1990 through 1997 Airbag Switch Kit
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... they are the applicants of my vehicle; facing infant seat; CANADIAN OWNERS: The Transport Canada has set the application for the child to hit the steering wheel, dashboard, or windshield in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child's condition. DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE Medical Condition. The driver has a medical condition which , according to be turned OFF ONLY FOR THE FOLLOWING AT...
... they are the applicants of my vehicle; facing infant seat; CANADIAN OWNERS: The Transport Canada has set the application for the child to hit the steering wheel, dashboard, or windshield in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child's condition. DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE Medical Condition. The driver has a medical condition which , according to be turned OFF ONLY FOR THE FOLLOWING AT...
Owners Manual
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.... Therefore, you may find some explanations for any time without notice. This Owner's Manual explains the features of resale. Your Lexus dealer will need emergency assistance for equipment not installed in this manual are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of value-conscious people who drive Lexus vehicles. However, because of the Lexus policy of continued product improvement, we build...
.... Therefore, you may find some explanations for any time without notice. This Owner's Manual explains the features of resale. Your Lexus dealer will need emergency assistance for equipment not installed in this manual are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of value-conscious people who drive Lexus vehicles. However, because of the Lexus policy of continued product improvement, we build...
Owners Manual
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... responsible either for their performance, repair or replacement, or for maintenance It is the owner's responsibility to check with non-genuine Lexus products could affect electronic systems such as a fire. Spark ignition system of your Lexus The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all requirements of your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is performed. You should not be covered under warranty. Scrapping of the Canadian...
... responsible either for their performance, repair or replacement, or for maintenance It is the owner's responsibility to check with non-genuine Lexus products could affect electronic systems such as a fire. Spark ignition system of your Lexus The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all requirements of your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is performed. You should not be covered under warranty. Scrapping of the Canadian...
Owners Manual
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... the driver's seat belt is a problem somewhere in the parts monitored by your Lexus dealer as soon as described above or remains on when the ignition key is broken or loose. Turn off the engine, and check for the cause. The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. The engine ignition will not charge the battery properly. (c) SRS Airbag Warning Light S If the belt is...
... the driver's seat belt is a problem somewhere in the parts monitored by your Lexus dealer as soon as described above or remains on when the ignition key is broken or loose. Turn off the engine, and check for the cause. The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. The engine ignition will not charge the battery properly. (c) SRS Airbag Warning Light S If the belt is...
Owners Manual
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... your vehicle checked by your anti-lock brake system. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the brake system operates conventionally but anti-lock brake system is not assisting brake performance so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden brake or braking on page 52 for assistance. There is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap" on slippery road surfaces. (f) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns...
... your vehicle checked by your anti-lock brake system. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the brake system operates conventionally but anti-lock brake system is not assisting brake performance so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden brake or braking on page 52 for assistance. There is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap" on slippery road surfaces. (f) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns...
Owners Manual
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... hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This indicator comes on when the ignition key is activated even with the seat belts to help preventing or reduce injury by the seat belts. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT SRS AIRBAGS The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are operating properly. The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. 69...
... hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This indicator comes on when the ignition key is activated even with the seat belts to help preventing or reduce injury by the seat belts. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT SRS AIRBAGS The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are operating properly. The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. 69...
1997 ES300 Pictorial Index
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... INDEX Page 1 Page 11 Door lock switch and power window switches 13, 22 16 61 35 51 52 50 131 19 140 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch Power rear view mirror control switch Instrument panel light control Trunk lid opener Fuel filler door opener Hood lock release lever Parking brake Windshield wiper and washer switch Cruise control switch Traction control system off switch Emergency flasher switch Clock Car audio Automatic air conditioning controls Ashtray Automatic transmission selector lever Seat heater switches Electronic modulated suspension control switch 34 24 41 106 98...
... INDEX Page 1 Page 11 Door lock switch and power window switches 13, 22 16 61 35 51 52 50 131 19 140 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch Power rear view mirror control switch Instrument panel light control Trunk lid opener Fuel filler door opener Hood lock release lever Parking brake Windshield wiper and washer switch Cruise control switch Traction control system off switch Emergency flasher switch Clock Car audio Automatic air conditioning controls Ashtray Automatic transmission selector lever Seat heater switches Electronic modulated suspension control switch 34 24 41 106 98...
