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Replace Wiper Blades 67 Information Items Replace Engine Coolant Scheduled Maintenance Replace Brake Fluid Oil Change Replace Automatic Transmission Fluid Replace Oil Filter Replace Air Conditioning Filter Rotate Tires Replace Air Cleaner Filter Replace Tires Wedding Anniversary Replace Battery Birthday Replace Brake Pad INFORMATION D ...
Replace Wiper Blades 67 Information Items Replace Engine Coolant Scheduled Maintenance Replace Brake Fluid Oil Change Replace Automatic Transmission Fluid Replace Oil Filter Replace Air Conditioning Filter Rotate Tires Replace Air Cleaner Filter Replace Tires Wedding Anniversary Replace Battery Birthday Replace Brake Pad INFORMATION D ...
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..., 0.7 bar, 10 psi) GS300: P215/60R16 94V 90kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 0.9 bar, 13 psi) 225/55R16 94V 80kPa (0.9 kgf/cm2, 0.8 bar, 12 psi) D Automatic transmission: Fluid type - Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 260 or 263 for detailed information. D Fuel tank capacity: 75 L (19.8 gal., 16.5 lmp.gal.) D Engine oil: API SJ...
..., 0.7 bar, 10 psi) GS300: P215/60R16 94V 90kPa (1.0 kgf/cm2, 0.9 bar, 13 psi) 225/55R16 94V 80kPa (0.9 kgf/cm2, 0.8 bar, 12 psi) D Automatic transmission: Fluid type - Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 260 or 263 for detailed information. D Fuel tank capacity: 75 L (19.8 gal., 16.5 lmp.gal.) D Engine oil: API SJ...
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... flasher switch ...35 Ashtray ...55 Cup holders ...60 Vehicle skid control system OFF switch ...193 Seat heater switches ...35 Driving pattern selector switch ...179 Automatic transmission selector lever ...179 Ignition switch ...176 Cruise control switch ...189 Steering pad switch ...166 Parking brake release lever ...177 Hood lock release lever ...66 Trunk...
... flasher switch ...35 Ashtray ...55 Cup holders ...60 Vehicle skid control system OFF switch ...193 Seat heater switches ...35 Driving pattern selector switch ...179 Automatic transmission selector lever ...179 Ignition switch ...176 Cruise control switch ...189 Steering pad switch ...166 Parking brake release lever ...177 Hood lock release lever ...66 Trunk...
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... 14 15 Page 16 17 18 19 Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Headlight indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam indicator...
... 14 15 Page 16 17 18 19 Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Headlight indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam indicator...
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... Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Shift position indicator for manual control ...183 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Headlight indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam indicator...
... Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Shift position indicator for manual control ...183 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Headlight indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam indicator...
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... 14 15 Page 16 17 18 19 Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Tail light indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam...
... 14 15 Page 16 17 18 19 Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Tail light indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam...
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... Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Shift position indicator for manual control ...183 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Tail light indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam...
... Tachometer ...40 Turn signal indicator light ...26 Shift position indicator for manual control ...183 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...39 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...179 Fuel gauge ...38 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...40 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Tail light indicator light ...24 Headlight high beam...
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BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission (GS430) ...Automatic transmission (GS300) ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Wiper switch ...2 2 3 4 5 6 1
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission (GS430) ...Automatic transmission (GS300) ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Wiper switch ...2 2 3 4 5 6 1
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... enabled because the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 3 BG007b BASIC OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (GS430) OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BG018a SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 4: Engine braking* 3, 2: Stronger...
... enabled because the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 3 BG007b BASIC OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (GS430) OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BG018a SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 4: Engine braking* 3, 2: Stronger...
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... the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 4 BG020b BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION(GS300) OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BG023 SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) M: Manual shifting up...
... the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 4 BG020b BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION(GS300) OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BG023 SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) M: Manual shifting up...
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...on while you are driving. 46 At this time, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you are driving in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap..." on in your vehicle at low speeds. If it comes on while you can drive your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. The fuel tank cap is turned to the "ON" position. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (h)...
...on while you are driving. 46 At this time, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you are driving in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap..." on in your vehicle at low speeds. If it comes on while you can drive your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. The fuel tank cap is turned to the "ON" position. GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (h)...
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 174 175 176 176 177 178 179 188 189 192 193 195 199 199 Three-way catalytic converter ...Engine exhaust caution ...Before starting the engine ...Ignition switch with steering lock ...Parking brake ...How to start the engine ...Automatic transmission ...Electronic throttle control system ...Cruise control ...Traction control system ...Vehicle skid control system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ... 173
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 174 175 176 176 177 178 179 188 189 192 193 195 199 199 Three-way catalytic converter ...Engine exhaust caution ...Before starting the engine ...Ignition switch with steering lock ...Parking brake ...How to start the engine ...Automatic transmission ...Electronic throttle control system ...Cruise control ...Traction control system ...Vehicle skid control system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ... 173
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Engine is off . Before leaving your Lexus dealer for details. 31G003c 31G002 1 2 "LOCK" - CAUTION Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is ... in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, a buzzer will remind you to "ACC". 177 To set . Once you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at...
