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... ...98 Emergency flasher switch ...53 Clock ...81 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ...66 Automatic air conditioning controls ...192 Car audio ...211 Ashtray ...81 Automatic transmission selector lever ...262 Cup holders ...88 Driving pattern selector switch ...262 Seat heater switches ...54 Vehicle skid control system OFF switch ...288 Glovebox/CD automatic...
... ...98 Emergency flasher switch ...53 Clock ...81 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ...66 Automatic air conditioning controls ...192 Car audio ...211 Ashtray ...81 Automatic transmission selector lever ...262 Cup holders ...88 Driving pattern selector switch ...262 Seat heater switches ...54 Vehicle skid control system OFF switch ...288 Glovebox/CD automatic...
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... Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Shift position indicator for manual control ...272 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
... Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Shift position indicator for manual control ...272 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
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... 13 14 15 Page 16 17 18 Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
... 13 14 15 Page 16 17 18 Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
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... Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Shift position indicator for manual control ...272 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
... Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Shift position indicator for manual control ...272 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
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... 13 14 15 Page 16 17 18 Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
... 13 14 15 Page 16 17 18 Tachometer ...61 Turn signal indicator light ...39 Odometer and trip meter ...62 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...60 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...262 Fuel gauge ...59 ODO/TRIP, RESET button ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...68 Low engine oil level warning light ...68 Open door warning...
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BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...2 Steering wheel ...3 Automatic transmission ...4 Headlight and turn signal switch ...6 Wiper switch ...7 1
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...2 Steering wheel ...3 Automatic transmission ...4 Headlight and turn signal switch ...6 Wiper switch ...7 1
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QUICK REFERENCE 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION LEVER OF SELECTOR BG006 SELECTOR LEVER POSITION BG007 K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 4 BASIC OPERATION -
QUICK REFERENCE 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION LEVER OF SELECTOR BG006 SELECTOR LEVER POSITION BG007 K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 4 BASIC OPERATION -
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... Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for one block. It is not designed to a safe place and stop . It may ruin the engine. (h) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on while you are driving in case c., have your vehicle checked/repaired by your engine electrical system, automatic transmission ...the oil level dipstick. (g) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. (For instructions, see "Checking the engine oil level" on page 371.) While driving on steep inclines or ...
... Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for one block. It is not designed to a safe place and stop . It may ruin the engine. (h) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on while you are driving in case c., have your vehicle checked/repaired by your engine electrical system, automatic transmission ...the oil level dipstick. (g) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. (For instructions, see "Checking the engine oil level" on page 371.) While driving on steep inclines or ...
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Three-way catalytic converter ...252 Engine exhaust caution ...255 Before starting the engine ...256 Ignition switch with steering lock ...257 Parking brake ...260 How to start the engine ...261 Automatic transmission ...262 Electronic throttle control system ...279 Cruise control ...280 Traction control system ...284 Vehicle skid control system ...286 Brake system ... 3- 1 251
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Three-way catalytic converter ...252 Engine exhaust caution ...255 Before starting the engine ...256 Ignition switch with steering lock ...257 Parking brake ...260 How to start the engine ...261 Automatic transmission ...262 Electronic throttle control system ...279 Cruise control ...280 Traction control system ...284 Vehicle skid control system ...286 Brake system ... 3- 1 251
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... key from "ACC" to "ACC". 259 To free it, first be removed only at the "LOCK" position. If, in an emergency, you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. Engine is off while the vehicle is pushed all the...
... key from "ACC" to "ACC". 259 To free it, first be removed only at the "LOCK" position. If, in an emergency, you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. Engine is off while the vehicle is pushed all the...
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This means you can only shift out of incorrect operation. STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in "ON" position. (K ) 262
This means you can only shift out of incorrect operation. STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in "ON" position. (K ) 262
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STARTING AND DRIVING Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever (a) Normal driving 265
STARTING AND DRIVING Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever (a) Normal driving 265
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The transmission must be in any drive position even if the ignition key is turned to start in "P" or "N". The engine will not start the engine" on page 261. STARTING AND DRIVING 31G030 " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to "START". 31G027-1 266
The transmission must be in any drive position even if the ignition key is turned to start in "P" or "N". The engine will not start the engine" on page 261. STARTING AND DRIVING 31G030 " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to "START". 31G027-1 266
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...Power" position, the "ECT PWR" light in the "Normal" position. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "Snow" mode to improve fuel economy. 3. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you use the "Power" position. For more ..., use the "Normal" position to suit your driving condition. For "Snow" mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on and the transmission is on page 279. 267 STARTING AND DRIVING " 1 Power position 2 Normal position 3 Snow position 2. Set the driving pattern selector switch ...
