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Also check for excessive freeplay in your Owner's Manual. Transmission, Transfer Case and Differential Oil Install new plugs of leakage. If you discover any part of the vehicle. Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bushing Grease... any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a qualified technician immediately. Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots for signs of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. For correct fluid/oil, refer to the instructions in the steering wheel. Replace any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician. A qualified...
Also check for excessive freeplay in your Owner's Manual. Transmission, Transfer Case and Differential Oil Install new plugs of leakage. If you discover any part of the vehicle. Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bushing Grease... any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a qualified technician immediately. Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots for signs of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. For correct fluid/oil, refer to the instructions in the steering wheel. Replace any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician. A qualified...
Maintenance Schedule
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...mountings ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor... on unpaved or dusty roads. Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Replace differential oil4 ❏ Replace transfer case oil4 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (LX 470)4 4 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 95 M a i n t e n a n ...
...mountings ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor... on unpaved or dusty roads. Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Replace differential oil4 ❏ Replace transfer case oil4 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (LX 470)4 4 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 95 M a i n t e n a n ...
Maintenance Schedule
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...months, whichever comes first. Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Replace differential oil4 ❏ Replace transfer case oil4 ❏ Replace transmission fluid4 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 99 M a i n t e n a n c e ... engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle...
...months, whichever comes first. Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Replace differential oil4 ❏ Replace transfer case oil4 ❏ Replace transmission fluid4 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 99 M a i n t e n a n c e ... engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle...
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... shaft boots ____Exhaust pipes and mountings Replace engine coolant Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace timing belt Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel.... Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil3 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (LX 470)3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 103 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
... shaft boots ____Exhaust pipes and mountings Replace engine coolant Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace timing belt Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel.... Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil3 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (LX 470)3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 103 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
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Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Replace differential oil6 ❏ Replace transfer case oil6 ❏ Replace transmission fluid6 6 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 107 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s Required ...10063; Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Replace spark plugs4 ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Fuel lines...
Only if vehicle is operated primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (RX 300)2 ❏ Replace differential oil6 ❏ Replace transfer case oil6 ❏ Replace transmission fluid6 6 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 107 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s Required ...10063; Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace limited-slip differential oil (RX 300) ❏ Replace spark plugs4 ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ____Fuel lines...
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...shaft boots ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is... primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter2 ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil3 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (LX 470)3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 111 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
...shaft boots ____Exhaust pipes and mountings ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (RX 300) ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle 1 See page 86 to determine if your vehicle requires these maintenance items. Only if vehicle is... primarily on chassis and body ❏ Replace air conditioner filter2 ❏ Replace differential oil3 ❏ Replace transfer case oil3 ❏ Replace transmission fluid (LX 470)3 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 111 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
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... capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) Drain and refill with an Octane Rating 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended. Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 274 for detailed information. D Tire information: See page 279 through 285 for detailed information. "Toyota Long Life ... load up 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) D Engine coolant: Capacity: 9.0 L (9.5 qt., 7.9 lmp. GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Select Octane Rating 87 (...
... capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) Drain and refill with an Octane Rating 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended. Automatic transmission fluid Type T-IV See page 274 for detailed information. D Tire information: See page 279 through 285 for detailed information. "Toyota Long Life ... load up 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) D Engine coolant: Capacity: 9.0 L (9.5 qt., 7.9 lmp. GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Select Octane Rating 87 (...
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viii 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Page 10 11 12 13 14 15 Door lock switch and power window switches ...19, 31 Side vent ...150 ... box/CD automatic changer ...59/164 Seat heater switches ...34 Cigarette lighter ...57 Driving pattern selector switch ...187 Traction control system off switch ...191 Automatic transmission selector lever ...180 Cruise control switch ...188 Driving position memory switch ...134 Parking brake ...179 Security indicator light ...11,138 Hood lock release lever ...72...
viii 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Page 10 11 12 13 14 15 Door lock switch and power window switches ...19, 31 Side vent ...150 ... box/CD automatic changer ...59/164 Seat heater switches ...34 Cigarette lighter ...57 Driving pattern selector switch ...187 Traction control system off switch ...191 Automatic transmission selector lever ...180 Cruise control switch ...188 Driving position memory switch ...134 Parking brake ...179 Security indicator light ...11,138 Hood lock release lever ...72...
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...194 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Headlight indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Malfunction indicator lamp ...44 Low washer... fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light ...46 Discharge warning light ...43 Low engine oil pressure warning light ...44 SRS... detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. x 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
...194 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Headlight indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Malfunction indicator lamp ...44 Low washer... fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light ...46 Discharge warning light ...43 Low engine oil pressure warning light ...44 SRS... detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. x 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
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xii 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Page 15 16 Vehicle skid control system warning light ...45 Slip indicator light ...193,194 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Low washer fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning ...182 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Fuel gauge ...38 17 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Headlight indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Headlight high beam indicator light ...26 Tachometer ...39 Cruise...
xii 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) PICTORIAL INDEX Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Page 15 16 Vehicle skid control system warning light ...45 Slip indicator light ...193,194 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Low washer fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning ...182 Low fuel level warning light ...47 Fuel gauge ...38 17 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Headlight indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Headlight high beam indicator light ...26 Tachometer ...39 Cruise...
