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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF OVERDRIVE SWITCH For selecting either a three-speed or four-speed transmission. SELECTOR LEVER POSITION Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking Position for stronger ... turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 127. 4 QUICK REFERENCE 4. BASIC OPERATION -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF OVERDRIVE SWITCH For selecting either a three-speed or four-speed transmission. SELECTOR LEVER POSITION Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking Position for stronger ... turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 127. 4 QUICK REFERENCE 4. BASIC OPERATION -
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..."E" or the low fuel level warning light comes on . If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop -and-go off after high speed driving. If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on a hot day. If the indicator lamp does not go traffic. 24.... GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS FUEL GAUGE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge is displayed when the ignition switch is on in stop your Lexus dealer as soon as : S Driving up a long hill on . This fuel gauge has a non-return type needle which remains at the last indicated position ...
..."E" or the low fuel level warning light comes on . If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop -and-go off after high speed driving. If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on a hot day. If the indicator lamp does not go traffic. 24.... GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS FUEL GAUGE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge is displayed when the ignition switch is on in stop your Lexus dealer as soon as : S Driving up a long hill on . This fuel gauge has a non-return type needle which remains at the last indicated position ...
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...engine. This may cause the engine to overheat. NOTICE Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. The tachometer indicates engine speed in the engine cooling system as this may cause severe engine damage. 25 The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to ... running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. S Lugging the engine by driving slowly in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy. Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to keep the temperature of rpm (revolutions per minute)....
...engine. This may cause the engine to overheat. NOTICE Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. The tachometer indicates engine speed in the engine cooling system as this may cause severe engine damage. 25 The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to ... running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. S Lugging the engine by driving slowly in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy. Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to keep the temperature of rpm (revolutions per minute)....
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... rolls over, or if it is designed to activate in the illustration. The SRS airbag system is involved in an underride collision (a collision in a low-speed frontal collision. The SRS airbags will deploy if the severity of the impact is below the above the designed threshold level, comparable to a severe frontal...
... rolls over, or if it is designed to activate in the illustration. The SRS airbag system is involved in an underride collision (a collision in a low-speed frontal collision. The SRS airbags will deploy if the severity of the impact is below the above the designed threshold level, comparable to a severe frontal...
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The airbag inflates with considerable speed and force; S Do not put objects on or in front of the dashboard S Do not allow a child to stand up straight and well back in ... airbag, or airbag sensor assembly. the child may be severely injured. or steering wheel pad that houses the airbag system. The airbags inflate with considerable speed and force; S Do not hold a child on your lap or in your seat belt. S Do not modify, remove or open any of a child restraint system...
The airbag inflates with considerable speed and force; S Do not put objects on or in front of the dashboard S Do not allow a child to stand up straight and well back in ... airbag, or airbag sensor assembly. the child may be severely injured. or steering wheel pad that houses the airbag system. The airbags inflate with considerable speed and force; S Do not hold a child on your lap or in your seat belt. S Do not modify, remove or open any of a child restraint system...
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... is depressed while operating in the "ON" position. When one of the diffusers, on the display. This air conditioning features automatic fan speed and air flow control which air is as floor level for both front and rear. The ignition key must be controlled automatically according to ...the desired temperature is desired - manual control If manual air flow selection is displayed. The outlets from which automatically selects the most suitable fan speed and air flow to control the temperature. BI-LEVEL mode - Directs air flow at face level and at floor level for both front ...
... is depressed while operating in the "ON" position. When one of the diffusers, on the display. This air conditioning features automatic fan speed and air flow control which air is as floor level for both front and rear. The ignition key must be controlled automatically according to ...the desired temperature is desired - manual control If manual air flow selection is displayed. The outlets from which automatically selects the most suitable fan speed and air flow to control the temperature. BI-LEVEL mode - Directs air flow at face level and at floor level for both front ...
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...) button is used to switch the air intake between the temperature of the outside temperature is no longer required. If manual switching of the fan speed control (FAN) button. For normal use, it is best to keep the air intake control button set to turn the air conditioning on .... the display. Pushing in the OUTSIDE AIR mode, the OUTSIDE AIR mode indicator light will fog up blocking your desired speed by turning the "TEMP" knob fully. If manual fan speed control is desired - Stopping the fan - To remove exterior windshield frost, use the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode during heating, ...
