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" Special shaped CDs

" Transparent/translucent CDs

" Low quality CDs

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Table of Contents

Gas Station Information2
Important Information about this Manual6
Safety Symbol6
Event Data Recorder8
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification10
Important Health and Safety Information10
Installation of a Mobile Two Way Radio System - Warning10
Leak Detection Pump11
On Pavement and off Road Driving Tips11
Scrapping of Your Lexus11
Tires and Loading on Your Lexus11
Table of Contents12
How to Use this Manual12
Instrument Panel (Vehicles Without Navigation System)15
Instrument Panel (Vehicles with Navigation System)17
Instrument Cluster (Vehicles Sold in U.S.A.)19
Instrument Cluster (Vehicles Sold in Canada)21
Seat and Steering Wheel23
Exterior View24
Basic Operation26
Quick Reference26
Driver's Seat27
Steering Wheel27
Automatic Transmission28
- Selector Lever Position28
- Headlight and Turn Signal Switch29
- Wiper and Washer Switch30
- Instruments and Controls32
- Keys and Doors32
Keys and Doors33
- Flat Key34
- Starting the Engine Using a Flat Key34
- Engine Immobilizer System37
- Wireless Remote Control38
- Locking/Unlocking the Doors40
- Sounding an Alarm41
- Operating the Windows and Moon Roof42
- Replacing the Battery43
- Locking with Key45
- Side Doors45
- Locking with Inside Lock Button46
- Automatic Door Locking and Unlocking Functions47
- Locking with Power Door Lock Switch47
- Automatic Door Unlocking48
- To Select the Locking Linked with the Shift Position48
- Locking with Rear Door Child Protector49
- Back Door50
- Back Door Stopper51
- Theft Deterrent System51
- Testing the Theft Deterrent System53
- Switches54
- Headlight Switch55
Switches55
- Daytime Running Light System56
- Headlight Dimmer and Turn Signal Switch57
- Fog Light Switch58
- Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch58
- Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers59
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch62
- Rear Window Defogger Switch63
- Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger Switch64
- Power Window Switches65
- Emergency Flasher Switch68
- Seat Heater Switches69
- Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators72
- Fuel Gauge73
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators73
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge74
- Odometer and Trip Meter75
- Tachometer75
- Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers76
- Multi Information Display88
- Instrument Panel Light Control99
- Interior Equipment100
- Interior Lights101
- Sun Visors101
Interior Equipment101
- Illuminated Entry System103
- Personal Lights103
- Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray105
- Power Outlets106
- Glove Box108
- Garage Door Opener109
- Rear Console Box109
- Cupholders115
- Overhead Console Box117
- Auxiliary Box118
- First Aid Kit Holder118
- Floor Mat119
- Coat Hooks120
- Warning Reflector Holder120
- Luggage Cover121
- Tie down Hooks122
- Removing Luggage Cover122
- Exterior Equipment124
Exterior Equipment125
- Hood125
- Fuel Tank Cap126
- Moon Roof128
- To Slide Open the Tilted up Moon Roof129
- To Tilt up the Slide Opened Moon Roof129
- If the Moon Roof Does Not Operate Automatically130
- Jam Protection130
- Operating the Moon Roof from Outside the Vehicle130
- Quarter Windows132
- Roof Luggage Carrier132
- Adjusting the Position of Cross Rails133
- Rear Step Bumper135
- Occupant Restraint Systems136
- Front Seats137
Occupant Restraint Systems137
- Adjusting Front Seats139
- Seat Adjustment Precautions139
- Adjusting Seat Position140
- Adjusting Seatback Angle140
- Adjusting Lumbar Support141
- Adjusting Seat Cushion Angle and Height (Driver’s Seat Only)141
- Rear Seats142
  - Adjusting Rear Seats143
  - Tumbling Second Seat (for Third Seat Entry)144
  - Folding up Third Seats146
  - Seat Belt Hanger147
  - Removing Third Seats150
- Head Restraints153
- Armrests155
- Stowing the Third Center Head Restraint155
- Seat Belts156
  - Fastening Front, Second and Third Seat Belts158
