Owners Manual
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... use of them. MAINTENANCE This section explains the importance of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO The features of the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are explained briefly on vehicle safety and safe ... Exterior equipment 6. Please read this section so that you fully understand the operation of your reference should pay particular attention to keep your Lexus will help you should you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. Use of the equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed below. HOW TO...
... use of them. MAINTENANCE This section explains the importance of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO The features of the vehicle's air conditioning and audio are explained briefly on vehicle safety and safe ... Exterior equipment 6. Please read this section so that you fully understand the operation of your reference should pay particular attention to keep your Lexus will help you should you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. Use of the equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed below. HOW TO...
Owners Manual
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...multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Automatic transmission fluid D-II or DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) Tire information: See page 210 through 216 for detailed information. Tire pressure: Tire size: P205/65R15 92V cold tires kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Vehicle loaded up to vehicle capacity weight 220 (2.2,... 32) 220 (2.2, 32) S S S S Vehicle load up to 4 occupants Front tires Rear tires 180 (1.8, 26) 180 (1.8, 26) S When driving under the above vehicle load conditions at sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in...
...multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Automatic transmission fluid D-II or DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) Tire information: See page 210 through 216 for detailed information. Tire pressure: Tire size: P205/65R15 92V cold tires kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi) Vehicle loaded up to vehicle capacity weight 220 (2.2,... 32) 220 (2.2, 32) S S S S Vehicle load up to 4 occupants Front tires Rear tires 180 (1.8, 26) 180 (1.8, 26) S When driving under the above vehicle load conditions at sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in...
1997 ES300 Pictorial Index
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PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger Trunk lid Tire and wheel Windshield wiper and washer Hood Moon roof Outside rear view mirror Fuel filler door Door Headlights 21 50 210 19, 230 50 53 61 52 12 16, 232 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger Trunk lid Tire and wheel Windshield wiper and washer Hood Moon roof Outside rear view mirror Fuel filler door Door Headlights 21 50 210 19, 230 50 53 61 52 12 16, 232 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
1997 ES300 Interior Equipment
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... vehicle capacity weight specified on top of the vehicle. Such items may injure the vehicle occupants. CAUTION ! They may interfere with objects left on the tire pressure label. 48
... vehicle capacity weight specified on top of the vehicle. Such items may injure the vehicle occupants. CAUTION ! They may interfere with objects left on the tire pressure label. 48
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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...will still work . much harder than normal. In situations where the road surface is hydraulic system with normal pedal pressure. Have your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STARTING AND DRIVING Traction control failure warning If hte "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light flashes, contact your ... be fitted with only a single brake system. Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to press, and your vehicle with snow tires or tire chains. However, the pedal will still work . Always drive at an appropriate and cautious pace. ! CAUTION Do not drive your stopping...
...will still work . much harder than normal. In situations where the road surface is hydraulic system with normal pedal pressure. Have your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STARTING AND DRIVING Traction control failure warning If hte "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light flashes, contact your ... be fitted with only a single brake system. Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to press, and your vehicle with snow tires or tire chains. However, the pedal will still work . Always drive at an appropriate and cautious pace. ! CAUTION Do not drive your stopping...
1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving
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... cannot eliminate the risk of hydroplaning and loss of physics that the anti-lock brake system is operating, a driver cannot maintain full control on tire friction with tire chains installed. S Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. Effective way to a speed in surface height. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle... conditions. It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to drive with all due care, because the anti-lock brake system cannot overcome the laws of tire friction. S Avoid high speeds on slippery road surfaces.
... cannot eliminate the risk of hydroplaning and loss of physics that the anti-lock brake system is operating, a driver cannot maintain full control on tire friction with tire chains installed. S Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. Effective way to a speed in surface height. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle... conditions. It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to drive with all due care, because the anti-lock brake system cannot overcome the laws of tire friction. S Avoid high speeds on slippery road surfaces.
1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving
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... conditions, as well as for driving on your vehicle is originally equipped with summer tires in highway driving. 148 STARTING AND DRIVING TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of tires your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the... 2. S Do not use all season tires on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. Summer tires Summer tires are inadequate for use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction ...