...) button is used to switch the air intake between the temperature of the outside temperature is no longer required. If manual switching of the fan speed control (FAN) button. For normal use, it is best to keep the air intake control button set to turn the air conditioning on .... the display. Pushing in the OUTSIDE AIR mode, the OUTSIDE AIR mode indicator light will fog up blocking your desired speed by turning the "TEMP" knob fully. If manual fan speed control is desired - Stopping the fan - To remove exterior windshield frost, use the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode during heating, ...
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... the interior after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake control button be left to the OUTSIDE AIR mode and the fan speed control button be temporarily pressed in to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will blink. Push the (WINDSHIELD) button. If dust thrown up by ... "OFF" button. S If air flow control is still drawn into the vehicle after parking in front of the windshield are not blocked by your nearest Lexus dealer. (c) Operating tips S Make sure the air inlet grilles in the hot sun, drive for details on each button. Push the (WINDSHIELD) button. 3. S When...
... the interior after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake control button be left to the OUTSIDE AIR mode and the fan speed control button be temporarily pressed in to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will blink. Push the (WINDSHIELD) button. If dust thrown up by ... "OFF" button. S If air flow control is still drawn into the vehicle after parking in front of the windshield are not blocked by your nearest Lexus dealer. (c) Operating tips S Make sure the air inlet grilles in the hot sun, drive for details on each button. Push the (WINDSHIELD) button. 3. S When...
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STARTING AND DRIVING THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER The three-way catalytic converter located at idle speed for more than 20 minutes. S Do not drive, idle or park your vehicle. 112 running . NOTICE A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three-...
STARTING AND DRIVING THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER The three-way catalytic converter located at idle speed for more than 20 minutes. S Do not drive, idle or park your vehicle. 112 running . NOTICE A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three-...
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... system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three-way catalytic converter temperature. Remember, your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle must drive with the trunk lid open to accommodate a large object, close the windows, open or unsealed trunk... loose connections. ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION ! It can cause unconsciousness or even death. S Do not remain for the time needed to high speed with the engine running order. Malfunctions in the sound of the exhaust, have the heating or cooling system deliver fresh air into the...
... system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three-way catalytic converter temperature. Remember, your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle must drive with the trunk lid open to accommodate a large object, close the windows, open or unsealed trunk... loose connections. ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION ! It can cause unconsciousness or even death. S Do not remain for the time needed to high speed with the engine running order. Malfunctions in the sound of the exhaust, have the heating or cooling system deliver fresh air into the...
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STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Note: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 127. 117
STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Note: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 127. 117
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For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select either "NORM" or "PWR" to "D". 119 Set the overdrive switch to improve fuel economy. 3. In the POWER position, the "ECT ... allows you use the POWER position. For more responsively than in the instrument cluster is on and the transmission is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to suit your foot holding down more powerful acceleration and sporty driving, use the NORMAL...
For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select either "NORM" or "PWR" to "D". 119 Set the overdrive switch to improve fuel economy. 3. In the POWER position, the "ECT ... allows you use the POWER position. For more responsively than in the instrument cluster is on and the transmission is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to suit your foot holding down more powerful acceleration and sporty driving, use the NORMAL...
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... hill climbing, hard towing, etc. STARTING AND DRIVING (b) ! Release the parking brake and brake pedal. When the cruise control is traveling at low speed, the transmission will start in descending a long hill, see page 127. The vehicle will not shift into the "2" position. However, while the engine... switch. (This is needed, such as in the first gear and automatically shift to the second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than the speed listed below : S Turn off the overdrive switch, engine braking will be obtained. If engine braking is effective only when...
... hill climbing, hard towing, etc. STARTING AND DRIVING (b) ! Release the parking brake and brake pedal. When the cruise control is traveling at low speed, the transmission will start in descending a long hill, see page 127. The vehicle will not shift into the "2" position. However, while the engine... switch. (This is needed, such as in the first gear and automatically shift to the second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than the speed listed below : S Turn off the overdrive switch, engine braking will be obtained. If engine braking is effective only when...
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... not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a (c) Using the "2" and "L" positions The "2" and "L" positions are used in engine speed could cause the vehicle to overrev the engine. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. The abrupt change in hill climbing or ... is engaged in "D". STARTING AND DRIVING S Shift into the red zone. The transmission will downshift to the first gear when the vehicle speed is given below and maximum engine braking will start the vehicle in the first gear and automatically shift to keep engine rpm from overheating. ...
