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... oil: API SJ, "Energy-Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. SAE 5W-30 if normal temperatures are permitted by law, add the tire pressure given below 38_C (100_F) Oil capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) Drain and refill GS430 GS300 with filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6) 5.4 (5.7, 4.8) without filter 4.9 (5.2,... components For checking the engine coolant, see page 255. Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 260 or 263 for detailed information. D Tire pressure: Tire size: GS430 - 225/55R16 94V or 235/45ZR17 GS300 - GS430: 70kPa (0.8 kgf/cm2, 0.7 bar, 10 psi) GS300: P215/...
... oil: API SJ, "Energy-Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. SAE 5W-30 if normal temperatures are permitted by law, add the tire pressure given below 38_C (100_F) Oil capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) Drain and refill GS430 GS300 with filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6) 5.4 (5.7, 4.8) without filter 4.9 (5.2,... components For checking the engine coolant, see page 255. Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 260 or 263 for detailed information. D Tire pressure: Tire size: GS430 - 225/55R16 94V or 235/45ZR17 GS300 - GS430: 70kPa (0.8 kgf/cm2, 0.7 bar, 10 psi) GS300: P215/...
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... the equipment is explained, including any points you should you fully understand the operation of your vehicle. Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you make sure you wish to . 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. iii This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. drive...section, and remember - SECTION 4 - Please read everything in the event of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. SECTION 6 - SECTION 2 - SECTION 1 - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The contents of this manual are ...
... the equipment is explained, including any points you should you fully understand the operation of your vehicle. Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you make sure you wish to . 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. iii This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. drive...section, and remember - SECTION 4 - Please read everything in the event of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. SECTION 6 - SECTION 2 - SECTION 1 - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The contents of this manual are ...
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xvi PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rear window defogger ...31 Trunk lid ...67 Moon roof ...70 Wiper and washer ...28, 290 Fuel filler door ...69 Outside rear view mirror ...80 Door ...19 Tire and wheel ...271 Headlights ...24, 296 Hood ...66 PG020d 8 9 10 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
xvi PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rear window defogger ...31 Trunk lid ...67 Moon roof ...70 Wiper and washer ...28, 290 Fuel filler door ...69 Outside rear view mirror ...80 Door ...19 Tire and wheel ...271 Headlights ...24, 296 Hood ...66 PG020d 8 9 10 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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D For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. 14G050 " 1 To loosen 2 To tighten CAUTION D Do not place anything on the tire pressure label. 64 In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants. Or they may move during sudden braking or in an accident. To loosen: ...
D For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. 14G050 " 1 To loosen 2 To tighten CAUTION D Do not place anything on the tire pressure label. 64 In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants. Or they may move during sudden braking or in an accident. To loosen: ...
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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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... which may occur when accelerating on . This means that it can operate when needed. In situations where the road surface is covered with snow tires or tire chains. STARTING AND DRIVING TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM The traction control system automatically helps control the spinning of the rear wheels which will help operate to...
... which may occur when accelerating on . This means that it can operate when needed. In situations where the road surface is covered with snow tires or tire chains. STARTING AND DRIVING TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM The traction control system automatically helps control the spinning of the rear wheels which will help operate to...
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...If you must always drive carefully and attentively to the "ON" position. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer. 31G015-1 These lights warn when there is operating, you use tires of specified size. It is turned to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will go out ...after about a few seconds. D Only use the tires other than specified, or different type...
...If you must always drive carefully and attentively to the "ON" position. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer. 31G015-1 These lights warn when there is operating, you use tires of specified size. It is turned to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will go out ...after about a few seconds. D Only use the tires other than specified, or different type...
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...the stopping distance: Always drive at the moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in the following conditions may occur. If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the bridge, etc. D Driving with the anti-lock... rain, the anti-lock brake system does not provide vehicle control. They do not indicate a malfunction of steering wheel operation even with tire chains installed. 196 CAUTION Do not overestimate the anti-lock brake system: Although the anti-lock brake system assists in providing vehicle control,...
...the stopping distance: Always drive at the moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in the following conditions may occur. If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the bridge, etc. D Driving with the anti-lock... rain, the anti-lock brake system does not provide vehicle control. They do not indicate a malfunction of steering wheel operation even with tire chains installed. 196 CAUTION Do not overestimate the anti-lock brake system: Although the anti-lock brake system assists in providing vehicle control,...
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Install all 4 tires of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other than specified may fail to the "ON" ... or braking on when the ignition key is turned to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in surface height. D Driving on again. The use of tires other differences in a longer stopping distance. Thereafter, if either of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the...
Install all 4 tires of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other than specified may fail to the "ON" ... or braking on when the ignition key is turned to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in surface height. D Driving on again. The use of tires other differences in a longer stopping distance. Thereafter, if either of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the...
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...in snow and to the extent that replacement is originally equipped with summer tires in most winter conditions, as well as possible. All season tires, however, do not have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as for driving on snow-covered or icy roads, ...we recommend using snow tires. For driving on snow-covered or icy roads. All season tires All season tires are inadequate for use...
