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DRIVING TIPS

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Table of Contents

Important Information2
Occupant Restraint Systems2
Event Data Recorder3
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Lexus5
Installation of a Mobile Two−Way Radio System5
Scrapping of Your Lexus5
Tires and Loading on Your Lexus5
Table of Contents6
How to Use the Manual6
Safety Symbol7
Instrument Panel9
Pictorial Index10
Instrument Cluster (USA)11
Instrument Cluster (Canada)13
Seat and Steering Wheel Content15
Exterior View Content16
Basic Operation18
Quick Reference Content18
Driver's Seat19
Tilt Steering Column19
Power Adjustable Pedals20
Automatic Transmission21
Headlight and Turn Signal Switch22
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch23
- Instyruments and Controls26
- Keys and Doors Content26
Keys and Doors27
- Flat Key28
- Starting the Engine Using a Flat Key28
- Engine Immobilizer System31
- Wireless Remote Control33
- Doors40
- Theft Deterrent System44
- Headlight Switch (U.S.A.)49
- Switches49
- Headlight Switch (Canada)51
- Headlight Dimmer and Turn Signal Switch54
- Fog Light Switch55
- Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch55
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger Switch60
- Returning to the Retracted Position60
- Power Window Switches61
- Emergency Flasher Switch64
- Seat Ventilator/Heater Switches65
- Fuel Gauge71
Instrument and Controls70
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators71
- Low Fuel Level Warning Light71
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge72
- Normal Range72
- Odometer and Trip Meter73
- Tachometer73
- Trip Meter Reset Knob73
- Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers74
- Multi−Information Display84
- Instrument Panel Light Control87
- Interior Equipment Content88
- Interior Light89
- Sun Visors89
Interior Equipment89
- Illuminated Entry System90
- Personal Lights90
- Clock91
- Foot Lights91
- Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray92
- Power Outlet93
- Glove Box94
- Rear Console Box94
- Garage Door Opener95
  - Programming a Rolling Code System96
  - Operating the Homelink97
  - Programming an Entrance Gate / Programming All Devices in the Canadian Market97
  - Programming Other Devices97
  - Reprogramming a Button97
  - Erasing the Entire Homelink Memory98
- Cupholders99
- Overhead Console Box100
- Auxiliary Boxes101
- Floor Mat102
- Trunk Storage Extension102
- Grocery Bag Hook103
- Coat Hooks104
- Rear Electric Sunshade104
- Tie−Down Hooks105
- Exterior Equipment Content106
- Hood107
Exterior Equipment107
- Trunk Lid108
- Fuel Tank Cap111
- Moonroof114
- Front Seats119
Occupant Restraint System119
- Front Passenger Seat120
- Front Seats (with SRS Side Airbags)120
- Adjusting Front Seats121
- Seat Adjustment Precautions121
- Adjusting Seat Position122
- Adjusting Seatback Angle122
- Adjusting Lumbar Support123
- Adjusting Seat Cushion Angle and Height123
- Head Restraints124
- Seat Belt Precautions125
- Seat Belts125
  - Fastening Front and Rear Seat Belts127
  - Adjust the Position of the Lap and Shoulder Belts128
  - Adjust the Shoulder Anchor Position to Your Size128
  - Seat Belt Comfort Guides129
  - Seat Belt Extender130
  - Seat Belt Pretensioners133
- SRS Driver Airbag and Front Passenger Airbag137
- SRS Side Airbags and Curtain Shield Airbags147
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System157
- Condition and Operation in the Front Passenger Occupant Classification System160
- Child Restraint162
  - Child Restraint Precautions162
  - Child Restraint System164
  - Infant Seat164
  - Types of Child Restraint System164
  - Booster Seat165
  - Convertible Seat165
  - Infant Seat Installation165
  - Installation with 3-Point Type Seat Belt165
  - Convertible Seat Installation169
  - Booster Seat Installation175
  - Using a Top Strap178
  - To Use the Anchor Bracket179
  - Installation with Child Restraint Lower Anchorages180
  - Child Restraint System Installation181
- Driving Position Memory System182
  - Setting the Driving Position182
  - Conditions for Memorized Position Activation183
- Front Passenger Seat Position Memory System184
- Recalling the Memorized Position183
- Setting the Front Passenger Seat Position184
- Steering Wheel and Mirrors Content186
Steering Wheel and Mirrors187
- Power Adjustable Pedals187
- Tilt Steering Column187
- Outside Rear View Mirrors188
