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...: 9.0 L (9.5 qt., 7.9 lmp. SAE 5W-30 if normal temperatures are permitted by law, add 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 5 psi) to 4 occupants weight Front tires ...210 (2.1, 30) ...210 (2.1, 30) Rear tires ...210 (2.1, 30) ...210 (2.1, 30) For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in countries... to vehicle capacity to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure molded on the tire sidewall. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Automatic transmission ...
...: 9.0 L (9.5 qt., 7.9 lmp. SAE 5W-30 if normal temperatures are permitted by law, add 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 5 psi) to 4 occupants weight Front tires ...210 (2.1, 30) ...210 (2.1, 30) Rear tires ...210 (2.1, 30) ...210 (2.1, 30) For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in countries... to vehicle capacity to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure molded on the tire sidewall. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Automatic transmission ...
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... switches on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on when the engine is running. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 35 SWITCHES CAUTION Occupants must use caution when operating the seat heater because they may damage the heater and...
... switches on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on when the engine is running. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 35 SWITCHES CAUTION Occupants must use caution when operating the seat heater because they may damage the heater and...
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... the buzzer stops after the parking brake is released while the engine is running, immediately stop . 42 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Once the ignition key is turned to buckle up the driver's seat belt. Have...does not come on. If luggage load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built-in sensors in the following cases when the ... even after about 4 to an immediate stop your vehicle at your Lexus dealer in the seat cushion may not work properly and your Lexus dealer. CAUTION It is low. In this case, the brakes may...
... the buzzer stops after the parking brake is released while the engine is running, immediately stop . 42 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Once the ignition key is turned to buckle up the driver's seat belt. Have...does not come on. If luggage load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built-in sensors in the following cases when the ... even after about 4 to an immediate stop your vehicle at your Lexus dealer in the seat cushion may not work properly and your Lexus dealer. CAUTION It is low. In this case, the brakes may...
Owners Manual
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See "Luggage stowage precautions" for passengers. CAUTION D To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward during braking, do not carry unnecessary weight. 14R083 To secure your luggage, use the tie-down hooks as shown above. It is not designed for precautions to observe in loading luggage... at all items are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or a collision. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 69 Placing the weight as far forward as possible. Keep luggage or packages low, as close to the floor as possible helps maintain vehicle balance....
See "Luggage stowage precautions" for passengers. CAUTION D To prevent luggage or packages from sliding forward during braking, do not carry unnecessary weight. 14R083 To secure your luggage, use the tie-down hooks as shown above. It is not designed for precautions to observe in loading luggage... at all items are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or a collision. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 69 Placing the weight as far forward as possible. Keep luggage or packages low, as close to the floor as possible helps maintain vehicle balance....
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Or they may injure the vehicle occupants. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on top of the vehicle. They may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the instrument panel. In an accident they may interfere with objects left on the tire pressure label. 70 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) INTERIOR EQUIPMENT D Do not drive with the driver's field of view.
Or they may injure the vehicle occupants. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on top of the vehicle. They may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the instrument panel. In an accident they may interfere with objects left on the tire pressure label. 70 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) INTERIOR EQUIPMENT D Do not drive with the driver's field of view.
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... system, see "Child restraint" on vehicles with side airbags. For instructions concerning the installation of the front seats on page 115. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 111 D Do not apply excessive weight to kneel on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in use. The side airbag inflates with considerable...
... system, see "Child restraint" on vehicles with side airbags. For instructions concerning the installation of the front seats on page 115. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 111 D Do not apply excessive weight to kneel on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in use. The side airbag inflates with considerable...
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... scales found at a highway weighing station, building supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 211 Ask your Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. Your safety and satisfaction depend...
... scales found at a highway weighing station, building supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 211 Ask your Lexus dealer for commercial purposes. Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. Your safety and satisfaction depend...
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... the trailer and the remaining 40 % in the front. The gross vehicle weight is 9 to 11% Total trailer weight D Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the rear. 212 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) It also includes the weight of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load...
... the trailer and the remaining 40 % in the front. The gross vehicle weight is 9 to 11% Total trailer weight D Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the rear. 212 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) It also includes the weight of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load...
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... ball. Determine the correct trailer ball size for your Lexus dealer. The trailer ball load rating should be printed on the bumper; D Follow the directions supplied by Lexus dealer and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. Select the appropriate trailer ball to the axle... housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 213 After removing the hitch, seal any mounting...
... ball. Determine the correct trailer ball size for your Lexus dealer. The trailer ball load rating should be printed on the bumper; D Follow the directions supplied by Lexus dealer and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. Select the appropriate trailer ball to the axle... housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 213 After removing the hitch, seal any mounting...
