moon roof switches

P. 63

Personal lights

P. 251

Interior lights

P. 251

Vanity mirrors

P. 260

Sun visors

P. 259

Personal lights

P. 251

SRS curtain shield airbag

P. 77

Overhead console

P. 255

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B

Door lock switch

P. 37

Power window switches

P. 60

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Interior

Driving position memory switches∗

Seat position memory switches

∗

P. 44

P. 47

Window lock switch

P. 60

Inside door lock button

P. 37

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Seat heater/ventilator switches∗

P. 265

Automatic transmission shift lever

P. 119

Shift lock override button

P. 398

Cigarette lighter

Ashtray

P. 263

P. 262

Cup holders

P. 256

∗: If equipped

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Headlight switch

Turn signal lever

Fog light switch

P. 134

P. 122

P. 137

Gauges and meters

P. 124

Multi-information display

P. 130

Windshield wipers and

washer switch

P. 138

Engine (ignition) switch

P. 116

Trunk opener main switch

P. 41

Glove box

P. 252

Tilt and telescopic steering control switch

P. 56

Parking brake pedal

P. 123

Audio remote control switches

P. 219

Hood lock release lever

P. 300

Tire pressure warning system reset switch

P. 320

Adaptive front lighting system cancel switch

∗

P. 135

Tire pressure warning system select switch

P. 321

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Without navigation system

Navigation system*

Clock

P. 261

Audio system

P. 192

Air conditioning

system

P. 184

Rear window and out-

side rear view mirror

defoggers

P. 191

Security indicator

P. 70, 72

Emergency flashers

Audio system*

Security indicator

P. 70, 72

Emergency flashers

Air conditioning

system

*

With navigation system

∗: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

Rear window and

outside rear view

mirror defoggers

P. 191

Clock

P. 261

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Instrument panel

B

Telephone switch∗

*

P. 225

Cruise control switch

P. 141, 144

Distance switch ∗

P. 146

DISP switch

P. 131

Talk switch∗

*

P. 225

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Rear sunshade

switch

∗

P. 268

Intuitive parking assist

switch

∗

*

P. 153

Instrument panel light

control

P. 125

∗: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

Outside rear view mirror switch

P. 58

Auxiliary box

P. 258

Type A

Type B

Trunk opener

P. 41

Fuel filler door opener

P. 67

Rear sunshade

switch

∗

P. 268

Instrument panel light

control

P. 125

Outside rear view mirror switch

P. 58

Auxiliary box

P. 258

Trunk opener

P. 41

Fuel filler door opener

P. 67

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-

ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed

on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-

ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the

right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from

your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are

currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant

these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,

or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your

Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification

with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,

and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-

mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-

ranty.

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect

electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport

fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-

tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for

precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

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Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive

chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left

as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of

the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified

service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may

include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

CAUTION

n General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of

alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol

and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,

which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers

or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts

the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can

result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or

others.

n General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or

use the key.

When left unattended, children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle

into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing

with the cigarette lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehi-

cle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can

be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

Symbols used in illustrations

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is

ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the

risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its

equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must

not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.

Safety symbol

The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,

“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen.”

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.)

used to operate switches and other

devices.

Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g.

a lid opens).

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1-1. Key information

Keys

Using the mechanical key

Take out the mechanical key.

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.

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Electronic keys

• Operating the smart access

system with push-button start

(→P. 22)

• Operating the wireless

remote control function

(→P. 3 4)

Mechanical keys

Key number plate

n When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant

Turn the trunk opener main switch OFF and lock the glove box and the armrest

door as circumstances demand. (→P. 41, 2 52, 270)

Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the

electronic key only.

n Key number plate

Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that

a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key

number plate. (→P. 399)

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