engine Lexus ES300 1998 Owner's Manuals (in English)

4.
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
4Page
1
Engine coolant temperature gauge 28
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2 Tachometer 29
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3 Turn signal indicator light 19
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4 Automatic transmission indicator lights 137
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5 Overdrive off indicator light 139
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6 Odometer and trip meter 30
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7 ODO/TRIP knob 30
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8 Fuel gauge 28
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9 Cruise control indicator light 144
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10 Rear light failure warning light 34
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11 Seat belt reminder light 32
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12 Brake system warning light 31
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13 Discharge warning light
32
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14 Low oil pressure warning light 33
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15 Slip indicator light 147
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16 Headlight indicator light 17
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17 Headlight high beam indicator light 18
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18 Open door warning light 34
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19 Low engine oil level warning light 33
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20 Malfunction indicator lamp 33
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21 Traction control system off
indicator/warning light 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Anti±lock brake system warning light 33
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23 SRS warning light 32
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24 Low washer fluid warning light 34
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25 Low fuel level warning light 34
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6.
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
6Page
1
Engine coolant temperature gauge 28
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2 Tachometer 29
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3 Turn signal indicator light 19
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4 Automatic transmission indicator lights 137
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5 Overdrive off indicator light 139
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6 Odometer and trip meter 30
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7 ODO/TRIP knob 30
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8 Fuel gauge 28
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9 Cruise control indicator light 144
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10 Rear light failure warning light 34
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11 Seat belt reminder light 32
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12 Brake system warning light 31
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13 Discharge warning light
32
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14 Low oil pressure warning light 33
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15 Slip indicator light 147
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16 Tail light indicator light 17
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17 Headlight high beam indicator light 18
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18 Open door warning light 34
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19 Low engine oil level warning light 33
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20 Malfunction indicator lamp 33
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21 Traction control system off
indicator/warning light 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Anti±lock brake system warning light 33
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23 SRS warning light 32
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24 Low washer fluid warning light 34
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25 Low fuel level warning light 34
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BE003±4
Note: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmissio\
n by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will
not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operat\
ion to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 146.
Parking, engine starting and key
removal position
Reverse position
Neutral position
Normal driving position
Position for engine braking
Position for stronger engine braking
than that in º2º position
With the brake pedal depressed, shift
while holding the lock release button
in. (The ignition switch must be in
ºONº position.)
Shift while holding the lock release
button
Overdrive switch
ºOFFº position
(Shifting into
overdrive not
possible)
ºO/D OFFº indicator
light on the instrument
cluster
For selecting either a three±speed or
four±speed transmission
ºONº position
(Shifting into
overdrive possible)
Lock release button (To prevent misshifting)
BASIC OPERATION ± QUICK REFERENCE
3
3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

BE004
BE005
Parking, tail, license plate, side
marker and instrument panel
lights turn on.
Headlights also turn on.
Automatic light control
High beam
Headlight flasher
BE004
BE004
Parking, tail, license plate, side
marker and instrument panel
lights turn on.
Headlights turn of at full
intensity.
Automatic light control
Parking, tail, license plate, side
marker and instrument panel
lights turn on.
Headlights also turn on.
Automatic light control
BASIC OPERATION ± QUICK REFERENCE
4
4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

HEADLIGHT SWITCH (FOR U.S.A.)

HEADLIGHT SWITCH (FOR CANADA)
With the ignition OFF
With the engine started and parking brake released

SECTION 1 ± 1
6
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Keys and doors
Keys7
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Engine immobiliser system 9
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Wireless remote control transmitter 10
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Doors 13
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KEYS AND DOORS7
KEYS
11L025-2
1Master key (black) ± The master key works in every lock. For your
Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built±in transponder chip,
your dealer will need it.
2 Subkey (gray) ± The subkey will not open the trunk, trunk main
switch and the glovebox.
3Key number plate ± Keep the plate in a safe place such as your
wallet, not in the vehicle.
The master key and subkey each have a transponder chip in their key head
which is very i mportant for the immobiliser system function, so be careful not
to lose these keys. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able
to cancel the system or start the engine.
To protect things locked in the trunk or glovebox when you have your vehic\
le
parked, leave the subkey with the attendant. Since the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you should always
carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the
vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates ca\
n be
made by a Lexus dealer using the key number.
You should also put a copy of the key number with your important papers.
11L003
Since a transponder chip is not built in this flat key, you cannot start the
engine with this key. Use this key to release the lock in case you
accidentally lock your keys and wireless transmitter inside the vehicle or
trunk.
Insert your flat key in its key case as shown. We recommend that you always
carry this with you for emergency use. Do not leave it in your vehicle.

KEYS AND DOORS
8
NOTICE
Do not let the key case become bent as the key may fall out or become
bent also.
 The flat key is designed for emergency use only.
11L021-1
NOTICE
When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following
precautions:
When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on
the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts.
11L022-1
When starting the engine, do not use the key in contact with another
transponder key (including keys of other vehicles) and do not press
another key plate against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not
start, or may stop soon after it starts.

KEYS AND DOORS9
11L023-2
Do not bend the key grip.
 Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off
electromagnetic waves.
 Do not knock the key hard against other objects.
 Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period,
such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight.
 Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer.
 Do not use the key with electromagnetic materials.
ENGINE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM
11L024±2
The engine immobiliser system is a theft prevention system. When you
insert the key in the ignition switch, the transponder chip in the key's head
transmits an electronic code to the vehicle. The engine will start, only
when the electronic code in the chip corresponds to the r egistered ID code
for the vehicle.
The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition
switch. At this time, the security indicator light at the bottom of the instrument
cluster flashes. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the security
indicator light goes out and the system is canceled automatically, which
enables the engine to start.
For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built±in transponder ch\
ip,
your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a
limit to the number of additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for yo\
u.

KEYS AND DOORS
10
If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the
system or start the engine.
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZ RI±4ATY MADE IN JAPAN
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with RSS±210 of Industry and Science Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
11E007
This transmitter has 4 functions.
1Locking the doors
2Unlocking the doors
3Unlocking the trunk lid
4Sounding an alarm
When you operate a button on the transmitter, push it slowly and surely.
The operational range of the wireless remote control is approximately 1 met\
er
(3 feet). The effective range may vary with different conditions.
If you lose the transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to
avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident.

SWITCHES
18
Daytime Running Light System (Canada only)
The headlights turn on when the parking brake is released with the engine
started,
even with the light switch in the ºOFFº position. They will not g\
o off
until the ignition switch is turned off.
To turn on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist th\
e knob
to the first clickstop.
Under the daytime running light system, the headlights turn on at reduced
intensity. Twist the knob to the second clickstop to turn to full intensity for
driving at night.
When setting the knob to the third clickstop (ºAUTOº), the headlights will
automatically adjust to full intensity and/or turn on the other lights depending
on the darkness of the surroundings. Likewise, as the surroundings become\
brighter, the headlights will turn to reduced intensity, ultimately turning off
the other lights.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on
longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
HEADLIGHT DIMMER AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
12E003±1
For high beam, push the lever forward. Pull it back for low beam. For
the headlight flasher, pull it further back.
A blue light in the instrument cluster indicates high beam or headlight f\
lasher
is on.
The headlight flasher works even when the headlight switch is off.