  - When You Set Your Driving Position188
  - Power Rear View Mirror Control189
  - Folding Rear View Mirrors190
- Inside Rear View Mirror191
  - Compass192
  - Calibrating the Compass193
  - Compass Sensor193
  - Zone Number194
- Vanity Mirrors196
  - Air Conditioning Content198
  - Automatic Air Conditioning Controls199
  - Air Flow Selection201
  - Climate Control202
  - Setting Operation - Automatic Control202
  - Setting Operation - Manual Control203
  - Windshield Defogging and Defrosting205
  - Operating Tips206
  - Air Conditioning207
  - Heating207
  - Ventilation207
  - Side Vents and Rear Vents209
  - Checking and Replacing the Air Conditioning Filter210
  - Audio Content214
  - Audio System (with Single−CD Player)215
  - Quick Reference for Your Audio System215
  - Turning the System on and off217
  - Using Your Audio System: some Basics217
  - Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)220
  - Your Cassette Player220
  - Your CD Player220
  - Your Radio Antennas220
  - Listening to the Radio221
  - Radio Operation221
  - Presetting a Station222
  - Selecting a Station222
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation223
  - Playing a Cassette Tape223
  - Manual Program Selection224
  - Automatic Program Selection225
  - CD Player Operation226
  - Inserting or Ejecting CD’s226
  - Playing a CD227
  - Selecting a Desired CD228
  - Searching for a Desired Track or CD229
  - Repeating a Track or a CD230
  - Selecting a Desired Track230
  - If the Player Malfunctions231
  - Random Playing231
  - Audio Remote Controls232
  - When the Radio Mode Is Selected232
  - When the “TAPE” Mode Is Selected232
  - Audio System Operating Hints233
  - Radio Reception233
  - When the “CD” Mode Is Selected233
  - Caring for Your Cassette Player and Tapes234
  - Fm/Am234
  - Caring for Your CD Player and CD’s235
  - Use High−Quality Cassettes235
  - Audio System (with Six-CD Changer)239
  - Your CD Player with Changer244
  - RDS (Radio Data System)247
  - TYPE (Program Type)247
  - How to Subscribe to an XM Satellite Radio248
  - Radio Operation (XM Satellite Radio Broadcast)248
  - Radio Text Message248
  - Listening to the Satellite Radio249
  - Satellite Tuner Technology Notice249
  - Presetting a Channel250
  - Selecting a Channel250
  - Channel Category251
  - Displaying the Title and Name252
  - If the Satellite Radio Tuner Malfunctions253
  - Starting and Driving Content270
- Three−Way Catalytic Converter271
- Engine Exhaust Caution272
- Before Starting the Engine273
- Ignition Switch with Steering Lock274
- Parking Brake275
- Before Cranking276
- How to Start the Engine276
- Normal Starting Procedure276
- Automatic Transmission277
  - Normal Driving278
  - Using Engine Braking280
  - Backing up281
  - Using the “3”, “2” and “L” Positions281
  - Good Driving Practice282
  - If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever282
  - Parking282
- Cruise Control283
  - Turning the System on283
  - Cancelling the Preset Speed284
  - Resetting to a Faster Speed284
  - Setting at a Desired Speed284
  - Setting Operation284
  - Cruise Control Failure Warning285
  - Resetting to a Slower Speed285
  - Resuming the Preset Speed285
- Electronic Modulated Suspension286
- Traction Control System286
  - Normal Driving Mode287
  - Slip Indicator Light287
  - Traction Control off Mode287
  - “VSC” Warning Light288
- Vehicle Stability Control System289
- Brake Booster291
- Brake System291
  - Anti−Lock Brake System292
  - Brake Assist System295
- Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators295
  - Drum−In−Disc Type Parking Brake System295
  - Driving Tips Content296
  - Starting and Driving296
- Break−In Period297
- Driving Tips297
- Operation in Foreign Countries297
- Tips for Driving in Various Conditions298
- Winter Driving Tips299
- Dinghy Towing301
- Trailer Towing301
  - Weight Limits302
  - Hitches303
  - Tongue Load303
  - Total Trailer Weight303
  - Brakes and Safety Chains304
  - Break−In Schedule304
  - Tires304
  - Trailer Lights304
  - Maintenance305
  - Pre−Towing Safety Check305
  - Trailer Towing Tips305
- How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer307
- Vehicle Load Limits309
- Cargo and Luggage310
  - Stowage Precautions310
  - Example on Your Vehicle311
  - In Case of an Emergency Content314
- If Your Engine Stalls While Driving315
- If Your Vehicle will Not Start315
  - Simple Checks315
