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PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger Trunk lid Fuel filler door Hood Headlights Moon roof Outside rear view mirror Door Windshield wiper and washer Tire and wheel 20 46 48 46 16, 242 49 60 12 19 220 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. 8
PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger Trunk lid Fuel filler door Hood Headlights Moon roof Outside rear view mirror Door Windshield wiper and washer Tire and wheel 20 46 48 46 16, 242 49 60 12 19 220 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. 8
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...filter 4.5 L (4.8 qt., 4.0 Imp. SC400 -Automatic transmission fluid Type T-II or equivalent SC300 -Automatic transmission fluid D-II or DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) Tire information: See page 220 through 226 for detailed information. Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi) Rear 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2...gasoline with filter 4.8 L (5.1 qt., 4.2 Imp. SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 Automatic transmission: Fluid type - Tire pressure: Tire size: SC400, SC300- 225/55 R16 94V Tire pressure: SC400, SC300- qt.) See page 205 for detailed information. Recommended oil viscosity - with an octane number as...
...filter 4.5 L (4.8 qt., 4.0 Imp. SC400 -Automatic transmission fluid Type T-II or equivalent SC300 -Automatic transmission fluid D-II or DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) Tire information: See page 220 through 226 for detailed information. Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi) Rear 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2...gasoline with filter 4.8 L (5.1 qt., 4.2 Imp. SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 Automatic transmission: Fluid type - Tire pressure: Tire size: SC400, SC300- 225/55 R16 94V Tire pressure: SC400, SC300- qt.) See page 205 for detailed information. Recommended oil viscosity - with an octane number as...
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... fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. ! Be sure all possible. S Be careful to keep the vehicle level. CAUTION S Do not place anything on the tire pressure label. 44
... fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. ! Be sure all possible. S Be careful to keep the vehicle level. CAUTION S Do not place anything on the tire pressure label. 44
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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 Manual transmission Cruise control Traction control system Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Types of tires 3-1 126 127 128 128 130 130 132 139 141 144 145 147 148 125
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 Manual transmission Cruise control Traction control system Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Types of tires 3-1 126 127 128 128 130 130 132 139 141 144 145 147 148 125
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... of the vehicle and power to a stop with only a single brake system. In situations where the road surface is a hydraulic system with snow tires or tire chains. Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to lose traction. CAUTION S Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Always ...should be fitted with two separate sub-systems. If either sub-system should quit while you are driving, you will have to press, and your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. much harder than normal. However, the pedal will be harder to push the pedal hard - STARTING AND DRIVING ...
... of the vehicle and power to a stop with only a single brake system. In situations where the road surface is a hydraulic system with snow tires or tire chains. Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to lose traction. CAUTION S Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Always ...should be fitted with two separate sub-systems. If either sub-system should quit while you are driving, you will have to press, and your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. much harder than normal. However, the pedal will be harder to push the pedal hard - STARTING AND DRIVING ...
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... brake pedal down more firmly. Although the anti-lock brake system assists in providing vehicle control, it is still important to a speed in excess of tire friction. Compared with vehicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle: S Braking capability is dependent on... tire friction with tire chains installed. S Driving with the road surface. 146 S Even though the anti-lock brake system is started or just after the vehicle has accelerated to ...
... brake pedal down more firmly. Although the anti-lock brake system assists in providing vehicle control, it is still important to a speed in excess of tire friction. Compared with vehicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle: S Braking capability is dependent on... tire friction with tire chains installed. S Driving with the road surface. 146 S Even though the anti-lock brake system is started or just after the vehicle has accelerated to ...
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... sure to be adequate for driving in highway driving. 148 S Do not use all season tires on your vehicle is originally equipped with summer tires in most winter conditions, as well as snow tires, summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions. S Do not mix summer and all...
... sure to be adequate for driving in highway driving. 148 S Do not use all season tires on your vehicle is originally equipped with summer tires in most winter conditions, as well as snow tires, summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions. S Do not mix summer and all...
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... driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Try to severe tire damage resulting in another country...First, comply with your Lexus in tire bursts. OPERATION IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES If you plan to do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are wet... fast or slow. To see whether they are probably wet. S Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). Second, confirm the availability of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in "P" ...
... driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Try to severe tire damage resulting in another country...First, comply with your Lexus in tire bursts. OPERATION IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES If you plan to do not feel a normal braking force, the brakes are wet... fast or slow. To see whether they are probably wet. S Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). Second, confirm the availability of the road and call a Lexus dealer for a long time at a right angle. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in "P" ...
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... system for the cold weather. Remember, if you have ethylene-glycol antifreeze in excess of the battery and cables. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to provide enough power for recommended viscosity. Also, the parking brake will be pleased to one side when the brakes are wet. Cold ...your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before inserting it , do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) may overheat and not work properly. If you how to use alcohol type antifreeze. Page 232 tells you are wet, your vehicle will be in your Lexus dealer - To open a ...
... system for the cold weather. Remember, if you have ethylene-glycol antifreeze in excess of the battery and cables. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to provide enough power for recommended viscosity. Also, the parking brake will be pleased to one side when the brakes are wet. Cold ...your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before inserting it , do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) may overheat and not work properly. If you how to use alcohol type antifreeze. Page 232 tells you are wet, your vehicle will be in your Lexus dealer - To open a ...
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... might put the transmission into "P" (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the front wheels. Some of the things you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. This product is available at a highway weighing station,... vehicle or trailer. When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze the parking brake, making it may damage your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. do not apply to release. Follow the manufacturer's directions for further details before towing. DRIVING TIPS Use...