Engine is off . Before leaving your Lexus dealer for details. 31G003c 31G002 1 2 "LOCK" - CAUTION Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is ... in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, a buzzer will remind you to "ACC". 177 To set . Once you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at...
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... means you downshift from "D" to "4", engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is displayed on the instrument cluster. STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking 31G029b 179
... means you downshift from "D" to "4", engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is displayed on the instrument cluster. STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking 31G029b 179
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For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Driving in M mode (GS300 only) (c) Using engine braking (d) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions (e) Backing up or downshifting When ...
For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Driving in M mode (GS300 only) (c) Using engine braking (d) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions (e) Backing up or downshifting When ...
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... AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving 31G027-1 31G030c " 1 Power position 3 Snow position " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. The transmission must be in the instrument cluster is on and the transmission is turned to the "Normal" position. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "Snow" mode to suit your driving condition. For...
... AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving 31G027-1 31G030c " 1 Power position 3 Snow position " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. The transmission must be in the instrument cluster is on and the transmission is turned to the "Normal" position. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "Snow" mode to suit your driving condition. For...
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...to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. When the lever is low, the transmission will select the most suitable gear. In normal cruising, the vehicle will start in "4" position, the automatic transmission system will not shift into the overdrive gear is needed, such as hill... climbing, hard towing, etc. This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to obtain the suitable driving power and engine braking. STARTING AND DRIVING 5. Always use the "D" position to the full throttle position...
...to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. When the lever is low, the transmission will select the most suitable gear. In normal cruising, the vehicle will start in "4" position, the automatic transmission system will not shift into the overdrive gear is needed, such as hill... climbing, hard towing, etc. This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to obtain the suitable driving power and engine braking. STARTING AND DRIVING 5. Always use the "D" position to the full throttle position...
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... on the previous page. D You attempt to "D" position. Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you push the switch located on the front or rear of the steering wheel, the transmission upshifts to "4", "3" and then "2". The current gear position is displayed on the...AND DRIVING (b) Driving in M mode (GS300 only) 2 warning tones sound in the "M" position, the "M" indicator is shown on a slippery surface. The transmission works exactly in the same way as possible. When you put the selector lever in the "D" position. 2 Downshifting on the front, " 1 "M" position ...
... on the previous page. D You attempt to "D" position. Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you push the switch located on the front or rear of the steering wheel, the transmission upshifts to "4", "3" and then "2". The current gear position is displayed on the...AND DRIVING (b) Driving in M mode (GS300 only) 2 warning tones sound in the "M" position, the "M" indicator is shown on a slippery surface. The transmission works exactly in the same way as possible. When you put the selector lever in the "D" position. 2 Downshifting on the front, " 1 "M" position ...
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...becomes lower than the speed listed below and stronger engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. The transmission will downshift to fourth gear and engine braking will be enabled. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. The abrupt ... cruise control is being used, even if you need to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 2 Shift into the "2" position. The transmission will downshift to "4", engine braking will be enabled. Shift into the "4" position. If you downshift from "D" to third gear when the vehicle speed...
...becomes lower than the speed listed below and stronger engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. The transmission will downshift to fourth gear and engine braking will be enabled. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. The abrupt ... cruise control is being used, even if you need to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 191. 2 Shift into the "2" position. The transmission will downshift to "4", engine braking will be enabled. Shift into the "4" position. If you downshift from "D" to third gear when the vehicle speed...
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... previously. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from overheating. NOTICE Never shift into the red zone. This may cause severe automatic transmission damage from going into reverse while the vehicle is moving. Bring the vehicle to third or second gear. To prevent such damage,... "4" position should be used for your foot, shift the selector lever to over-rev the engine. With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for strong engine braking as with your reference: GS430 GS300 km/h (mph) km/h (mph) " 1 Brake pedal 2 "R" (Reverse...
... previously. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from overheating. NOTICE Never shift into the red zone. This may cause severe automatic transmission damage from going into reverse while the vehicle is moving. Bring the vehicle to third or second gear. To prevent such damage,... "4" position should be used for your foot, shift the selector lever to over-rev the engine. With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for strong engine braking as with your reference: GS430 GS300 km/h (mph) km/h (mph) " 1 Brake pedal 2 "R" (Reverse...