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

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(h) If the player malfunctions
If ºWAITº appears on the display, audio signals of the disc cannot be read or
the system has trouble. Push the ºCDº button once again.
If the player does not operate, check that the disc surface is not soiled or
damaged. If the disc is O.K., the following cause is possible.

The temperature of the player's internal mechanism is raised because of
high external temperature. Remove the magazine from the player to cool
it.
If the player still does not operate, take it to your Lexus dealer.
Car audio system operating hints
NOTICE
To ensure the correct audio system operation:
 Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system.
 Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or CD magazine into the
cassette tape slot or CD changer.
Radio reception
Usually, the problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem
with your radio ± it is just the normal result of conditions outside the \
vehicle.
For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM receptio\
n.
Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course,
radio signals have a limited range, and the farther you are from a station, t\
he
weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantl\
y
as your vehicle moves.
Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a
problem with your radio:
FM
Fading and drifting stations ± Generally, the effective range of FM is about
40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and dr\
ifting,
which increase with the distance from the radio transmitter. They are often
accompanied by distortion.
Multi±path ± FM signals are reflective, making it possible for two signals to
reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cance\
l
each other out, causing a momentary flutter or loss of reception.
Static and fluttering ± These occur when signals are blocked by buildings,
trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may reduce static and
fluttering.

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding
the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must
be in the ºONº position)
Shift while holding the lock release button in.
STARTING AND DRIVING137
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the
possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of
ºPº position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch
in ºONº position and the lock release button pressed in). ( )
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Lock release button
2Overdrive switch
For selecting either a three±speed or four±speed transmission.
When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the
transmission by t urning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not
be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation\
to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 146.
3 Shift position indicator
The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster.
P:Parking, engine starting and key removal position
R: Reverse position
N: Neutral position
D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible)
2: Position for engine braking
L: Position for stronger engine braking than that in º2º position

ENGINE
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Engine oil selection
Use API SH, ºEnergy±Conserving IIº or SJ, ºEnergy±Conservingº
multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
62L005±1
Temperature range anticipated before next oil change
SAE 5W±30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W±30 engine oil in extremely low temperatures, the
engine may become difficult to start, so SAE 5W±30 engine oil is
recommended.
Oil identification marks
62L006±1

API Service Symbol
ILSAC Certification Mark
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
 The API Service Symbol is located anywhere on the outside of the
container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API (American
Petroleum Institute) designation such as SJ. The center portion of the label
shows the SAE viscosity grade such as SAE 5W±30.
ºEnergy±Conservingº, shown in the lower portion, indicates that the oil
has fuel±saving capabilities.
 The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.