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Spark ignition system of your Lexus The spark ignition system in your Lexus consists of driver and front passenger airbags and seat belt pretensioners. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may have the SRS removed and disposed of the Canadian... Interference-Causing Equipment Standard. Included in Section 6 is general maintenance. You should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products could affect electronic...
Spark ignition system of your Lexus The spark ignition system in your Lexus consists of driver and front passenger airbags and seat belt pretensioners. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may have the SRS removed and disposed of the Canadian... Interference-Causing Equipment Standard. Included in Section 6 is general maintenance. You should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products could affect electronic...
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... AND AUDIO The features of the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are all explained. SECTION 3 - drive safely! If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this section so that you can make sure you fully understand the operation of your vehicle. MAINTENANCE This... 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE Operation of basic equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed below. Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you make the best use of them. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The contents of this manual are...
... AND AUDIO The features of the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are all explained. SECTION 3 - drive safely! If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this section so that you can make sure you fully understand the operation of your vehicle. MAINTENANCE This... 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE Operation of basic equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed below. Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you make the best use of them. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The contents of this manual are...
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...see page 240.) (h) (i) (j) Stop and check. (k) Fill up tank. (l) Add washer fluid. Check the fluid level of "N". There may be a problem somewhere in for repairs. At a safe place, test your nearest dealer or shop for repairs. (For towing information, see -through reservoir. It is dangerous ... when the brake fluid level is fully released. Then stop the vehicle carefully. Remember that the brakes still work adequately, drive cautiously to Lexus dealer. D If the brakes are driving, slow down and pull off . To make sure the parking brake is low. 40 GAUGES,...
...see page 240.) (h) (i) (j) Stop and check. (k) Fill up tank. (l) Add washer fluid. Check the fluid level of "N". There may be a problem somewhere in for repairs. At a safe place, test your nearest dealer or shop for repairs. (For towing information, see -through reservoir. It is dangerous ... when the brake fluid level is fully released. Then stop the vehicle carefully. Remember that the brakes still work adequately, drive cautiously to Lexus dealer. D If the brakes are driving, slow down and pull off . To make sure the parking brake is low. 40 GAUGES,...
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...the driver and passenger airbags fail. If the light comes on in the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (d) SRS Warning Light The indicator comes on as described above..... (See "Fuel tank cap" on for instructions.) c. a. The fuel tank cap is started. It is normal if it is a problem somewhere in case "c.", have your vehicle checked by your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. Depressing the...
...the driver and passenger airbags fail. If the light comes on in the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (d) SRS Warning Light The indicator comes on as described above..... (See "Fuel tank cap" on for instructions.) c. a. The fuel tank cap is started. It is normal if it is a problem somewhere in case "c.", have your vehicle checked by your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. Depressing the...
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (j) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is a problem somewhere in the charging system. Fill the tank as soon as possible. Fill the tank as soon as possible. (m) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds ... to remove the key when you are driving, stop the vehicle, turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer or repair shop. (l) Low Washer Fluid Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. D If it...
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (j) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is a problem somewhere in the charging system. Fill the tank as soon as possible. Fill the tank as soon as possible. (m) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds ... to remove the key when you are driving, stop the vehicle, turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer or repair shop. (l) Low Washer Fluid Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. D If it...
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..., console, steering column, steering wheel, dashboard near the front passenger airbag or seat belt assembly. D Modification of the suspension system. Contact your Lexus dealer. D Repairs made on , it indicates that the driver and front passenger airbags fail. This SRS has an indicator to inform the driver ...of operating problems. If either of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners. If the light flashes, the seat belt pretensioners fail. 16X026b 111 Even if...
..., console, steering column, steering wheel, dashboard near the front passenger airbag or seat belt assembly. D Modification of the suspension system. Contact your Lexus dealer. D Repairs made on , it indicates that the driver and front passenger airbags fail. This SRS has an indicator to inform the driver ...of operating problems. If either of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners. If the light flashes, the seat belt pretensioners fail. 16X026b 111 Even if...
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... station to reach your radio may cause a noise from the radio transmitter. it difficult to is interrupted or weakened, and there is a problem with the distance from the speakers of cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may tune in the second station until the original signal can... there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your antenna at night. especially at the same time. Radio reception Usually, the problem with AM signals. AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Car audio system operating hints FM Fading and drifting stations - Generally, the effective range of FM ...