... not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a (c) Using the "2" and "L" positions The "2" and "L" positions are used in engine speed could cause the vehicle to overrev the engine. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. The abrupt change in hill climbing or ... is engaged in "D". STARTING AND DRIVING S Shift into the red zone. The transmission will downshift to the first gear when the vehicle speed is given below and maximum engine braking will start the vehicle in the first gear and automatically shift to keep engine rpm from overheating. ...
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... and electrical charging performance, do not slightly release the pedal to overheat. S When towing a trailer, in order to turn off the overdrive switch. Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is the conventional pattern shown above. This can cause the transmission to hold the vehicle on... the brake pedal or parking brake. (g) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds: Always keep your foot on page 161. 123
... and electrical charging performance, do not slightly release the pedal to overheat. S When towing a trailer, in order to turn off the overdrive switch. Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is the conventional pattern shown above. This can cause the transmission to hold the vehicle on... the brake pedal or parking brake. (g) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you should upshift or downshift at the following speeds: Always keep your foot on page 161. 123
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... each gear will cause lugging and, possibly, pinging. NOTICE Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear. 124 S When towing a trailer, in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. NOTICE Make sure the ...vehicle is needed when you are cruising below the above downshifting speeds. STARTING AND DRIVING gear km/h (mph) 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 65 (40) 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 ...
... each gear will cause lugging and, possibly, pinging. NOTICE Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear. 124 S When towing a trailer, in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. NOTICE Make sure the ...vehicle is needed when you are cruising below the above downshifting speeds. STARTING AND DRIVING gear km/h (mph) 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 65 (40) 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 ...
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... when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on . ! CAUTION S To help maintain maximum control of the selector switch. If the vehicle speed is also automatically turned off . Another push on the switch will occur so it on slippery (rainy, icy or snow-covered) or winding roads...using the cruise control. 125 CAUTION To avoid accidental cruise control engagement, keep the main switch off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can now set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use the cruise control again, push the main switch again to slow down ...
... when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on . ! CAUTION S To help maintain maximum control of the selector switch. If the vehicle speed is also automatically turned off . Another push on the switch will occur so it on slippery (rainy, icy or snow-covered) or winding roads...using the cruise control. 125 CAUTION To avoid accidental cruise control engagement, keep the main switch off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can now set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use the cruise control again, push the main switch again to slow down ...
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... these reasons, have your vehicle checked by your foot off immediately. 126 When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set the cruise control speed. CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with automatic transmission, the transmission must be increased 1.6 km/h (1 mph)... about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will gradually gain speed. This sets the vehicle at a desired speed Cancelling the preset speed You can be in the "RES/ACC" direction and hold it . If this may take your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. b. Bring the vehicle...
... these reasons, have your vehicle checked by your foot off immediately. 126 When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set the cruise control speed. CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with automatic transmission, the transmission must be increased 1.6 km/h (1 mph)... about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will gradually gain speed. This sets the vehicle at a desired speed Cancelling the preset speed You can be in the "RES/ACC" direction and hold it . If this may take your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. b. Bring the vehicle...
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...vehicle and then press the control lever downward in the "SET/COAST" direction. However, once the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will gradually decrease. If you turn off the overdrive switch with the cruise control lever or depress the brake...pedal. While the lever is attained. Contact your Lexus dealer. 127 Release the lever when the desired speed is held downward, the vehicle speed will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. Resuming the preset speed If the preset speed is trouble in the "SET/COAST" direction quickly...
...vehicle and then press the control lever downward in the "SET/COAST" direction. However, once the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will gradually decrease. If you turn off the overdrive switch with the cruise control lever or depress the brake...pedal. While the lever is attained. Contact your Lexus dealer. 127 Release the lever when the desired speed is held downward, the vehicle speed will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. Resuming the preset speed If the preset speed is trouble in the "SET/COAST" direction quickly...
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... and driven at a more cautious pace. 128 Leave the system on . When the traction control system is fully depressed, the engine speed will be fitted with automatic transmission only) The traction control system automatically controls spinning of the rear wheels which may hear a slight clicking...and does not indicate malfunction. Even though the accelerator pedal is operating, you turn off the traction control system by operation of your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION You can operate when needed. This indicates the system is in the traction control system. ! When...
... and driven at a more cautious pace. 128 Leave the system on . When the traction control system is fully depressed, the engine speed will be fitted with automatic transmission only) The traction control system automatically controls spinning of the rear wheels which may hear a slight clicking...and does not indicate malfunction. Even though the accelerator pedal is operating, you turn off the traction control system by operation of your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION You can operate when needed. This indicates the system is in the traction control system. ! When...