... conditions, as well as for driving on your vehicle is originally equipped with summer tires in highway driving. 148 STARTING AND DRIVING TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of tires your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of the... 2. S Do not use all season tires on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. Summer tires Summer tires are inadequate for use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of control. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction ...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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... you and then press the pedal lightly. Second, confirm the availability of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. Maintain engine speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. ... If necessary, block the wheels. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). S Avoid overrevving. S Drive slowly onto curbs and, if possible, at any single speed... a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can lead to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. S When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the ...
... you and then press the pedal lightly. Second, confirm the availability of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. Maintain engine speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. ... If necessary, block the wheels. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). S Avoid overrevving. S Drive slowly onto curbs and, if possible, at any single speed... a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can lead to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. S When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the ...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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...pedal while driving. Also, the parking brake will require a longer stopping distance, and it , do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of the speed limit. S To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your foot on a slippery surface. Even if the legal speed ...limit permits it may overheat and not work properly. Remember, if you ride the brakes excessively, they are wet, your vehicle has high-speed capability tires. See page 136. S Do not drive in engine speed, such as sudden acceleration or engine braking, could cause the vehicle to one side when ...
...pedal while driving. Also, the parking brake will require a longer stopping distance, and it , do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of the speed limit. S To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your foot on a slippery surface. Even if the legal speed ...limit permits it may overheat and not work properly. Remember, if you ride the brakes excessively, they are wet, your vehicle has high-speed capability tires. See page 136. S Do not drive in engine speed, such as sudden acceleration or engine braking, could cause the vehicle to one side when ...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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... tells you might put the transmission into the locks to help. Keep ice and snow from freezing. This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be in your vehicle during winter months may damage your fenders can make steering difficult. NOTICE Do not... for the cold weather. they will be pleased to check the battery charge level. Depending on where you are driving, we recommend you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the battery and cables. Squirt lock de-icer or glycerine into "P" and block the front wheels. During bad...
... tells you might put the transmission into the locks to help. Keep ice and snow from freezing. This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be in your vehicle during winter months may damage your fenders can make steering difficult. NOTICE Do not... for the cold weather. they will be pleased to check the battery charge level. Depending on where you are driving, we recommend you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of the battery and cables. Squirt lock de-icer or glycerine into "P" and block the front wheels. During bad...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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... of the trailer and the remaining 40% in the rear. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; S Follow the directions supplied by your Lexus dealer. Tongue load x 100 = 9 to 11% Total trailer weight S Never load the trailer with a light coat of grease. About 60% of the trailer load ... back than in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants such as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 154 this may cause body damage. After removing the hitch, sel any mounting holes in the front. S NOTICE Install the trailer hitch using only ...
... of the trailer and the remaining 40% in the rear. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; S Follow the directions supplied by your Lexus dealer. Tongue load x 100 = 9 to 11% Total trailer weight S Never load the trailer with a light coat of grease. About 60% of the trailer load ... back than in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants such as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 154 this may cause body damage. After removing the hitch, sel any mounting holes in the front. S NOTICE Install the trailer hitch using only ...
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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... damage occurs to both the trailer and the vehicle. For correct safety chain procedures, follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer's recommendations. Tires S Ensure that your lights. S If the total trailer weight exceeds 450 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are properly inflated. Adjust the... that conform to the ground in the chain for the first 800 km (500 miles) of your vehicle's tires are required. DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains S Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that you hitch up. S A safety chain must comply with federal, state/provincial and local regulations....
... damage occurs to both the trailer and the vehicle. For correct safety chain procedures, follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer's recommendations. Tires S Ensure that your lights. S If the total trailer weight exceeds 450 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are properly inflated. Adjust the... that conform to the ground in the chain for the first 800 km (500 miles) of your vehicle's tires are required. DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains S Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that you hitch up. S A safety chain must comply with federal, state/provincial and local regulations....
