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Table of Contents

Important Information about Your Lexus2
Occupant Restraint Systems2
Event Data Recorder3
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Lexus5
Spark Ignition System of Your Lexus5
Installation of a Mobile Two−Way Radio System5
Tires and Loading on Your Lexus5
On−Pavement and Off−Road Driving Tips6
Table of Contents7
Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings9
Instrument Panel (Vehicles with Navigation System)11
Instrument Panel (Vehicles Without Navigation System)13
AIRBAG ON" and "AIRBAG off14
- Instrument Cluster (Vehicles Sold in U. S. A.)15
- Instrument Cluster (Vehicles Sold in Canada)17
- Front Seat19
- Steering Wheel and Column20
- Exterior View21
- Basic Operation22
- Quick Reference22
- Driver's Seat23
- Steering Wheel (Tilt Type)23
- Steering Wheel (Tilt and Telescopic Type)24
- Automatic Transmission (Standard Type)25
- Automatic Transmission (Multi-Mode Type)27
- Headlight and Turn Signal Switch29
- Wiper and Washer Switch30
- Instruments and Controls32
Keys and Doors33
- Flat Key34
- Starting the Engine Using a Flat Key34
- Engine Immobilizer System37
- Wireless Remote Control39
- Side Doors48
- Back Door52
- Power Back Door55
- Theft Deterrent System63
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View68
- Headlight Switch69
Switches69
- Automatic Headlight Leveling System (Vehicles with Discharge Headlight Only)71
- Adaptive Front−Lighting System72
- Headlight Dimmer and Turn Signal Switch73
- Fog Light Switch74
- Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch74
  - Rain−Sensing Windshield Wipers76
  - Lifting the Windshield Wiper Arms79
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch80
- Headlight Cleaner Switch81
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger, and Windshield Wiper De−Icer Switch82
- Power Window Switches83
- Emergency Flasher Switch87
- Seat Heater Switches88
- Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators90
- Fuel Gauge91
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators91
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge92
- Tachometer93
- Odometer and Trip Meter94
- Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers95
- Cruise Information Display108
- Instrument Panel Light Control111
- Multi−Display Light Control112
- Interior Equipment114
- Interior Lights115
- Sun Visors115
Interior Equipment115
- Rear116
- Personal Lights117
- Illuminated Entry System118
- Luggage Compartment Lights118
- Clock120
- Outside Temperature Display121
- 12 VDC122
- Power Outlets122
- 115 Vac123
- Rear Console Box125
- Using the Rear Console Box126
- Glove Box127
- Power Back Door off Switch127
- Garage Door Opener128
  - Programming a Rolling Code System129
  - Programming an Entrance Gate/Programming All Devices in the Canadian Market129
  - Programming Other Devices130
  - Reprogramming a Button130
- Cupholders132
- Front132
- Overhead Console Box134
- Auxiliary Boxes135
- Auxiliary Box and Grocery Bag Hooks136
- Luggage Cover137
  - Automatic Retract Function138
  - Removing Luggage Cover140
- Floor Mat141
- Tie−Down Hooks142
- Exterior Equipment144
- Hood145
Exterior Equipment145
- Fuel Tank Cap146
- In Case the Opener Is Not Actuated148
- Moon Roof (Normal Type)149
- Operating the Moon Roof from Outside the Vehicle151
- Moon Roof (Multi−Panel Type)153
- Adjusting the Position of Cross Rails157
- Roof Luggage Carrier157
- Occupant Restraint Systems160
- Front Seats161
- Front Seat Precautions161
- Driver Seat161
Occupant Restraint Systems161
- Front Passenger Seat162
- Front Seats (with SRS Side Airbags)163
- Seat Adjustment Precautions163
- Adjusting Front Seats164
- Adjusting Seat Position165
- Adjusting Seatback Angle165
- Adjusting Seat Cushion Angle and Height166
- Adjusting Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat Only)167
- Flattening Seatbacks167
- Rear Seats169
  - Sliding and Reclining Rear Seats169
  - Folding down Rear Seatbacks170
- Armrests172
- Head Restraints173
- Seat Belt Precautions175
- Seat Belts175
  - Fastening Front and Rear Seat Belts177
  - Seat Belt Comfort Guides180
  - Installing the Comfort Guide181
  - Removing and Storing the Comfort Guide183
  - Seat Belt Extender183
  - Seat Belt Pretensioners186