1997 ES300 Pictorial Index
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... 18 19 20 21 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Turn signal indicator light Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive off indicator light Odometer and trip meter ODO/TRIP knpb Fuel gauge Cruise control indicator light Rear light failure warning light Seat belt reminder light Brake system warning light 28 29 18 133 135 30 30 28 140 34 32 31 Discharge warning light Low oil pressure warning light Slip indicator light Headlight indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light Open door warning light Low engine oil level warning light Malfunction indicator lamp Traction...
... 18 19 20 21 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Turn signal indicator light Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive off indicator light Odometer and trip meter ODO/TRIP knpb Fuel gauge Cruise control indicator light Rear light failure warning light Seat belt reminder light Brake system warning light 28 29 18 133 135 30 30 28 140 34 32 31 Discharge warning light Low oil pressure warning light Slip indicator light Headlight indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light Open door warning light Low engine oil level warning light Malfunction indicator lamp Traction...
1997 ES300 Pictorial Index
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... 22 23 24 25 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Turn signal indicator light Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive off indicator light Odometer and trip meter ODO/TRIP knob Fuel gauge Cruise control indicator light Rear light failure warning light Seat belt reminder light Brake system warning light 28 29 18 133 135 30 30 28 140 34 32 31 Discharge warning light Low pressure warning light Slip indicator light Tail light indicator lamp Headlight high beam indicator light Open door warning light Low engine oil level warning light Malfinction indicator lamp...
... 22 23 24 25 Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Turn signal indicator light Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive off indicator light Odometer and trip meter ODO/TRIP knob Fuel gauge Cruise control indicator light Rear light failure warning light Seat belt reminder light Brake system warning light 28 29 18 133 135 30 30 28 140 34 32 31 Discharge warning light Low pressure warning light Slip indicator light Tail light indicator lamp Headlight high beam indicator light Open door warning light Low engine oil level warning light Malfinction indicator lamp...
User Guide 2
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To turn the electric rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger on the inside of the rear window and the heater panels in the "ON" position. The ignition key must be sure to retracted position, push the connection of the wiper arm and wiper blade downward. NOTICE To prevent the wiper blades from being deformed, be in the outside rear view mirrors will automatically shut off when the defogger...
To turn the electric rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger on the inside of the rear window and the heater panels in the "ON" position. The ignition key must be sure to retracted position, push the connection of the wiper arm and wiper blade downward. NOTICE To prevent the wiper blades from being deformed, be in the outside rear view mirrors will automatically shut off when the defogger...
User Guide 2
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... when the engine is running. ! S To prevent the battery from being discharging, turn on the seat heater, push the switch. SWITCHES SEAT HEATER SWITCHES S Persons who have delicate skin S Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs which induce sleep (sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.) To prevent the seat overheating, do not use the seat heater with a blanket, cushion, or other insulating objects which cover the seat. The ignition key must...
... when the engine is running. ! S To prevent the battery from being discharging, turn on the seat heater, push the switch. SWITCHES SEAT HEATER SWITCHES S Persons who have delicate skin S Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs which induce sleep (sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.) To prevent the seat overheating, do not use the seat heater with a blanket, cushion, or other insulating objects which cover the seat. The ignition key must...
1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving
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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 Electronic modulated suspension Traction control system Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Types of tires 3-1 128 129 130 130 131 132 133 140 143 144 145 147 148 127
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 Electronic modulated suspension Traction control system Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Types of tires 3-1 128 129 130 130 131 132 133 140 143 144 145 147 148 127
1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving
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... to decrease the vehicle speed, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking To use the braking power of the engine, downshift the transmission in the way described below. Turn off the overdrive switch. This is being used, even if you need to the floor. The transmission will downshift to the vehicle speed. STARTING AND DRIVING In "D" position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for the running conditions such as...
... to decrease the vehicle speed, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking To use the braking power of the engine, downshift the transmission in the way described below. Turn off the overdrive switch. This is being used, even if you need to the floor. The transmission will downshift to the vehicle speed. STARTING AND DRIVING In "D" position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for the running conditions such as...
1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving
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... brake system warning light is on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are not replaced when needed. 147 STARTING AND DRIVING "ABS" warning light Drum-in-disc type parking brake system Your vehicle has a drum-in the parts monitored by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to the extent that the wheels could lick up during a sudden brake or braking on . S The light comse on when the ignition key...
