height LEXUS SC300 1999 Owners Manual

PICTORIAL INDEX
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Tilt and telescopic steering
adjustment switch 104 . . . . .
2 Auto mode button 106 . . . . .
3 Tilt steering adjustment
lever 107
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Telescopic steering
adjustment lever 108 . . . . . .
5 Seat position, seat cushion
angle
and height control switch 95
6 Seatback angle control
switch 95
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Lumbar support control
switch 97
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Seatback lock release lever 98
For detailed information, refer to
the description given in each
section.

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
97
Adjusting seat cushion angle and height
Move the control switch in the desired direction.
Releasing the switch will stop the seat cushion in that
position.Adjusting lumbar support

STARTING AND DRIVING
212
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 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 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.
IGNITION SWITCH WITH
STEERING LOCK

STARTING AND DRIVING
251
The brake pedal pulsation caused by the anti±lock brake
system may indicate hazardous road surface conditions.
Although the anti±lock brake system assists in providing
vehicle control, it is still important to drive with all due care,
because
the anti±lock brake system cannot overcome the laws
of physics that act on your vehicle:
 Braking capability is dependent on tire friction with the
road surface. 
Even though the anti±lock brake system is operating, a
driver cannot maintain full control on certain slippery road
surfaces, when cornering at high speeds, or in violent
maneuvers.
 Avoid high speeds on wet roads. The anti±lock brake
system cannot eliminate the risk of hydroplaning and loss
of tire friction.
Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you. Compared with vehicles not fitted with 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 on roads where the road surface is pitted or has
other differences in surface height.

CHASSIS
372
REPLACING WHEELS
When to replace your wheels
If you have wheel damage such as bending, cracks or
heavy corrosion, the wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, a tire may slip off a
wheel or they may 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 rem oved 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.
ALUMINUM WHEEL PRECAUTIONS
After driving your vehicle the first 1600 km (1000 miles),
check that the wheel nuts are tight.
 If you have rotated, repaired, or changed your tires, check
that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km
(1000 miles).
 When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the
aluminum wheels.
 Use only the Lexus wheel nuts and wrench designed for
your aluminum wheels.
 When balancing your wheels, use only Lexus balance
weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
 As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum
wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately.

BODY
405
SPECIFICATIONS
± DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTOverall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheelbase
Tread ± Front ± Rear
Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage)
4900 mm (192.9 in.) / 4890 mm (192.5 in.)*1
1800 mm (70.9 in.)
1350 mm (53.1 in.)*2
2690 mm (105.9 in.)
1520 mm (59.8 in.)
1525 mm (60.0 in.)
340 kg (750 lb.)
*1: without front license plate moulding *2: Unladen vehicle
± FUEL TANK
Capacity
78 L (20.6 gal., 17.2 lmp.gal.)