- SRS Driver Airbags and Front Passenger Airbag191
- SRS Side Airbags and Curtain Shield Airbags202
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System214
- Condition and Operation in the Front Passenger Occupant Classification System216
- Child Restraint219
  - Child Restraint Precautions219
  - Child Restraint System220
  - Convertible Seat221
  - Infant Seat221
  - Types of Child Restraint System221
  - Booster Seat222
  - Infant Seat Installation222
  - Installation with 3-Point Type Seat Belt222
  - Convertible Seat Installation227
  - Booster Seat Installation234
  - Using a Top Strap238
  - Installation with Child Restraint Lower Anchorages241
  - Child Restraint System Installation242
- Driving Position Memory System245
  - Recalling the Memorized Position246
  - Setting the Driving Position246
  - Conditions for Memorized Position Activation247
  - Steering Wheel and Mirrors248
- Steering Wheel (Tilt Type)249
Steering Wheel and Mirrors249
- Adjustment of Steering Wheel Tilt250
- Adjustment of Telescopic Steering Column250
- Steering Wheel (Tilt and Telescopic Type)250
- Automatic Tilt−Away Steering Column251
- Outside Rear View Mirrors251
  - Power Rear View Mirror Control252
  - Folding Rear View Mirrors253
- Inside Rear View Mirror254
- Vanity Mirrors261
Section 2 - Air Conditioning and Audio262
- Automatic Air Conditioning Controls263
- Climate Control266
- Windshield Defogging and Defrosting273
- Operating Tips274
- Air Conditioning275
- Heating275
- Defogging and Defrosting276
- Ventilation276
- Side Vents and Rear Vents278
- Checking and Replacing the Air Conditioning Filter279
- Audio282
- Audio System (with Single−CD Player)283
  - Quick Reference for Your Audio System283
  - Using Your Audio System: some Basics285
  - Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL): When the Audio Sound289
  - Radio Operation290
  - Radio Text Message294
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation295
  - Manual Program Selection296
  - Automatic Program Selection297
  - CD Player Operation298
  - Inserting or Ejecting Cds298
  - Playing a CD299
  - Searching for a Desired Track300
  - Selecting a Desired Track300
  - Random Playing301
  - Repeating a Track301
  - CD Text302
- Audio System (with Six−CD Changer)303
  - Turning the System on and off305
  - Your CD Player with Changer309
  - Listening to the Radio310
  - Presetting a Station311
  - Selecting a Station311
  - RDS (Radio Data System)312
  - Playing a Cassette Tape315
  - Selecting a Desired CD320
  - Searching for a Desired Track or CD321
  - Repeating a Track or a CD322
- Audio Remote Controls325
  - If the Player Malfunctions325
  - When the Radio Mode Is Selected326
  - When the “CD” Mode Is Selected326
  - When the “TAPE” Mode Is Selected326
- Rear Seat Entertainment System327
  - Rear Seat Entertainment System Remote Control329
  - Before Using the Remote Control (for New Vehicle Owners)330
  - Using the Remote Control331
  - Locating the Remote Control332
  - Quick Reference for Your Remote Control333
  - Buttons on the DVD Player Unit336
  - Front Audio System Operation341
  - Selecting the Mode341
  - Radio Operation342
  - Cassette Tape Player Operation344
  - CD Player Operation347
  - Replacing Remote Control Battery348
  - DVD Player Operation350
  - Ejecting the Disc352
  - Selecting the DVD Mode352
  - DVD Player Operation Switches353
  - Turning the Operation Switches on and off354
  - DVD Video/DVD Audio Player Operation358
  - Turning the Menu Screen for the Disc on or off359
  - Skipping to the Predetermined Screen361
  - Selecting the Title/Group362
  - Changing the Still Picture (DVD Audio Only)364
  - Selecting the Bonus Group (DVD Audio Only)364
  - Changing the Subtitle Language365
  - Changing Audio Language366
  - Changing Audio Format367
  - Changing Angle Screen368
  - Changing the Initial Setting369
  - Changing the Audio Language370
  - Changing the DVD Language372
  - Setting Level of Viewer Restrictions373
  - Turning the Angle Mark on or off373
  - Language Code List375
  - Setting the Display Mode375
  - Selecting the Chapter/Track379
  - Using the Control Screen379
  - Error Messages380
  - Selecting the Disc Menu Number (Video CD Only)381
  - Video CD/Audio CD/CD Text Player Operation381