  - Starting a Flooded Engine316
  - Jump Starting317
  - Jump Starting Procedure318
- If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed320
- If Your Vehicle Overheats320
- If You Have a Flat Tire321
- If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck331
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed332
  - Towing Precautions332
  - Towing with a Wheel Lift Type Truck333
  - Using a Flat Bed Truck334
  - Tie down Angle335
  - Emergency Towing336
  - Towing with a Sling Type Truck336
  - Installing Front Towing Eyelet337
- If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever339
- If You Lose Your Keys or Lock Yourself out340
  - Maintenance Content342
  - General Maintenance343
  - Maintenance Requirements343
  - Scheduled Maintenance343
  - Engine Compartment344
  - Engine Coolant Level344
  - General Maintenance344
  - What about Do−It−Yourself Maintenance?344
  - Where to Go for Service?344
  - Battery345
  - Engine Oil Level345
  - Power Steering Fluid Level345
  - Vehicle Interior345
  - Accelerator Pedal346
  - Automatic Transmission “Park” Mechanism346
  - Brakes346
  - Vehicle Exterior346
  - Does the Vehicle Need Repairing?347
  - Tire Inflation Pressure347
  - Tire Rotation347
  - Tire Surface347
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs348
  - Service Procedures and Specifications Content350
  - Vehicle Identification351
  - Theft Prevention Labels352
  - Engine Compartment Overview353
  - Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions354
  - Checking the Engine Oil Level355
  - Parts and Tools355
  - Checking Battery Condition356
  - Checking Brake Fluid356
  - Checking Power Steering Fluid356
  - Checking the Engine Coolant Level356
  - Adding Washer Fluid357
  - Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses357
  - Positioning the Jack357
  - Engine Content360
  - Engine Specifications361
- Fuel364
  - Fuel Type364
  - Gasolines Containing Detergent Additives364
  - Octane Rating364
  - Cleaner Burning Gasoline365
  - Fuel Tank Capacity365
  - Gasoline Containing MMT365
  - Gasoline Quality365
  - Engine Oil Consumption366
- Facts about Engine Oil Consumption366
- Fuel Pump Shut off System366
  - Functions of Engine Oil366
  - Importance of Engine Oil Level Check367
- Checking the Engine Oil Level368
- Used Engine Oil368
  - Engine Oil Selection370
  - Oil Identification Marks371
- Checking the Engine Coolant Level372
- Coolant Type Selection372
- Checking the Radiator and Condenser373
- Spark Plugs374
  - Chassis Content376
  - Chassis Specifications377
- Checking Brake Fluid381
- Checking Power Steering Fluid382
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure383
- Inspection and Adjustment Procedure385
- Tire Information387
  - Tire Symbols387
  - DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)389
  - Tire Size389
  - Name of each Section of Tire390
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading391
  - Glossary of Tire Terminology393
  - All Season Tires396
  - Summer Tires396
- Types of Tires396
- Rotating Tires397
- Checking and Replacing Tires398
  - When to Replace Your Tires398
  - Tire Selection399
- Installing Snow Tires and Chains400
  - Snow Tire Installation400
  - Snow Tire Selection400
  - When to Use Snow Tires or Chains400
  - Tire Chain Selection401
- Replacing Wheels402
- When to Replace Your Wheels402
- Aluminum Wheel Precautions403
- Wheel Selection403
- Suspension and Chassis404
  - Electrical Components Content406
  - Electrical Components Specifications407
  - Fuse Locations407
  - Driver’s Side Instrument Panel408
  - Fuses408
- Checking Battery Condition413
- Checking Battery Exterior414
- Battery Recharging Precautions416
- Checking and Replacing the Blade Type Fuses416
- Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses419
- Adding Washer Fluid420
- Adjusting the Vertical Aiming421
- Checking the Headlight Aim421
- Replacing Light Bulbs422
  - Light Location423
  - Body Content426
  - Body Specifications427
- Protecting Your Vehicle from Corrosion428
- Hand−Washing Your Lexus429
- Washing and Waxing429
- Automatic Car Wash430
- Cleaning the Interior431
- Leather−Trimmed Interior431
- Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts433
- Non−Leather Trim (Dash)433
- Air Conditioning Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel and Switches434
- Gas Station Information438

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