1997 ES300 - Driving Tips
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... your speed, you will cut down too long or too frequently. S Keep the front wheels in reduced braking efficiency. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on fuel consumption. If you have a long wait and you are not in turn off the engine and... traffic jams whenever possible. S Do not rest your brakes. The faster you only need to stop as little as possible or take advantage of your tires inflated at least once a month. S Keep the bottom of through streets to avoid sudden braking. This not only lessens weight but gently.
... your speed, you will cut down too long or too frequently. S Keep the front wheels in reduced braking efficiency. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on fuel consumption. If you have a long wait and you are not in turn off the engine and... traffic jams whenever possible. S Do not rest your brakes. The faster you only need to stop as little as possible or take advantage of your tires inflated at least once a month. S Keep the bottom of through streets to avoid sudden braking. This not only lessens weight but gently.
In Case of an Emergency
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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 4 162 162 165 166 172 177 178 161
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 4 162 162 165 166 172 177 178 161
In Case of an Emergency
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... engine coolant temperature has cooled to the person. IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Move cautiously off the jack and cause injury to normal, again check the...the vehicle on the side away from the traffic. well away from traffic. 5. Avoid stopping on your Lexus dealer. Park on or under the jack. Raising the vehicle with firm ground. 2. Fill it is ...an object on a level spot with jack improperly positioned will move and possibly cause unexpected accident. Call a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assisatnce or Customer Service Assistance. (See "Foreword.") 5. You should have it up to the ...
... engine coolant temperature has cooled to the person. IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Move cautiously off the jack and cause injury to normal, again check the...the vehicle on the side away from the traffic. well away from traffic. 5. Avoid stopping on your Lexus dealer. Park on or under the jack. Raising the vehicle with firm ground. 2. Fill it is ...an object on a level spot with jack improperly positioned will move and possibly cause unexpected accident. Call a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assisatnce or Customer Service Assistance. (See "Foreword.") 5. You should have it up to the ...
In Case of an Emergency
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... repair. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should famialiarize yourself with a deflated tire. " Joint When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the "contract" direction until the jack is free. When storing, turn the joint by ... ack and each tool, and their storage locations. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE Do not continue driving with the use of the cover. 2. " Spare tire Jack Wrench Jack handle 1. Get the jack, wrench and spare...
... repair. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should famialiarize yourself with a deflated tire. " Joint When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the "contract" direction until the jack is free. When storing, turn the joint by ... ack and each tool, and their storage locations. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE Do not continue driving with the use of the cover. 2. " Spare tire Jack Wrench Jack handle 1. Get the jack, wrench and spare...
In Case of an Emergency
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... the wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the spare tire cocver to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 3. Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . When storing the spare tire, place it . IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To remove the spare... tire: Loosen the nut and remove it. Remove the spare tire cover. Loosen the bolt and remove it with the ...
... the wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the spare tire cocver to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 3. Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . When storing the spare tire, place it . IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To remove the spare... tire: Loosen the nut and remove it. Remove the spare tire cover. Loosen the bolt and remove it with the ...
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... wrench to loosen them about one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the handle is positioned on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. 169 Be careful that you need more ground clearance when putting on a level and solid surface. 6. Make sure the jack is on... remove the nuts yet - Position the jack at the jack points as shown above. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to the nut so that the spare tire can be installed. just unscrew them . Allow for the fact that the wrench does not slip off the nut.
... wrench to loosen them about one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the handle is positioned on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. 169 Be careful that you need more ground clearance when putting on a level and solid surface. 6. Make sure the jack is on... remove the nuts yet - Position the jack at the jack points as shown above. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to the nut so that the spare tire can be installed. just unscrew them . Allow for the fact that the wrench does not slip off the nut.
In Case of an Emergency
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... supported by the jack alone. 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. Installation of wheels without good metal-to-metal contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and eventually... a loose fit) and turn it is properly positioned. ! CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when it clockwise. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire.
... supported by the jack alone. 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. Installation of wheels without good metal-to-metal contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and eventually... a loose fit) and turn it is properly positioned. ! CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when it clockwise. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire.
