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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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... away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running out of unburned gases flowing into the three-way catalytic converter may cause it to misfire, creating an excessive load on the three-way catalytic converter. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: D Use only unleaded gasoline. "GS300 D Do ... engine to overheat and create a fire hazard. It looks somewhat like a muffler, but its purpose is very hot. STARTING AND DRIVING THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER Three-way catalytic converters are emission control devices installed in the exhaust gas.
... away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running out of unburned gases flowing into the three-way catalytic converter may cause it to misfire, creating an excessive load on the three-way catalytic converter. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: D Use only unleaded gasoline. "GS300 D Do ... engine to overheat and create a fire hazard. It looks somewhat like a muffler, but its purpose is very hot. STARTING AND DRIVING THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER Three-way catalytic converters are emission control devices installed in the exhaust gas.
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...loose connections. D Keep your engine in the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three-way catalytic converter temperature. D Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in a...required by the Lexus Maintenance Schedule. D Do not push-start or pull-start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle. It can cause unconsciousness or even death. D Do not remain for a check-up as soon as possible. D To ensure that the three-way catalytic converter and the entire...
...loose connections. D Keep your engine in the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three-way catalytic converter temperature. D Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in a...required by the Lexus Maintenance Schedule. D Do not push-start or pull-start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle. It can cause unconsciousness or even death. D Do not remain for a check-up as soon as possible. D To ensure that the three-way catalytic converter and the entire...
Owners Manual
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... not crank for further instructions. 2. If the engine does not start , your foot off the accelerator pedal. Also the three-way catalytic converter may be flooded because of repeated cranking. Call a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Customer Service Assistance. (See "Foreword".) (b) Starting a flooded engine If the engine will not start , it needs adjustment...
... not crank for further instructions. 2. If the engine does not start , your foot off the accelerator pedal. Also the three-way catalytic converter may be flooded because of repeated cranking. Call a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Customer Service Assistance. (See "Foreword".) (b) Starting a flooded engine If the engine will not start , it needs adjustment...
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... U.S., category 3 has been adopted. However, if such premium type cannot be applied world wide. and CGSB 3.5-M93 in the U.S. Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid build-up hills. contains detergent additives to be obtained, you may temporarily use...that is no cause for optimum engine performance. Octane rating Select premium unleaded gasoline with leaded gas will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to engine damage. Use of leaded gasoline will not. ENGINE FUEL Fuel...
... U.S., category 3 has been adopted. However, if such premium type cannot be applied world wide. and CGSB 3.5-M93 in the U.S. Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid build-up hills. contains detergent additives to be obtained, you may temporarily use...that is no cause for optimum engine performance. Octane rating Select premium unleaded gasoline with leaded gas will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to engine damage. Use of leaded gasoline will not. ENGINE FUEL Fuel...
User Guide 1
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FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y Catalyst System ⅷ ⅷ Ignition System ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ Catalytic converter and protector (8/80) Constricted fuel filler neck Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe (manifold to catalyst and/or catalyst to catalyst) Charcoal canister Fuel filler cap Fuel ...
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y Catalyst System ⅷ ⅷ Ignition System ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ Catalytic converter and protector (8/80) Constricted fuel filler neck Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe (manifold to catalyst and/or catalyst to catalyst) Charcoal canister Fuel filler cap Fuel ...
User Guide 1
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...related assemblies. Also included may include parts such as the fuel injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter and engine computer. Note: Under the terms of the Basic Warranty, Lexus provides coverage of your 2002 vehicle. CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y YOUR WARRANTY ...RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Lexus are listed on pages 23-24. This is your ...
...related assemblies. Also included may include parts such as the fuel injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter and engine computer. Note: Under the terms of the Basic Warranty, Lexus provides coverage of your 2002 vehicle. CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y YOUR WARRANTY ...RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Lexus are listed on pages 23-24. This is your ...
User Guide 1
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... Charcoal Charcoal canister canister on on GS GS 300 300 and and GS GS 430 430 Fuel tank Fuel tank Knock sensor on ES 300 and GS 430 Ignition System ⅷ Engine control computer (engine control module) Injector on GS 300, GS 430 and LS 430 Throttle body Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst) Exhaust...
... Charcoal Charcoal canister canister on on GS GS 300 300 and and GS GS 430 430 Fuel tank Fuel tank Knock sensor on ES 300 and GS 430 Ignition System ⅷ Engine control computer (engine control module) Injector on GS 300, GS 430 and LS 430 Throttle body Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst) Exhaust...