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... Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Tail light indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Malfunction indicator lamp ...44 Low washer... fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light ...46 Discharge warning light ...43 Low engine oil pressure warning light ...44 SRS ...detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. xiv 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
... Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Tail light indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Malfunction indicator lamp ...44 Low washer... fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light ...46 Discharge warning light ...43 Low engine oil pressure warning light ...44 SRS ...detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. xiv 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
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...45 Slip indicator light ...193,194 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Low washer fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light ...46 Discharge warning light ...43 Low engine oil pressure warning light ...44 SRS warning... light ...47 Fuel gauge ...38 17 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Tail light indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Headlight high beam indicator light ...26...information, refer to the description given in each section. xvi 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
...45 Slip indicator light ...193,194 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...38 Low washer fluid warning light ...47 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light ...46 Discharge warning light ...43 Low engine oil pressure warning light ...44 SRS warning... light ...47 Fuel gauge ...38 17 Turn signal indicator light ...27 Tail light indicator light ...24 Automatic transmission indicator lights ...180 ODO/TRIP knob ...40 Odometer and trip meter ...40 Headlight high beam indicator light ...26...information, refer to the description given in each section. xvi 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
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BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Wiper switch ...2 2 3 4 5 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 1
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Wiper switch ...2 2 3 4 5 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 1
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... When the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 190. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 3 Shift normally. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Lock release button (To prevent misshifting) Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal... position (with overdrive on) Stronger engine braking Maximum engine braking Overdrive switch For selecting either a three-speed or four-speed transmission "O/D OFF" indicator light on the instrument cluster BR010 With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button ...
... When the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 190. 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 3 Shift normally. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Lock release button (To prevent misshifting) Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal... position (with overdrive on) Stronger engine braking Maximum engine braking Overdrive switch For selecting either a three-speed or four-speed transmission "O/D OFF" indicator light on the instrument cluster BR010 With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button ...
Owners Manual
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...the engine immediately. Call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for one block. There is extremely low. The light may ruin the engine. 44 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) a. If it comes on while you are driving in case "c.", have your vehicle checked/repaired by your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. even for... This light warns that the engine oil pressure is idling or it may come on when the oil level is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. If it flickers or stays on - The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is too low.
...the engine immediately. Call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for one block. There is extremely low. The light may ruin the engine. 44 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) a. If it comes on while you are driving in case "c.", have your vehicle checked/repaired by your engine or automatic transmission electrical system. even for... This light warns that the engine oil pressure is idling or it may come on when the oil level is a problem somewhere in your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. If it flickers or stays on - The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is too low.
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...the ignition is turned to on . If this light comes on . If the "VSC" warning light comes on may damage the automatic transmission. 46 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) NOTICE Continued driving with the warning light on , the vehicle skid control system, traction control system and brake assist...indicates a malfunction somewhere in "P" and leave the engine idling until the light goes off. If the light goes off , call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your...
...the ignition is turned to on . If this light comes on . If the "VSC" warning light comes on may damage the automatic transmission. 46 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) NOTICE Continued driving with the warning light on , the vehicle skid control system, traction control system and brake assist...indicates a malfunction somewhere in "P" and leave the engine idling until the light goes off. If the light goes off , call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your...
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 Three-way catalytic converter ...176 Engine exhaust caution ...177 Before starting the engine ...177 Ignition switch with steering lock ...178 Parking brake ...179 How to start the engine ...179 Automatic transmission ...180 Cruise control ...188 Traction control system ...191,193 Vehicle skid control system ...194 Brake system ...197 Brake pad wear limit indicators ...201 Limited-slip differentials ...201 Types of tires ...202 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 175
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving 3-1 Three-way catalytic converter ...176 Engine exhaust caution ...177 Before starting the engine ...177 Ignition switch with steering lock ...178 Parking brake ...179 How to start the engine ...179 Automatic transmission ...180 Cruise control ...188 Traction control system ...191,193 Vehicle skid control system ...194 Brake system ...197 Brake pad wear limit indicators ...201 Limited-slip differentials ...201 Types of tires ...202 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 175
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... only shift out of incorrect operation. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems. D Do not race a cold engine. Shift normally. 180 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to start " on page 222. STARTING AND DRIVING If the weather is below freezing, let the engine warm...
... only shift out of incorrect operation. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems. D Do not race a cold engine. Shift normally. 180 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to start " on page 222. STARTING AND DRIVING If the weather is below freezing, let the engine warm...
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... 190. 3 Shift position indicator The shift position is also displayed on ) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Overdrive switch Normal driving Using engine braking Using the "2" and "L" ...the cruise control is being used, even if you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position (j) Driving in "Snow" mode 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 181 P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position ...
... 190. 3 Shift position indicator The shift position is also displayed on ) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Overdrive switch Normal driving Using engine braking Using the "2" and "L" ...the cruise control is being used, even if you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position (j) Driving in "Snow" mode 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) 181 P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position ...
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... switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light should come on again, push the switch again. When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing this switch. " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. To turn the overdrive off . The engine will automatically be in "...when the engine is automatically set the "Snow" mode. For details, see page 190. To turn the overdrive on . The transmission must be on page 187. 182 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) You can select either "Normal" or "Snow" mode to suit your driving condition. 2.
... switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light should come on again, push the switch again. When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing this switch. " 1 "P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. To turn the overdrive off . The engine will automatically be in "...when the engine is automatically set the "Snow" mode. For details, see page 190. To turn the overdrive on . The transmission must be on page 187. 182 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U) You can select either "Normal" or "Snow" mode to suit your driving condition. 2.