... station to reach your radio may cause a noise from the radio transmitter. it difficult to is interrupted or weakened, and there is a problem with the distance from the speakers of cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may tune in the second station until the original signal can... there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your antenna at night. especially at the same time. Radio reception Usually, the problem with AM signals. AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Car audio system operating hints FM Fading and drifting stations - Generally, the effective range of FM ...
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... player and tapes For high performance from working . The easiest way to clean them is by external sources of direct sunlight. They can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant auto-reversing. The tape used in these cassette is easily affected by using cassettes with 12 cm...
... player and tapes For high performance from working . The easiest way to clean them is by external sources of direct sunlight. They can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant auto-reversing. The tape used in these cassette is easily affected by using cassettes with 12 cm...
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... to the edge of the disc as instructed. 171 If you continue to the signal side of the disc and cause sound skipping or other problems. CAUTION Compact disc players use a conventional record cleaner or anti-static device. Do not use invisible laser beams which could cause hazardous radiation exposure if...
... to the edge of the disc as instructed. 171 If you continue to the signal side of the disc and cause sound skipping or other problems. CAUTION Compact disc players use a conventional record cleaner or anti-static device. Do not use invisible laser beams which could cause hazardous radiation exposure if...
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... vehicle height is turned on. Although there is turned off , if you push the height control switch, the active height control is no problem to high: 1. If the vehicle is loaded heavily, the vehicle height cannot be lowered with the height select switch. The selected mode indicator.... After the vehicle height has changed completely, the changed mode indicator light stays on . When the active height control suspension is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STARTING AND DRIVING 3. If the underbody of the vehicle has touched the surface on bumpy roads, the ...
... vehicle height is turned on. Although there is turned off , if you push the height control switch, the active height control is no problem to high: 1. If the vehicle is loaded heavily, the vehicle height cannot be lowered with the height select switch. The selected mode indicator.... After the vehicle height has changed completely, the changed mode indicator light stays on . When the active height control suspension is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STARTING AND DRIVING 3. If the underbody of the vehicle has touched the surface on bumpy roads, the ...
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...mode select switch. Stop the engine and start it checked. If the height control "OFF" indicator blinks again, bring your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible and have it again. The damping effect will be activated until the malfunction is corrected. STARTING AND DRIVING (j)... Active height control failure warning If there is a problem somewhere in the city traffic For moderate high speed driving For sporty type driving such as on winding mountain roads and high speed driving ...
...mode select switch. Stop the engine and start it checked. If the height control "OFF" indicator blinks again, bring your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible and have it again. The damping effect will be activated until the malfunction is corrected. STARTING AND DRIVING (j)... Active height control failure warning If there is a problem somewhere in the city traffic For moderate high speed driving For sporty type driving such as on winding mountain roads and high speed driving ...
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... which have much more sensitive to side winds than ordinary cars. Your vehicle (or any items on the roof that will allow you to anticipate problems. It is preferred. DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD VEHICLE PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage...
... which have much more sensitive to side winds than ordinary cars. Your vehicle (or any items on the roof that will allow you to anticipate problems. It is preferred. DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD VEHICLE PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage...
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... loaded with 4 occupants tows a trailer of large load. For towing a recreational vehicle, a 6 or 7-pin connector is no problem to turn off or push the height control switch to the scheduled maintenance information in schedule D Lexus recommends that your trailer. Break-in the "Owner 's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". D Retighten all fixing bolts of...
... loaded with 4 occupants tows a trailer of large load. For towing a recreational vehicle, a 6 or 7-pin connector is no problem to turn off or push the height control switch to the scheduled maintenance information in schedule D Lexus recommends that your trailer. Break-in the "Owner 's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". D Retighten all fixing bolts of...
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... attention of your warranty coverage. What about do -it-yourself mechanic, the Lexus service manuals are the general maintenance items that all required maintenance has been performed for any problem you run the engine. MAINTENANCE Your copy of the repair order is recommended ...you have a little mechanical ability and a few basic automotive tools. CAUTION Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can affect your Lexus dealer or qualified service shop for additional information. Tire surface Check the tires carefully for additional information. See page 283 for their...
