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...this section so that you wish to read this page and the rest of the Owner's Manual carefully to keep your Lexus will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. SECTION 4 - QUICK REFERENCE Operation of regular maintenance. MAINTENANCE This section ... audio are all explained. SECTION 3 - Be sure to perform inspection and maintenance yourself. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) iv Keys and doors Switches Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Interior equipment Exterior equipment Comfort adjustment Theft deterrent SECTION 5 - SECTION 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS ...
...this section so that you wish to read this page and the rest of the Owner's Manual carefully to keep your Lexus will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving. SECTION 4 - QUICK REFERENCE Operation of regular maintenance. MAINTENANCE This section ... audio are all explained. SECTION 3 - Be sure to perform inspection and maintenance yourself. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) iv Keys and doors Switches Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Interior equipment Exterior equipment Comfort adjustment Theft deterrent SECTION 5 - SECTION 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS ...
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... on for 15 seconds if the interior light switch is in "DOOR" position.** However, this time, you can hear one beep* and the turn signal lights flash.** However, when you push the "LOCK" button with any door not closed securely, the buzzer sounds for details. 14 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Release the... not to flash. ***The buzzer can be set not to come on or the duration of beep sound can be changed. **The interior light can be changed . Ask your Lexus dealer for 10 seconds.*** To stop the buzzer, close all the side doors and back door can be automatically locked again. Ask...
... on for 15 seconds if the interior light switch is in "DOOR" position.** However, this time, you can hear one beep* and the turn signal lights flash.** However, when you push the "LOCK" button with any door not closed securely, the buzzer sounds for details. 14 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Release the... not to flash. ***The buzzer can be set not to come on or the duration of beep sound can be changed. **The interior light can be changed . Ask your Lexus dealer for 10 seconds.*** To stop the buzzer, close all the side doors and back door can be automatically locked again. Ask...
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SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Interior equipment 1-4 52 53 54 55 55 56 57 58 59 59 60 63 65 66 67 68 69 69 Vanity mirrors ...Interior lights ...Personal light ...Ignition switch light ...Clock ...Outside temperature display ...Cigarette lighter and ashtray ...Power outlets ...Rear console box ...Glove box ...Garage door opener ...Cup holders ...Overhead console box ...Auxiliary boxes ...Luggage cover ...Floor mat ...Tie-down hookss ...Luggage stowage precautions ... 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 51
SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Interior equipment 1-4 52 53 54 55 55 56 57 58 59 59 60 63 65 66 67 68 69 69 Vanity mirrors ...Interior lights ...Personal light ...Ignition switch light ...Clock ...Outside temperature display ...Cigarette lighter and ashtray ...Power outlets ...Rear console box ...Glove box ...Garage door opener ...Cup holders ...Overhead console box ...Auxiliary boxes ...Luggage cover ...Floor mat ...Tie-down hookss ...Luggage stowage precautions ... 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 51
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To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the front , swing the sun visor down and open the cover. 1 2 3 To block out glare from the hook and swing it to the side. At this position, the vanity light does not come on when you , slide the visor backwards. The vanity light comes on . 52 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) INTERIOR EQUIPMENT VANITY MIRRORS Sun visors 14R001a 14R097 To use the vanity mirrors, swing the sun visor down . To block out glare coming obliquely from behind you open the cover.
To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the front , swing the sun visor down and open the cover. 1 2 3 To block out glare from the hook and swing it to the side. At this position, the vanity light does not come on when you , slide the visor backwards. The vanity light comes on . 52 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) INTERIOR EQUIPMENT VANITY MIRRORS Sun visors 14R001a 14R097 To use the vanity mirrors, swing the sun visor down . To block out glare coming obliquely from behind you open the cover.
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...is still on. 4. All the doors are closed when the ignition key is in "ACC" or "ON" position. 2. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT INTERIOR LIGHTS Rear light: With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when the back door is opened ...15 seconds and then goes out. After all the doors are locked when the light is closed . 14R003a To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The ignition key is turned to "ACC" or "ON" when the light is closed with the ...the doors are closed , the light remains on when any of the side doors or back door are locked. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 53
...is still on. 4. All the doors are closed when the ignition key is in "ACC" or "ON" position. 2. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT INTERIOR LIGHTS Rear light: With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when the back door is opened ...15 seconds and then goes out. After all the doors are locked when the light is closed . 14R003a To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The ignition key is turned to "ACC" or "ON" when the light is closed with the ...the doors are closed , the light remains on when any of the side doors or back door are locked. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 53
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To turn it off , push the switch again. To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it off , push the switch again. 54 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) INTERIOR EQUIPMENT PERSONAL LIGHT Vehicles without moon roof Vehicles with moon roof 14R005b 14R004c To turn on the personal light, push the switch.
