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... ...44 Automatic air conditioning controls ...177 Car audio ...186 Parking brake lever ...215 Driving pattern selector switch ...220 Seat heater switches ...45 Ashtray ...69 Automatic transmission selector lever ...217 Cup holder ...76 Cup holder ...76 Glovebox ...72 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
... ...44 Automatic air conditioning controls ...177 Car audio ...186 Parking brake lever ...215 Driving pattern selector switch ...220 Seat heater switches ...45 Ashtray ...69 Automatic transmission selector lever ...217 Cup holder ...76 Cup holder ...76 Glovebox ...72 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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... ...44 Automatic air conditioning controls ...177 Car audio ...186 Parking brake lever ...215 Driving pattern selector switch ...232 Seat heater switches ...45 Ashtray ...69 Automatic transmission selector lever ...229 Cup holder ...76 Cup holder ...76 Glovebox ...72 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. x
... ...44 Automatic air conditioning controls ...177 Car audio ...186 Parking brake lever ...215 Driving pattern selector switch ...232 Seat heater switches ...45 Ashtray ...69 Automatic transmission selector lever ...229 Cup holder ...76 Cup holder ...76 Glovebox ...72 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. x
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... Page 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Turn signal indicator light ...37 Headlight high beam indicator light ...35 Headlight indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...217 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...50 Tachometer ...51 Clock ...69 Cruise information display ...60 Snow mode indicator light ...241 Power mode indicator light...
... Page 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Turn signal indicator light ...37 Headlight high beam indicator light ...35 Headlight indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...217 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...50 Tachometer ...51 Clock ...69 Cruise information display ...60 Snow mode indicator light ...241 Power mode indicator light...
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... Page 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Turn signal indicator light ...37 Headlight high beam indicator light ...35 Headlight indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...229 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...50 Tachometer ...51 Clock ...69 Cruise information display ...60 Snow mode indicator light ...241 Power mode indicator light...
... Page 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Turn signal indicator light ...37 Headlight high beam indicator light ...35 Headlight indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...229 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...50 Tachometer ...51 Clock ...69 Cruise information display ...60 Snow mode indicator light ...241 Power mode indicator light...
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BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...2 Steering wheel (Power type) ...2 Steering wheel (Manual type) ...3 Automatic transmission (SC400) ...4 Automatic transmission (SC300) ...6 Headlight and turn signal switch ...8 Wiper switch ...9 1
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...2 Steering wheel (Power type) ...2 Steering wheel (Manual type) ...3 Automatic transmission (SC400) ...4 Automatic transmission (SC300) ...6 Headlight and turn signal switch ...8 Wiper switch ...9 1
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC400) OPERATION LEVER OF SELECTOR SELECTOR LEVER POSITION K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 4 QUICK REFERENCE 4. BASIC OPERATION -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC400) OPERATION LEVER OF SELECTOR SELECTOR LEVER POSITION K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 4 QUICK REFERENCE 4. BASIC OPERATION -
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QUICK REFERENCE 5. BASIC OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC300) OPERATION LEVER OF SELECTOR SELECTOR LEVER POSITION K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 6
QUICK REFERENCE 5. BASIC OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC300) OPERATION LEVER OF SELECTOR SELECTOR LEVER POSITION K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 6
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...oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the oil level dipstick. (g) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off after a hard... Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in case "c.", have your vehicle checked by your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. even for one block. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is completely empty. ...
...oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the oil level dipstick. (g) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off after a hard... Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in case "c.", have your vehicle checked by your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. even for one block. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is completely empty. ...
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Three-way catalytic converter ...208 Engine exhaust caution ...211 Before starting the engine ...212 Ignition switch with steering lock ...212 Parking brake ...215 How to start the engine ...216 Automatic transmission (SC400) ...217 Automatic transmission (SC300) ...229 Electronic throttle control system ...241 Cruise control ...242 Traction control system ...246 Brake system ... 3- 1 207
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Three-way catalytic converter ...208 Engine exhaust caution ...211 Before starting the engine ...212 Ignition switch with steering lock ...212 Parking brake ...215 How to start the engine ...216 Automatic transmission (SC400) ...217 Automatic transmission (SC300) ...229 Electronic throttle control system ...241 Cruise control ...242 Traction control system ...246 Brake system ... 3- 1 207
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... off and the steering wheel is automatically set. To turn the key from "ACC" to "ACC". 214 If, in an emergency, you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. Once you must turn the key only to the "LOCK...