  - Third Center Seat Belt160
  - Stowing the Third Center Seat Belt162
  - Pulling out the Third Center Seat Belt163
  - Stowing the Second and Third Seat Belt Buckles163
  - Hanging the Third Outboard Seat Belts164
  - Seat Belt Extender164
  - Seat Belt Pretensioners167
- SRS Driver Airbag and Front Passenger Airbag171
- SRS Side Airbags and Curtain Shield Airbags181
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System193
- Condition/Operation in Front Passenger Occupant Classification System196
- Roll Sensing of Curtain Shield Airbags off Switch199
  - Child Restraint Precautions200
  - Child Restraint System201
  - Types of Child Restraint System202
  - Installation with 3 Point Type Seat Belt203
  - Convertible Seat Installation207
  - Booster Seat Installation213
  - Using a Top Strap217
  - Installation with Child Restraint Lower Anchorages219
  - Child Restraint System Installation220
- Driving Position Memory System223
  - Recalling the Memorized Position223
  - Setting the Driving Position223
  - Conditions for Memorized Position Activation224
  - Steering Wheel and Mirrors226
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel227
- Adjustment of Steering Wheel Tilt227
- Adjustment of Telescopic Steering Column227
Steering Wheel and Mirrors227
- Automatic Tilt Away Steering Column228
- Outside Rear View Mirrors228
  - Power Rear View Mirror Control229
  - Folding Rear View Mirrors230
- Inside Rear View Mirror231
  - Compass232
  - Calibrating the Compass (Deviation Calibration)233
- Vanity Mirrors236
Section 2 - Air Conditioning and Audio238
- Automatic Air Conditioning Controls239
- Air Flow Selection241
- Climate Control: Setting Operation - Automatic Control242
- Climate Control: Setting Operation - Manual Control243
- If Manual Switching of Air Intake Is Desired244
- If Quick Heating or Cooling Is Desired244
- Windshield Defogging and Defrosting245
- Air Conditioning - for Best Results247
- Heating - for Best Results247
- Defogging and Defrosting248
- Ventilation248
- Center Vents and Side Vents250
- Checking and Replacing the Air Conditioning Filter250
- Rear Cooler Controls253
- Air Flow Control (Rear Cooler)254
- Rear Cooler on off254
- Temperature Control (Rear Cooler)254
- Audio256
- Quick Reference for Your Audio System257
- Turning the System on and off259
- Using Your Audio System: some Basics259
- Tone and Balance260
- Your Radio Antennas261
- Your Cassette Player262
- Your CD Player with Changer262
- Listening to the Radio263
- Presetting a Station264
- Selecting a Station264
- RDS (Radio Data System)265
- Radio Text Message266
- Cassette Tape Player Operation267
- Automatic Program Selection268
- Manual Program Selection268
- CD Player Operation270
- Inserting or Ejecting Cds270
- Playing a CD271
- Searching for a Desired Track or CD272
- Selecting a Desired CD272
- Selecting a Desired Track273
- CD Text274
- Random Playing274
- Audio Remote Controls (Steering Switches)275
- If the Player Malfunctions275
- Audio System Operating Hints277
  - Fm277
  - Radio Reception277
  - Station Swapping277
  - Am278
  - Fading278
  - Station Interference278
  - Use High Quality Cassettes278
  - Caring for Your CD Player and Cds279
- Rear Seat Audio System282
  - Rear Seat Audio System Remote Control283
  - Before Using the Remote Control (for New Vehicle Owners)284
  - Quick Reference for Your Remote Control285
  - Remote Control Holder285
  - Using Your Rear Seat Audio System: some Basics286
  - Turning the Rear Seat System on and off287
  - Radio Operation (Rear)288
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation (Rear)289
  - CD Player Operation (Rear)291
  - Replacing Remote Control Battery293
  - Headphone Jacks294
- Rear Seat Entertainment System296
  - Display297
  - Rear Seat Entertainment System Remote Control298
  - Using the Remote Control299
  - Remote Control Overview301
  - Using Your Audio System303
  - Front Audio System Operation305
  - Selecting the Mode (Front Audio System)305
  - Radio Operation (Front Audio System)306
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation (Front Audio System)308