To turn it off , push the switch again. To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it off , push the switch again. 54 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) INTERIOR EQUIPMENT PERSONAL LIGHT Vehicles without moon roof Vehicles with moon roof 14R005b 14R004c To turn on the personal light, push the switch.
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... from the clock, the time display will be reduced. With the tail lights on when the driver's door is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT CLOCK 14R102 14R007c For easy access to 1:00 (one o'clock...
... from the clock, the time display will be reduced. With the tail lights on when the driver's door is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT CLOCK 14R102 14R007c For easy access to 1:00 (one o'clock...
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...you want to adjust the time. 3. To stop the alarm, push the "CLOCK" button. 56 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 14R050b This display shows the outside temperature when the ignition switch is on the display...time: 1. If the temperature does not appear on the display or it shows "- -", take your Lexus dealer. Push the "CLOCK" button again. and push the "CLOCK" button by the "bell" ...vehicle to 122_F (50_C). The bell indicator appears. and turns off the bell indicator on . INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To disable the alarm activation, push the button indicated by the radio, adjust the minute to...
...you want to adjust the time. 3. To stop the alarm, push the "CLOCK" button. 56 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 14R050b This display shows the outside temperature when the ignition switch is on the display...time: 1. If the temperature does not appear on the display or it shows "- -", take your Lexus dealer. Push the "CLOCK" button again. and push the "CLOCK" button by the "bell" ...vehicle to 122_F (50_C). The bell indicator appears. and turns off the bell indicator on . INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To disable the alarm activation, push the button indicated by the radio, adjust the minute to...
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... lighter, press it . 14R112 "Ashtray 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 57 If the engine is not running, the ignition key must be in the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, push the ashtray cover. Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent...
... lighter, press it . 14R112 "Ashtray 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 57 If the engine is not running, the ignition key must be in the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY To use the ashtray, push the ashtray cover. Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent...
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... failure or short circuits. Inserting a foreign object other than necessary when the engine is not in the "ACC" or "ON" position for car accessories. 58 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) D To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of the console box 14R051... "In the luggage compartment The power outlets are designed for power supply for the power outlets to be in use. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT POWER OUTLETS The ignition key must be used. "Rear end of 12V/120W (front and rear outlets together).
... failure or short circuits. Inserting a foreign object other than necessary when the engine is not in the "ACC" or "ON" position for car accessories. 58 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) D To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of the console box 14R051... "In the luggage compartment The power outlets are designed for power supply for the power outlets to be in use. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT POWER OUTLETS The ignition key must be used. "Rear end of 12V/120W (front and rear outlets together).
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... chance of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 59 To lock the glove box door, insert the master key and turn it clockwise. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT REAR CONSOLE BOX GLOVE BOX 14R118 14R044 " 1 For upper box 2 For lower box " 1 Unlock 2 Open...
... chance of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 59 To lock the glove box door, insert the master key and turn it clockwise. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT REAR CONSOLE BOX GLOVE BOX 14R118 14R044 " 1 For upper box 2 For lower box " 1 Unlock 2 Open...
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT GARAGE DOOR OPENER The garage door opener ( HomeLink R Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from HomeLinkR and can be pointed away from the HomeLink R ... 20 seconds, you can store one program for each button. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter must be programmed to program another device. 60 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each remaining HomeLinkR button to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, and security...
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT GARAGE DOOR OPENER The garage door opener ( HomeLink R Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from HomeLinkR and can be pointed away from the HomeLink R ... 20 seconds, you can store one program for each button. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter must be programmed to program another device. 60 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each remaining HomeLinkR button to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, and security...
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Following this "training" button. 2. The garage door may vary by the garage door opener manufacturer for assistance. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 61 Programming an entrance gate/Programming all devices in view while programming. 3. Press and hold the selected... the "training" button on the HomeLinkR in the Canadian market 1. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each remaining HomeLinkR button to program another device. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Programming a rolling code system If your device is "Rolling Code" equipped, it is necessary to follow steps 1 through 4 under the heading...
Following this "training" button. 2. The garage door may vary by the garage door opener manufacturer for assistance. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 61 Programming an entrance gate/Programming all devices in view while programming. 3. Press and hold the selected... the "training" button on the HomeLinkR in the Canadian market 1. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each remaining HomeLinkR button to program another device. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Programming a rolling code system If your device is "Rolling Code" equipped, it is necessary to follow steps 1 through 4 under the heading...