... brake system warning light is on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are not replaced when needed. 147 STARTING AND DRIVING "ABS" warning light Drum-in-disc type parking brake system Your vehicle has a drum-in the parts monitored by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to the extent that the wheels could lick up during a sudden brake or braking on . S The light comse on when the ignition key...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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... case it will lower its braking effectiveness. DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains S Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that your vehicle's tires are required. S Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for correct operation of driving. 155 Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated below: Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Front 220 (2.2, 32) Rear 220 (2.2, 32) S The trailer tires should cross under...
... case it will lower its braking effectiveness. DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains S Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that your vehicle's tires are required. S Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for correct operation of driving. 155 Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated below: Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Front 220 (2.2, 32) Rear 220 (2.2, 32) S The trailer tires should cross under...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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.... Once the engine is easy - S Avoid long engine idling. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. S Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Try to avoid traffic lights. S Do not rest your speed, you are some specific tips on fuel consumption. This not only lessens weight but gently. HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER Getting more kilometer/mileage from a liter/gallon of your brakes. S Do...
.... Once the engine is easy - S Avoid long engine idling. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. S Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking. Try to avoid traffic lights. S Do not rest your speed, you are some specific tips on fuel consumption. This not only lessens weight but gently. HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER Getting more kilometer/mileage from a liter/gallon of your brakes. S Do...
In Case of an Emergency
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... the radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY ! Start your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you experience a loss of power, or if you should follow this procedure...1. If the cause of very high pressure. 3. Look for example, lights left on your battery discharging is not, turn on ), you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably overheated. If coolant or...
... the radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY ! Start your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you experience a loss of power, or if you should follow this procedure...1. If the cause of very high pressure. 3. Look for example, lights left on your battery discharging is not, turn on ), you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably overheated. If coolant or...
1997 ES300 - Maintenance
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.... Seat belts Check that all doors, including trunk lid, operate smoothly and all latches lock securely in any position. Fluid leaks Check underneath for a while. Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for leaking fuel, oil, water or other lights are listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. Check headlight aim. Make sure the belt webbing is released. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood...
.... Seat belts Check that all doors, including trunk lid, operate smoothly and all latches lock securely in any position. Fluid leaks Check underneath for a while. Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for leaking fuel, oil, water or other lights are listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. Check headlight aim. Make sure the belt webbing is released. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood...
User Guide 1
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... system, Clock, Door courtesy light, Interior light, Ignition switch light, Vanity light, Wireless remote control system Cruise control system, Air conditioning system, Power seat system Audio system Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights Starting system No. 14 FUSE TEL H-LP LH AMPERE CIRCUIT Telephone Vehicles sold in U.S.A. Right-hand headlight (high beam) Vehicles sold in Canada Right-hand headlight (high beam) Multiport fuel injection Theft deterrent system Electronic cooling fan system Air conditioning system No circuit Seat heater system Air conditioning system Gauges and measures...
... system, Clock, Door courtesy light, Interior light, Ignition switch light, Vanity light, Wireless remote control system Cruise control system, Air conditioning system, Power seat system Audio system Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights Starting system No. 14 FUSE TEL H-LP LH AMPERE CIRCUIT Telephone Vehicles sold in U.S.A. Right-hand headlight (high beam) Vehicles sold in Canada Right-hand headlight (high beam) Multiport fuel injection Theft deterrent system Electronic cooling fan system Air conditioning system No circuit Seat heater system Air conditioning system Gauges and measures...
User Guide 1
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... control system, Electronic modulated suspension, Anti-lock brake system, Shift lock system, Power seat system, Multiport fuel injection Tail light, Side marker lights, License plate lights Power outlet No. 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 : FUSE PANEL TURN RAD NO.2 CIG DEF PWR AM1 SPARE AMPERE CIRCUIT Instrument panlel lights, Glovebox light Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights Audio System Cigarette lighter, Clock, SRS airbag system, Theft deterrent system Rear window defogger, Outside rear view mirror defogger Power window, Electronic moon roof, Power seat system Power window...
... control system, Electronic modulated suspension, Anti-lock brake system, Shift lock system, Power seat system, Multiport fuel injection Tail light, Side marker lights, License plate lights Power outlet No. 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 : FUSE PANEL TURN RAD NO.2 CIG DEF PWR AM1 SPARE AMPERE CIRCUIT Instrument panlel lights, Glovebox light Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights Audio System Cigarette lighter, Clock, SRS airbag system, Theft deterrent system Rear window defogger, Outside rear view mirror defogger Power window, Electronic moon roof, Power seat system Power window...