ESP Lexus ES300 1998 s (in English) Owner's Guide

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
27 M/HTR10Outside rear view mirror defogger
28 ECU±IG15
Cruise control system, Anti±lock brake
system, Shift lock system, Power antenna,
Theft deterrent system, Electronic modulated
suspension, Wireless remote control
29 IGN5SRS, Multiport fuel injection
30 STOP15
Stop lights, High mounted stoplight, Cruise
control system, Electronic modulated
suspension, Anti±lock brake system, Shift
lock system, Power seat system, Multiport
fuel injection
31 TAIL10Tail light, Side marker lights, License plate
lights
32 PWR
OUTLET15Power outlet
33 OBD7.5On±board diagnosis system
34 FOG15Fog lights
35 ST5Starting system
36 DOOR25Door courtesy light, Theft deterrent system,
Power door lock system, Trunk lid opener,
Fuel filler door opener
No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
37 PANEL7.5Instrument panel lights, Glovebox light
38 TURN7.5Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights
39 RAD NO.27.5Audio system
40 CIG15Cigarette lighter, Clock, SRS
41 DEF40Rear window defogger, Outside rear view
mirror defogger
42 PWR30Power window, Electronic moon roof, Power
seat system
43 AM140No circuit
SPARESpare fuse

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PROTECTING YOUR VEHICLE FROMCORROSION
Proper care of your Lexus can help ensure long±term corrosion prevention.
The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are:

The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in hard±to±reach are\
as
under the vehicle.

Chipping of paint or undercoating caused by minor accidents or by stones
and gravel.
The following conditions will cause or accelerate corrosion of your
vehicle, so it is important to keep your vehicle, particularly the underside,
as clean as possible and to repair any damage to paint or protective
coatings as soon as possible.

The presence of road salt or dust control chemicals, salt in the air near t\
he
sea coast, industrial air pollution.

High humidity, especially at temperatures just above freezing point.

Certain parts of your vehicle are wet or damp for an extended period of
time, even though other parts of the vehicle are dry.

Components of the vehicle which are prevented from quick±drying due to
lack of proper ventilation are exposed to high temperature. To help prevent corrosion on your Lexus, follow these guidelines:
Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing.
In addition, observe the
following points.

If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live near the ocean, \
you
should hose off the undercarriage at least once a month to minimize
corrosion.

High pressure water or steam is effective for cleaning the vehicle's
underside and wheel housings. Pay particular attention to these areas as
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It will do more harm than good to
simply wet the mud and debris without removing them. The lower edge
of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes which should
not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these areas can cause
corrosion.

Wash the underside of the vehicle thoroughly when winter is over.
See ºWashing and waxingº for more tips.
Check the condition of your vehicle's paint and trim. If you find any chips
or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately to prevent corrosion f\
rom
starting. If the chips or scratches have gone through the bare metal, have a
qualified body shop make the repair.

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2. Wash with a mild car±wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by dipping it frequently
into the wash water. Do
not rub hard ± let the soap and water remove the dirt.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent.
Urethane bumpers and side moldings: Wash carefully. Do not scrub with
abrasive cleaners. The bumper and side molding faces are soft.
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked safe for
painted surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not use gasoline or strong solvents, which may be toxic or cause
damage.
3. Rinse thor oughly ± dried soap can cause streaking. In hot weather you may
need to rinse each section right after you wash it.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. D\
o
not rub or press hard ± you might scratch the paint.
Automatic car wash
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but remember that the
paint can be scratched by some type of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or
the washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss,
especially on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able to
advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle.
Waxing your Lexus
Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of
your Lexus' finish.
Once a month or if the vehicle does not repel water well, apply wax.
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle before you begin waxing, even if you are
using a combined cleaner and wax.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely
weathered, use a car±cleaning polish, followed by a separate wax. Carefully
follow the manufacturer's instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and
wax the chrome trim as well as the paint.
3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the surface
in large patches.

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CLEANING THE INTERIOR
CAUTION

Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the floor.
This may prevent the side airbags from activating
correctly, resulting in serious injury.

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to
get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or
exterior. Water may get into audio components or other
electrical components above or under the floor carpet (or
mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause body
corrosion.
Leather Interior
The selected leather is used in your Lexus. Due to a leather product, some\
parts of leather may be rough, uneven or scratched originally.
To keep good appearance, we recommend you to clean it periodically twice
a year.
Remove dirt on the leather in the following ways:
1. Wipe it off lightly using a soft cloth (e.g. gauze) dampened with 5%
solution of neutral detergent for wool.
2. Wring water from a clean cloth and thoroughly wipe off all traces of
detergent with it.
3. Wipe off the surface of the leather with a dry soft cloth. Allow the leather
to dry in a ventilated shaded area. Excess of wet may cause the hardeni\
ng or
shrinking of the leather.
NOTICE

Dirt or sand adhered to the leather may damage the treated surface
and cause it to wear earlier. Remove dirt or sand using a vacuum
cleaner.

If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a
cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent.

Never use organic substances such as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or
alkaline or acid solutions for cleaning the leather as these could cause
discoloring.

Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine
grained surface of the leather.

Mildew may develop on soiled leather upholstery. Be especially
careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your upholstery always clean.

Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to
harden and shrink. Keep your vehicle in a shaded area, especially in
the summer.

The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot summer days, so
avoid placing on the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or
containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm.

Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could result in
discoloration or staining.