... might put the transmission into "P" (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the front wheels. Some of the things you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. This product is available at a highway weighing station,... vehicle or trailer. When parking, put in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze the parking brake, making it may damage your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. do not apply to release. Follow the manufacturer's directions for further details before towing. DRIVING TIPS Use...
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...another lane. 154 S S NOTICE Install the trailer hitch using a safety chain securely attached to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. Lubricate the hitch ball with brakes that the rear license plate can cause damage to both the trailer and the vehicle. S If the total... requirement. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; Leave sufficient slack in case it will lower its braking effectiveness. S Lexus recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you wish to install a trailer hitch, your vehicle is recommended by your vehicle's hydraulic system as...
...another lane. 154 S S NOTICE Install the trailer hitch using a safety chain securely attached to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. Lubricate the hitch ball with brakes that the rear license plate can cause damage to both the trailer and the vehicle. S If the total... requirement. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; Leave sufficient slack in case it will lower its braking effectiveness. S Lexus recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you wish to install a trailer hitch, your vehicle is recommended by your vehicle's hydraulic system as...
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...tow a trailer, your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is securely loaded so that it cannot shift. Break-in schedule S Lexus recommends that you hitch up or nose-down condition, and check for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. See your local recreational ... each time you do not, install required rear view mirrors appropriate for your rear view mirrors conform to the additional load. Adjust the tire pressure to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in the "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 ...
...tow a trailer, your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is securely loaded so that it cannot shift. Break-in schedule S Lexus recommends that you hitch up or nose-down condition, and check for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. See your local recreational ... each time you do not, install required rear view mirrors appropriate for your rear view mirrors conform to the additional load. Adjust the tire pressure to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in the "Owner's Manual Supplement/ Maintenance Schedule". Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 ...
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..., you will also reduce wear on the engine, which you only need to stop as little as possible. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on your brakes. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, ...begin driving - This not only lessens weight but gently. S Avoid continuous speeding up and slowing down on both fuel and repairs: S Keep your tires inflated at least once a month. DRIVING TIPS HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER Getting more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance ...
..., you will also reduce wear on the engine, which you only need to stop as little as possible. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on your brakes. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, ...begin driving - This not only lessens weight but gently. S Avoid continuous speeding up and slowing down on both fuel and repairs: S Keep your tires inflated at least once a month. DRIVING TIPS HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER Getting more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance ...
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SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle will not start If your vehicle overheats If you have a flat tire If your vehicle needs to be towed If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys or lock yourself out 4 162 162 165 166 174 179 180 161
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle will not start If your vehicle overheats If you have a flat tire If your vehicle needs to be towed If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys or lock yourself out 4 162 162 165 166 174 179 180 161
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... help the engine cool down more quickly by your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Reduce your Lexus dealer. IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Avoid stopping on the center divider of the vehicle on your Lexus dealer. 7. Call a Lexus dealer for a few minutes with firm ground. 2. SC400: Check the coolant reservoir. You should have it...
... help the engine cool down more quickly by your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Reduce your Lexus dealer. IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE 1. Avoid stopping on the center divider of the vehicle on your Lexus dealer. 7. Call a Lexus dealer for a few minutes with firm ground. 2. SC400: Check the coolant reservoir. You should have it...
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...Do not continue driving with the correct one. 167 Installing the wheel on the right (passenger) side of the vehicle will not affect tire performance. The spare tire with turning direction indicators is of a uni-directional type and is intended for lifting your vehicle is used on the left (driver)... side of the vehicle. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY S Never get beneath the vehicle when supported by a jack. S Use a jack only for use on the...
...Do not continue driving with the correct one. 167 Installing the wheel on the right (passenger) side of the vehicle will not affect tire performance. The spare tire with turning direction indicators is of a uni-directional type and is intended for lifting your vehicle is used on the left (driver)... side of the vehicle. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY S Never get beneath the vehicle when supported by a jack. S Use a jack only for use on the...
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To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. When storing, turn the joint by hand in the CONTRACT direction until the jack is free. When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the EXPAND direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 168 Get the tool, jack and spare tire. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 1.
To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. When storing, turn the joint by hand in the CONTRACT direction until the jack is free. When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the EXPAND direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 168 Get the tool, jack and spare tire. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 1.
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When storing the spare tire, place it . Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Loosen the bolt and remove it with the outer side of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels. 169 When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in place to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the tire from rolling when it is jacked up .
When storing the spare tire, place it . Then bolt the tire in front of the wheel facing up . IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Loosen the bolt and remove it with the outer side of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels. 169 When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in place to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to prevent the tire from rolling when it is jacked up .
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... under the vehicle when it is a loose fit) and turn it is supported by the jack alone. 171 Allow for the fact that the spare tire can be installed. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 5. Make sure the jack is positioned on the spare...
... under the vehicle when it is a loose fit) and turn it is supported by the jack alone. 171 Allow for the fact that the spare tire can be installed. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 5. Make sure the jack is positioned on the spare...
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... the mounting surfaces with the bolts. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Lift the flat tire straight off while driving. 172 Wiggle the tire and press it aside. 8. Reinstall all wheel nuts finger tight. Press the tire back and see if you can by hand. Align the holes in the wheel...
... the mounting surfaces with the bolts. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Lift the flat tire straight off while driving. 172 Wiggle the tire and press it aside. 8. Reinstall all wheel nuts finger tight. Press the tire back and see if you can by hand. Align the holes in the wheel...