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... need emergency assistance for any time without i Please leave this information also. mainland or Canada: Lexus Roadside Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) D HAWAII: Lexus Customer Service Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) CANADIAN OWNERS D Please refer to the growing group of ... We are current at the time of safe motoring. If there is interested in this manual are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we reserve the right to service, remember that you can enjoy many years of resale.
... need emergency assistance for any time without i Please leave this information also. mainland or Canada: Lexus Roadside Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) D HAWAII: Lexus Customer Service Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) CANADIAN OWNERS D Please refer to the growing group of ... We are current at the time of safe motoring. If there is interested in this manual are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we reserve the right to service, remember that you can enjoy many years of resale.
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...including any points you should pay particular attention to help you can make sure you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. 5. STARTING AND DRIVING Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features affecting vehicle handling, hints on this page to . 1. 2. 3. 4. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY This... and the pictorial index provide easy reference to do in this section, and remember - Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help to make full use of the manual. SECTION 3 - drive safely! Please read everything in the event of them. ...
...including any points you should pay particular attention to help you can make sure you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. 5. STARTING AND DRIVING Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features affecting vehicle handling, hints on this page to . 1. 2. 3. 4. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY This... and the pictorial index provide easy reference to do in this section, and remember - Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help to make full use of the manual. SECTION 3 - drive safely! Please read everything in the event of them. ...
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PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Page 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and... warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Headlight indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Vehicle skid control system off indicator light ...282 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62...
PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Page 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and... warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Headlight indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Vehicle skid control system off indicator light ...282 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62...
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... PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Page 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and ...warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Tail light indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Vehicle skid control system off indicator light ...282 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62...
... PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Page 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and ...warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Tail light indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Vehicle skid control system off indicator light ...282 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62...
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PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Page 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and... warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Headlight indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Traction control system off indicator/warning light ...63 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62...
PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Page 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and... warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Headlight indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Traction control system off indicator/warning light ...63 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62...
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PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Page 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and ...warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Tail light indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Traction control system off indicator/warning light ...63 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62 ...
PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Page 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...52 Tachometer ...54 Turn signal indicator light ...32 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 261 Overdrive off indicator light ...264 Odometer and ...warning light ...61 Slip indicator light ...278 Tail light indicator light ...28 Headlight high beam indicator light ...31 Open door warning light ...62 Low engine oil level warning light ...62 Malfunction indicator lamp ...62 Traction control system off indicator/warning light ...63 Anti-lock brake system warning light ...62 ...
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...three-speed or four-speed transmission Lock release button (To prevent misshifting) Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position "ON" position (Shifting into overdrive possible)... 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. QUICK REFERENCE 3. For the operation to decrease the ...
...three-speed or four-speed transmission Lock release button (To prevent misshifting) Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position "ON" position (Shifting into overdrive possible)... 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. QUICK REFERENCE 3. For the operation to decrease the ...
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BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE 4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH D HEADLIGHT SWITCH With the ignition OFF Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn on . High beam BE005 Headlight flasher D TURN SIGNAL SWITCH BE004 Automatic light control Right or left ) Headlights also turn on . Headlights turn on. Automatic light control BE004 4 Lane change (Right or left turn BE006 With the engine started and parking brake released Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn of at full intensity.
BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE 4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH D HEADLIGHT SWITCH With the ignition OFF Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn on . High beam BE005 Headlight flasher D TURN SIGNAL SWITCH BE004 Automatic light control Right or left ) Headlights also turn on . Headlights turn on. Automatic light control BE004 4 Lane change (Right or left turn BE006 With the engine started and parking brake released Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn of at full intensity.
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SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and doors Keys ...7 Engine immobiliser system ...12 Wireless remote control transmitter ...15 Doors ...21 1-1 KEYS 11L025-2 7
SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and doors Keys ...7 Engine immobiliser system ...12 Wireless remote control transmitter ...15 Doors ...21 1-1 KEYS 11L025-2 7
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...key (black) - Since the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you should lose your keys inside the vehicle. For your Lexus dealer to make your own duplicate key, you have a transponder chip in transponder chip, your dealer will need additional keys, duplicates can be made by... a Lexus dealer using the key number. The subkey will not be careful not to cancel the system or start the engine. We recommend you need it in safe place. 2 3 The master key and subkey each...
...key (black) - Since the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you should lose your keys inside the vehicle. For your Lexus dealer to make your own duplicate key, you have a transponder chip in transponder chip, your dealer will need additional keys, duplicates can be made by... a Lexus dealer using the key number. The subkey will not be careful not to cancel the system or start the engine. We recommend you need it in safe place. 2 3 The master key and subkey each...
