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... control system off switch ...304 Headlight cleaner switch ...44 Seat heater switches ...53 Ashtray ...89 Height control switch ...301 Driving pattern selector switch ...281 Automatic transmission selector lever ...281 CD automatic changer ...254 Glove box ...92 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
... control system off switch ...304 Headlight cleaner switch ...44 Seat heater switches ...53 Ashtray ...89 Height control switch ...301 Driving pattern selector switch ...281 Automatic transmission selector lever ...281 CD automatic changer ...254 Glove box ...92 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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... control ...79 ODO/TRIP RESET button ...61 15 Turn signal indicator light ...38 16 Headlight indicator light ...35 Headlight high beam indicator light ...38 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 281 Fuel gauge ...57 Low fuel level warning light ...68 Cruise control indicator light ...297 Height control indicator light ...304 Power mode indicator...
... control ...79 ODO/TRIP RESET button ...61 15 Turn signal indicator light ...38 16 Headlight indicator light ...35 Headlight high beam indicator light ...38 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 281 Fuel gauge ...57 Low fuel level warning light ...68 Cruise control indicator light ...297 Height control indicator light ...304 Power mode indicator...
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... ...79 ODO/TRIP RESET button ...79 14 Turn signal indicator light ...38 15 Tail light indicator light ...35 Headlight high beam indicator light ...38 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 281 Fuel gauge ...57 Low fuel level warning light ...68 Cruise control indicator light ...297 Power mode indicator light ...295 Snow mode indicator...
... ...79 ODO/TRIP RESET button ...79 14 Turn signal indicator light ...38 15 Tail light indicator light ...35 Headlight high beam indicator light ...38 Automatic transmission indicator lights . 281 Fuel gauge ...57 Low fuel level warning light ...68 Cruise control indicator light ...297 Power mode indicator light ...295 Snow mode indicator...
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BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Wiper switch ...2 3 5 7 8 1
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Wiper switch ...2 3 5 7 8 1
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER 00L011-2 SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position for engine braking (Shifting into overdrive not possible)* 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 00L012a 5 BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE 3.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER 00L011-2 SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position for engine braking (Shifting into overdrive not possible)* 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 00L012a 5 BASIC OPERATION - QUICK REFERENCE 3.
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...tank is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge" on when the ignition key is a problem somewhere in your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. This light warns that there is turned to "ON", and will go off the engine, and...a problem somewhere in the following cases. D If the belt is O.K., there is a problem somewhere in case "c.", have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. (g) "ABS" Warning Light NOTICE Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is being discharged. When the "ABS...
...tank is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge" on when the ignition key is a problem somewhere in your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. This light warns that there is turned to "ON", and will go off the engine, and...a problem somewhere in the following cases. D If the belt is O.K., there is a problem somewhere in case "c.", have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. (g) "ABS" Warning Light NOTICE Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is being discharged. When the "ABS...
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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 ...Electronic throttle control system ...Cruise control ...Electronically modulated air suspension ...Traction control system ...Vehicle skid control system ...Brake system ...Types of tires ...271 274 275 276 279 280 281 295 297 301 304 307 313 319 3-1 THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER 271
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 ...Electronic throttle control system ...Cruise control ...Electronically modulated air suspension ...Traction control system ...Vehicle skid control system ...Brake system ...Types of tires ...271 274 275 276 279 280 281 295 297 301 304 307 313 319 3-1 THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER 271
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STARTING AND DRIVING 31L003-1 "LOCK" - To turn the key from "ACC" to the "LOCK" position, you must put the transmission selector lever in an emergency, you remove the key, the engine immobiliser system is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel ...
STARTING AND DRIVING 31L003-1 "LOCK" - To turn the key from "ACC" to the "LOCK" position, you must put the transmission selector lever in an emergency, you remove the key, the engine immobiliser system is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel ...
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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 ) 281 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 ) 281 This means you can only shift out of incorrect operation.
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... from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 300. 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is not cancelled. P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position for engine braking...
... from "D" to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 300. 3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking L: Position for maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is not cancelled. P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position for engine braking...
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The transmission must be in "How to "START". 284 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving 31L007a " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. Start the engine as instructed in "P" or "N". The engine will not start in any drive position even if the ignition key is turned to start the engine" on page 280.
The transmission must be in "How to "START". 284 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving 31L007a " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. Start the engine as instructed in "P" or "N". The engine will not start in any drive position even if the ignition key is turned to start the engine" on page 280.
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... For more responsively than in the "Normal" position. For "Snow" mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on and the transmission is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted down more powerful acceleration and sporty driving, use the "Normal" position to improve... fuel economy. 3. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you use the "Power" position. STARTING AND DRIVING " 1 Power position 3 Snow position 2 Normal position 2. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "...