... off and the steering wheel is automatically set. To turn the key from "ACC" to "ACC". 214 If, in an emergency, you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. Once you must turn the key only to the "LOCK...
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This means you can only shift out of incorrect operation. STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC400) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in "ON" position. (K) 217
This means you can only shift out of incorrect operation. STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SC400) Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in "ON" position. (K) 217
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... from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 245. 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position...
... from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 245. 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position...
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Start the engine as instructed in "How to "START". 219 The engine will not start in "P" or "N". The transmission must be in any drive position even if the ignition key is turned to start the engine" on page 216. STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving 1.
Start the engine as instructed in "How to "START". 219 The engine will not start in "P" or "N". The transmission must be in any drive position even if the ignition key is turned to start the engine" on page 216. STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving 1.
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Set the driving pattern selector switch to improve fuel economy. 3. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "Snow" mode to suit your driving condition. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you use the "Power" position. In the "Power" position, the "ECT PWR" light in the... "Normal" position to the "Normal" position. For more responsively than in the "Normal" position. For "Snow" mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on and the transmission is on page 241. 220 STARTING AND DRIVING 2.
Set the driving pattern selector switch to improve fuel economy. 3. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "Snow" mode to suit your driving condition. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you use the "Power" position. In the "Power" position, the "ECT PWR" light in the... "Normal" position to the "Normal" position. For more responsively than in the "Normal" position. For "Snow" mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on and the transmission is on page 241. 220 STARTING AND DRIVING 2.
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However, while the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear even in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear is possible. STARTING AND DRIVING 4. Only in the "D" position. (See "(b) Using engine braking" and "(f) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) CAUTION Never put your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 221 Always use the "D" position to "D".
However, while the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear even in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear is possible. STARTING AND DRIVING 4. Only in the "D" position. (See "(b) Using engine braking" and "(f) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) CAUTION Never put your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 221 Always use the "D" position to "D".
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... the next lower gear or beyond, depending on the vehicle speed. This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to the full throttle position. STARTING AND DRIVING 5. In "4" position, the automatic transmission system will start in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking 222 Depress the accelerator pedal...
... the next lower gear or beyond, depending on the vehicle speed. This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to the full throttle position. STARTING AND DRIVING 5. In "4" position, the automatic transmission system will start in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking 222 Depress the accelerator pedal...
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...becomes lower than 18 km/h (11 mph) and maximum engine braking will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to "4", engine braking will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to spin or skid. 223 The transmission will downshift to the third gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 149 ...km/h (93 mph) and more powerful engine braking than that of the engine, downshift the transmission in engine speed could cause the vehicle to the second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 97 km/h (61 mph) ...
...becomes lower than 18 km/h (11 mph) and maximum engine braking will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to "4", engine braking will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to spin or skid. 223 The transmission will downshift to the third gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 149 ...km/h (93 mph) and more powerful engine braking than that of the engine, downshift the transmission in engine speed could cause the vehicle to the second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 97 km/h (61 mph) ...
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... from going into the red zone. Watch the tachometer to overrev the engine. With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for your reference: "3" ...153 km/h "2" ...100 km/h "L" ...65 km/h (96 mph) (63 mph) (41 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard ...
... from going into the red zone. Watch the tachometer to overrev the engine. With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for your reference: "3" ...153 km/h "2" ...100 km/h "L" ...65 km/h (96 mph) (63 mph) (41 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard ...
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...it becomes un-stuck, causing injury or damage to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. This can cause the transmission to the "D" position after climbing the slope. The selector lever must be in order to the "4" position. Always use overdrive. ... not attempt this procedure if people or objects are anywhere near the vehicle. STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly upshifts and downshifts between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to maintain efficient engine braking...
...it becomes un-stuck, causing injury or damage to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. This can cause the transmission to the "D" position after climbing the slope. The selector lever must be in order to the "4" position. Always use overdrive. ... not attempt this procedure if people or objects are anywhere near the vehicle. STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly upshifts and downshifts between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to maintain efficient engine braking...
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... or reverse gear. D If your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other ways such as towing. (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 306. 228 D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the ...selector lever or before the transmission is depressed, use the shift lock override button. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE If you ...
... or reverse gear. D If your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other ways such as towing. (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 306. 228 D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the ...selector lever or before the transmission is depressed, use the shift lock override button. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE If you ...