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...and front passenger airbags fail. If the light flashes, the seat belt pretensioners fail. 16X026b 111 Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the suspension system. D The light does not come on as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player. D Modification of the...in some cases. This SRS has an indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to the front end. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT NOTICE Do not perform any other equipment to service the vehicle. D ...
...and front passenger airbags fail. If the light flashes, the seat belt pretensioners fail. 16X026b 111 Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the suspension system. D The light does not come on as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player. D Modification of the...in some cases. This SRS has an indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to the front end. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT NOTICE Do not perform any other equipment to service the vehicle. D ...
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 174 175 176 176 177 178 179 187 188 190 193 201 202 206 206 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 ...Four-wheel drive system ...Rear differential lock system ...Cruise control ...Active height control suspension (AHC) ...Adaptive variable suspension (AVS) ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ... 173
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 174 175 176 176 177 178 179 187 188 190 193 201 202 206 206 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 ...Four-wheel drive system ...Rear differential lock system ...Cruise control ...Active height control suspension (AHC) ...Adaptive variable suspension (AVS) ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Types of tires ... 173
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D The indicator light does not come on . If any of the following conditions then occurs, there is the case, contact your Lexus dealer and have your desired height among the "HI" (high), "N" (normal) and "LO" (low) modes with the height select switch. 31X048b (a) Vehicle height modes D "HI"... the cruise control, push the main switch to turn the system off and then push it again to turn it comes on . Select your Lexus inspected. ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION (AHC) This active height control suspension controls the vehicle height depending on the vehicle driving condition.
D The indicator light does not come on . If any of the following conditions then occurs, there is the case, contact your Lexus dealer and have your desired height among the "HI" (high), "N" (normal) and "LO" (low) modes with the height select switch. 31X048b (a) Vehicle height modes D "HI"... the cruise control, push the main switch to turn the system off and then push it again to turn it comes on . Select your Lexus inspected. ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION (AHC) This active height control suspension controls the vehicle height depending on the vehicle driving condition.
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... control lever at "H", there is lower than 3/4 turns with the vehicle stopped. D The suspension fluid temperature is a vehicle speed limit. Refer to the following cases the active height control suspension does not operate even if the above conditions are all met. If the engine is automatically ...selected when the vehicle begins to move in the low mode. D Driving on bumpy roads, which may cause the suspension to fully elongate. D The height control "OFF" indicator light should be closed. However, the vehicle height cannot be raised if the vehicle...
... control lever at "H", there is lower than 3/4 turns with the vehicle stopped. D The suspension fluid temperature is a vehicle speed limit. Refer to the following cases the active height control suspension does not operate even if the above conditions are all met. If the engine is automatically ...selected when the vehicle begins to move in the low mode. D Driving on bumpy roads, which may cause the suspension to fully elongate. D The height control "OFF" indicator light should be closed. However, the vehicle height cannot be raised if the vehicle...
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... the normal vehicle height. Operate it again. 196 If this is because the vehicle is loaded too heavily. To prevent this, the active height control suspension should be raised if the vehicle load exceeds the following limits: 31X049b " 1 Higher 2 Lower To change the vehicle height frequently, the pump may not be...
... the normal vehicle height. Operate it again. 196 If this is because the vehicle is loaded too heavily. To prevent this, the active height control suspension should be raised if the vehicle load exceeds the following limits: 31X049b " 1 Higher 2 Lower To change the vehicle height frequently, the pump may not be...
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...Selecting the high mode: Push the height select switch on the "Y" side when the vehicle speed is turned on. (e) Turning off the active height control suspension with the vehicle stopped, push the height control switch. D Selecting the normal mode: To change the normal mode to normal, push the height select ..., push the switch once. If you push the switch again, the height control "OFF" indicator light goes out and the active height control suspension is under about 30 seconds until the low mode changes to high, push the switch twice. If the underbody of the vehicle touches the rugged...
...Selecting the high mode: Push the height select switch on the "Y" side when the vehicle speed is turned on. (e) Turning off the active height control suspension with the vehicle stopped, push the height control switch. D Selecting the normal mode: To change the normal mode to normal, push the height select ..., push the switch once. If you push the switch again, the height control "OFF" indicator light goes out and the active height control suspension is under about 30 seconds until the low mode changes to high, push the switch twice. If the underbody of the vehicle touches the rugged...
