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...safe and comfortable driving. TABLE OF CONTENTS The table of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The vehicle's equipment is briefly explained in an easily understandable way for your vehicle. Regular and periodic ...inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you can make full use of the manual. STARTING AND DRIVING Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features ...
...safe and comfortable driving. TABLE OF CONTENTS The table of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The vehicle's equipment is briefly explained in an easily understandable way for your vehicle. Regular and periodic ...inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help you can make full use of the manual. STARTING AND DRIVING Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features ...
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PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger Trunk lid Fuel filler door Hood Headlight Moon roof Windshield wiper and washer Outside rear view mirror Door Tire and wheel 20 48 50 48 16, 226 52 19, 224 62 12 204 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger Trunk lid Fuel filler door Hood Headlight Moon roof Windshield wiper and washer Outside rear view mirror Door Tire and wheel 20 48 50 48 16, 226 52 19, 224 62 12 204 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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... temperatures are permitted by law, add 80 kPa (0.9 kgf/cm2, 0.8 bar, 12 psi) to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure molded on the coolant reservoir. Ethylene-glycol coolant (Do not use unleaded gasoline with an octane number as low... (100_F) Oil capacity: L (qt., Imp. S Engine coolant: Capacity: 11.0 L (11.6 qt., 9.7 Imp. Automatic transmission fluid Type T-II or equivalent S Tire information: See page 204 through 210 for detailed information. gal.) S Engine oil: API SH, Energy-Conserving II multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil...
... temperatures are permitted by law, add 80 kPa (0.9 kgf/cm2, 0.8 bar, 12 psi) to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure molded on the coolant reservoir. Ethylene-glycol coolant (Do not use unleaded gasoline with an octane number as low... (100_F) Oil capacity: L (qt., Imp. S Engine coolant: Capacity: 11.0 L (11.6 qt., 9.7 Imp. Automatic transmission fluid Type T-II or equivalent S Tire information: See page 204 through 210 for detailed information. gal.) S Engine oil: API SH, Energy-Conserving II multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil...
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on the tire pressure label inside the glovebox lid. 45
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on the tire pressure label inside the glovebox lid. 45
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 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 Cruise control Electronically modulated air suspension Traction control system Brake system Types of tires 3-1 126 127 128 128 129 130 131 136 139 141 142 145 125
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 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 Cruise control Electronically modulated air suspension Traction control system Brake system Types of tires 3-1 126 127 128 128 129 130 131 136 139 141 142 145 125
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...though the traction control system is completely lost, the brakes will still work . Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to a stop with snow tires or tire chains and driven at a more ! ! Each push on . ! However, the pedal will be harder to press, and your vehicle with two ...with normal pedal pressure. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full stability of the vehicle and power to push the pedal hard - Have your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION S Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. But you can bring the vehicle to ...
...though the traction control system is completely lost, the brakes will still work . Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to a stop with snow tires or tire chains and driven at a more ! ! Each push on . ! However, the pedal will be harder to press, and your vehicle with two ...with normal pedal pressure. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full stability of the vehicle and power to push the pedal hard - Have your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION S Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. But you can bring the vehicle to ...
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...the anti-lock brake system is dependent on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. Although the anti-lock brake system assists in front of tire friction. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in providing vehicle control, it is still important to a speed below approximately 5 km.../h (3 mph). This means that act on your vehicle may indicate hazardous road surface conditions. Compared with vehicles not fitted with tire chains installed. S Even though the anti-lock brake system is operating, a driver cannot maintain full control on wet roads. The anti-lock...
...the anti-lock brake system is dependent on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. Although the anti-lock brake system assists in front of tire friction. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in providing vehicle control, it is still important to a speed below approximately 5 km.../h (3 mph). This means that act on your vehicle may indicate hazardous road surface conditions. Compared with vehicles not fitted with tire chains installed. S Even though the anti-lock brake system is operating, a driver cannot maintain full control on wet roads. The anti-lock...
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... round. S Do not use all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with snow tires in snow and to be sure to highway driving under dry conditions. Summer tires Summer tires are designed to provide better traction in heavy...tires All season tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to replace all season tires on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. STARTING AND DRIVING TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of tires your vehicle as for use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires...
... round. S Do not use all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with snow tires in snow and to be sure to highway driving under dry conditions. Summer tires Summer tires are designed to provide better traction in heavy...tires All season tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to replace all season tires on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. STARTING AND DRIVING TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of tires your vehicle as for use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires...
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...control. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in schedule with the parking brake applied. Second, confirm the availability of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. You need not follow a break-in "P". S Do not drive for assistance. S Drive slowly onto..., make sure the parking brake is fully released and that there is off. 148 S Try to severe tire damage resulting in gusty crosswinds. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Washing your new Lexus. DRIVING TIPS BREAK-IN PERIOD Drive gently and avoid high speeds. S Do not drive over 88 km...
...control. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in schedule with the parking brake applied. Second, confirm the availability of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. You need not follow a break-in "P". S Do not drive for assistance. S Drive slowly onto..., make sure the parking brake is fully released and that there is off. 148 S Try to severe tire damage resulting in gusty crosswinds. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Washing your new Lexus. DRIVING TIPS BREAK-IN PERIOD Drive gently and avoid high speeds. S Do not drive over 88 km...
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...power for the cold weather. Squirt lock de-icer or glycerine into the locks to spin or skid. Remember, if you are wet, your Lexus dealer - Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle during winter months may pull to visually inspect the battery. WINTER DRIVING ... any battery, so it may cause harder starting . Check the electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system for recommended viscosity. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to help. Check the condition of the speed limit. DRIVING TIPS S Do not rest your speed and downshift. If they may result in...
