height Lexus IS300 2003 Basic Functions / LEXUS 2003 IS300 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53439U)

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SVPC012
Power Type
Manual Type
PICTORIAL INDEX
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SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL
Page
1Tilt steering adjustmentlever 106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Seat position, seat cushion
angle and height control switch 92, 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Seatback angle control switch 93 . . .
4Seat position lock release
lever 97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Seat cushion front edge angle
adjusting knob 99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Seat cushion height adjusting
knob 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Seatback lock release lever 98 . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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QUICK REFERENCE
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1. DRIVER'S SEAT
SVBA012
SVBA011
Power TypeManual Type
Seat
position
Seatback angle
Seat cushion height
Seat cushion angle
Head restraint height
Head restraint angle
Seat
position
Seat cushion angle
Seatback angle
Head restraint height
Head restraint angle
Seat adjustment Seat adjustment
Seat cushion height
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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SV14037
6. Fold up the legs of the deck board on both sides.
7. Lower the center deck board.
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NOTICE
Be sure to use the deck board by making its heighteven. Otherwise, luggage may slip down and hit thedeck board, thus resulting in break and damage.
Be sure to check that there is nothing under the deckboard before lowering it. Any object under the deckboard may cause damage to that thing or the deckboard itself.
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COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
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Adjusting front seats
SV16001

1Seat position control switch, seat cushion angle and
height control switch
2Seatback angle control switch
Adjusting seat position
SV16002
Move the control switch in the desired direction.
Releasing the switch will stop the seat in that position. Do not
place anything under the seat, as this might interfere with the
seat movement.
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Adjusting seatback angle
SV16003
Move the control switch in the desired direction.
Releasing the switch will stop the seatback in that position.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a
collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than
needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in
a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the
passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the
seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past
your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the
abdomen. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the
seat is reclined, the greater the risk of personal injury.
Adjusting seat cushion angle and height
SV16063
Move the control switch in the desired direction.
Releasing the switch will stop the seat cushion in that position.
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COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
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Adjusting front seats
SS16001

1Seat position lock release lever
2Seat cushion front edge angle adjusting knob
3Seat cushion height adjusting knob
4Seatback angle lock release lever
Adjusting seat position
SS16003
Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the
seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and
release the lever.
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COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
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Adjusting seatback angle
SS16005
Lean forward and pull the lever up. Then lean back to the
desired angle and release the lever.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a
collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than
needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in
a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the
passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the
seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past
your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the
abdomen. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the
seat is reclined, the greater the risk of personal injury.
Adjusting seat cushion height
SS16007
Turn the knob either way.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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To allow proper operation of your vehicle's
ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the
windshield clear of snow, leaves, or other
obstructions.
 If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with
the windows open and the trunk lid or back door
closed. Have the cause immediately located and
corrected.BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height
and steering wheel angle.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4. Lock all doors.
5. Fasten seat belts.
Remember to check that the service reminder indicators
function when turning the key to ºONº, and check the fuel
gauge to see that you have sufficient fuel.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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You may hear the anti±lock brake system operating and feel
the brake pedal pulsating and the vibrations of the vehicle
body and steering wheel. You may also hear the motor
sound in the engine compartment even after the vehicle is
stopped.
 At the end of the anti±lock brake system activation, the
brake pedal may move a little forward.
CAUTION
Do not overestimate the anti±lock brake system:
Although the anti±lock brake system assists in
providing vehicle control, it is still important to drive
with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, because
there are limits to the vehicle stability and effectiveness
of steering wheel operation even with the anti±lock
brake system on.
If tires grip performance exceeds its capability, or if
hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the
rain, the anti±lock brake system does not provide
vehicle control.
Anti±lock brake system is not designed to shorten the
stopping distance: Always drive at the moderate speed
and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you. Compared with vehicles without an anti±lock
brake system, your vehicle may require a longer
stopping distance in the following cases:
 Driving on rough, gravel or snow±covered roads.
 Driving with tire chains installed.
 Driving over the steps such as the joints on the road.
 Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or
has other differences in surface height.
Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate
pressure: The anti±lock brake system detects vehicle
speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels'
turning speeds. The use of tires other than specified
may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting
in a longer stopping distance.
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CHASSIS
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NOTICE
Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the compact sparetire, as it may result in damage to the vehicle as well asthe tire.
REPLACING WHEELS
When to replace your wheels
If you have wheel damage such as bends, cracks or heavy
corrosion, the wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the tire may slip off the
wheel or cause loss of handling control.
Replacement with used wheels is not recommended as they
may have been subjected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent wheels which have
been straightened may have hidden structural damage and
therefore should not be used. Never use an inner tube in a
leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire.
Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure
that they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity,
diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available at your Lexus
dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect
handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
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