  - CD Player Operation (Front Audio System)311
  - DVD Player Operation314
  - DVD Player Operation Switches318
  - DVD Video/DVD Audio Player Operation322
  - Precautions for DVD Video Discs322
  - Turning the Menu Screen for the Disc on or off323
  - Skipping to the Predetermined Screen325
  - Selecting the Title/Group326
  - Changing the Still Picture (DVD Audio Only)328
  - Selecting the Bonus Group (DVD Audio Only)328
  - Changing the Subtitle Language329
  - Changing Audio Language330
  - Changing Audio Format331
  - Changing Angle Screen332
  - Changing the Initial Setting333
  - Changing the Audio Language334
  - Changing the DVD Language336
  - Setting Level of Viewer Restrictions337
  - Turning the Angle Mark on or off337
  - Language Code List339
  - Setting the Display Mode339
  - Selecting the Chapter/Track343
  - Using the Control Screen343
  - Error Messages344
  - Selecting the Disc Menu Number (Video CD Only)345
  - Video CD/Audio CD/CD Text Player Operation345
  - Turning on the Disc Menu (Video CD Only)346
  - Changing a Multiplex Transmission (Video CD Only)347
  - Changing Menu Page or Track (Video CD Only)347
  - Changing the Initial Setting (Video CD Only)348
  - Screen Adjustment350
  - DVD Video Disc Information351
  - Selecting the Video Mode351
  - DVD Video Disc Glossary352
  - Marks Shown on DVD Video Discs352
  - A/V Input Adapter354
  - Power Outlet (115 VAC)355
- Audio/Video System Operating Hints358
- Starting and Driving366
- Three Way Catalytic Converters367
- Engine Exhaust Caution368
- Before Starting the Engine369
- Ignition Switch370
- Parking Brake372
  - Before Cranking373
  - Cranking Hold Function373
- How to Start the Engine373
  - Automatic Transmission Operation374
  - Normal Driving375
  - Using Engine Braking377
  - Backing up378
  - Using the “3”, “2” and “L” Positions378
  - Parking379
  - Driving in Second Start Mode380
  - Good Driving Practice380
  - If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever380
  - Four Wheel Drive Control381
- Four Wheel Drive System381
- Shifting Procedure382
- Rear View Monitor System383
  - Area Displayed on Screen385
  - The Rear View Monitor System Camera386
- Cruise Control387
  - Setting Operation388
  - Turning the Cruise Control System on and off388
  - Cancelling the Cruise Control389
  - Resetting to a Faster Speed389
  - Resuming the Cruise Control389
  - Cruise Control Failure Warning390
  - Resetting to a Slower Speed390
- Rear Height Control Air Suspension391
  - Vehicle Height Modes391
  - Vehicle Height Adjustment392
  - Vehicle Height Mode Changing Condition392
  - Turning off the Rear Height Control Air Suspension394
  - Height Control Indicator Lights395
- Electronic Modulated Suspension396
  - Parking and Stopping Tips396
  - Rear Height Control Failure Warning396
- Active Traction Control System397
- Slip Indicator Light398
- Vehicle Stability Control System400
- Downhill Assist Control System402
- Turning on the Downhill Assist Control System403
- Hill Start Assist Control405
- Brake Booster408
- Brake System408
  - Anti Lock Brake System409
  - Brake Assist System412
  - Drum in Disc Type Parking Brake System412
- Tire Pressure Warning System412
  - Tire Pressure Warning System Malfunction414
  - Replacing Tires and Wheels417
  - Selector Switch418
- Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators419
- Limited Slip Differential420
- Driving Tips422
- Driving Tips423
- Off Road Vehicle Precautions423
- Break in Period424
- Operation in Foreign Countries425
- Tips for Driving in Various Conditions425
- Off Road Driving Precautions427
- Winter Driving Tips429
- Dinghy Towing430
- Trailer Towing431
  - Weight Limits431
  - Weight Distributing Hitch Receiver View432
  - Hitches434
  - Trailer Ball434
  - Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height435
  - Brakes and Safety Chains436
  - Service Connector for Towing Brake Controller437
  - Tires437
  - Break in Schedule438
  - Connecting a Trailer438
  - Disconnecting a Trailer438
  - Trailer Lights438
  - Pre Towing Safety Check439
  - Trailer Towing Tips439