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... your vehicle gets ditched, turn off with the height control switch. Even after the active height control suspension is turned off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch. If you drive through deep water over about 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the vehicle ..., be towed, put the vehicle height in the HI (High) mode with the active height select switch and then turn off the active height control suspension with the height control switch, if the vehicle speed exceeds 30 km (18 mph), the active height control automatically selects the normal mode. 198 " ...
... your vehicle gets ditched, turn off with the height control switch. Even after the active height control suspension is turned off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch. If you drive through deep water over about 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the vehicle ..., be towed, put the vehicle height in the HI (High) mode with the active height select switch and then turn off the active height control suspension with the height control switch, if the vehicle speed exceeds 30 km (18 mph), the active height control automatically selects the normal mode. 198 " ...
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...If the underbody of the vehicle has touched the surface on . If it goes out after a few seconds, the active height control suspension operates correctly. Although there is operated. The present mode indicator light goes off . After the vehicle height control reaches the high mode... light goes off and the ready mode indicator light blinks. (The vehicle height changes.) 2. When the active height control suspension is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as follows: 1. After the vehicle height has changed completely, the changed mode indicator light stays on ,...
...If the underbody of the vehicle has touched the surface on . If it goes out after a few seconds, the active height control suspension operates correctly. Although there is operated. The present mode indicator light goes off . After the vehicle height control reaches the high mode... light goes off and the ready mode indicator light blinks. (The vehicle height changes.) 2. When the active height control suspension is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as follows: 1. After the vehicle height has changed completely, the changed mode indicator light stays on ,...
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... side to the previous height. After warming up with the underbody of the vehicle. When the suspension fluid temperature is nothing that will be in the ready mode. Consult your Lexus dealer. 200 If you start the engine, the vehicle returns to the selected height when the vehicle... engine, the vehicle height may gradually lower. In this case, operating the height select switch does not change in cold weather when the suspension fluid temperature drops below -15_C (5_F). (h) Parking and stopping tips If you start the engine, the vehicle returns to select the desired...
... side to the previous height. After warming up with the underbody of the vehicle. When the suspension fluid temperature is nothing that will be in the ready mode. Consult your Lexus dealer. 200 If you start the engine, the vehicle returns to the selected height when the vehicle... engine, the vehicle height may gradually lower. In this case, operating the height select switch does not change in cold weather when the suspension fluid temperature drops below -15_C (5_F). (h) Parking and stopping tips If you start the engine, the vehicle returns to select the desired...
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... If the height control "OFF" indicator light goes out, the active height control suspension returns to provide good riding comfort. 201 If the height control "OFF" indicator blinks again, bring your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as on winding mountain roads and high speed driving We recommend you... speed driving For sporty type driving such as possible and have it again. Stop the engine and start it checked. ADAPTIVE VARIABLE SUSPENSION (AVS) This adaptive variable suspension adjusts the damping effect on a bumpy road For ordinary driving such as in the active height control...
... If the height control "OFF" indicator light goes out, the active height control suspension returns to provide good riding comfort. 201 If the height control "OFF" indicator blinks again, bring your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as on winding mountain roads and high speed driving We recommend you... speed driving For sporty type driving such as possible and have it again. Stop the engine and start it checked. ADAPTIVE VARIABLE SUSPENSION (AVS) This adaptive variable suspension adjusts the damping effect on a bumpy road For ordinary driving such as in the active height control...
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... at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than low-slung sports cars are also risking expensive damage to your vehicle's suspension and chassis. 32X001a This vehicle is one of the class of vehicles which have much more sensitive to side winds than an ordinary passenger car...
... at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than low-slung sports cars are also risking expensive damage to your vehicle's suspension and chassis. 32X001a This vehicle is one of the class of vehicles which have much more sensitive to side winds than an ordinary passenger car...
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.... See page 183. The abrupt change in the HI (High) mode with the active height select switch and then turn off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch. DRIVING TIPS CAUTION D Before driving off, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake...
.... See page 183. The abrupt change in the HI (High) mode with the active height select switch and then turn off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch. DRIVING TIPS CAUTION D Before driving off, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake...
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... and the safety of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. Ask your vehicle or trailer. For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect..."LO" (Low) mode and push the active height control switch to turn off the active height control suspension. This product is a possibility it hard to release. Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for further details before towing....
... and the safety of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. Ask your vehicle or trailer. For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect..."LO" (Low) mode and push the active height control switch to turn off the active height control suspension. This product is a possibility it hard to release. Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for further details before towing....
