Lexus ES300 1992 Electrical Components

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Rest position
Restracted position
199 If there is an overload in the circuits from the battery, the fuses
are designed to melt before the entire wiring harness is
damaged.
NOTICE:
Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical
overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION:
Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent for
replacement. Never install an ordinary wire−even for a
temporary fix. This may cause extensive damage and
possibly a fire.
REPLACING THE WINDSHIELD
WIPER BLADES
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the wiper
blades may be worn or cracked, requiring replacement.
Before replacement
Make sure whether the wiper blades are at the rest
position or at the retracted position.
If at the rest position---
Swing the wiper arm away from the windshield until it stands
up.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Pull downward
Cutout
Insert from
below
ProtrusionCutout
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If at the retracted position---
1. Change the position of the wiper blade to the rest position
above the hood level. See pages 16 through 18 for instructions
on changing the wiper blade position.
2. Swing the wiper arm away from the windshield until it stands
up.
Replacement of rubber
1. Pull the end of the rubber downward until the cutout of the
rubber is free of the blade frame.
2. Pull the rubber blade out the blade frame.3. To install a new rubber, insert the end with small protrusion
from the lower end of the blade frame, and work the rubber
along up to the end of the blade frame.
4. Once all of the rubber is in the blade frame, make sure the
end of the blade frame is inserted in the cutout of the rubber.
NOTICE:

Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the
wiper frame.

Do not replace the wiper blade at the retracted
position as it may damage your vehicle’s paint.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Clip
201
Replacement of wiper blade
1. Push the clip to release the lock joining the wiper arm and
bIade.
2. Slide the wiper blade downward to separate it from the wiper
arm.
3. Remove the wiper blade.4. Install a view wiper blade to the wiper arm.
5. Slide the wiper blade upward fully until it locks.
6. Return the wiper blade and arm.
NOTICE:

Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the
wiper frame.

Do not replace the wiper blade at the retracted
position as it may damage your vehicle’s paint.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Beam angle gauge
(vertical movement)
Beam angle gauge
(horizontal movement)
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ADDING WASHER FLUID
If any washer does not work, the washer tank may be
empty. Add washer fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold
areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at
your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions on how much to mix with water.
NOTICE:
Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute
because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.
CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM
Before checking the headlight aim:
1. Be sure that the body around the headlight is not deformed.
2. Park the vehicle on a level spot.
3. The driver gets into the driver’s seat and puts the vehicle in
a state readying for a driving (with a full tank).
4. Bounce the vehicle several times.

Beam angle gauge (vertical movement)
BubbleAcceptable range
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Beam angle gauge (horizontal movement)
Acceptable range
Mark
203 To check the headlight aim, check the vertical and
horizontal gauges.
1. Look at the beam angle gauge (vertical movement). The
bubble of the gauge should not deviate from the center of the
gauge by more than two marks to either side of the gauge.2. Look at the beam angle gauge (horizontal movement). The
blue mark should not deviate by more than one mark to either
side of the gauge.
If the error is over the value specified above, take the vehicle
to your Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim.
REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
The illustration on the following pages show the locations of
light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your vehicle
to Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs with the bulb
numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.
The single end bulbs are removed by pressing them in and
turning counterclokwise. Double-end bulbs (*) or wedge base
bulbs (**) pull straight out of the holder clips.
NOTICE:
Only use a bulb of the listed type.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Headlights
Fog lights
Parking and front turn signal lights
204Light Bulbs
Bulb No.Wattage
Headlights (low and high beam)900655
Headlights (high beam)900565
Fog lightsH355
Front turn signal and parking lights1157 NA27/8
Rear turn signal lights115627
Stop and tail lights115727/8
Back-up lights115627
High mounted stoplight**92118
License plate lights**____5
Rear side marker lights____5
lnterior light*____8
Personal lights
with moon roof
without moon roof____
____10
8
Glovebox light**____1.2
Door courtesy light**____3
Vanity lights*____3
Trunk room light**1943.8
LOCATION OF LIGHTS

High mounted stoplight
Rear turn signal, stop and tall,
license plate, rear side marker
and back-up lights
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Personal light
Vanity light
Glovebox lightDoor courtesy light
Interior light
Trunk room light
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