1998 and later Air Bag Switch Kit for all models Air Bag
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... seat so that airbag D and allowing the driver, even if belted, to accommodate a rear- OWNERS: The U.S. My vehicle has no space is not able because: to pose a special risk for the child to ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to be turned OFF ONLY FOR THE FOLLOWING AT RISK OCCUPANTS. My vehicle has a rear seat too small to hit the steering wheel, dashboard...
... seat so that airbag D and allowing the driver, even if belted, to accommodate a rear- OWNERS: The U.S. My vehicle has no space is not able because: to pose a special risk for the child to ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to be turned OFF ONLY FOR THE FOLLOWING AT RISK OCCUPANTS. My vehicle has a rear seat too small to hit the steering wheel, dashboard...
Quick Reference Guide
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... select your route only when your vehicle. You, as the quality of a neighborhood, condition of streets, and availability of your vehicle is not moving. This system cannot warn you about the safety of Interest (POI) Input: This...driver, are solely responsible for five (5) seconds which shows the new settings. To display the climate control functions such as radio station presets, tape and CD play options, press the Audio Switch. 1998 Lexus Navigation System Quick Reference Guide Additional Quick Tips: To display the audio functions such as A/C, vent mode position, and fan speed...
... select your route only when your vehicle. You, as the quality of a neighborhood, condition of streets, and availability of your vehicle is not moving. This system cannot warn you about the safety of Interest (POI) Input: This...driver, are solely responsible for five (5) seconds which shows the new settings. To display the climate control functions such as radio station presets, tape and CD play options, press the Audio Switch. 1998 Lexus Navigation System Quick Reference Guide Additional Quick Tips: To display the audio functions such as A/C, vent mode position, and fan speed...
Quick Reference Guide
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... Touch Touch street name. Navigation Map/Guide Switch M. Navigation Destination Switch J A. Fan Motor Off Switch D. to input house number and then touch Select desired search condition and touch System will begin searching. to select desired step 5 step 6 step 7 step 8 Touch to input Touch street. Begin driving. Front Window Defrost Switch F. Navigation Menu Switch J. Dual Temperature Control Switch L. Temperature Control Switch B. Climate Control Mode Switch I K L M E. Audio Mode Switch K. Rear Window Defrost Switch G. A B C D E F G H I .
... Touch Touch street name. Navigation Map/Guide Switch M. Navigation Destination Switch J A. Fan Motor Off Switch D. to input house number and then touch Select desired search condition and touch System will begin searching. to select desired step 5 step 6 step 7 step 8 Touch to input Touch street. Begin driving. Front Window Defrost Switch F. Navigation Menu Switch J. Dual Temperature Control Switch L. Temperature Control Switch B. Climate Control Mode Switch I K L M E. Audio Mode Switch K. Rear Window Defrost Switch G. A B C D E F G H I .
Owners Manual
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... enjoy many years of safe motoring. This Owner's Manual explains the features of printing. Please read it comes to all models and explains all equipment, including options. If there is interested in this vehicle at any reason, please call the following number: U.S. Therefore, you need this manual applies to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your complete satisfaction...
... enjoy many years of safe motoring. This Owner's Manual explains the features of printing. Please read it comes to all models and explains all equipment, including options. If there is interested in this vehicle at any reason, please call the following number: U.S. Therefore, you need this manual applies to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your complete satisfaction...
Owners Manual
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... or performance problems resulting from the modification may even violate governmental regulations. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Guide", "Owner's Manual Supplement" or "Warranty Booklet". Installation of a mobile two-way radio system As the installation of by a qualified service shop or by the following Lexus limited warranties: D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the separate "Owner 's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule...
... or performance problems resulting from the modification may even violate governmental regulations. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Guide", "Owner's Manual Supplement" or "Warranty Booklet". Installation of a mobile two-way radio system As the installation of by a qualified service shop or by the following Lexus limited warranties: D New vehicle warranty D Emission control systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the separate "Owner 's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule...