...power for the cold weather. Squirt lock de-icer or glycerine into the locks to spin or skid. Remember, if you are wet, your Lexus dealer - Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle during winter months may pull to visually inspect the battery. WINTER DRIVING ... any battery, so it may cause harder starting . Check the electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system for recommended viscosity. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to help. Check the condition of the speed limit. DRIVING TIPS S Do not rest your speed and downshift. If they may result in...
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... use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in the vehicle are tire chains, window scraper, bag of others, you carry some emergency equipment. Ice and snow built up under your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Some of correct equipment and cautious driving ... Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders occasionally. DRIVING TIPS Use a washer fluid containing an antifreeze solution. Ask your local Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may damage your parking brake when there is designed ...
... use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in the vehicle are tire chains, window scraper, bag of others, you carry some emergency equipment. Ice and snow built up under your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Some of correct equipment and cautious driving ... Keep ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders occasionally. DRIVING TIPS Use a washer fluid containing an antifreeze solution. Ask your local Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may damage your parking brake when there is designed ...
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... damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle's hydraulic system as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is possible danger of the trailer wandering over into your vehicle is struck...from dropping to the ground in case it will lower its braking effectiveness. DRIVING TIPS Hitches S If you are required. Brakes and safety chains S Lexus recommends trailers with a light coat of grease. S Use only a hitch which is recommended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight...
... damage caused by the hitch if your vehicle's hydraulic system as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is possible danger of the trailer wandering over into your vehicle is struck...from dropping to the ground in case it will lower its braking effectiveness. DRIVING TIPS Hitches S If you are required. Brakes and safety chains S Lexus recommends trailers with a light coat of grease. S Use only a hitch which is recommended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight...
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...stop lights each time you hitch up or nose-down condition, and check for correct operation of your trailer. DRIVING TIPS Tires S Ensure that your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. For this information, please refer to...tires should be inflated to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for towing purposes. S Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is securely loaded so that you tow a trailer, your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Break-in schedule S Lexus...
...stop lights each time you hitch up or nose-down condition, and check for correct operation of your trailer. DRIVING TIPS Tires S Ensure that your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. For this information, please refer to...tires should be inflated to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for towing purposes. S Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is securely loaded so that you tow a trailer, your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Break-in schedule S Lexus...
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...and-go driving wastes fuel. S Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. This causes needless wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on which , in top shape. S Keep your vehicle. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs,... weight but gently. Here are not in proper alignment. Check the pressure every two weeks, or at the correct pressure. S Do not rest your tires inflated at least once a month. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on the brake pedal. S Keep the bottom of fuel is easy -...
...and-go driving wastes fuel. S Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. This causes needless wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on which , in top shape. S Keep your vehicle. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs,... weight but gently. Here are not in proper alignment. Check the pressure every two weeks, or at the correct pressure. S Do not rest your tires inflated at least once a month. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on the brake pedal. S Keep the bottom of fuel is easy -...
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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 4 160 160 163 164 170 175 176 159
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 4 160 160 163 164 170 175 176 159
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... range, turn the ignition switch off the engine and call your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. S Is the cooling fan operating? Reduce your Lexus dealer. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in the acceptable range? S Is the coolant in "P". 4. S Do not attempt to... cause body damage. ! S Use a jack only for lifting your emergency flashers. 3. Move cautiously off the air conditioning. IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Stop the engine and turn off the road to a safe place - If the engine coolant temperature does not cool down, or your vehicle overheats ...
... range, turn the ignition switch off the engine and call your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. S Is the cooling fan operating? Reduce your Lexus dealer. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in the acceptable range? S Is the coolant in "P". 4. S Do not attempt to... cause body damage. ! S Use a jack only for lifting your emergency flashers. 3. Move cautiously off the air conditioning. IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Stop the engine and turn off the road to a safe place - If the engine coolant temperature does not cool down, or your vehicle overheats ...
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...the "contract" direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 165 " Tool box Jack Spare tire Jack handle 1. " Joint When removing the jack, turn the joint by a jack. S Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is free... storing, turn the joint by hand in the "expand" direction until the jack is supported by a jack. Get the tool, jack and spare tire. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations.
...the "contract" direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 165 " Tool box Jack Spare tire Jack handle 1. " Joint When removing the jack, turn the joint by a jack. S Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is free... storing, turn the joint by hand in the "expand" direction until the jack is supported by a jack. Get the tool, jack and spare tire. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations.
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...blocking a wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the spare tire cover to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the tire from rolling when it with the inner side of the front wheels or ...behind the rear wheels. Remove the wheel ornament. 166 Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To remove the spare tire: Remove the spare tire cover. Loosen the bolt and remove it. " Paper for protecting surface 3.
...blocking a wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the spare tire cover to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the tire from rolling when it with the inner side of the front wheels or ...behind the rear wheels. Remove the wheel ornament. 166 Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To remove the spare tire: Remove the spare tire cover. Loosen the bolt and remove it. " Paper for protecting surface 3.
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... making sure no one -half turn. 6. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to the nut so that the spare tire can be installed. Make sure the jack is on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. 167 Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on a level and solid...
... making sure no one -half turn. 6. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to the nut so that the spare tire can be installed. Make sure the jack is on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. 167 Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on a level and solid...
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... a wheel to lift, double-check that it clockwise. CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when it aside. 8. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Before putting on the wheel, remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Lift the flat... tire straight off while driving. 7. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle into the jack (it is a loose fit) and ...
... a wheel to lift, double-check that it clockwise. CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when it aside. 8. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Before putting on the wheel, remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Lift the flat... tire straight off while driving. 7. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle into the jack (it is a loose fit) and ...