... For more responsively than in the "Normal" position. For "Snow" mode, see "Electronic Throttle Control System" on and the transmission is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted down more powerful acceleration and sporty driving, use the "Normal" position to improve... fuel economy. 3. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you use the "Power" position. STARTING AND DRIVING " 1 Power position 3 Snow position 2 Normal position 2. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you to select "Power", "Normal" or "...
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Only in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear is low, the transmission will not shift 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 possible. Always use the "D" position to "D". STARTING AND DRIVING 31l055-2 " 1 "D" (Drive) position 2 Brake pedal 4. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 287
Only in this position, shifting into the overdrive gear is low, the transmission will not shift 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 possible. Always use the "D" position to "D". STARTING AND DRIVING 31l055-2 " 1 "D" (Drive) position 2 Brake pedal 4. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 287
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... If engine braking is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to obtain the suitable driving power and engine braking. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. STARTING AND DRIVING 5. In "4" position,... the automatic transmission system will start in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking 288 If you need to accelerate...
... If engine braking is needed, such as hill climbing, hard towing, etc. This provides more acceleration by automatically downshifting the transmission to obtain the suitable driving power and engine braking. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. STARTING AND DRIVING 5. In "4" position,... the automatic transmission system will start in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". (b) Using engine braking 288 If you need to accelerate...
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.... 2 Shift into the "2" position. If you downshift from "D" to the fourth gear and engine braking will be obtained. 3 Shift into the "3" position. The transmission will downshift to the first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 18 km/h (11 mph) and maximum engine braking will be...when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 154 km/h (96 mph) and more powerful engine braking than that of the engine, downshift the transmission in the way described below: 1 Shift into the "L" position. When the cruise control is being used, even if you need to the second ...
.... 2 Shift into the "2" position. If you downshift from "D" to the fourth gear and engine braking will be obtained. 3 Shift into the "3" position. The transmission will downshift to the first gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 18 km/h (11 mph) and maximum engine braking will be...when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 154 km/h (96 mph) and more powerful engine braking than that of the engine, downshift the transmission in the way described below: 1 Shift into the "L" position. When the cruise control is being used, even if you need to the second ...
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... mph) (42 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for strong engine braking as with the lever in "D". This may cause severe automatic transmission damage from going into the red zone. With the selector lever in "3" or "2", the vehicle will start the vehicle in motion as described previously. The...
... mph) (42 mph) D Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for strong engine braking as with the lever in "D". This may cause severe automatic transmission damage from going into the red zone. With the selector lever in "3" or "2", the vehicle will start the vehicle in motion as described previously. The...
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The selector lever must be in order to the "4" position. This can cause the transmission to the "D" position after climbing the slope. Always use overdrive. Be sure to shift the selector lever to overheat. This prevents the ... brake pedal while stopped with the accelerator pedal. D When towing a trailer, in the "4" position. STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly upshifts and downshifts between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical...
The selector lever must be in order to the "4" position. This can cause the transmission to the "D" position after climbing the slope. Always use overdrive. Be sure to shift the selector lever to overheat. This prevents the ... brake pedal while stopped with the accelerator pedal. D When towing a trailer, in the "4" position. STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly upshifts and downshifts between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical...
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...if people or objects are anywhere near the vehicle. D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent... damage to the transmission and other ways such as it forward and backward. D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ...
...if people or objects are anywhere near the vehicle. D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent... damage to the transmission and other ways such as it forward and backward. D If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ...
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... the ignition switch off in snow. STARTING AND DRIVING In the power mode, the "ECT PWR" light in the instrument cluster is on and the transmission is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted down more responsively than in the instrument cluster comes on. To return to the normal mode...
... the ignition switch off in snow. STARTING AND DRIVING In the power mode, the "ECT PWR" light in the instrument cluster is on and the transmission is shifted up at higher vehicle speeds and shifted down more responsively than in the instrument cluster comes on. To return to the normal mode...
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... use engine braking to slow down a gradient, within the limits of engine performance. When the cruise control is on, the driving pattern of the automatic transmission is fixed in heavy or varying traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow-covered) or winding roads. If the vehicle speed is better to... a slight speed change will occur so it is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to drive without the cruise control. On steeper hills, a great speed change may occur when driving up or down . 297
... use engine braking to slow down a gradient, within the limits of engine performance. When the cruise control is on, the driving pattern of the automatic transmission is fixed in heavy or varying traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow-covered) or winding roads. If the vehicle speed is better to... a slight speed change will occur so it is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to drive without the cruise control. On steeper hills, a great speed change may occur when driving up or down . 297