Owners Manual
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... such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. Keys and doors Switches Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Interior equipment Exterior equipment Comfort adjustment Theft deterrent SECTION 5 - SECTION 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy reference to do in its best condition. If such a problem occurs, check the contents of your vehicle. SECTION 1 - Regular...
... such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. Keys and doors Switches Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Interior equipment Exterior equipment Comfort adjustment Theft deterrent SECTION 5 - SECTION 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy reference to do in its best condition. If such a problem occurs, check the contents of your vehicle. SECTION 1 - Regular...
Owners Manual
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... memory switch ...100 Power rear view mirror control switch ...68 Door lock switch and power window switches ...18, 24 Fuel filler door opener ...54 Trunk lid opener ...53 Hood lock release lever ...52 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch ...20, 22 Traction control system off switch ...173 Windshield wiper and washer switch ...22 Cruise control switch ...169 Emergency flasher switch ...26 Automatic air conditioning controls ...110 Car audio ...117 Parking brake lever ...144 Driving pattern selector switch ...148 Seat heater switches ...27 Ashtray ...44 Automatic transmission selector...
... memory switch ...100 Power rear view mirror control switch ...68 Door lock switch and power window switches ...18, 24 Fuel filler door opener ...54 Trunk lid opener ...53 Hood lock release lever ...52 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch ...20, 22 Traction control system off switch ...173 Windshield wiper and washer switch ...22 Cruise control switch ...169 Emergency flasher switch ...26 Automatic air conditioning controls ...110 Car audio ...117 Parking brake lever ...144 Driving pattern selector switch ...148 Seat heater switches ...27 Ashtray ...44 Automatic transmission selector...
Owners Manual
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... memory switch ...100 Power rear view mirror control switch ...68 Door lock switch and power window switches ...18, 24 Fuel filler door opener ...54 Trunk lid opener ...53 Hood lock release lever ...52 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch ...20, 22 Traction control system off switch ...173 Windshield wiper and washer switch ...22 Cruise control switch ...169 Emergency flasher switch ...26 Automatic air conditioning controls ...110 Car audio ...117 Parking brake lever ...144 Driving pattern selector switch ...159 Seat heater switches ...27 Ashtray ...44 Automatic transmission selector...
... memory switch ...100 Power rear view mirror control switch ...68 Door lock switch and power window switches ...18, 24 Fuel filler door opener ...54 Trunk lid opener ...53 Hood lock release lever ...52 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch ...20, 22 Traction control system off switch ...173 Windshield wiper and washer switch ...22 Cruise control switch ...169 Emergency flasher switch ...26 Automatic air conditioning controls ...110 Car audio ...117 Parking brake lever ...144 Driving pattern selector switch ...159 Seat heater switches ...27 Ashtray ...44 Automatic transmission selector...
Owners Manual
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.... The ignition key must be in the "ON" position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window and the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will help prevent icing, which could block your vision. The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has operated about 15 minutes. 23 SWITCHES The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on...
.... The ignition key must be in the "ON" position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window and the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will help prevent icing, which could block your vision. The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has operated about 15 minutes. 23 SWITCHES The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on...
Owners Manual
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... air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer or repair shop. (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer Once the ignition key is turned to operate, however, until the battery is loose or broken, the generator will continue to "ON" or "START", the reminder light flashes and buzzer comes on if the driver's seat belt is being discharged. Contact your Lexus dealer. (d) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure...
... air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer or repair shop. (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer Once the ignition key is turned to operate, however, until the battery is loose or broken, the generator will continue to "ON" or "START", the reminder light flashes and buzzer comes on if the driver's seat belt is being discharged. Contact your Lexus dealer. (d) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil pressure...
Owners Manual
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... engine. (f) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that the wheels could lock up during a sudden brake or braking on slippery road surfaces. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the oil level dipstick. (g) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on in your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. The fuel tank cap is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge...
... engine. (f) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that the wheels could lock up during a sudden brake or braking on slippery road surfaces. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the oil level dipstick. (g) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on in your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. The fuel tank cap is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge...
