fuel lexus LS400 2000 Engine / LEXUS 2000 LS400 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM50533U)

iiiThis vehicle should not be modified with non±genuine
Lexus products. Modification with non±genuine Lexus
products could affect its performance, safety or
durability, and may even violate governmental
regulations. In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from the modification may not be
covered under warranty.
Spark ignition system of your Lexus
The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference±Causing
Equipment Standard.
Installation of a mobile two±way radio
system
As the installation of a mobile two±way radio system in
your
vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the
multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, cruise control system, anti±lock brake
system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner
system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions
regarding installation.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in
your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle
is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners
left as they are, this may cause an accident such as a
fire. Be sure to have the system of the SRS airbag and
seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a
qualified service shop or by your Lexus dealer before
you scrap your vehicle.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
ix
Page
1 Door lock switch and power windowswitches 32, 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Driving position memory switch 210
. . . . . . . . .
3 Shoulder anchor control switch 151
. . . . . . . . .
4 Parking brake release lever 286
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Power rear view mirror control switch 138 . . .
6 Headlight, turn signal and fog
light switch 35, 39, 41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Wiper and washer switch 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Outside temperature display 89
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 66
10 Emergency flasher switch 52
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Clock 88
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Automatic air conditioning controls 222 . . . . .
13 Car audio 241
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 CD automatic changer 262
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
15 Glove box
94
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Seat heater switches 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Automatic transmission selector lever 289 . . .
18 Vehicle skid control system off switch 312. . .
19 Headlight cleaner switch 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 Ashtray 90
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Height control switch 309
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Driving pattern selector switch 289
. . . . . . . . . .
23 Cruise control switch 305
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Multi information control switch 70
. . . . . . . . . .
25 Coin box 102
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26 Parking brake 286
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27 Trunk lid opener 113
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28 Fuel filler door opener 114
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
xi
Page
1 Engine coolant temperature gauge 59. . . . . . .
2 Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Automatic transmission indicator lights 289 .
4 Turn signal indicator light 39
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Headlight indicator light 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Headlight high beam indicator light 39 . . . . . .
7 Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Low fuel level warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Cruise control indicator light 305
. . . . . . . . . . .
10 Discharge warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Driver's seat belt reminder light 66
. . . . . . . . . .
12 ODO/TRIP RESET button 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
14 SRS warning light
66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Brake system warning light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Multi information display 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Slip indicator light 312, 316
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Malfunction indicator lamp 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 Vehicle skid control system OFF
indicator light 317 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Anti±lock brake system warning light 68 . . . . .
22 Security indicator light 216
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Instrument panel light control 79
. . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Snow mode indicator light 303
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25 Power mode indicator light 303
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
26 Height control indicator light 312
. . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
xiii
Page
1 Engine coolant temperature gauge 59. . . . . . .
2 Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Automatic transmission indicator lights 289 .
4 Turn signal indicator light 39
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Tail light indicator light 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Headlight high beam indicator light 39 . . . . . .
7 Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Low fuel level warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Cruise control indicator light 305
. . . . . . . . . . .
10 Discharge warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Driver's seat belt reminder light 66
. . . . . . . . . .
12 ODO/TRIP RESET button 79
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
14 SRS warning light
66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Brake system warning light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Multi information display 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Slip indicator light 312, 316
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Malfunction indicator lamp 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 Vehicle skid control system
OFF indicator light 317 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Anti±lock brake system warning light 68 . . . . .
22 Security indicator light 216
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Instrument panel light control 79
. . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Snow mode indicator light 303
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25 Power mode indicator light 303
. . . . . . . . . . . . .

00L073a
00L020±3
PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW
Page
1 Rear window defogger 45
2 Trunk lid111
. . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Fuel filler door 114 . . . . . .
4 Moon roof 118
. . . . . . . . . .
5 Wiper and washer 41, 464
6 Outside rear view mirror .
136
7 Door 29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Tire and wheel 431 . . . . . .
9 Headlight 35, 468. . . . . . . .
10 Hood 109
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the description givenin each section.

SECTION 1 ± 3
57
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Gauges, meters and service reminder
indicators
Fuel gauge57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant temperature gauge 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 62 . . .
Multi information display 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel light control 79
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FUEL GAUGE
13L001a

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
58

Low fuel level warning light
The gauge is displayed when the ignition switch is
on and indicates the approximate quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank.
It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full.
If the fuel level approaches ºEº or the low fuel level
warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as
possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the
tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel
level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction
indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times.
If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and
recommended fuel selection.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
60
TACHOMETER
13L003±1
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it
while driving to prevent engine overrevving.
Driving with the engine running too fast causes
excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy.
Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed,
the greater the fuel economy.
NOTICE
Do not let the indicator needle get into the red
zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
62This meter displays the odometer and two trip
meters. To change the mode indication, push the
ºODO/TRIPº button.
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle
has been driven. The twin trip meter records two
different distances independently.
For example, you can use one meter to calculate the fuel
economy
and the other to measure the distance on each
trip.
To change the trip meter indication from one trip to
the other, push the ºODO/TRIPº button. To set the
A trip meter to zero, display the A meter reading,
then push the ºRESETº button. The same applies
for the B trip meter.
The data of trip meters will be cancelled if the electrical
power source is disconnected.
SERVICE REMINDER
INDICATORS AND WARNING BUZZERS

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
64(a) If parking brake
is off, stop
immediately and
contact Lexus
dealer.
(b) Fasten driver's seat belt.

(Indicator and buzzer)
(c) Fasten front passenger's
seat belt.
(Under the center vent)
(d) Take vehicle to Lexus dealer
immediately.
(e) Stop and check. (f) Take vehicle to
Lexus dealer.
(g) Take vehicle to Lexus dealer.
(h) Close all doors.
(i) Low fuel level Fill up tank. warning light
(j) Key reminder buzzer Remove key.
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