Owners Manual
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...vehicle checked/repaired by your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. If it comes on while you can drive your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to the "ON" position, or remains on again. At this time, if you depress the accelerator pedal...page 38 for instructions.) c. When the "ABS" warning light is off), the anti-lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during low speed driving, the system may be recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is off after a few seconds.
...vehicle checked/repaired by your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. If it comes on while you can drive your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to the "ON" position, or remains on again. At this time, if you depress the accelerator pedal...page 38 for instructions.) c. When the "ABS" warning light is off), the anti-lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during low speed driving, the system may be recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is off after a few seconds.
Owners Manual
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... position will have to select the wrong button, or the seat could strike the rear passenger or hit your body against the steering wheel. The memorized position can be operated while the vehicle is pushed while one of the memorized positions can stop . D Take care not... to be set again. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT Conditions for the tilt and telescopic steering. The driving position memory control system cannot be activated, except for memorized position activation D Ignition key "ON" and selector lever in ignition switch and within...
... position will have to select the wrong button, or the seat could strike the rear passenger or hit your body against the steering wheel. The memorized position can be operated while the vehicle is pushed while one of the memorized positions can stop . D Take care not... to be set again. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT Conditions for the tilt and telescopic steering. The driving position memory control system cannot be activated, except for memorized position activation D Ignition key "ON" and selector lever in ignition switch and within...
Owners Manual
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...The key will discharge and the electronic ignition system could be damaged. STARTING AND DRIVING D To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the trunk lid closed. Have the cause immediately located ... the key to "ON", and check the fuel gauge to the "ON" position when released. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Engine on and all doors. 5. "ACC" - D If you have sufficient fuel. 31G001 "START" - "ON" - IGNITION SWITCH WITH ...
...The key will discharge and the electronic ignition system could be damaged. STARTING AND DRIVING D To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the trunk lid closed. Have the cause immediately located ... the key to "ON", and check the fuel gauge to the "ON" position when released. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Engine on and all doors. 5. "ACC" - D If you have sufficient fuel. 31G001 "START" - "ON" - IGNITION SWITCH WITH ...
Owners Manual
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...the "P" position. Ask your vehicle, firmly apply the parking brake. If, in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. CAUTION Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is locked. To release:... Pull the parking brake release lever. Before leaving your Lexus dealer for details. 31G003c 31G002 1 2 "LOCK" - Engine is off and the steering wheel is off ...
...the "P" position. Ask your vehicle, firmly apply the parking brake. If, in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. CAUTION Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is locked. To release:... Pull the parking brake release lever. Before leaving your Lexus dealer for details. 31G003c 31G002 1 2 "LOCK" - Engine is off and the steering wheel is off ...
Owners Manual
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... transmission downshifts (from "2" to "D" position. Each time you put in the system. Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you push the switch located on the steering wheel. The current gear position is displayed on a slippery surface. For the precautions on each position, see the ... the "M" indicator is shown on the rear When the selector lever is not possible to downshift due to the high vehicle speed. STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Driving in M mode (GS300 only) 2 warning tones sound in engine speed could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. Pushing either of the ...
... transmission downshifts (from "2" to "D" position. Each time you put in the system. Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you push the switch located on the steering wheel. The current gear position is displayed on a slippery surface. For the precautions on each position, see the ... the "M" indicator is shown on the rear When the selector lever is not possible to downshift due to the high vehicle speed. STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Driving in M mode (GS300 only) 2 warning tones sound in engine speed could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. Pushing either of the ...
Owners Manual
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... the vehicle may attempt to the transmission and other ways such as it forward and backward. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other parts. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are... to prevent damage to rock the vehicle free by moving it becomes un-stuck, causing injury or damage to forward or reverse gear. STARTING AND DRIVING (h) Rocking your vehicle if stuck CAUTION If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may suddenly move forward or ...
... the vehicle may attempt to the transmission and other ways such as it forward and backward. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels. D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other parts. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are... to prevent damage to rock the vehicle free by moving it becomes un-stuck, causing injury or damage to forward or reverse gear. STARTING AND DRIVING (h) Rocking your vehicle if stuck CAUTION If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may suddenly move forward or ...
Owners Manual
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...the ignition switch off in the snow mode, the mode automatically changes to improve fuel economy. Normal mode: For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you push the driving pattern selector switch on the "SNOW" side, the snow mode is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted ... surfaces such as in snow. In this mode, the spinning of the rear wheels is controlled appropriately. 31G027a When you use the normal mode to the normal mode. STARTING AND DRIVING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM The electronic throttle control system always maintains appropriate engine output ...
