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... box/CD automatic changer ...87/258 Ashtray ...83 Cup holders ...92 Seat heater switches ...53 Vehicle skid control system OFF switch ...312 Automatic transmission selector lever ...287 Driving pattern selector switch ...287 Cruise control switch ...305 Coin box ...95 Trunk lid opener ...104 Parking brake ...284 Fuel filler door opener ...105 18 19...
... box/CD automatic changer ...87/258 Ashtray ...83 Cup holders ...92 Seat heater switches ...53 Vehicle skid control system OFF switch ...312 Automatic transmission selector lever ...287 Driving pattern selector switch ...287 Cruise control switch ...305 Coin box ...95 Trunk lid opener ...104 Parking brake ...284 Fuel filler door opener ...105 18 19...
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BASIC OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BG006a 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.) BG007a 4 QUICK REFERENCE 3.
BASIC OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BG006a 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.) BG007a 4 QUICK REFERENCE 3.
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Recording a driving position in the "P" position. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM The micro computer can only be entered into the computer's memory. Setting a driving position 16G064a 200 Two different driving position profiles can be done when the ignition key is in the "ON" position and the selector lever is in the computer's memory can memorize the position of the driver's seat, and the positions of the tilt and telescopic steering, and outside rear view mirrors.
Recording a driving position in the "P" position. COMFORT ADJUSTMENT DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM The micro computer can only be entered into the computer's memory. Setting a driving position 16G064a 200 Two different driving position profiles can be done when the ignition key is in the "ON" position and the selector lever is in the computer's memory can memorize the position of the driver's seat, and the positions of the tilt and telescopic steering, and outside rear view mirrors.
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... the memorized driving position profiles is moving. The driving position memory control system cannot be activated, except for memorized position activation D Ignition key "ON" and selector lever in ignition switch and within 30 seconds of the memorized positions can be operated while the vehicle is being depressed, the seat position will not...
... the memorized driving position profiles is moving. The driving position memory control system cannot be activated, except for memorized position activation D Ignition key "ON" and selector lever in ignition switch and within 30 seconds of the memorized positions can be operated while the vehicle is being depressed, the seat position will not...
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Once you must turn the engine off and the steering wheel is locked. If, in an emergency, you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. To turn the key only to the "LOCK" position, you remove the ...
Once you must turn the engine off and the steering wheel is locked. If, in an emergency, you must put the transmission selector lever in , and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently. To turn the key only to the "LOCK" position, you remove the ...
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... . You can start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately. With your vehicle will prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is below freezing, let the engine warm up . D If the engine becomes difficult to follow the instructions in normal starting. Release ...THE ENGINE Before cranking 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is moving, put the selector lever in any drive position. 4. After the engine runs for starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in...
... . You can start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately. With your vehicle will prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is below freezing, let the engine warm up . D If the engine becomes difficult to follow the instructions in normal starting. Release ...THE ENGINE Before cranking 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is moving, put the selector lever in any drive position. 4. After the engine runs for starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in...
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STARTING AND DRIVING Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever (a) Normal driving 290
STARTING AND DRIVING Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever (a) Normal driving 290
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However, while the engine coolant temperature is possible. Always use the "D" position to "D". 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. STARTING AND DRIVING 31G031a " 1 Brake pedal 2 "D" (Drive) position 4. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 293
However, while the engine coolant temperature is possible. Always use the "D" position to "D". 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. STARTING AND DRIVING 31G031a " 1 Brake pedal 2 "D" (Drive) position 4. With your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting. 293
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... the previous page. 2 warning tones sound in the "M" position, the "M" indicator is shown on the instrument cluster. Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you cannot downshift or upshift the transmission using the switches on the steering wheel. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on... transmission upshifts to "3", "4" and then "D". STARTING AND DRIVING " 1 "M" position 2 Downshifting on the front, Upshifting on the rear GS400: When the selector lever is put in any of the following cases: D You attempt to downshift the transmission when it should be noted that you put the...
... the previous page. 2 warning tones sound in the "M" position, the "M" indicator is shown on the instrument cluster. Consult with your Lexus dealer as soon as when you cannot downshift or upshift the transmission using the switches on the steering wheel. CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on... transmission upshifts to "3", "4" and then "D". STARTING AND DRIVING " 1 "M" position 2 Downshifting on the front, Upshifting on the rear GS400: When the selector lever is put in any of the following cases: D You attempt to downshift the transmission when it should be noted that you put the...
