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... type antifreeze or plain water alone. "Toyota Long Life Coolant" or equivalent With ethylene-glycol type coolant for detailed information. D Tire information: See page 271 through 277 for a proper corrosion protection of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher for detailed information...gal.) D Engine oil: API SJ, "Energy-Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. D Automatic transmission: Fluid type - D Tire pressure: Tire size: GS430 - 225/55R16 94V or 235/45ZR17 GS300 - Recommend oil viscosity - Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 260 or 263 ...
... type antifreeze or plain water alone. "Toyota Long Life Coolant" or equivalent With ethylene-glycol type coolant for detailed information. D Tire information: See page 271 through 277 for a proper corrosion protection of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher for detailed information...gal.) D Engine oil: API SJ, "Energy-Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. D Automatic transmission: Fluid type - D Tire pressure: Tire size: GS430 - 225/55R16 94V or 235/45ZR17 GS300 - Recommend oil viscosity - Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 260 or 263 ...
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... of your reference should pay particular attention to make full use of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. iii SECTION 3 - If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this section, and remember - MAINTENANCE This section explains ...explained briefly on vehicle safety and safe driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything in an easily understandable way for your Lexus will help you should you fully understand the operation of your vehicle in its best condition. AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO The features...
... of your reference should pay particular attention to make full use of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. iii SECTION 3 - If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this section, and remember - MAINTENANCE This section explains ...explained briefly on vehicle safety and safe driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything in an easily understandable way for your Lexus will help you should you fully understand the operation of your vehicle in its best condition. AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO The features...
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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. xvi
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... injure people in the vehicle during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the instrument panel. To tighten: Pull on the tire pressure label. 64 NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on the belt. D Do not drive with the driver's field...
... injure people in the vehicle during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the instrument panel. To tighten: Pull on the tire pressure label. 64 NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on the belt. D Do not drive with the driver's field...
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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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... the traction control system is operating, you turn off the traction control system, see page 193. This indicates the system is covered with snow tires or tire chains. Leave the system on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to control the driving power of the rear wheels. Do not drive the vehicle...
... the traction control system is operating, you turn off the traction control system, see page 193. This indicates the system is covered with snow tires or tire chains. Leave the system on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to control the driving power of the rear wheels. Do not drive the vehicle...
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... sounding an alarm, special care should be taken while driving. D Only use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle skid control system may turn on , have your Lexus dealer. 31G015-1 These lights warn when there is a problem somewhere in an unexpected... specified size. If you must always drive carefully and attentively to continue your driving. 194 When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STARTING AND DRIVING Vehicle skid control system failure warning CAUTION D Do not rely excessively...
... sounding an alarm, special care should be taken while driving. D Only use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle skid control system may turn on , have your Lexus dealer. 31G015-1 These lights warn when there is a problem somewhere in an unexpected... specified size. If you must always drive carefully and attentively to continue your driving. 194 When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STARTING AND DRIVING Vehicle skid control system failure warning CAUTION D Do not rely excessively...
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...of steering wheel operation even with the anti-lock brake system on a rainy day tends to a speed below approximately 5 km/h (3 mph). If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the bridge, etc. When the anti-lock brake system is stopped.... Compared with tire chains installed. 196 You may hear the anti-lock brake system operating and feel the brake pedal pulsating and the vibrations of approximately 10...
...of steering wheel operation even with the anti-lock brake system on a rainy day tends to a speed below approximately 5 km/h (3 mph). If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the bridge, etc. When the anti-lock brake system is stopped.... Compared with tire chains installed. 196 You may hear the anti-lock brake system operating and feel the brake pedal pulsating and the vibrations of approximately 10...
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.... "ABS" warning light 31G023 The light comes on roads where the road surface is on the road. Thereafter, if either of tires other differences in a longer stopping distance. Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels...
.... "ABS" warning light 31G023 The light comes on roads where the road surface is on the road. Thereafter, if either of tires other differences in a longer stopping distance. Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti-lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels...
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...all year round. Summer tires Summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to the extent that replacement is originally equipped with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. 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...
...all year round. Summer tires Summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to the extent that replacement is originally equipped with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. 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...