...in snow and to the extent that replacement is originally equipped with summer tires in most winter conditions, as well as possible. All season tires, however, do not have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as for driving on snow-covered or icy roads, ...we recommend using snow tires. For driving on snow-covered or icy roads. All season tires All season tires are inadequate for use...
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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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... schedule with your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet. D Washing your new Lexus. To see whether they are probably wet. D Try to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. D Do not drive for a long time at a right angle. Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road...
... schedule with your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet. D Washing your new Lexus. To see whether they are probably wet. D Try to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. D Do not drive for a long time at a right angle. Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road...
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... careful when accelerating, upshifting, downshifting or braking on page 255 for the cold weather. The abrupt change in top shape to determine whether the tires on the brake pedal while driving. Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. Also, the parking brake will be in engine ...are not sure about -50_C (-58_F). Use "Toyota Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. NOTICE Do not use more than 70% solution for your Lexus, to provide protection down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift. DRIVING TIPS D Do not rest your vehicle has high-speed ...
... careful when accelerating, upshifting, downshifting or braking on page 255 for the cold weather. The abrupt change in top shape to determine whether the tires on the brake pedal while driving. Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. Also, the parking brake will be in engine ...are not sure about -50_C (-58_F). Use "Toyota Long Life Coolant" or equivalent. NOTICE Do not use more than 70% solution for your Lexus, to provide protection down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift. DRIVING TIPS D Do not rest your vehicle has high-speed ...
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... parking brake when there is a possibility it may damage your vehicle with four wheels on the ground. Ice and snow built up under your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. This may freeze the parking brake, making it hard to be dinghy towed (with water. This product is..., etc. When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may cause serious damage to mix with four wheels on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the things you carry some emergency equipment. Keep the door locks from accumulating under the fenders occasionally. 32g006 Your...
... parking brake when there is a possibility it may damage your vehicle with four wheels on the ground. Ice and snow built up under your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. This may freeze the parking brake, making it hard to be dinghy towed (with water. This product is..., etc. When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may cause serious damage to mix with four wheels on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the things you carry some emergency equipment. Keep the door locks from accumulating under the fenders occasionally. 32g006 Your...
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...traffic, it easy. D Avoid long engine idling. D Avoid continuous speeding up idling. It will help make your vehicle. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. Excess weight puts a heavier load on how to turn off the engine and start again later. It is better to ... gear position suitable for the road on which you are some specific tips on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your tires inflated at least once a month. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. 205 Avoid jackrabbit starts. DRIVING TIPS TRAILER TOWING...
...traffic, it easy. D Avoid long engine idling. D Avoid continuous speeding up idling. It will help make your vehicle. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. Excess weight puts a heavier load on how to turn off the engine and start again later. It is better to ... gear position suitable for the road on which you are some specific tips on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your tires inflated at least once a month. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. 205 Avoid jackrabbit starts. DRIVING TIPS TRAILER TOWING...
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... (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance".) 206 CAUTION Never turn , wastes fuel. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also helps prevent corrosion. This not only lessens weight but also puts an extra load on the engine, which, in turn off the...
... (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance".) 206 CAUTION Never turn , wastes fuel. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also helps prevent corrosion. This not only lessens weight but also puts an extra load on the engine, which, in turn off the...
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SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your engine stalls while driving ...If your vehicle will not start ...If your vehicle overheats ...If you have a flat tire ...If your vehicle needs to be towed ...If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever ...If you lose your keys or lock yourself out ... 4 208 208 213 214 220 225 226 207
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your engine stalls while driving ...If your vehicle will not start ...If your vehicle overheats ...If you have a flat tire ...If your vehicle needs to be towed ...If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever ...If you lose your keys or lock yourself out ... 4 208 208 213 214 220 225 226 207
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... parking brake and put an object on a level spot with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. 214 Read the following to remove and change the tire. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Move cautiously off the jack and cause personal injury. Stop the...
... parking brake and put an object on a level spot with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. 214 Read the following to remove and change the tire. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Move cautiously off the jack and cause personal injury. Stop the...
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To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. 215 Get the jack, wrench and spare tire. 4 Jack handle " 1 Joint 2 When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the "contract" direction until the jack is free. 3 When storing, turn the joint by hand in the "expand" direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G021b 40G001 " 1 Tool bag 2 Jack 3 Wrench 5 Spare tire 1.
To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. 215 Get the jack, wrench and spare tire. 4 Jack handle " 1 Joint 2 When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the "contract" direction until the jack is free. 3 When storing, turn the joint by hand in the "expand" direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G021b 40G001 " 1 Tool bag 2 Jack 3 Wrench 5 Spare tire 1.
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Loosen the bolt and remove it with the inner side of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels. Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the luggage tool box to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 216 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G002a 40G003c To remove the spare tire: 1 2 Remove the luggage tray. When storing the spare tire, place it . 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the tire from rolling when it is jacked up .
Loosen the bolt and remove it with the inner side of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels. Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the luggage tool box to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 216 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G002a 40G003c To remove the spare tire: 1 2 Remove the luggage tray. When storing the spare tire, place it . 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the tire from rolling when it is jacked up .