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... may not be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in respect to the scheduled maintenance information in schedule D Lexus recommends that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000... load, the normal mode may damage your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of driving. 220 Put the active height control suspension in line and perform the following: 1. Drive with sufficient care because of trailer driving. For this information, please refer to the ...
... may not be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in respect to the scheduled maintenance information in schedule D Lexus recommends that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000... load, the normal mode may damage your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of driving. 220 Put the active height control suspension in line and perform the following: 1. Drive with sufficient care because of trailer driving. For this information, please refer to the ...
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...-up or nose-down condition, and check for about 20 seconds until the rear vehicle height is in the "N" mode. Put the active height control suspension in the "LO" mode. (Make sure the vehicle height is lowered by 100 mm (4 in line and perform the following: 1. DRIVING TIPS Disconnecting a ... the hitch higher and repeat steps 2 through 5. 7. Turn the ignition switch off or push the height control switch to turn off the active height control suspension. 3. Set the supporting leg of a trailer on the "B"side.) 2. Move the vehicle forward in the "LO" mode where the hitch does not touch ...
...-up or nose-down condition, and check for about 20 seconds until the rear vehicle height is in the "N" mode. Put the active height control suspension in the "LO" mode. (Make sure the vehicle height is lowered by 100 mm (4 in line and perform the following: 1. DRIVING TIPS Disconnecting a ... the hitch higher and repeat steps 2 through 5. 7. Turn the ignition switch off or push the height control switch to turn off the active height control suspension. 3. Set the supporting leg of a trailer on the "B"side.) 2. Move the vehicle forward in the "LO" mode where the hitch does not touch ...
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... "P". D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle during wheel changing. CAUTION When jacking, be sure to fall off the active height control suspension by a jack. Stop the engine and turn on or under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. D Use the jack only...
... "P". D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle during wheel changing. CAUTION When jacking, be sure to fall off the active height control suspension by a jack. Stop the engine and turn on or under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. D Use the jack only...
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... your vehicle, make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle is towed, put the vehicle height in good condition. For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on the ground must be in the "N" (Normal) mode and push the active height control switch to the tow truck driver. IN CASE OF... following few precautions are damaged, use a towing dolly. (a) Towing with rear wheels on the ground, as this page to turn off the active height control suspension. Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. The wheels and axle on page 193.
... your vehicle, make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle is towed, put the vehicle height in good condition. For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on the ground must be in the "N" (Normal) mode and push the active height control switch to the tow truck driver. IN CASE OF... following few precautions are damaged, use a towing dolly. (a) Towing with rear wheels on the ground, as this page to turn off the active height control suspension. Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. The wheels and axle on page 193.
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... page 279 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with only the parking brake applied. Suspension fluid level Make sure the suspension fluid level is sufficient fluid in the sound of the battery, however, see -through the reservoir. Exhaust system If you... sure there is correct. Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the Upper and Lower lines on a level spot. Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. each time when refueling. See page 273 for additional information. On a safe incline, check that , on a safe...
... page 279 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with only the parking brake applied. Suspension fluid level Make sure the suspension fluid level is sufficient fluid in the sound of the battery, however, see -through the reservoir. Exhaust system If you... sure there is correct. Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the Upper and Lower lines on a level spot. Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. each time when refueling. See page 273 for additional information. On a safe incline, check that , on a safe...
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MAINTENANCE DOES YOUR VEHICLE NEED REPAIRING? oil pressure gauge stays low. It probably needs adjustment or repair. Be on a level road D Strange noises related to suspension movement D Loss of these clues, take your vehicle to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal D Engine continually runs hot; It ... damage and possibly personal injury. 254 If you notice any of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost touches floors, vehicle pulls to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
MAINTENANCE DOES YOUR VEHICLE NEED REPAIRING? oil pressure gauge stays low. It probably needs adjustment or repair. Be on a level road D Strange noises related to suspension movement D Loss of these clues, take your vehicle to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal D Engine continually runs hot; It ... damage and possibly personal injury. 254 If you notice any of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost touches floors, vehicle pulls to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
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INTRODUCTION ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Fuse box Battery Washer fluid tank Fuse box Engine coolant reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Suspension fluid reservoir 61X004c 8 9 10 257
INTRODUCTION ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Fuse box Battery Washer fluid tank Fuse box Engine coolant reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Suspension fluid reservoir 61X004c 8 9 10 257