- How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer441
- When Restarting out after Parking on a Slope441
- Vehicle Load Limits443
- Cargo and Luggage444
  - Cargo Capacity444
  - Capacity and Distribution445
  - Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit445
- In Case of an Emergency450
- If Your Engine Stalls While Driving451
- If Your Vehicle will Not Start451
  - Jump Starting452
  - Starting a Flooded Engine452
  - Jump Starting Procedure454
- If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed455
- If Your Vehicle Overheats456
- If You Have a Flat Tire457
- To Remove the Spare Tire461
- If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck471
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed472
  - Towing Precautions473
  - Using a Flat Bed Truck474
  - Tie down Angle475
  - Emergency Towing476
  - Towing with a Sling Type Truck476
  - Emergency Towing Hook Precautions477
- If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever478
- Tips for Towing a Stuck Vehicle478
- Lexus Link System479
  - Safety Information for the Lexus Link System480
  - Information for Using the Lexus Link System481
  - Automatic Notifications of Airbag Deployment483
  - Manual Emergency Calling483
  - If Your Vehicle Is Stolen484
  - Other Services484
  - Remote Door Locking/Unlocking by Lexus Link System485
  - Remote Horn and Lights by Lexus Link System485
  - Personal Calling486
  - Advisor Record487
  - Lexus Link System Indicator and Warning Lights488
  - Advisor Playback489
  - Voice Recognition489
  - Personal Calling Universal Commands490
  - To Dial a Number Using Digit Dial491
  - To Place a Call Using a Stored Nametag492
  - To Place a Call Using the “Redial” Command492
  - Accessing Voicemail and Sending Number Tones to Automated Systems493
  - Ending a Call493
  - Receiving a Call493
  - To Recall a Number from Lexus Link493
  - Storing/Deleting Numbers in Nemory (Nametags)495
  - To Store a Nametag496
  - To Store a Nametag Using Digit Store496
  - To Delete a Nametag497
  - To List Your Nametags497
  - To Verify Remaining Minutes/To Add more Calling Units (Minutes)497
  - Verifying Remaining Units (Minutes)497
  - Automatic Contact to Lexus Link for Replenishment498
  - Retrieveing Your Phone Numbers498
  - Security Code/Locking Your System498
  - To Turn On/Off the Security498
  - Voice Command Error Messages499
  - Voice Commands/Speech Recognition499
  - “Pardon”499
  - “Slower, Please”499
  - General Tips for Better Speech Recognition500
  - How to Speak500
  - Noise500
  - When to Speak500
  - Personal Calling: One Word Commands501
  - Tips for Entering a Phone Number Using the Dial and Store Commands501
  - What to Say501
  - If Problems Continue502
  - Audible Voice Prompts503
  - Lexus Link Transceiver Antenna505
- If You Lose Your Keys or Lock Yourself out506
- Maintenance508
- Maintenance Requirements509
  - Engine Compartment Maintenance510
  - Engine Coolant Level/Radiator, Condenser and Hoses510
- General Maintenance510
  - Washer Fluid510
  - Battery Maintenance511
  - Brake Fluid Level511
  - Engine Oil Level511
  - Vehicle Interior Maintenance511
  - Tire Inflation Pressure512
  - Tire Rotation512
  - Tire Surface512
  - Vehicle Exterior Maintenance512
- Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing513
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs514
  - Service Procedures and Specifications516
  - Vehicle Identification517
  - Theft Prevention Labels518
  - Engine Compartment Overview519
  - Removing the Engine Compartment Covers520
  - Do It Youself Service Precautions521
  - Checking the Engine Coolant Level523
  - Checking the Engine Oil Level523
  - Parts and Tools523
  - Checking and Replacing the Blade Type Fuses524
  - Checking Battery Condition524
  - Checking Brake Fluid/Checking Power Steering Fluid524
  - Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses/Adding Washer Fluid524
- Specifications526
  - Engine Specifications527
  - Lubrication System Specifications528
  - Cooling System Specifications529
  - Electrical System Specifications530
  - Ignition System Specifications530