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...the user's authority to 20 seconds as long as required by the party responsible for 20 seconds until the indicator light flashes. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Reprogramming a button Individual HomeLinkR buttons cannot be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLinkR memory. The HomeLink R ...or death. (b) Operating the HomeLinkR To operate the HomeLink R , press the appropriate HomeLinkR button to prevent potential harm or damage. 62 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) The HomeLink R continues to send the signal for up to operate the device. Operation is subject to the following two...
...the user's authority to 20 seconds as long as required by the party responsible for 20 seconds until the indicator light flashes. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Reprogramming a button Individual HomeLinkR buttons cannot be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLinkR memory. The HomeLink R ...or death. (b) Operating the HomeLinkR To operate the HomeLink R , press the appropriate HomeLinkR button to prevent potential harm or damage. 62 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) The HomeLink R continues to send the signal for up to operate the device. Operation is subject to the following two...
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The cup holder is used. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 63 This applies to 3 stages. 2 Lower console position The cup holder can be used as a cup holder, the lower console may not be installed as you desired using the upper and lower rear console boxes. When the upper console is used . You can adjust the arms to the opposite case when the lower console is designed for holding cups or drink-cans securely. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CUP HOLDERS 14R042b 14R012b " 1 Upper console position "Front cup holder To use the cup holder, slide the rear console box.
The cup holder is used. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 63 This applies to 3 stages. 2 Lower console position The cup holder can be used as a cup holder, the lower console may not be installed as you desired using the upper and lower rear console boxes. When the upper console is used . You can adjust the arms to the opposite case when the lower console is designed for holding cups or drink-cans securely. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CUP HOLDERS 14R042b 14R012b " 1 Upper console position "Front cup holder To use the cup holder, slide the rear console box.
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... holder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in use. 64 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) D To reduce the chance of injury in case of the rear console box. CAUTION D Do not place anything else other... stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when not in an accident. To remove: Pull out the cup holder from the rear console box. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 14R123 14R058b " 1 Removal 2 Installation "Rear cup holder (rear console box) To use . To install: Insert the rear tabs into the cutouts of ...
... holder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in use. 64 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) D To reduce the chance of injury in case of the rear console box. CAUTION D Do not place anything else other... stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when not in an accident. To remove: Pull out the cup holder from the rear console box. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 14R123 14R058b " 1 Removal 2 Installation "Rear cup holder (rear console box) To use . To install: Insert the rear tabs into the cutouts of ...
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... securely. Heavier objects may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in use. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 65 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT OVERHEAD CONSOLE BOX 14R113 14R114 "Rear cup holder (rear seat cushion) To use the overhead console box, open and contents to open...
... securely. Heavier objects may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in use. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 65 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT OVERHEAD CONSOLE BOX 14R113 14R114 "Rear cup holder (rear seat cushion) To use the overhead console box, open and contents to open...
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To use them, open as a lighter, glasses, etc. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE During hot weather, the interior of auxiliary box. inside. 14R127 AUXILIARY BOXES Your vehicle has several types of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as shown in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving. "In the right side of luggage compartment CAUTION 14R023c To reduce the chance of injury in the following illustrations. "On the instrument panel 66 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
To use them, open as a lighter, glasses, etc. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE During hot weather, the interior of auxiliary box. inside. 14R127 AUXILIARY BOXES Your vehicle has several types of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as shown in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving. "In the right side of luggage compartment CAUTION 14R023c To reduce the chance of injury in the following illustrations. "On the instrument panel 66 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
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... and possibly injure people in the event of the luggage cover to the head restraint. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT LUGGAGE COVER Using luggage cover To use the luggage cover: 1 2 Attach the front hooks of a sudden stop or accident. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 67 CAUTION Do not place anything on the anchors. This will prevent...
... and possibly injure people in the event of the luggage cover to the head restraint. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT LUGGAGE COVER Using luggage cover To use the luggage cover: 1 2 Attach the front hooks of a sudden stop or accident. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 67 CAUTION Do not place anything on the anchors. This will prevent...
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If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole, then it may cause an accident. 68 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) If the floor mat slips and interferes with a locking clip. Fix the floor mat with locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet. Make sure the floor mat is designed for use with the movement of the correct size. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT FLOOR MAT 14R025 14R024 CAUTION Use a floor mat of the pedals during driving, it is properly placed on the floor carpet.
If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole, then it may cause an accident. 68 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) If the floor mat slips and interferes with a locking clip. Fix the floor mat with locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet. Make sure the floor mat is designed for use with the movement of the correct size. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT FLOOR MAT 14R025 14R024 CAUTION Use a floor mat of the pedals during driving, it is properly placed on the floor carpet.