Owners Manual
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... as possible to service the vehicle. If either of the following conditions occurs, this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on (at the first or second clickstop), it comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible. (m) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the brake pedal is operating...
... as possible to service the vehicle. If either of the following conditions occurs, this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on (at the first or second clickstop), it comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible. (m) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the brake pedal is operating...
Owners Manual
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... as possible from the dashboard. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT CAUTION The driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be properly restrained using the available seat belts. This indicator comes on when the ignition key is designed to activate in response to the "ACC" or "ON" position. The SRS airbag system is turned to a severe frontal impact...
... as possible from the dashboard. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT CAUTION The driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be properly restrained using the available seat belts. This indicator comes on when the ignition key is designed to activate in response to the "ACC" or "ON" position. The SRS airbag system is turned to a severe frontal impact...
Owners Manual
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THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER 138 SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3- 1 138 140 142 142 145 146 147 158 168 169 173 175 178 179 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 (SC400) ...Automatic transmission (SC300) ...Electronic throttle control system Cruise control ...Traction control system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ...
THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER 138 SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3- 1 138 140 142 142 145 146 147 158 168 169 173 175 178 179 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 (SC400) ...Automatic transmission (SC300) ...Electronic throttle control system Cruise control ...Traction control system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ...
Owners Manual
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... more powerful engine braking will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to the second gear when the vehicle speed is being used, even if you need to the third gear when the vehicle speed is not cancelled. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. STARTING AND DRIVING To use the braking power of "3" position will downshift to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 172. 2 Shift into...
... more powerful engine braking will be obtained. The transmission will downshift to the second gear when the vehicle speed is being used, even if you need to the third gear when the vehicle speed is not cancelled. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. STARTING AND DRIVING To use the braking power of "3" position will downshift to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 172. 2 Shift into...
Owners Manual
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... from overheating. With the selector lever in "2" or "L", you can start in the first gear and automatically shift to overrev the engine. If you downshift from "D" to the first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 119 km/h (74 mph) and more powerful engine braking will be applied because the cruise control is being used in the first gear. The abrupt change in engine speed...
... from overheating. With the selector lever in "2" or "L", you can start in the first gear and automatically shift to overrev the engine. If you downshift from "D" to the first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 119 km/h (74 mph) and more powerful engine braking will be applied because the cruise control is being used in the first gear. The abrupt change in engine speed...
Owners Manual
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Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are worn to the extent that replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are not replaced when needed. 178 STARTING AND DRIVING BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT INDICATORS The brake pad wear limit indicators on your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are worn to the extent that replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are not replaced when needed. 178 STARTING AND DRIVING BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT INDICATORS The brake pad wear limit indicators on your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Owners Manual
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... local regulation. Maintenance D If you hitch up or nose-down condition, and check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes. Pre-towing safety check D Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is securely loaded so that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Break-in the "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". Adjust the tire pressure to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing...
... local regulation. Maintenance D If you hitch up or nose-down condition, and check for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes. Pre-towing safety check D Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is securely loaded so that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Break-in the "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". Adjust the tire pressure to any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing...
Owners Manual
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... correct pressure. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Do not carry unneeded weight in proper alignment. D Avoid lengthy warm-up and in turn off the engine and start again later. but also helps prevent corrosion. Remember, however, that your vehicle receives more kilometer/mileage from a liter/gallon of through streets to avoid traffic lights. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Try to time the traffic signals...
... correct pressure. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Do not carry unneeded weight in proper alignment. D Avoid lengthy warm-up and in turn off the engine and start again later. but also helps prevent corrosion. Remember, however, that your vehicle receives more kilometer/mileage from a liter/gallon of through streets to avoid traffic lights. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Try to time the traffic signals...
Owners Manual
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... hard steering, excessive freeplay or strange noise. Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism On a safe incline, check that it has the specified freeplay. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that the seat belt system such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. Seat belts Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are working. Brake...
... hard steering, excessive freeplay or strange noise. Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism On a safe incline, check that it has the specified freeplay. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that the seat belt system such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly. Seat belts Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Lights Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are working. Brake...
