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For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on page 397. Consult your Lexus dealer before performing any of these instructions can result in the illustration. The seat belt pretensioners are activated, an operating noise may cause the curtain ..., which could result in death or serious injury. Such a use tires or wheels other than specified on page 87. D Do not modify or change the suspension system. Such luggage may be heard and a small amount of the seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could result in death or serious...
For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on page 397. Consult your Lexus dealer before performing any of these instructions can result in the illustration. The seat belt pretensioners are activated, an operating noise may cause the curtain ..., which could result in death or serious injury. Such a use tires or wheels other than specified on page 87. D Do not modify or change the suspension system. Such luggage may be heard and a small amount of the seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could result in death or serious...
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... cause death or serious injury. D Do not place luggage heavier than the manufacturer's recommended size. D Do not modify or change the suspension system. Such a use tires or wheels other equipment to inflate accidentally, which could result in death or serious injury. Such changes may cause... as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player. D Attachment of the following changes without first consulting your Lexus dealer before performing any other than specified on or near the console, or front seats. 153 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not use...
... cause death or serious injury. D Do not place luggage heavier than the manufacturer's recommended size. D Do not modify or change the suspension system. Such a use tires or wheels other equipment to inflate accidentally, which could result in death or serious injury. Such changes may cause... as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player. D Attachment of the following changes without first consulting your Lexus dealer before performing any other than specified on or near the console, or front seats. 153 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not use...
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... with steering lock ...Parking brake ...How to start the engine ...Automatic transmission ...Four-wheel drive system ...Rear view monitor system ...Lexus night view system ...Cruise control ...Active height control suspension (AHC) ...Adaptive variable suspension (AVS) ...Active traction control system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Variable gear ratio steering system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear...
... with steering lock ...Parking brake ...How to start the engine ...Automatic transmission ...Four-wheel drive system ...Rear view monitor system ...Lexus night view system ...Cruise control ...Active height control suspension (AHC) ...Adaptive variable suspension (AVS) ...Active traction control system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Variable gear ratio steering system ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear...
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... on the vehicle driving condition. ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION (AHC) This active height control suspension controls the vehicle height depending on . D The indicator light flashes again. Select your Lexus inspected. If any of the following conditions then occurs, there is the case, contact your Lexus dealer and have your desired height among the "HI...
... on the vehicle driving condition. ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION (AHC) This active height control suspension controls the vehicle height depending on . D The indicator light flashes again. Select your Lexus inspected. If any of the following conditions then occurs, there is the case, contact your Lexus dealer and have your desired height among the "HI...
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... with the vehicle stopped. D All the side doors and back door should be selected. In the following table. Then the active height control suspension becomes operable. D The steering wheel is operated abruptly more than -30 _C (-22 _F). However, the vehicle height cannot be careful when ... control "OFF" indicator light should be selected. Yes= The mode can be running. Refer to the following cases the active height control suspension does not operate even if the above conditions are all met. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE The normal mode is automatically selected when the vehicle begins...
... with the vehicle stopped. D All the side doors and back door should be selected. In the following table. Then the active height control suspension becomes operable. D The steering wheel is operated abruptly more than -30 _C (-22 _F). However, the vehicle height cannot be careful when ... control "OFF" indicator light should be selected. Yes= The mode can be running. Refer to the following cases the active height control suspension does not operate even if the above conditions are all met. STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE The normal mode is automatically selected when the vehicle begins...
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... pushed. (If the vehicle height cannot be obtained even if the height select switch is loaded too heavily. To prevent this, the active height control suspension should be raised even after unloading, push the height select switch on the "B" side and then on . Operate the select switch again. Operate it again... height cannot be stopped temporarily for a person If the above load capacity is restricted. Under these conditions, drive your vehicle with the active height control suspension becomes slightly higher than the normal vehicle height.
... pushed. (If the vehicle height cannot be obtained even if the height select switch is loaded too heavily. To prevent this, the active height control suspension should be raised even after unloading, push the height select switch on the "B" side and then on . Operate the select switch again. Operate it again... height cannot be stopped temporarily for a person If the above load capacity is restricted. Under these conditions, drive your vehicle with the active height control suspension becomes slightly higher than the normal vehicle height.
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...water over about 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the vehicle height in the normal mode and turn off the active height control suspension with the vehicle stopped, push the height control switch. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function, resulting in ...function, resulting in an accident. Even after the engine is stopped. D If your vehicle must be sure to turn off the active height control suspension and stop the engine. The height control "OFF" indicator light comes on . This status is memorized in the system even after the active height...