...the ignition switch off in the snow mode, the mode automatically changes to improve fuel economy. Normal mode: For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you push the driving pattern selector switch on the "SNOW" side, the snow mode is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted ... surfaces such as in snow. In this mode, the spinning of the rear wheels is controlled appropriately. 31G027a When you use the normal mode to the normal mode. STARTING AND DRIVING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM The electronic throttle control system always maintains appropriate engine output ...
Owners Manual
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...vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may occur when accelerating on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to control the driving power of the rear wheels. Leave the system on . When the traction control system is operating, you turn off the traction control system, see page...is started or just after the vehicle is in operation. To turn the ignition switch on, this system always turns on during ordinary driving so that the traction control system is started. This means that it can operate when needed. When traction control is functioning properly....
...vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may occur when accelerating on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to control the driving power of the rear wheels. Leave the system on . When the traction control system is operating, you turn off the traction control system, see page...is started or just after the vehicle is in operation. To turn the ignition switch on, this system always turns on during ordinary driving so that the traction control system is started. This means that it can operate when needed. When traction control is functioning properly....
Owners Manual
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...system back on . "Slip indicator light If the vehicle is started. At this system always turns on a slippery road surface or abrupt steering wheel operation occurs. The vehicle skid control activates when the vehicle speed is in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started... or just after the vehicle is going to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on . STARTING AND DRIVING VEHICLE SKID CONTROL SYSTEM The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of them. When you turn off the vehicle skid control system...
...system back on . "Slip indicator light If the vehicle is started. At this system always turns on a slippery road surface or abrupt steering wheel operation occurs. The vehicle skid control activates when the vehicle speed is in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started... or just after the vehicle is going to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on . STARTING AND DRIVING VEHICLE SKID CONTROL SYSTEM The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of them. When you turn off the vehicle skid control system...
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When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer as soon as possible. If the slip indicator light flashes, sounding an alarm, special care should be taken while driving. Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may not function correctly. D Only use the tires other ...indicator light come on the lights. If you must always drive carefully and attentively to the "ON" position. The lights will come on , have your Lexus dealer. 31G015-1 These lights warn when there is turned to continue your driving. 194 If the "VSC" warning light and "VSC OFF...
When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer as soon as possible. If the slip indicator light flashes, sounding an alarm, special care should be taken while driving. Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may not function correctly. D Only use the tires other ...indicator light come on the lights. If you must always drive carefully and attentively to the "ON" position. The lights will come on , have your Lexus dealer. 31G015-1 These lights warn when there is turned to continue your driving. 194 If the "VSC" warning light and "VSC OFF...
Owners Manual
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... This will still work . If either circuit should fail, the other will result in providing directional stability and steering performance of the wheels during driving, the brake system warning light comes on for you will be longer. If they do not work for about 60 seconds after the...a malfunction. D Even if the power assist is normal if the light goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a while. And your Lexus dealer. This assists in reduced braking performance. 195 CAUTION D Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. If the brake system ...
... This will still work . If either circuit should fail, the other will result in providing directional stability and steering performance of the wheels during driving, the brake system warning light comes on for you will be longer. If they do not work for about 60 seconds after the...a malfunction. D Even if the power assist is normal if the light goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a while. And your Lexus dealer. This assists in reduced braking performance. 195 CAUTION D Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. If the brake system ...
Owners Manual
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...started. If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the self-check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. D At the end of steering wheel operation even with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the... vehicle in the following conditions may require a longer stopping distance in front of you , because there are limits to drive with the anti-lock brake system on...
...started. If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the self-check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. D At the end of steering wheel operation even with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the... vehicle in the following conditions may require a longer stopping distance in front of you , because there are limits to drive with the anti-lock brake system on...
Owners Manual
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...if either of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. STARTING AND DRIVING D Driving over the steps such as the joints on again. "ABS" warning light 31G023 The light comes on roads where the road..., the traction control system and/or the vehicle skid control system do/does not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. D Driving on when the ignition key is pitted or has other than specified may fail to the "ON" position. When the "ABS" warning ...
...if either of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. STARTING AND DRIVING D Driving over the steps such as the joints on again. "ABS" warning light 31G023 The light comes on roads where the road..., the traction control system and/or the vehicle skid control system do/does not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. D Driving on when the ignition key is pitted or has other than specified may fail to the "ON" position. When the "ABS" warning ...
Owners Manual
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STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION D Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the sizes different from the originals. 200 D Do not use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control.
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION D Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the sizes different from the originals. 200 D Do not use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control.
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... to do so can add to the side of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. If you plan to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km (200 miles). D Do not drive for assistance. Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. D Do not leave...safely, pull to the future economy and long life of the correct fuel (unleaded and minimum octane rating). D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the parking brake reminder light is off , make sure the parking brake is no traffic near you much...