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...should be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. D Never tap into another lane. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 215 DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that your vehicle's hydraulic system as it becomes damaged or separated. Leave...'s tires are required. Tires D Ensure that conform to any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 450 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are properly inflated. For correct safety chain procedures, follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer's ...
...should be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. D Never tap into another lane. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 215 DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that your vehicle's hydraulic system as it becomes damaged or separated. Leave...'s tires are required. Tires D Ensure that conform to any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 450 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are properly inflated. For correct safety chain procedures, follow the hitch or trailer manufacturer's ...
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... make your brakes. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on fuel consumption. This not only lessens weight but gently. If you have a long wait and you are not in proper alignment. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. Avoid hitting the... The faster you only need to avoid sudden braking. It will cut down on the engine, which you are traveling. but also helps prevent corrosion. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 219 D Avoid long engine idling. Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. Avoid jackrabbit starts. just take it is running ...
... make your brakes. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on fuel consumption. This not only lessens weight but gently. If you have a long wait and you are not in proper alignment. Stop-and-go driving wastes fuel. Avoid hitting the... The faster you only need to avoid sudden braking. It will cut down on the engine, which you are traveling. but also helps prevent corrosion. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 219 D Avoid long engine idling. Keep a proper distance from mud, etc. Avoid jackrabbit starts. just take it is running ...
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... wheel precautions" on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire pressure" through 285. 276 2001 Y RX300_U (OM48431U) TIRES AND WHEELS Tire size Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Vehicle loaded up to vehicle capacity weight Spare tire Trailer towing (conventional and snow tires) P225/70R16 101S 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2 or...
... wheel precautions" on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire pressure" through 285. 276 2001 Y RX300_U (OM48431U) TIRES AND WHEELS Tire size Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Vehicle loaded up to vehicle capacity weight Spare tire Trailer towing (conventional and snow tires) P225/70R16 101S 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2 or...
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..., low tire pressure can be located so that are given on as soon as possible. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are even just a few pounds off can reduce tire life and make your tire pressures at least 3 hours and ...for at the proper level. And don't forget the spare! If a tire needs frequent refilling, have new ones put on the label. If your Lexus dealer. The appearance of the tire can cause poor sealing of blowouts from road hazards. 63R015 The following instructions for the spare tire should be...
..., low tire pressure can be located so that are given on as soon as possible. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are even just a few pounds off can reduce tire life and make your tire pressures at least 3 hours and ...for at the proper level. And don't forget the spare! If a tire needs frequent refilling, have new ones put on the label. If your Lexus dealer. The appearance of the tire can cause poor sealing of blowouts from road hazards. 63R015 The following instructions for the spare tire should be...
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... calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 285 Correct replacement wheels are still tight after driving your aluminum wheels. ALUMINUM WHEEL PRECAUTIONS D When installing aluminum wheels..., check that they may damage the drive system. NOTICE Four-wheel drive models: Do not use only Lexus balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. D When balancing your wheels, use wheels of different brands, sizes and constructions.
... calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 285 Correct replacement wheels are still tight after driving your aluminum wheels. ALUMINUM WHEEL PRECAUTIONS D When installing aluminum wheels..., check that they may damage the drive system. NOTICE Four-wheel drive models: Do not use only Lexus balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. D When balancing your wheels, use wheels of different brands, sizes and constructions.
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FUEL TANK Capacity 75 L (19.8 gal., 16.5 lmp.gal.) 4580 mm (180.3 in.) 1815 mm (71.5 in.) 1670 mm (65.7 in.)* 2615 mm (103 in.) 1565 mm (61.6 in.) 1550 mm (61.0 in.) 380 kg (840 lb.) 304 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Rear Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) *Unladen vehicle - BODY SPECIFICATIONS - DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Tread - Front -
FUEL TANK Capacity 75 L (19.8 gal., 16.5 lmp.gal.) 4580 mm (180.3 in.) 1815 mm (71.5 in.) 1670 mm (65.7 in.)* 2615 mm (103 in.) 1565 mm (61.6 in.) 1550 mm (61.0 in.) 380 kg (840 lb.) 304 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Rear Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) *Unladen vehicle - BODY SPECIFICATIONS - DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Tread - Front -
User Guide 1
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... the loading instructions of a damaged tire could result in poor condition. Always look for any such damage is remaining. Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for signs of tread is found, the tire must be caused by a Michelin retailer at normal speeds, examine your vehicle. 73 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l When you see...
... the loading instructions of a damaged tire could result in poor condition. Always look for any such damage is remaining. Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for signs of tread is found, the tire must be caused by a Michelin retailer at normal speeds, examine your vehicle. 73 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l When you see...