  - Fuel Type531
  - Gasoline Containing Detergent Additives531
  - Octane Rating531
  - Cleaner Burning Gasoline532
  - Gasoline Containing MMT532
  - Oxygenates in Gasoline532
  - Quality Gasoline532
- Fuel Pump Shut off System533
  - Fuel Tank Capacity533
  - Gasoline Quality533
- Facts about Engine Oil Consumption534
  - Functions of Engine Oil534
  - Importance of Engine Oil Level Check535
- Used Engine Oil535
  - Checking the Engine Oil Level Procedure536
  - Engine Oil Selection538
  - Oil Identification Marks538
  - Recommended Viscosity538
  - Checking the Engine Coolant Level Procedure539
  - Coolant Type Selection540
- Checking the Radiator and Condenser541
- Spark Plugs541
  - Chassis Specifications543
  - Defferential Data543
  - Transfer Data543
  - Automatic Transmission Specifications544
  - Brakes Specifications544
  - Chassis Lubrication545
  - Steering Specifications545
  - Tires and Wheels Specifications545
- Checking Brake Fluid546
- Refilling Brake Fluid546
- Checking Power Steering Fluid547
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure548
- Tires Inspection and Adjustment Procedure550
- Tire Information552
  - Tire Symbols552
  - DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)554
  - Tire Size554
  - Name of each Section of Tire555
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading556
  - Glossary of Tire Terminology558
  - Occupant Loading and Distribution for Vehicle Normal Load560
  - All Season Tires561
  - Summer Tires561
- Types of Tires561
- Rotating Tires562
- Checking and Replacing Tires563
  - When to Replace Your Tires563
  - Tire Selection564
- Installing Snow Tires and Chains565
  - Snow Tire Installation565
  - Snow Tire Selection565
  - When to Use Snow Tires or Chains565
  - Tire Chain Selection566
  - Chain Installation567
- Replacing Wheels568
  - Wheel Selection568
  - When to Replace Your Wheels568
- Aluminum Wheel Precautions569
- Suspension and Chassis569
- Specifications570
  - Electrical Components Specifications571
  - Fuse Locations571
  - Fuses Diagram571
  - Fuses List572
  - Checking Battery Condition - Precautions576
  - Checking Battery Exterior577
  - If the Battery Is Disconnected or Run down578
- Battery Recharging Precautions579
- Checking and Replacing the Blade Type Fuses579
- Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses582
- Adding Washer Fluid583
- Replacing Light Bulbs584
- Light Location585
- Body Specifications589
- Dimensions and Weights589
- Fuel Tank Specifications590
- Protecting Your Vehicle from Corrosion591
- Washing and Waxing592
- Washing Your Lexus592
- Automatic Car Wash593
- Cleaning the Interior594
- Leather Trimmed Interior594
- Waxing Your Lexus594
- Non Leather Trim (Part of Door Panels)595
- Carpets, Windows and Seat Belt596
- Air Conditioning Control/Audio/Instrument/Console Panels and Switches597
- Rain Clearing Mirrors597
- The Importance of Scheduled Maintenance602
- Every 30 Days605
- General Maintenance Procedures605
- When Refueling605
- Scheduled Maintenance Log606
- Complimentary Lexus Personalized Settings607
- 12 Months or 10,000 Miles608
- 6 Months or 5,000 Miles608
- 18 Months or 15,000 Miles609
- 24 Months or 20,000 Miles610
- 30 Months or 25,000 Miles610
- 36 Months or 30,000 Miles611
- 42 Months or 35,000 Miles612
- 48 Months or 40,000 Miles612
- 54 Months or 45,000 Miles613
- 60 Months or 50,000 Miles614
- 66 Months or 55,000 Miles614
- 72 Months or 60,000 Miles615
- 78 Months or 65,000 Miles616
- 84 Months or 70,000 Miles616
- 90 Months or 75,000 Miles617
- 102 Months or 85,000 Miles618
- 96 Months or 80,000 Miles618
- 108 Months or 90,000 Miles619
- 114 Months or 95,000 Miles620
- 120 Months or 100,000 Miles620
- 126 Months or 105,000 Miles621
- 132 Months or 110,000 Miles622
- 138 Months or 115,000 Miles622
- 144 Months or 120,000 Miles623
- 150 Months or 125,000 Miles624
- 156 Months or 130,000 Miles624
- 162 Months or 135,000 Miles625
- 168 Months or 140,000 Miles626
- 174 Months or 145,000 Miles626
- 180 Months or 150,000 Miles627
- Explanation of Maintenance Items628

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