  - Turning on the Disc Menu (Video CD Only)382
  - Changing a Multiplex Transmission (Video CD Only)383
  - Changing Menu Page or Track (Video CD Only)383
  - Changing the Initial Setting (Video CD Only)384
  - Screen Adjustment386
  - DVD Video Disc Information387
  - Selecting the Video Mode387
  - DVD Video Disc Glossary388
  - Marks Shown on DVD Video Discs388
  - A/V Input Adapter390
  - Power Outlet (115 VAC)391
  - Headphone Jacks392
- Audio/Video System Operating Hints394
  - Radio Reception394
  - Am395
  - Fm395
  - Caring for Your CD Player, DVD Player and Cds396
  - DVD Player398
  - Starting and Driving402
- Three−Way Catalytic Converters403
- Engine Exhaust Caution405
- Before Starting the Engine406
- Ignition Switch with Steering Lock406
- Parking Brake408
- Before Cranking409
- How to Start the Engine409
- Automatic Transmission (Standard Type)410
  - Normal Driving412
  - Using Engine Braking413
  - Backing up415
  - Using the “3”, “2” and “L” Positions415
  - Parking416
  - Good Driving Practice417
  - Driving in Snow Mode418
  - If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever418
- Automatic Transmission (Multi−Mode Type)419
- Driving in “S” Mode422
- Rear View Monitor System429
  - Area Displayed on Screen431
  - The Rear View Monitor System Camera432
- Cruise Control433
  - Setting Operation434
  - Turning the System on434
  - Cruise Control Failure Warning436
- Dynamic Laser Cruise Control437
  - Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Mode438
  - Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Operations439
  - Vehicle−To−Vehicle Distance Control Mode439
  - Setting the Desired Speed445
  - Cancelling the Preset Speed446
  - Resetting to a Faster Speed446
  - Resetting to a Slower Speed447
  - Resuming the Preset Speed447
  - Changing Vehicle−To−Vehicle Distance448
  - Braking Control449
  - Approach Warning450
  - Laser Radar Sensor450
  - Vehicle−To−Vehicle Distance Control Mode Failure Warning451
  - Conventional (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode453
  - Conventional Cruise Control Mode Failure Warning457
- Electronically Modulated Air Suspension458
  - Vehicle Height Modes459
  - Automatic Leveling Function462
  - Selecting “LO”, “HI” or “N” Mode462
  - Selecting the Easy Access Mode464
  - Turning off the Electronically Modulated Air Suspension466
  - Height Control Failure Warning468
  - Operating Noise of the Electronically Modulated Air Suspension469
  - Parking and Stopping Tips469
- Traction Control System (Two−Wheel Drive Models)470
  - Traction Control off Mode471
  - “VSC” Warning Light472
- Traction Control System (Four−Wheel Drive Models)473
- Vehicle Stability Control System476
- Brake System478
  - Anti−Lock Brake System479
  - Brake Booster479
  - “ABS” Warning Light481
  - Brake Assist System482
  - Drum−In−Disc Type Parking Brake System482
  - Low Tire Pressure Warning Light483
- Tire Pressure Warning System483
- Tire Pressure Warning System Reset Switch484
- Tire Pressure Warning System Reset Switch485
- Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators486
  - Driving Tips488
  - Starting and Driving488
- Driving Tips489
- Off−Road Vehicle Precautions489
- Break−In Period490
- Operation in Foreign Countries491
- Tips for Driving in Various Conditions491
- Height Control Switch492
- Off−Road Driving Precautions493
- Winter Driving Tips495
- Dinghy Towing496
- Trailer Towing497
  - Weight Limits498
  - Hitches500
  - Tow Hitch Receiver500
  - Trailer Ball501
  - Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height502
  - Brakes and Safety Chains503
  - Tires503
  - Break−In Schedule504
  - Connecting a Trailer (Models with Electronically Modulated Air Suspension)504
  - Maintenance504
  - Trailer Lights504
  - Disconnecting a Trailer (Models with Electronically Modulated Air Suspension)505
  - Pre−Towing Safety Check505
  - Trailer Towing Tips506
- How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer508
- Vehicle Load Limits510
- Cargo and Luggage511
  - Example on Your Vehicle513
  - In Case of an Emergency514
- If Your Engine Stalls While Driving515
- If Your Vehicle will Not Start515
  - Simple Checks515
  - Starting a Flooded Engine516
  - Jump Starting517
  - Jump Starting Procedure518
