trunk LEXUS SC300 1999 Owners Manual

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
viiiPage
1
Driving position memory switch 168
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2 Power rear view mirror control switch 111 . . . . . . . .
3 Door lock switch and power window
switches 30, 40
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4 Fuel filler door opener 85
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5 Trunk lid opener 84
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Hood lock release lever 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Headlight, turn signal and fog
light switch 32, 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Traction control system off switch 246
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9 Windshield wiper and washer switch 38
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10 Cruise control switch 242
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11 Emergency flasher switch
44
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12 Automatic air conditioning controls 177
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13 Car audio 186
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14 Parking brake lever 215
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15 Driving pattern selector switch 220
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16 Seat heater switches 45
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17 Ashtray 69
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18 Automatic transmission selector lever 217 . . . . . . .
19 Cup holder 76
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20 Cup holder 76
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21 Glovebox 72
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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
xPage
1
Driving position memory switch 168
. . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Power rear view mirror control switch 111 . . . . . . . .
3 Door lock switch and power window
switches 30, 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Fuel filler door opener 85
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Trunk lid opener 84
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Hood lock release lever 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Headlight, turn signal and fog
light switch 32, 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Traction control system off switch 246
. . . . . . . . . .
9 Windshield wiper and washer switch 38
. . . . . . . . .
10 Cruise control switch 242
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
11 Emergency flasher switch
44
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12 Automatic air conditioning controls 177
. . . . . . . . .
13 Car audio 186
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Parking brake lever 215
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Driving pattern selector switch 232
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Seat heater switches 45
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Ashtray 69
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Automatic transmission selector lever 229 . . . . . . .
19 Cup holder 76
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20 Cup holder 76
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21 Glovebox 72
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW
Page
1 Rear window defogger 39 . . .
2 Trunk lid 83
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3 Fuel filler door . 85 . . . . . . .
4 Hood 81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Headlights 32, 399
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6 Moon roof 88
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7 Outside rear view mirror 109
8 Door 27
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9 Windshield wiper and washer
38
10 Tire and wheel 363 . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to
the description given in each
section.

KEYS AND DOORS
12
KEYS
Master key (black) ± The master key works in every lock.
For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built±in
transponder chip, your dealer will need it.
Subkey (gray) ± The subkey will not open the trunk, trunk
main switch and the glovebox.
Key number plate ± Keep the plate in a safe place such as
your wallet, not in the vehicle.
The master key and subkey each have a transponder chip in
their key head which is very important for the immobiliser
system function, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you
make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel
the system or start the engine.
To protect things locked in the trunk or glovebox when you
have your vehicle parked, leave the subkey with the attendant. Since
the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you
should always carry a spare master key in case you
accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys,
duplicates can be made by a Lexus dealer using the key
number.
We recommend you to write down the key number and keep
it in safe place.

KEYS AND DOORS
13
Since a transponder chip is not built in this flat key, you
cannot start the engine with this key. Use this key to
release the lock in case you accidentally lock your keys
inside the vehicle or trunk.
Insert your flat key in its key case as shown. We recommend
that you always carry this with you for emergency use. Do not
leave it in your vehicle.NOTICE

Do not let the key case become bent as the key may fall
out or become bent also.

The flat key is designed for emergency use only.

KEYS AND DOORS
21
At this time, two beeps sound. Together with the activation
of unlocking, the interior light comes on for 15 seconds if the
interior light switch is in ºDOORº position. However, this
function does not work when the ignition key is in the ºONº
position. For further information, see ºInterior lightsº on
page 66.
You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless
remote
unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the
doors will be automatically locked again.
Even if the ºLOCKº or ºUNLOCKº switch is kept pressed in,
the locking or unlocking operation is not repeated. Release
the button and then push again.
Unlocking the trunk lid
When you keep the button pushed for about 1 second, you
can unlock the trunk lid. One beep sounds.
This function does not work when the ignition key is in the
ºONº position.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
80
LUGGAGE STOWAGEPRECAUTIONS
When stowing luggage or cargo in the vehicle, observe the
following:

Put luggage or cargo in the trunk when at all possible. Be
sure all items are secured in place.

Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as
far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.

For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.
CAUTION

Do not place anything on the filler panel behind the rear
seatback. Such items may be thrown about and possibly
injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an
accident.

Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument
panel. They may interfere with the driver's field of view.
Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or
turning, and impair the driver's control of the vehicle. In
an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants.
NOTICE
Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity
weight specified on the tire pressure label.

SECTION 1 ± 5
81
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Exterior equipment
Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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81
Trunk lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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83
Fuel tank cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
85
Moon roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . .
88
HOOD
To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
83
TRUNK LID
To unlock the trunk lid, insert the master key and turn it
clockwise.
To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After
closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is
securely closed.
The trunk lid can be unlocked using the wireless remote
control key. For details, see page 21.
CAUTION
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. This not only keeps
the luggage from being thrown out, but also prevents exhaust
gases from entering the vehicle.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
84
Trunk lid opener
To open the trunk lid while sitting in the driver's seat, pull
the lever with the main switch not pushed in.