Fluid lexus LS400 2000 Engine / LEXUS 2000 LS400 (OM50533U) Owner's Guide

CHASSIS
431
CAUTION
The reservoir may be hot so be careful not to burn
yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering couldbe damaged.
When adding the power steering fluid, avoidspilling it. The generator under the powersteering reservoir could be damaged if fluid isspilled on it.
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
63L004-1

SECTION 6 ± 4
444
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical components
Specifications444
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Checking battery condition 453
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Battery recharging precautions 457
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Checking and replacing the blade type fuses 458 . . . . .
Checking the cartridge type fuses 463
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Adding washer fluid 464
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Checking the headlight aim 465
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Replacing light bulbs 468
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SPECIFICATIONS
± FUSE LOCATIONS

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
457
Checking battery fluid
Checking by hydrometer
64L010
Check the battery condition by the hydrometer
color.
1BLUE ± Good condition.
2WHITE ± Charging necessary. Have the battery
checked by your Lexus dealer.
3RED ± Have the battery checked by your Lexus
dealer.
NOTICE
Do not refill the battery with water.
BATTERY RECHARGING
PRECAUTIONS
During recharging, the battery is producing
hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle,
be sure to disconnect the ground cable.
2. Make sure the power switch on the recharger is off
when connecting the charger cables to the battery and
when disconnecting them.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
464
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 ofelectrical overload determined and repaired byyour Lexus dealer.
ADDING WASHER FLUID
64L017

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
465
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'spaint.
CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM
(Vehicles with discharge headlight
only)