- If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed520
- If Your Vehicle Overheats520
- When the Engine Overheats520
- If You Have a Flat Tire521
- Access to Spare Tire523
- If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck535
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed536
  - Towing Precautions537
  - Towing with a Wheel Lift Type Truck537
  - Using a Flat Bed Truck539
  - Emergency Towing541
  - Towing with a Sling Type Truck541
  - Emergency Towing Eyelet Precautions543
  - Installing Front Towing Eyelet544
- If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever545
- If You Lose Your Keys or Lock Yourself out546
  - Maintenance548
  - General Maintenance549
  - Maintenance Requirements549
  - Scheduled Maintenance549
  - Where to Go for Service?549
  - Engine Compartment550
  - General Maintenance550
  - What about Do−It−Yourself Maintenance?550
  - Vehicle Interior551
  - Vehicle Exterior552
  - Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?553
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs554
  - Introduction556
  - Service Procedures and Specifications556
  - Vehicle Identification557
  - Theft Prevention Labels (U.S.A. Only)558
  - Engine Compartment Overview560
  - Removing the Engine Compartment Cover561
  - Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions562
  - Parts and Tools564
  - Positioning the Jack565
  - Engine568
- Engine569
- Specifications569
- Fuel572
  - Fuel Type572
  - Gasoline Containing Detergent Additives572
  - Octane Rating572
  - Cleaner Burning Gasoline573
  - Gasoline Containing MMT573
  - Oxygenates in Gasoline573
  - Quality Gasoline573
- Fuel Pump Shut off System574
  - Fuel Tank Capacity574
  - Gasoline Quality574
  - Engine Oil Consumption575
- Facts about Engine Oil Consumption575
  - Functions of Engine Oil575
  - Importance of Engine Oil Level Check576
- Used Engine Oil576
- Checking the Engine Oil Level577
  - Engine Oil Selection579
  - Oil Identification Marks579
- Checking the Engine Coolant Level580
- Coolant Type Selection581
- Checking the Radiator and Condenser582
- Spark Plugs583
- Chassis584
- Specifications585
- Checking Brake Fluid589
- Checking Power Steering Fluid590
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure591
- Inspection and Adjustment Procedure592
- Tire Information594
  - Tire Symbols594
  - DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)596
  - Tire Size596
  - Name of each Section of Tire597
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading598
  - Glossary of Tire Terminology600
  - Occupant Loading and Distribution for Vehicle Normal Load for Various Designated Seating Capacities603
  - All Season Tires604
  - Summer Tires604
- Types of Tires604
- Rotating Tires605
- Checking and Replacing Tires606
  - When to Replace Your Tires606
  - Tire Selection607
- Installing Snow Tires and Chains608
  - Snow Tire Selection608
  - When to Use Snow Tires or Chains608
  - Snow Tire Installation609
  - Tire Chain Selection609
  - Chain Installation610
- Replacing Wheels611
  - Wheel Selection611
  - When to Replace Your Wheels611
- Aluminum Wheel Precautions612
- Suspension and Chassis612
- Electrical Components614
- Electrical Components615
  - Fuse Locations615
  - Fuses615
- Specifications615
- Fuel Filler Door Opener619
- Checking Battery Condition622
- Checking Battery Exterior623
- Battery Recharging Precautions625
- Checking and Replacing the Blade Type Fuses626
- Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses628
- Adding Washer Fluid630
  - Checking the Headlight Aim (Vehicles with Discharge Headlight)630
  - Adjusting the Vertical Aiming631
- Replacing Light Bulbs632
- Light Location633
- Body636
- Dimensions and Weights637
- Protecting Your Vehicle from Corrosion639
- Washing and Waxing640
- Washing Your Lexus640
- Hand−Washing Your Lexus640
- Automatic Car Wash641
- Cleaning the Interior642
- Waxing Your Lexus642
- Leather−Trimmed Interior643
- Non−Leather Trim644
- Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts644
- Air Conditioning Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches645
- Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners646
- Gas Station Information648

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