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... "L" position. STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions The "3", "2" and "L" positions are used in hill climbing or hard towing. 298 With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for your reference: GS400 GS300 km/h (mph) km/h (mph) "3" "2" "L" 153 (95) 100 (62) 65 (40)...or hard towing for strong engine braking as with the lever in "D". Watch the tachometer to overrev the engine. With the selector lever in "3", "2" or "L", you can start in motion as described previously. With the selector lever in "3" or "2", the vehicle will start the ...
... "L" position. STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the "3", "2" and "L" positions The "3", "2" and "L" positions are used in hill climbing or hard towing. 298 With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for your reference: GS400 GS300 km/h (mph) km/h (mph) "3" "2" "L" 153 (95) 100 (62) 65 (40)...or hard towing for strong engine braking as with the lever in "D". Watch the tachometer to overrev the engine. With the selector lever in "3", "2" or "L", you can start in motion as described previously. With the selector lever in "3" or "2", the vehicle will start the ...
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With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to a complete stop. 2. STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Backing up 31G033a " 1 Brake pedal 2 "R" (Reverse) position 1. Bring the vehicle to the "R" position. NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. 299
With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to a complete stop. 2. STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Backing up 31G033a " 1 Brake pedal 2 "R" (Reverse) position 1. Bring the vehicle to the "R" position. NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. 299
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With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to move the selector lever into "P" under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. 300 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Parking 31G034a " 1 Brake pedal 2 Parking brake pedal 3 "P" (Park) position 1. CAUTION Never attempt to the "P" position. Depress the parking brake pedal fully. 3. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2.
With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to move the selector lever into "P" under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. 300 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Parking 31G034a " 1 Brake pedal 2 Parking brake pedal 3 "P" (Park) position 1. CAUTION Never attempt to the "P" position. Depress the parking brake pedal fully. 3. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2.
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...AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to overheat. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. This can cause the transmission to the "4" position. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake. ...(g) Rocking your foot on an upgrade with the engine running. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the "D" position after climbing the slope. CAUTION Always keep your vehicle if stuck 301
...AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between the fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to overheat. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. This can cause the transmission to the "4" position. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake. ...(g) Rocking your foot on an upgrade with the engine running. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the "D" position after climbing the slope. CAUTION Always keep your vehicle if stuck 301
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Do not attempt this procedure 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...stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may suddenly move forward or backward as towing. (h) If you cannot shift the selector If you cannot shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the ...
Do not attempt this procedure 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...stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may suddenly move forward or backward as towing. (h) If you cannot shift the selector If you cannot shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear. D Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the ...
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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 ...334 335 341 343 358 367 369 4 333
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 ...334 335 341 343 358 367 369 4 333
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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER 40G024a If you cannot shift the selector lever, use the shift lock override button as follows: 1 Turn the ignition key to "LOCK" or "ACC". Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or equivalent. 367 Make sure the parking brake is applied.
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER 40G024a If you cannot shift the selector lever, use the shift lock override button as follows: 1 Turn the ignition key to "LOCK" or "ACC". Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or equivalent. 367 Make sure the parking brake is applied.
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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G025a 2 Insert your finger, the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to have the system checked by your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to push down the shift lock override button. For your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. 368 You can shift the selector lever while pushing the button.
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40G025a 2 Insert your finger, the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to have the system checked by your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to push down the shift lock override button. For your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. 368 You can shift the selector lever while pushing the button.
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...Make sure there is sufficient fluid in "P" position and all brakes released. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the selector lever in the tank. MAINTENANCE Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism On a safe incline, check that your vehicle is held securely with the engine ... is between the Upper and Lower lines on the see page 450 for additional information. See page 405 for additional information. Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. See page 400 for additional information. For longer life of the battery, however, see -through reservoir when...
...Make sure there is sufficient fluid in "P" position and all brakes released. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the selector lever in the tank. MAINTENANCE Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism On a safe incline, check that your vehicle is held securely with the engine ... is between the Upper and Lower lines on the see page 450 for additional information. See page 405 for additional information. Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. See page 400 for additional information. For longer life of the battery, however, see -through reservoir when...