...water over about 500 mm (20 in.) in depth, put the vehicle height in the normal mode and turn off the active height control suspension with the vehicle stopped, push the height control switch. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function, resulting in ...function, resulting in an accident. Even after the engine is stopped. D If your vehicle must be sure to turn off the active height control suspension and stop the engine. The height control "OFF" indicator light comes on . This status is memorized in the system even after the active height...
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... (normal) mode indicator light goes off and the "HI" (high) mode indicator light blinks. 2. With the active height control suspension turned off, if you change the vehicle height mode, the indicator lights change as follows: When changing the vehicle height from the ...the present mode indicator light goes off and the ready mode indicator light blinks. (The vehicle height changes.) 268 When the active height control suspension is turned on . STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Height control indicator lights 31X052a 31X050d "f: Blinking F: Illuminating " 1 Height control indicator lights 2 ...
... (normal) mode indicator light goes off and the "HI" (high) mode indicator light blinks. 2. With the active height control suspension turned off, if you change the vehicle height mode, the indicator lights change as follows: When changing the vehicle height from the ...the present mode indicator light goes off and the ready mode indicator light blinks. (The vehicle height changes.) 268 When the active height control suspension is turned on . STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Height control indicator lights 31X052a 31X050d "f: Blinking F: Illuminating " 1 Height control indicator lights 2 ...
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... cold weather when the suspension fluid temperature drops below -15_C (5_F). 269 The vehicle changes to select the desired vehicle height. If the vehicle is loaded heavily, the vehicle height cannot be raised even if the height select switch is in your Lexus dealer as soon as follows...: 1. If it goes out after a few seconds, the active height control suspension operates correctly. The vehicle height control enters the ready mode and the selected height control...
... cold weather when the suspension fluid temperature drops below -15_C (5_F). 269 The vehicle changes to select the desired vehicle height. If the vehicle is loaded heavily, the vehicle height cannot be raised even if the height select switch is in your Lexus dealer as soon as follows...: 1. If it goes out after a few seconds, the active height control suspension operates correctly. The vehicle height control enters the ready mode and the selected height control...
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...vehicle. When you start the engine, the vehicle returns to your Lexus dealer as soon as the vehicle becomes cool. If the height control "OFF" indicator light goes out, the active height control suspension returns to the previous height. (j) Active height control failure warning If... there is a problem somewhere in the temperature. If the height control "OFF" indicator blinks again, bring your Lexus dealer. 270 STARTING AND DRIVING (h) Parking ...
...vehicle. When you start the engine, the vehicle returns to your Lexus dealer as soon as the vehicle becomes cool. If the height control "OFF" indicator light goes out, the active height control suspension returns to the previous height. (j) Active height control failure warning If... there is a problem somewhere in the temperature. If the height control "OFF" indicator blinks again, bring your Lexus dealer. 270 STARTING AND DRIVING (h) Parking ...
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... ordinary driving. With the four-wheel drive control lever at "L", the damping effect suitable for ordinary driving mode. STARTING AND DRIVING ADAPTIVE VARIABLE SUSPENSION (AVS) This adaptive variable suspension adjusts the damping effect on winding mountain roads and high speed driving We recommend you are driving in the city traffic 3 For moderate...
... ordinary driving. With the four-wheel drive control lever at "L", the damping effect suitable for ordinary driving mode. STARTING AND DRIVING ADAPTIVE VARIABLE SUSPENSION (AVS) This adaptive variable suspension adjusts the damping effect on winding mountain roads and high speed driving We recommend you are driving in the city traffic 3 For moderate...
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..., jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. OPERATION IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES If you plan to your Lexus in schedule with the vehicle registration laws. You are also risking expensive damage to drive your vehicle's suspension and chassis. D Try to the future economy and long life of control or vehicle rollover causing death...
..., jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. OPERATION IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES If you plan to your Lexus in schedule with the vehicle registration laws. You are also risking expensive damage to drive your vehicle's suspension and chassis. D Try to the future economy and long life of control or vehicle rollover causing death...
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... then turn off - D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments D State Motor Vehicle Bureau D Recreational Vehicle Clubs D U.S. Drive your vehicle off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch. Drive your vehicle only in areas where off -road, consult the following precautions to ensure your driving enjoyment and...
... then turn off - D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments D State Motor Vehicle Bureau D Recreational Vehicle Clubs D U.S. Drive your vehicle off the active height control suspension by pushing the height control switch. Drive your vehicle only in areas where off -road, consult the following precautions to ensure your driving enjoyment and...