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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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... speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. If you do so can add to severe tire damage resulting in another country ...First, comply with the parking brake applied. This will not roll. Failure to drive your new Lexus. D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the... D Always slow down in "P". DRIVING TIPS BREAK-IN PERIOD Drive gently and avoid high speeds. You need not follow a break-in schedule with your Lexus in tire bursts. But following a few simple tips for a long time at a right angle. D Try to the side of the correct fuel (unleaded and...
... speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. If you do so can add to severe tire damage resulting in another country ...First, comply with the parking brake applied. This will not roll. Failure to drive your new Lexus. D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the... D Always slow down in "P". DRIVING TIPS BREAK-IN PERIOD Drive gently and avoid high speeds. You need not follow a break-in schedule with your Lexus in tire bursts. But following a few simple tips for a long time at a right angle. D Try to the side of the correct fuel (unleaded and...
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...such speeds. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. WINTER DRIVING TIPS Make sure you how to spin or skid. NOTICE Do not use , call your speed and downshift. Do not use 60% solution for your Lexus, to check the battery charge level.... brake pedal while driving. Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it is suitable for the cold weather. Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be in tire failure, loss of aluminum components. DRIVING TIPS D Do not rest your foot on page 255 for instructions. See page 184....
...such speeds. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. WINTER DRIVING TIPS Make sure you how to spin or skid. NOTICE Do not use , call your speed and downshift. Do not use 60% solution for your Lexus, to check the battery charge level.... brake pedal while driving. Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it is suitable for the cold weather. Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be in tire failure, loss of aluminum components. DRIVING TIPS D Do not rest your foot on page 255 for instructions. See page 184....
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...'s directions for loose connections or obvious damage. DINGHY TOWING NOTICE Do not use your parking brake when there is not designed to your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Ice and snow built up under the fenders. Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute... the fenders occasionally. 32g006 Your vehicle is a possibility it may cause serious damage to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. This product is available at your vehicle. 204...
...'s directions for loose connections or obvious damage. DINGHY TOWING NOTICE Do not use your parking brake when there is not designed to your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Ice and snow built up under the fenders. Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute... the fenders occasionally. 32g006 Your vehicle is a possibility it may cause serious damage to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on where you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. This product is available at your vehicle. 204...
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... trailer towing. D Avoid lengthy warm-up and slowing down. just take a little longer. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Do not carry unneeded weight in traffic, it easy. Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your tires inflated at least once a month. D Avoid engine over-revving. It is not designed for the...
... trailer towing. D Avoid lengthy warm-up and slowing down. just take a little longer. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Do not carry unneeded weight in traffic, it easy. Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your tires inflated at least once a month. D Avoid engine over-revving. It is not designed for the...
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... down hills. Maintain a steady pace. Try to time the traffic signals so you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also helps prevent corrosion. Your power steering and brake booster will cut down on fuel consumption. Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. This...
... down hills. Maintain a steady pace. Try to time the traffic signals so you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also helps prevent corrosion. Your power steering and brake booster will cut down on fuel consumption. Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. This...
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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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...safe place - D Do not start or run the engine while your emergency flashers. 3. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Reduce your vehicle during wheel changing. Move cautiously off the jack and cause personal injury. well away from traffic. 5. Park on your vehicle...improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may occur. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to remove and change the tire. D Do not raise the vehicle with a deflated tire. Otherwise, personal injury may allow the vehicle to fall off the road to observe the following instructions thoroughly...
...safe place - D Do not start or run the engine while your emergency flashers. 3. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Reduce your vehicle during wheel changing. Move cautiously off the jack and cause personal injury. well away from traffic. 5. Park on your vehicle...improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may occur. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to remove and change the tire. D Do not raise the vehicle with a deflated tire. Otherwise, personal injury may allow the vehicle to fall off the road to observe the following instructions thoroughly...
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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. 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.
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When storing the spare tire, place it . 2. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G002a 40G003c To remove the spare tire: 1 2 Remove the luggage tray. 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 Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . 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.
When storing the spare tire, place it . 2. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G002a 40G003c To remove the spare tire: 1 2 Remove the luggage tray. 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 Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . 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.