...Power" position, the "ECT PWR" light in the "Normal" position. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "Snow" mode to improve fuel economy. 3. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you use the "Power" position. For more ..., use the "Normal" position to suit your driving condition. For "Snow" mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on and the transmission is on page 279. 267 STARTING AND DRIVING " 1 Power position 2 Normal position 3 Snow position 2. Set the driving pattern selector switch ...
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Always use the "D" position to "D". Only in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear even in the "D" position. (See "(b) Using engine braking" and "(f) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) CAUTION Never put your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. However, while the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear is possible. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 268 STARTING AND DRIVING 31G031 " 1 Brake pedal 2 "D" (Drive) position 4.
Always use the "D" position to "D". Only in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear even in the "D" position. (See "(b) Using engine braking" and "(f) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) CAUTION Never put your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. However, while the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear is possible. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 268 STARTING AND DRIVING 31G031 " 1 Brake pedal 2 "D" (Drive) position 4.
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... running conditions such as in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking 31G032 269 This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to the full throttle position. If engine braking is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for the running...
... running conditions such as in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking 31G032 269 This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to the full throttle position. If engine braking is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for the running...
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... speed is or becomes lower than the speed listed below and more powerful engine braking than the speed listed below : 1 Shift into the "L" position. The transmission will downshift to the fourth gear and engine braking will be obtained. GS400 km/h (mph) (mph) "3" ) "2" ) "L" ) 147 (91) 99 (... speed is not cancelled. Shift into the "4" position. STARTING AND DRIVING To use the braking power of "3" position will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to "4", engine braking will be obtained. 4 3 Shift into the "3" position. When the cruise control is being used, even ...
... speed is or becomes lower than the speed listed below and more powerful engine braking than the speed listed below : 1 Shift into the "L" position. The transmission will downshift to the fourth gear and engine braking will be obtained. GS400 km/h (mph) (mph) "3" ) "2" ) "L" ) 147 (91) 99 (... speed is not cancelled. Shift into the "4" position. STARTING AND DRIVING To use the braking power of "3" position will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to "4", engine braking will be obtained. 4 3 Shift into the "3" position. When the cruise control is being used, even ...
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... the previous page. 2 warning tones sound in any of the steering wheel, the transmission upshifts to "4", "3" and then "2". Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you cannot downshift or upshift the transmission using the switches on the steering wheel. In this case, it is shown on ...the instrument cluster. The transmission works exactly in the same way as possible. Pushing either ...
... the previous page. 2 warning tones sound in any of the steering wheel, the transmission upshifts to "4", "3" and then "2". Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you cannot downshift or upshift the transmission using the switches on the steering wheel. In this case, it is shown on ...the instrument cluster. The transmission works exactly in the same way as possible. Pushing either ...
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... into the red zone. STARTING AND DRIVING With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for your reference: GS400 300 km/h (mph) /h (mph) "3" 81) "2" 53) "L" 34) 153 (95) 100 (62) 65 (40) 130 ( 85 ( 55 ( km GS D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the...
... into the red zone. STARTING AND DRIVING With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for your reference: GS400 300 km/h (mph) /h (mph) "3" 81) "2" 53) "L" 34) 153 (95) 100 (62) 65 (40) 130 ( 85 ( 55 ( km GS D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the...
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... brake. (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck CAUTION If your foot on an upgrade with the engine running. STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice If the transmission repeatedly upshifts and downshifts between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the "D" position after climbing the slope... vehicle on the brake pedal while stopped with the accelerator pedal. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the "4" position. This can cause the transmission to nearby people or objects. 277
... brake. (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck CAUTION If your foot on an upgrade with the engine running. STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice If the transmission repeatedly upshifts and downshifts between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the "D" position after climbing the slope... vehicle on the brake pedal while stopped with the accelerator pedal. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the "4" position. This can cause the transmission to nearby people or objects. 277