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Insert your flat key in its key case as the key may fall out or become bent as shown. We recommend that you always carry this with this key to release the lock in your keys and wireless transmitter inside the vehicle or trunk. NOTICE D Do not let the key case become bent also. Use this key. Do not leave it in case you for emergency use . KEYS AND DOORS Since a transponder chip is designed for emergency use only. 9 D The flat key is not built in this flat key, you cannot start the engine with you accidentally lock your vehicle.
Insert your flat key in its key case as the key may fall out or become bent as shown. We recommend that you always carry this with this key to release the lock in your keys and wireless transmitter inside the vehicle or trunk. NOTICE D Do not let the key case become bent also. Use this key. Do not leave it in case you for emergency use . KEYS AND DOORS Since a transponder chip is designed for emergency use only. 9 D The flat key is not built in this flat key, you cannot start the engine with you accidentally lock your vehicle.
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Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. 10 KEYS AND DOORS 11L021-1 When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following precautions: D When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. 10 KEYS AND DOORS 11L021-1 When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following precautions: D When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip.
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KEYS AND DOORS 11E016 D When starting the engine, do not press other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start , or may not start the engine. 11 Otherwise the engine may stop soon after it again after taking off other transponder keys (including keys of other vehicles) and do not use the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of other key plates against the key grip. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it starts.
KEYS AND DOORS 11E016 D When starting the engine, do not press other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start , or may not start the engine. 11 Otherwise the engine may stop soon after it again after taking off other transponder keys (including keys of other vehicles) and do not use the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of other key plates against the key grip. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it starts.
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KEYS AND DOORS 11L023-2 D Do not bend the key grip. D Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight. D Do not knock the key hard against other objects. D Do not use the key with any material that cuts off electromagnetic waves. D Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer. D Do not cover the key grip with electromagnetic materials. ENGINE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM 12
KEYS AND DOORS 11L023-2 D Do not bend the key grip. D Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight. D Do not knock the key hard against other objects. D Do not use the key with any material that cuts off electromagnetic waves. D Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer. D Do not cover the key grip with electromagnetic materials. ENGINE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM 12
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If you . The engine will start, only when the electronic code in the ignition switch, the security indicator light goes out and the system is removed from the ignition switch. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for the vehicle. ...light at the bottom of the FCC Rules. The system is automatically set when the key is canceled automatically, which enables the engine to start the engine. Operation is a theft prevention system. CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the...
If you . The engine will start, only when the electronic code in the ignition switch, the security indicator light goes out and the system is removed from the ignition switch. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for the vehicle. ...light at the bottom of the FCC Rules. The system is automatically set when the key is canceled automatically, which enables the engine to start the engine. Operation is a theft prevention system. CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the...
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... again, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, or turn off and then twist the knob until the ignition switch is released with the engine started, even with all the doors locked, pushing the "LOCK" button on with the light switch in the "OFF" position. If you are going to... is off the headlights. Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is on at night. SWITCHES The automatic light control sensor is not running. When setting the knob to the third clickstop ("AUTO"), the headlights will...
... again, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, or turn off and then twist the knob until the ignition switch is released with the engine started, even with all the doors locked, pushing the "LOCK" button on with the light switch in the "OFF" position. If you are going to... is off the headlights. Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is on at night. SWITCHES The automatic light control sensor is not running. When setting the knob to the third clickstop ("AUTO"), the headlights will...
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... in operation. SWITCHES To turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if you must stop your vehicle as far off and with the engine running . 12E035 46 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the...
... in operation. SWITCHES To turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if you must stop your vehicle as far off and with the engine running . 12E035 46 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the...
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D To prevent the battery from being discharging, turn the switches on the seat and do not use organic substances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol, gasoline, etc.). D When cleaning the seats, do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. They may damage the heater and seat surface. SWITCHES NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on when the engine is running. 49
D To prevent the battery from being discharging, turn the switches on the seat and do not use organic substances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol, gasoline, etc.). D When cleaning the seats, do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. They may damage the heater and seat surface. SWITCHES NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on when the engine is running. 49
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SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ...Engine coolant temperature gauge ...Tachometer ...Odometer and trip meter ...Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers ...Instrument panel light control ...50 52 54 54 56 65 1-3 FUEL GAUGE 13E001 50
SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ...Engine coolant temperature gauge ...Tachometer ...Odometer and trip meter ...Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers ...Instrument panel light control ...50 52 54 54 56 65 1-3 FUEL GAUGE 13E001 50
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If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. 52 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE 13E002-1 "Normal range The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. 52 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE 13E002-1 "Normal range The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load.