Lexus GS300 2001 Electrical Components

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289 It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them
in your vehicle for emergencies.
If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with
the electrical system. Have your Lexus dealer correct it as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, or any
other object, in place of a fuse. This may cause
extensive damage and possibly a fire.
CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE
FUSES
64G019±1

1Good 2Melted
If the headlights or other electrical components do not
work and the blade type fuses are O.K., check the
cartridge type fuses. If any of the cartridge type fuses are
blown, they must be replaced.
If there is an overload in the circuits from the battery, the fuses
are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is
damaged.

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CAUTION
Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent for
replacement. Never install an ordinary wire ± even for
a temporary fix. This may cause extensive damage and
possibly a fire.
NOTICE
Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical
overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer.
ADDING WASHER FLUID
64G009
If the washer tank becomes nearly empty, add washer
fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold
areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at
your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer's directions for how much to mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute
because it may damage your vehicle's paint.

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CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM
64G020b

1Beam angle gauge (vertical movement)
2Beam angle gauge (horizontal movement)
Before checking the headlight aim:
1. Be sure that the body around the headlight is not deformed.
2. Park the vehicle on a level spot.
3. The driver gets into the driver's seat and puts the vehicle in
a state readying for a driving (with a full tank).
4. Bounce the vehicle several times.
Adjusting the headlight aiming
64g059

1Adjusting bolt A
2Adjusting bolt B

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64G021a

1Bubble 2Acceptable range
Vertical movement gauge: The bubble of the gauge should
not deviate from the center of the gauge by more than 2 marks
to either side of the gauge.
If the bubble is out of the acceptable range of the beam angle
gauge, adjust it using bolt A.
64G022a

1Mark 2Acceptable range
Horizontal movement gauge: The mark should not deviate
by more than one mark to either side of the gauge.
If the edge of the lens does not match ª0º mark, adjust the lens
using bolt B.
If the error is over the value specified above, take the vehicle
to your Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim.
After adjusting the headlight in the vertical direction, check that
the light has been shifted from the adjusted position in the
horizontal direction.

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REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
The illustration on the following pages show the locations of
light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your vehicle
to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs with the
bulb numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.
CAUTION
Do not disassemble, repair or take apart the low beam
headlight bulbs, connector, power supply circuits
and rotated components. Or you may be injured by
electric shocks. Call your dealer when the headlights
fail to work or have to be replaced or disposed of.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
require special handling. They can burst or shatter if
scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic
or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of a bulb
with bare hands.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
The inside of the lens of exterior lights such as headlights may
temporarily fog up when the lense becomes wet in the rain or
in a car wash. This is not a problem because the fogging is
caused by the temperature difference between the outside and
inside of the lens, just like the windshield fogged up in the rain.
However, if there is a large drop of water on the inside of the
lens, or if there is water pooled inside the light, contact your
Lexus dealer.

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294LIGHT LOCATION
64G023a
Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Type
1 Headlight (Low beam)
Discharge bulb D2R 35 B
Halogen bulb HB4 51 C
2 Front turn signal light 1156 21 D
3 Headlight (High beam) HB3 60 A
4 Parking light ±±± 5 D
5 Fog light HB4 51 C
6 Front side marker light 194 3.8 D
64G075
Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Type
1 Trunk light 194 3.8 D
2 High mounted stoplight ±±± 5 D
3 Tail/stop light ±±± 5/21 D
4 Tail light ±±± 5 D
5 Rear turn signal light ±±± 21 D
6 Back±up light 921 16 D
7 Tail/stop light ±±± 5/21 D
8 License plate light ±±± 5 D

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64G059
Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Type
1 Front personal lights ±±± 8 F
2 Vanity lights ±±± 3 E
3 Front interior lights ±±± 8 E
4 Rear personal lights ±±± 5 F
5 Door courtesy lights 194 3.8 D
6 Foot lights ±±± 1.4 D
7 Glove box light ±±± 1.2 D
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
B: D2R discharge bulbs
C: HB4 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs
E: Double end bulbs
F: Single end bulbs

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