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... carefully when off -road. DRIVING TIPS CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle's suspension and chassis. D Take all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc. A bad bump could...
... carefully when off -road. DRIVING TIPS CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle's suspension and chassis. D Take all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc. A bad bump could...
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Lexus warranties do not apply to turn off the active height control suspension. CAUTION When disconnecting a trailer, put the vehicle height in an accident. DRIVING TIPS DINGHY TOWING TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is not designed to be... overload your vehicle with four wheels on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. Your safety and satisfaction depend on page 262. Ask your vehicle. 291 Otherwise...
Lexus warranties do not apply to turn off the active height control suspension. CAUTION When disconnecting a trailer, put the vehicle height in an accident. DRIVING TIPS DINGHY TOWING TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is not designed to be... overload your vehicle with four wheels on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. Your safety and satisfaction depend on page 262. Ask your vehicle. 291 Otherwise...
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...splicing may not be selected with a socket for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. 297 Put the active height control suspension in schedule D Lexus recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train component (engine, transmission, ... However, the trailer lights must comply with the height select switch. Connect a trailer. 3. Turn the ignition switch off the active height control suspension. 2. When a vehicle loaded with 4 occupants tows a trailer of about 1800 kg (4000 lb.) with more frequent maintenance due to turn ...
...splicing may not be selected with a socket for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. 297 Put the active height control suspension in schedule D Lexus recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train component (engine, transmission, ... However, the trailer lights must comply with the height select switch. Connect a trailer. 3. Turn the ignition switch off the active height control suspension. 2. When a vehicle loaded with 4 occupants tows a trailer of about 1800 kg (4000 lb.) with more frequent maintenance due to turn ...
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...loaded so that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is in .) 4. Turn the ignition switch off the active height control suspension. 3. Wait for about 20 seconds until the rear vehicle height is disconnected. Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or...-towing safety check D Check that it cannot shift. If they do not, install required rear view mirrors appropriate for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes. Move the vehicle forward in the "LO" mode where the hitch does not touch anything in the "N" mode. D Check that...
...loaded so that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is in .) 4. Turn the ignition switch off the active height control suspension. 3. Wait for about 20 seconds until the rear vehicle height is disconnected. Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or...-towing safety check D Check that it cannot shift. If they do not, install required rear view mirrors appropriate for improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other possible causes. Move the vehicle forward in the "LO" mode where the hitch does not touch anything in the "N" mode. D Check that...
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... Follow jacking instructions. Avoid stopping on the side away from traffic. 5. D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by your Lexus dealer. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY B: If no steam is coming from your engine: Leave the engine running , keep hands and clothing away from scalding... fan and engine drive belt. If the cooling fan is not operating or the coolant is running and turn off the engine and call your Lexus dealer. If the engine coolant temperature does not cool down, or your speed gradually, keeping a straight CAUTION D When the engine is not in ...
... Follow jacking instructions. Avoid stopping on the side away from traffic. 5. D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by your Lexus dealer. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY B: If no steam is coming from your engine: Leave the engine running , keep hands and clothing away from scalding... fan and engine drive belt. If the cooling fan is not operating or the coolant is running and turn off the engine and call your Lexus dealer. If the engine coolant temperature does not cool down, or your speed gradually, keeping a straight CAUTION D When the engine is not in ...
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... a sling type truck Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Lexus dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle, make a mistake. To avoid damage to turn off the height control suspension. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE TOWED If towing...while being towed. Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is towed incorrectly. CAUTION When your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service. For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on page 329. Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed, put the vehicle height...
... a sling type truck Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Lexus dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle, make a mistake. To avoid damage to turn off the height control suspension. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE TOWED If towing...while being towed. Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is towed incorrectly. CAUTION When your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service. For details, see "Active height control suspension (AHC)" on page 329. Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed, put the vehicle height...
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... hold securely in steering condition, such as hard steering, excessive free play . See page 370 for additional information. Suspension fluid level Make sure the suspension fluid level is correct. Power steering fluid level Check the level through the reservoir. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers...lights, and other lights are working. down smoothly and that it has the specified free play or strange noise. MAINTENANCE Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. See page 383 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the ...
... hold securely in steering condition, such as hard steering, excessive free play . See page 370 for additional information. Suspension fluid level Make sure the suspension fluid level is correct. Power steering fluid level Check the level through the reservoir. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers...lights, and other lights are working. down smoothly and that it has the specified free play or strange noise. MAINTENANCE Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. See page 383 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the ...