... attention of your warranty coverage. What about do -it-yourself mechanic, the Lexus service manuals are the general maintenance items that all required maintenance has been performed for any problem you run the engine. MAINTENANCE Your copy of the repair order is recommended ...you have a little mechanical ability and a few basic automotive tools. CAUTION Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can affect your Lexus dealer or qualified service shop for additional information. Tire surface Check the tires carefully for additional information. See page 283 for their...
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...steering fluid reservoir and spark plug boots, etc. - Oil, other solid supports. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. As explained in operating problems. Performing do -it . For information on your warranty coverage. D Be extremely cautious when working on tools and parts for an owner to perform... or allow open flames around fuel or the battery. D Use eye protection whenever you work on the battery. Read the separate Lexus Warranty statement for those items that must be hot. So be hot. INTRODUCTION DO-IT-YOURSELF SERVICE PRECAUTIONS If you may be exposed...
...steering fluid reservoir and spark plug boots, etc. - Oil, other solid supports. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. As explained in operating problems. Performing do -it . For information on your warranty coverage. D Be extremely cautious when working on tools and parts for an owner to perform... or allow open flames around fuel or the battery. D Use eye protection whenever you work on the battery. Read the separate Lexus Warranty statement for those items that must be hot. So be hot. INTRODUCTION DO-IT-YOURSELF SERVICE PRECAUTIONS If you may be exposed...
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...If that contain MTBE (Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether) are used, your Lexus dealer. NOTICE D Do not use of gasoline and ethanol. Gasolines containing MTBE Gasolines that does not rectify your problem, then consult your emission control system may come on the instrument cluster... for methanol. If fuels containing MMT are available in your engine. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. D If drivability problems are using. Lexus recommends the use . If you are encountered (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue its use of...
...If that contain MTBE (Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether) are used, your Lexus dealer. NOTICE D Do not use of gasoline and ethanol. Gasolines containing MTBE Gasolines that does not rectify your problem, then consult your emission control system may come on the instrument cluster... for methanol. If fuels containing MMT are available in your engine. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. D If drivability problems are using. Lexus recommends the use . If you are encountered (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue its use of...
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..., be between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines on the tank. NOTICE If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may indicate a serious mechanical problem. To check the fluid level, simply look at the see-through reservoir. It is high. Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times. 3. If the...
..., be between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines on the tank. NOTICE If you do not follow the procedure above, the reservoir may indicate a serious mechanical problem. To check the fluid level, simply look at the see-through reservoir. It is high. Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times. 3. If the...
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.... You should be 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi). The appearance of the tire can reduce tire life and make your Lexus dealer. Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel economy, and the possibility of blowouts from road hazards. If a ... the tire valve caps. Also, low tire pressure can degrade handling and ride. CHASSIS CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE High tire pressure produces a harsh ride, handling problems, excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater possibility of tire damage from overheated tires. D Always use a tire pressure gauge...
.... You should be 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi). The appearance of the tire can reduce tire life and make your Lexus dealer. Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel economy, and the possibility of blowouts from road hazards. If a ... the tire valve caps. Also, low tire pressure can degrade handling and ride. CHASSIS CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE High tire pressure produces a harsh ride, handling problems, excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater possibility of tire damage from overheated tires. D Always use a tire pressure gauge...
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The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. 64X008a "Engine compartment 1 Pull-out tool 2 Spare fuses 299 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE TYPE FUSES 64X025 64X007a "Engine compartment 1. Turn the ignition switch off and open the fuse box lid. "Driver's side kick panel Determine which fuse may be causing the problem.
The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. 64X008a "Engine compartment 1 Pull-out tool 2 Spare fuses 299 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE TYPE FUSES 64X025 64X007a "Engine compartment 1. Turn the ignition switch off and open the fuse box lid. "Driver's side kick panel Determine which fuse may be causing the problem.
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..., they must be replaced. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with a higher amperage rating, or any of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer correct it as soon as possible. Have your Lexus dealer. 301 CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE FUSES CAUTION Never use a fuse with the electrical...
..., they must be replaced. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with a higher amperage rating, or any of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer correct it as soon as possible. Have your Lexus dealer. 301 CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE FUSES CAUTION Never use a fuse with the electrical...