tow Lexus ES330 2006 Descriptions of Functions For More Effective Use / (OM33703U) Service Manual

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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2. Use the front towing eyelet in the trunk. Secure it to the hole
on the bumper by turning clockwise. (For the eyelet location,
see page cccxi.)3. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut
wrench.
CAUTION
When installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to
tighten the front eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose,
it may come off when being towed and result in death or
serious injury.

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Use eye protection whenever you work on or under
your vehicle where you may be exposed to flying or
falling material, fluid spray, etc.
 Be extremely cautious when working on the battery.
It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high
currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
 Before closing the engine hood, check to see that you
have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.
 Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or
excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
 Do not overfill automatic transmission fluid, or the
transmission could be damaged.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the
wiper frame.
PARTS AND TOOLS
Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform
do−it−yourself maintenance. Remember all Lexus parts are
designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Checking the engine oil level
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
See page ccclviii for details about engine oil selection.
Tools:
 Rag or paper towel
 Funnel (only for adding oil)

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Checking the engine coolant level
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality
ethylene glycol based non −silicate, non− amine, non−nitrite,
and non −borate coolant with long −life hybrid organic acid
technology (Coolant with long −life hybrid organic acid
technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic
acids.)
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water (for the U.S.A.) or 55% coolant
and 45% deionized water (for Canada). This coolant
provides protection down to about −35C (−31F) (for the
U.S.A.) or about −42C (− 44F) (for Canada).
Tools:
 Funnel (only for adding coolant)
Checking brake fluid
Parts (if level is low):
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Tools:
 Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking power steering fluid
Parts (if level is low):
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
II or III
Tools:
 Rag or paper towel
 Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking battery condition
Tools:
Warm water
 Baking soda
 Grease
 Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Checking and replacing the blade type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Fuse with same amperage rating as original

CHASSIS
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— TIRES AND WHEELS (type B)Tire size
P215/55R17 93V
Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation
pressure Normal driving
Trailer towing
Front 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar, 30 psi)
Rear 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar, 30 psi)
Spare 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar, 30 psi)
For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (99 mph), in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add 30
kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 4 psi) to the front tires and rear
tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure molded on the tire sidewall.
Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 32 psi)
Rear 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi))
Spare 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 32 psi)
Wheel size17  7 JJ
Wheel nut torque103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf)
NOTE:
For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing \
wheels), see “Checking tire inflation pressure”
through “Aluminum wheel precautions” on pages ccclxix through ccclxxxix.

BODY
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SPECIFICATIONS
— DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTOverall length
4855 mm (191.1 in.)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 in.)
Overall height1455 mm (57.3 in.)*
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 in.)
Tread — Front — Rear1545 mm (60.8 in.)
1535 mm (60.4 in.)
Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage)410 kg (900 lb.)
Towing capacity
(trailer weight + cargo weight)907 kg (2000 lb.)
*: Unladen vehicle
— FUEL TANK
Capacity
70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 Imp. gal.)

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filler door: Do not apply water (high −pressure car wash,
for example) at or near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler door
opened. If the water enters the air vent, you may experience
trouble with refueling or rough engine idling.
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are
damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic
substances splash an ornament, be sure to wash them off with
water and check if the ornament is damaged.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent.
Plastic bumpers and side moldings: Wash carefully. Do not
scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper and side molding
faces are soft.
Exterior lights: Wash carefully. Do not use organic
substances or scrub them with a hard brush. This may damage
the surfaces of the lights.
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces.
3. Rinse thoroughly — 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. Do not rub or press hard — you might scratch the
paint.
NOTICE
 Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene,
benzine or strong solvents), which may be toxic or
cause damage.
 Do not scrub any part of the vehicle with a hard brush,
which may cause damage.
Automatic car wash
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but
remember that the paint can be scratched by some types 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.