Lexus ES: Hood
Opening the hood
1. Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.

2. Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and
lift the hood.

WARNING
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and
locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may
open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in
death or serious injury.
Positioning a floor jack
When using a floor jack, follow the
instructions in the manual provided
with the jack and perform the operation
safely.
When raising your vehicle with a
floor jack, position the jack correctly.
Improper placement may
damage your vehicle or cause
injury.
Location of the jack point
■ Front

■ Rear

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Engine oil level dipstick
Brake fluid reservoir
Radiator
Electric cooling fan
Condenser
Power control unit coolant reservoir
Engine
Location
The 12-volt battery is located on the
right-hand side of the trunk.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. T
Replace or rotate tires in accordance
with maintenance schedules
and treadwear.
Checking tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are
showing on the tires. Also check the
tires for uneven wear, s
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The Lexus Safety System + 2.0 consists
of the following drive assist systems
and contributes to a safe and
comfortable driving experience:
Driving assist system
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
Automatic High Beam
RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped)
Dynamic rad
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