section 5 Lexus ES330 2006 Scheduled Maintenance Guide / OWNER'S MANUAL (OM33703U)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONABOUT YOUR LEXUS
Occupant restraint systems
Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read
Section 1 −6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of
helping you understand how you can receive the maximum
benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides,
Section 1 −6 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important
Section for you and your family to read.
Section 1− 6 describes the function and operation concerning
seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of
this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware
of. These systems work together along with the overall
structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint
in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced
when it is used properly and together with other systems. No
single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or
your family with the equal level of restraint which these
systems can provide when used together. That is why it is
important for you and your family to understand the purpose
and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate
to each other. The purpose of all occupant restraint s
ystems is to help reduce
the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a
collision. None of these systems, either individually or
together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of
collision. However, the more you know about these systems
and how to use them properly, the greater your chances
become of surviving an accident without death or serious
injury.
Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the
vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat
belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured
in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and
size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as
their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental
to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags
can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest
injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with
interior portions of the vehicle.
In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with
tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags
makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of
serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an
object or some part of his or her body has been placed between
the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This
is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1 −6 of
this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the
occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can
provide to you and your family in the event of an accident.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
4Lexus recommends you to read
the provisions in Section 1−6
carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of
ownership of this vehicle.
Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain
aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and
maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing
data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data
in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event
Data Recorder (EDR).
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash
or a near car crash event, this device may record some or all
of the following information:
 Engine speed
 Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
 Vehicle speed
 To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
 Position of the transmission selector lever
 Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts
or not
 Driver’s seat position
 Front passenger’s occupant classification
 SRS airbag deployment data
 SRS airbag system diagnostic data If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC)
system,
its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another
EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include
activating the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record
certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of
the following information:
 Behavior of the vehicle
 Steering wheel angle
 Vehicle speed
 To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
 To what extent the brake pedal was applied
 To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4
wheels
 Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose
of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data
recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as
conversation between passengers.
Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third
party except when:
 An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing
company for a leased vehicle) is obtained
 Officially requested by the police or other authorities
 Used as a defense for Lexus in a law suit
 Ordered by the court

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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However, if necessary Lexus will:

Use the data for research on Lexus vehicle safety
performance
 Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes
without disclosing details of the vehicle owner, and only
when it is deemed necessary
 Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification
information to a non −Lexus organization for research
purposes
New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited
warranties:
 New vehicle warranty
 Emission control systems warranty
 Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s Guide”,
“Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified
maintenance is performed. Section 5 of this Owner’s Manual
gives details of these maintenance requirements. Included in
Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual
Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance”.
Important health and safety information about
your Lexus
CAUTION
 WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and a wide variety of automobile components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and
other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and
fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste
produced by component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
 Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands
after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals
that have caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with
soap and water.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly
on this page to help you make the best use of the
manual. Please read this page and the rest of the
Owner’s Manual carefully to make sure you fully
understand the operation of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable
driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy
reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION — QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily
understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed
below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points
you should pay particular attention to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment
5. Exterior equipment
6. Occupant restraint systems 7. Steering wheel and mirrors
SECTION 2 — AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are
explained in detail. Be sure to r
ead this Section so that you can
make full use of them.
SECTION 3 — STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features
affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe
driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything
in this Section, and remember — drive safely!
SECTION 4 — IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
This Section explains what to do in the event of an urgent
situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc.
If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this Owner’s
Manual and follow the instructions given.
SECTION 5 — MAINTENANCE
This Section explains the importance of regular maintenance.
Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your
Lexus will help to keep your vehicle in its best condition.
SECTION 6 — SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Simple maintenance procedure and service data are provided
here for your reference should you wish to perform inspection
and maintenance yourself.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Door lock switch and power window
switches xxvi, xlv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Driving position memory switches clxvii
. . . . . . . . . .
3Power rear view mirror control switches clxxv . . . . .
4Side vents cxcvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Instrument panel light control dial lxxi
. . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches xxxiii, xxxv, xxxviii, xxxix . . . . . . .
7Audio remote control switches ccxviii, ccxlix . . . . . .
8Ignition switch cclx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Speech command switch See the separate . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
10Multiinformation display control button lxviii . . . . .
11Windshield wiper and washer switches xxxix. . . . . .
12Seat ventilator/heater switches xlix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Emergency flasher switch xlviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Clock lxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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15Audio system or navigation system
including audio system
(For the navigation system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) cci, ccxxv .
16Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light lxi . . . . . .
17“AIRBAG OFF” indicator light cxliii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
18“AIRBAG ON” indicator light
cxliii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Security indicator light xv, xxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Glove box lxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Front passenger seat position
memory switches clxix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic air conditioning controls clxxxv . . . . . . . .
23Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch xliv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Grocery bag hook lxxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Automatic transmission selector lever cclxiii . . . . . .
26Rear electric sunshade switch xc
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch cclxxii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Cigarette lighter and ashtray lxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Traction control system off switch cclxxiv
. . . . . . . .
30Cruise control switch cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Power adjustable pedals switch clxxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
32Parking brake pedal cclxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Auxiliary box lxxxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Hood lock release lever xciii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Trunk lid opener xciv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener xcvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Tachometer
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light cclxxiv .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light lxvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Engine oil replacement reminder light lxiii
. . . . . . . .
5Headlight indicator light xxxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight high beam indicator light xxxviii . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light xxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Fog light indicator light xxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Cruise control indicator light cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Slip indicator light cclxxiii, cclxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light lxvii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Low fuel level warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic transmission indicator lights cclxiii . . . .
14Engine coolant temperature gauge lvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
15Odometer and trip meter
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Trip meter reset knob lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Fuel gauge lv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low washer fluid warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Low engine oil level warning light lxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
20Multiinformation display lxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Rear light failure warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Low engine oil pressure warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . .
23Brake system warning light lx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Antilock brake system warning light lxv
. . . . . . . . . .
25Driver’s seat belt reminder light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Charging system warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27SRS warning light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Open door warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Malfunction indicator lamp lxiv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Tachometer
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light cclxxiv .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light lxvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Tail light indicator light xxxv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Headlight high beam indicator light xxxviii . . . . . . . .
6Turn signal indicator light xxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Fog light indicator light xxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Cruise control indicator light cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Slip indicator light cclxxiii, cclxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light lxvii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Low fuel level warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Automatic transmission indicator lights cclxiii . . . .
13Engine coolant temperature gauge lvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
14Odometer and trip meter
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Trip meter reset knob lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Fuel gauge lv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low washer fluid warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low engine oil level warning light lxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
19Multiinformation display lxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Rear light failure warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Low engine oil pressure warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . .
22Brake system warning light lx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Antilock brake system warning light lxv
. . . . . . . . . .
24Driver’s seat belt reminder light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Charging system warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26SRS warning light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Open door warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Malfunction indicator lamp lxiv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL
Page
1Tilt steering lock release
lever clxxiii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Seat position, seat cushion
angle and height
control switch cviii, cix . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Seatback angle control
switch cviii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Lumbar support control
switch cix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

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EXTERIOR VIEW
Page
1Rear window defoggerxliv
. . . . . . . . . .
2Trunk lid xciv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Tire and wheel ccclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Moonroof c
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Outside rear view mirror clxxiv . . . . .
6Fuel filler door xcvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Door xxiv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Headlights xxxiii, xxxv, cdviii . . . . . . .
9Hood xciii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Windshield wiper and
washer xxxix, cdvi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

SECTION 1 – 1
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Keys and doors
Keysxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine immobilizer system xv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless remote control xvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors xxiv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Theft deterrent system xxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .