Heater Lexus IS300 2001 Switches / LEXUS 2001 IS300 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53437)

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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1 Power door lock switch and power window switches 18, 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Power rear view mirror control switch 80
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3 Headlight cleaner switch 26
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4 Headlight, turn signal and fog light
switch 22, 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Instrument panel light control 46
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6 Cruise control switch 177
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7 Wiper and washer switches 25
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8 Emergency flasher switch 30
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9 Outside temperature display/Clock 50
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10 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 40 . . . . . Page
11 Automatic air conditioning controls
122
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12 Car audio 135
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13 Seat heater switches 30
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14 Glove box 54
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15 Parking brake lever 165
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16 Driving pattern selector switch 166
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17 Ashtray 52
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18 Cigarette lighter 52
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19 Automatic transmission selector lever 166 . . . . . . . .
20 Traction control system off switch 180
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21 Hood lock release lever 62
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SECTION 1 ± 2
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Switches
Headlight switch22
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Headlight dimmer and turn signal switch 24
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Fog light switch 25
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Windshield wiper and washer switch 25
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Headlight cleaner switch 26
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Rear window defogger switch 27
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Power window switches 28
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Emergency flasher switch 30
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Seat heater switches 30
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SWITCHES
27
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERSWITCH
SS12017b
To turn the electric rear window defogger on, push the
switch.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position.
The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will
quickly clear the surface. An indicator light is on when the
defogger is operating.
The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has
operated about 15 minutes.
If further defrosting or defogging is desired, simply actuate the
switch again. When the surface has cleared, push the switch
once again to turn the defogger off. Continuous use may cause
the battery to discharge, especially during stop±and±go
driving. The defogger is not designed to dry rain water or to
melt snow.
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do notoperate the defogger continuously longer thannecessary.

SWITCHES
30
EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH
SS12024
To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash. The emergency flashers will
work with the engine running or off and with or without the
ignition key.
Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if you
must stop your vehicle where it might be a traffic hazard.
Always pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible.
The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency
flashers are in operation.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do notleave the switch on longer than necessary when theengine is not running.
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
SV12006

1For driver's seat 2For front passenger's seat
There is a heater switch for each front seat. Push these
switches to turn the respective seat heater on, and push
the switches again to turn them off.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position.
When the seat heater switch is on, the indicator on the right
side of the switch will come on.

SWITCHES
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CAUTION
Occupants must use caution when operating the seat
heater because they may experience minor burns even
at low temperatures. Use extra caution for;
Babies, small children, elderly persons, sick persons
or handicapped persons
 Persons who have delicate skin
 Persons who are exhausted
 Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs which
induce sleep (sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.).
To prevent the seat from overheating, do not use the
seat heater with a blanket, cushion, or other insulating
objects which cover the seat.
NOTICE
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) intothe seat.
When cleaning the seats, do not use organicsubstances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol,gasoline, etc.). They may damage the heater and seat
surface.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switches on when the engine is running.

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
79
TILT STEERING WHEEL
SV16064
To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering
wheel, pull the lock release lever toward you, tilt the
steering wheel to the desired angle and release the lever.
When the steering wheel is in a low position, it will spring up as
you release the lock release lever.
CAUTION
 Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the
vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death
or injuries.
 After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up
and down to make sure it is locked in position.
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS
SV16010
Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your
vehicle in the mirror.
Be careful when judging the size or distance of any object seen
in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger's side. It is a
convex mirror with a curved surface. Any object seen in a
convex mirror will lock smaller and farther away than if seen in
a normal flat mirror.
When the ignition switch is turned ºONº, the heater panels in
the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear the surface.
The outside rear view mirror heater will operate while the
ignition switch is ºONº.

AIR CONDITIONING
128
CAUTION
Do not use the ºFRONT WINDSHIELDº button during
cooled air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air
and that of the windshield could cause the outer surface
of the windshield to fog up blocking your vision.
(c) Air filter
The air filter may clog after long use and reduce air flow. You
can inspect the filter easily.
The air conditioning filter may clog after long use. The filter
may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air conditioner and
heater experiences extreme reductions in operating ef ficiency,
or if the windows become to fog up easily.
When you inspect and replace the air filter, be sure to turn off
the fan.
SS21013
1. Remove the glove box.
Remove belongings stored in the glove box, and remove the
two pins installed on the lower part of the glove box, and
remove the glove box.
2. Remove the cover.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
1 D FR P/W20Power window system
2 TAIL10Tail lights, Side marker lights,
License plate lights,
Parking lights
3 GAUGE10
Back±up lights, Power window,
Gauges and meters,
Service reminder indicators and
buzzers,
Emergency flashers,
Windshield defogger,
Outside rear view mirror
defogger
4 DOOR20Door lock system
5 PANEL7.5
Instrument panel lights,
Seat heater, Cigarette lighter,
Automatic transmission system,
Traction control system,
Rear fog light, Ashtray light
6 WASHER15Windshield washer,
Headlight cleaner
7 STARTER7.5Starting system
8 FR DEF20No circuit
9 A/C10Air conditioning system
10 SEAT HTR15Seat heater
11 CIG15Cigarette lighter, Power outlet
12 S/ROOF30Moon roof
No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
13 ECU±IG10
Radiator fan,
Anti±lock brake system,
Moon roof, Shift lock system,
Air conditioning system,
Door lock system,
Headlight beam level control,
Theft deterrent system
14 SRS±ACC10SRS system
15 STOP15Stop lights, Shift lock system,
Anti±lock brake system
16 WIPER25Windshield wipers
17 RADIONO.210Audio, Air conditioning,
Outside rear view mirror,
Shift lock system
18 D P/SEAT30Power seat system
19 DOME7.5
Interior lights, Trunk light,
Vanity lights,
Ignition switch light, Map light,
Door courtesy lights
20 FR FOG15Fog lights
21 P FR P/W20Power window system
22 TV7.5Television
23 ECU±B27.5Theft deterrent system,
Door lock system
24 D RR P/W20Power window system
25 MIR HTR15Outside rear view mirror

BODY
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NOTICE

If a stain should fail to come out with a neutraldetergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain anorganic solvent.

Never use organic substances such as benzine,alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions forcleaning the leather as these could causediscoloring.

Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. mayscratch the fine grained surface of the leather.

Mildew may dev elop on soiled leather upholstery. Be
especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your
upholstery always clean.

Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep yourvehicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.

The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hotsummer days, so avoid placing on the upholstery
items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax asthese tend to stick to leather when warm.

Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery couldresult in discoloration or staining.
If you have any questions about the cleaning of your
Lexus, your local Lexus dealer will be pleased to answer
them.
Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts
Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as
possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some
are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which
you mix with water to produce a foam. To shampoo the
carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in
overlapping circles. Do not apply water ± the best results are
obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the
shampoo instructions and follow them closely.
The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water
or with lukewarm water.
Use a cloth or sponge. As you are cleaning, check the belts
for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
NOTICE

Use a good foam±type shampoo to clean the carpets.

Do not use dye or bleach on the belts ± it may weakenthem.

Do not use the belts until they become dry.

The windows may be cleaned with any household
window cleaner.

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, becareful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.