Lexus ES250 2023 Driving Position Memory User Manual

Introduction

Welcome to the Lexus ES250 2023, where each and every element has been painstakingly engineered to improve your driving experience. The ES250’s cutting-edge Driving Position Memory system, which transforms how you interact with your car, is one noteworthy feature. You can say good-bye to the trouble of constantly changing your seat, mirrors, and steering wheel thanks to the Driving Position Memory in the Lexus ES250 2023. With the push of a button, this cutting-edge system enables you to quickly save and recall your favourite driving settings. Imagine getting into your Lexus ES250 and effortlessly adjusting the seat to your comfort to get the ideal driving position. Whether you share the driving duties or are the primary.

Driving Position Memory

This feature automatically adjusts the positions of the driver’s seat, steering wheel, outside rear view mirrors and head-up display (if equipped) to make entering and exiting the vehicle easier or to suit your preferences. Up to 3 different driving positions can be recorded. Each electronic key (including a card key) can be registered to recall your preferred driving position.

Power easy access system
When all of the following have been performed, the driver’s seat and steering wheel are automatically adjusted to a position that allows the driver to enter and exit the vehicle easily.

The shift lever has been shifted to P.
The engine switch has been turned off.
The driver’s seat belt has been unfastened.

When any of the following has been performed, the driver’s seat and steering wheel automatically return to their original positions.

The engine switch has been turned to ACCESSORY mode or IGNI-TION ON mode.
The driver’s seat belt has been fastened.

Operation of the power easy access system

When exiting the vehicle, the power easy access system may not operate if the seat is already in the rearmost or uppermost position or close to the rear seat.
If the seat position is adjusted during power easy access system operation, the automatic operation will stop. (The seat will change to manual operation.)
If the seat position is adjusted during or after the power easy access system operation when the driver is exiting the vehicle, the power easy access system will not operate when entering the vehicle.

Customization
The seat movement amount settings of the power easy access system can be customized. (Customizable features: P.404)

Recording a driving position into memory

Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel, outside rear view mirrors and head-up display (if equipped) to the desired positions.
While pressing the “SET” button, or within 3 seconds after the “SET” button is pressed, press button “1”, “2” or “3” until the buzzer sounds.

If the selected button has already been preset, the previously recorded position will be overwritten.

Seat positions that can be memorized ( P.110)

The positions adjusted by the following procedure can be recorded:

Seat position adjustment
Seatback angle adjustment
Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment
In order to correctly use the driving position memory function
If a seat position is already in the furthest possible position and the seat is operated in the same direction, the recorded position may be slightly different when it is recalled.

WARNING
Seat adjustment caution
Take care during seat adjustment so that the seat does not strike the rear passenger or squeeze your body against the steering wheel.

Recalling a Driving Position

Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Press one of the buttons for the driving position you want to recall until the buzzer sounds.

To stop the position recall operation part-way through

Perform any of the following:

Press the “SET” button.
Press button “1”, “2” or “3”.
Operate any of the seat adjustment switches (only cancels seat position recall).
Operate the tilt and telescopic steering control switch (only cancels steering wheel position recall).
Vehicles with the head-up display: Operate the meter control switches to adjust the head-up display position (only cancels head-up display position recall).

Operating the driving position memory after turning the engine switch off
Recorded seat positions can be activated up to 180 seconds after the driver’s door is opened and another 60 seconds after it is closed again.

When the recorded seat position can-not be recalled
The seat position may not be recalled in some situations when the seat position is recorded in a certain range. For details, contact your Lexus dealer. Registering/canceling/recall a driving position to an electronic key (including a card key) (memory recall function).

Registering procedure

Record your driving position to button “1”, “2” or “3” before performing the following: Carry only the key you want to register, and then close the driver’s door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot be recorded properly.

Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Recall the driving position that you want to record.
While pressing the recalled button, press and hold the door lock switch (either lock or unlock) until the buzzer sounds.

If the button could not be registered, the buzzer sounds continuously for approximately 3 seconds.
Cancelation procedure

Carry only the key you want to cancel and then close the driver’s door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot be canceled properly.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
While pressing the “SET” button, press and hold the door lock switch (either lock or unlock) until the buzzer sounds twice.

If the button could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for approximately 3 seconds.

Recall procedure

Make sure that the doors are locked before recalling the driving position. Carry the electronic key that has been registered to the driving position, and then unlock and open the driver’s door using the smart access system with push-button start or wireless remote control. The driving position will move to the recorded position (not including the steering wheel and head-up display [if equipped]). However, the seat will move to a position slightly behind the recorded position in order to make entering the vehicle easier.
If the driving position is in a position that has already been recorded, the seat and outside rear view mirrors will not move.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or IGNITION ON mode, or fasten a seat belt.

The seat, steering wheel and head-up display (if equipped) will move to the recorded position.

Recalling the driving position using the memory recall function

Different driving positions can be registered for each electronic key. Therefore, the driving position that is recalled may be different depending on the key being carried.
If the a door other than the driver’s door is unlocked with the smart access system with push-button start, the driving position cannot be recalled. In this case, press the driving position button which has been set.

Customization
The unlock door settings of the memory recall function can be changed. (Customizable features: P.404)

FAQs

What is the driving position memory feature in the Lexus ES250 2023?
Drivers can save and recall their preferred positions for accessories like the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors using the driving position memory feature.
How does the driving position memory system work in the ES250?
The system enables drivers to set the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors in the preferred positions. The memory buttons or controls can be used to save and recall these positions.
Can multiple drivers set their preferred driving positions?
Yes, multiple drivers can save their unique preferred positions using the ES250’s driving position memory system
How many driving positions can be stored in the memory system?
Although the number of driving positions that can be saved may vary, typically the driver can save at least two positions.
Can the driving position memory be accessed remotely?
The specific capabilities of the ES250 model determine the extent to which the driving position memory feature can be accessed remotely. It is advised to consult the official Lexus documentation for accurate details on the features of remote access.
What components of the driving position does the memory system store?
The memory system typically saves settings for the steering wheel, mirrors, and seat (including seat height, cushion angle, and lumbar support).
Does the driving position memory system include adjustable seat positions?
Yes, the ES250 has an adjustable seat position memory system that enables drivers to save their preferred seat settings.
Can the memory system save preferences for other features like steering wheel position and mirror adjustments?
Yes, in addition to storing preferences for seat positions, the memory system can also store preferences for the steering wheel position and mirror adjustments.
Is it possible to assign specific keys or key fobs to different driving positions?
If that feature is available, the memory system may, depending on the model, automatically adjust the driving position when the car is unlocked using your key.
How do I set my preferred driving position in the memory system?
After the memory system has been configured, if the seat is manually adjusted, the memory settings may be momentarily overridden for that particular drive. Re-selecting the saved position from the memory system will allow you to recall the original memory settings, which will nevertheless be preserved.

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