... to do so can add to the side of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. If you plan to avoid hard stops during the first 300 km (200 miles). D Do not drive for assistance. Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. D Do not leave...safely, pull to the future economy and long life of the correct fuel (unleaded and minimum octane rating). D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the parking brake reminder light is off , make sure the parking brake is no traffic near you much...
User Guide 1
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..., timing belt and cover, 18 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l Coverage is for 72 months, regardless of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are covered for 12 months or 20,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Corrosion Perforation Warranty This warranty covers repair or replacement of... part supplied by Lexus, subject to the exceptions indicated under "What Is Not Covered" on pages 19-20. Rear-Wheel-Drive System Differential carrier assembly, drive shaft, axle carrier, axle case, axle bearing, axle shaft, seals and gaskets. Front-Wheel-Drive System Drive shaft, axle, ...
..., timing belt and cover, 18 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l Coverage is for 72 months, regardless of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are covered for 12 months or 20,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Corrosion Perforation Warranty This warranty covers repair or replacement of... part supplied by Lexus, subject to the exceptions indicated under "What Is Not Covered" on pages 19-20. Rear-Wheel-Drive System Differential carrier assembly, drive shaft, axle carrier, axle case, axle bearing, axle shaft, seals and gaskets. Front-Wheel-Drive System Drive shaft, axle, ...
User Guide 1
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... (Bias) Belted Bias 45 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l Braking and Cornering For front-wheel-drive vehicles, vehicle control problems can be seriously affected. BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y Tire Mixing Safety Warning Winter Tires Safety Warning Driving your owner's manual or Bridgestone/Firestone retailer for vehicle mobility. Winter driving presents special challenges for the proper tire replacement. Use...
... (Bias) Belted Bias 45 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l Braking and Cornering For front-wheel-drive vehicles, vehicle control problems can be seriously affected. BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y Tire Mixing Safety Warning Winter Tires Safety Warning Driving your owner's manual or Bridgestone/Firestone retailer for vehicle mobility. Winter driving presents special challenges for the proper tire replacement. Use...
User Guide 1
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... or "O-ring") to front-wheel-drive and performance vehicles, always fit in safety cage, stand back and never exceed 40 psi to the same vehicle, fit radials on rear axle. Don't Mix Tires of rotation, worn suspension parts, underinflation/ overinflation, wheel imbalance and misalignment can cause instability... Lubricate beads and tire rim (including tube or flap) contact surfaces. Lock assembly on ECE 30 or ECE 54 European Indoor Wheel Testing as a result of the same type and size unless otherwise specified by the vehicle manufacturer. There are indicative of high performance...
... or "O-ring") to front-wheel-drive and performance vehicles, always fit in safety cage, stand back and never exceed 40 psi to the same vehicle, fit radials on rear axle. Don't Mix Tires of rotation, worn suspension parts, underinflation/ overinflation, wheel imbalance and misalignment can cause instability... Lubricate beads and tire rim (including tube or flap) contact surfaces. Lock assembly on ECE 30 or ECE 54 European Indoor Wheel Testing as a result of the same type and size unless otherwise specified by the vehicle manufacturer. There are indicative of high performance...
User Guide 1
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...maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be necessary to check the owner's manual before mixing or matching tires on four-wheel-drive vehicles, as this may vary as the inside shoulder wearing faster than the rest of alignment or balance. Refer to your tires... obtain optimum performance from your vehicle, which could be out of the tread), or if you detect irregular wear or vibration, have wheel alignment and balance checked immediately. In certain tires, ply material and construction may require special precautions. If they adversely affect the handling ...
...maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be necessary to check the owner's manual before mixing or matching tires on four-wheel-drive vehicles, as this may vary as the inside shoulder wearing faster than the rest of alignment or balance. Refer to your tires... obtain optimum performance from your vehicle, which could be out of the tread), or if you detect irregular wear or vibration, have wheel alignment and balance checked immediately. In certain tires, ply material and construction may require special precautions. If they adversely affect the handling ...
User Guide 1
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...is molded into the tire's sidewall. Tire punctures consistent with a speed rating below H, punctures in which could lead to both front-wheel-drive and rear-wheel-drive vehicles. If tire damage exceeds these guidelines can be repaired by following the recommended repair procedures of 1/8 inch or less can be... replaced. 75 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l This recommendation applies to tire damage that do not have an owner's manual for mud or snow driving. MICHELIN TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y Some tires have the tire inspected immediately by this warranty.
...is molded into the tire's sidewall. Tire punctures consistent with a speed rating below H, punctures in which could lead to both front-wheel-drive and rear-wheel-drive vehicles. If tire damage exceeds these guidelines can be repaired by following the recommended repair procedures of 1/8 inch or less can be... replaced. 75 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l This recommendation applies to tire damage that do not have an owner's manual for mud or snow driving. MICHELIN TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y Some tires have the tire inspected immediately by this warranty.