1998 Lexus ES300 ignition switch

SWITCHES19
12E004±1
For signaling turns, move the lever up or down in the conventional
manner.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position.
The turn signal is self±cancelling after a turn, but after a lane change\
, you may
have to cancel it by hand. You can also signal a lane change by moving the
turn signal lever partway and holding it there.
If the green light in the instrument cluster flashes faster than normal, it
indicates that the front or rear turn signal bulb has burned out. If this indicator
light does not come on, the fuse or the indicator light itself has probably failed.
FOG LIGHT SWITCH
12E005±1
To turn on the fog lights, turn the switch to the ºONº position. Th\
e fog
lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

SWITCHES
20
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERSWITCH
12E006

1Interval adjuster 2Washer on
To turn the wipers on, move the lever down until you reach the desired
speed setting.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position.
There are 3 settings: ºINTº position: Intermittent operation
ºLOº position: Low speed operation
ºHIº position: High speed operation
Twist the interval adjuster upward to increase the wiping time interval
between sweeps, and downward to decrease it.
The wiper lever must be in the ºINTº position. To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and release it.
Also, the wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washe\
r
squirts even with the lever in the ºOFFº position.
The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when
the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty. For information on adding
washer fluid, see ºAdding washer fluidº on page 227.
In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the
washer. This will help prevent icing, which could block your vision.
NOTICE
Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass.

SWITCHES
22
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR DEFOGGER SWITCH
12E011±1
To turn the electric rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
on, push the switch.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position.
The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window and the heater pa\
nels
in the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear the surface. An ind\
icator
light is on when the defogger is operating.
The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has operated about
15 minutes.
CAUTION
Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, keep your hands off
them when the switch is on.
If further defrosting or defogging is desired, simply actuate the switch\
again.
When the surface has cleared, push the switch once again to turn the defogge\
r
off. Continuous use may cause the battery to discharge, especially during
stop±and±go driving. The rear window defogger is not designed to dry rain
water or to melt snow.
If the outside rear view mirrors are heavily coated with ice, use a spray d\
e±icer
before operating the switch.
NOTICE
 When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch
or damage the heater wires.
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the
defogger continuously longer than necessary.

SWITCHES23
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES
12E012±1

1For driver's window
2For front passenger's window
3For left rear window
4For right rear window
To raise or lower the windows, use the switch on each door. The
passengers' windows can also be controlled by the switches on the
driver's door.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position. However, even if the ignition
key is turned to the ºACCº or ºLOCKº position, the window ca\
n be operated
until a front door is opened (or for about 45 seconds).
12L010
Operating the driver's switch
To lower the window, push the switch halfway down. Pull it up to raise
the window. The window glass moves as long as the switch is operated.
To fully lower the driver's window automatically, push the switch fully
down.
In automatic operation, the window will fully open even if you let go of\
the
switch. To stop the window partway, lightly pull the switch up and then
release it.
Operating the passengers' switches
To lower the window, push the switch down. Pull it up to raise the window.
The window moves as long as the switch is operated.

SWITCHES
24
Operating the window lock switch
12E013±1

Indicator light
With the window lock switch pressed in, only the driver's window can be
raised or lowered.
The indicator lights on the switch tell you which of the switches can be
operated.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.
 Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the
body of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle
before you close the power windows. If someone's neck,
head or hands gets caught in a closing window, it could
result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power
windows, be sure that they operate the windows safely.
 When small children are in the vehicle, never let them use
the power window switches without supervision. Use the
window lock switch to prevent them from making
unexpected use of the switches.
 Never leave small children alone in the vehicle, especially
with the ignition key still inserted. They could use the
power window switches and get trapped in a window.
Unattended children can become involved in serious
accidents.

SWITCHES25
EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH
12E014±1
To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash. The emergency flashers will work with
the engine running or off and with or without the ignition key.
Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if you must stop your
vehicle where it might be a traffic hazard.
Always pull your vehicle as far off the road as possible.
The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are in
operation.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on
longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
12E015±2

1For driver's seat 2For front passenger's seat
To turn on the seat heater, push the switch.
The ignition key must be in the ºONº position.
CAUTION
Occupants must use caution when operating the seat heater
because it may make them feel too hot or cause burns at low
temperatures (erythema, varicella). Use extra caution for;
 Baby, small child, elderly person, sick person or
handicapped person
 Persons who have delicate skin
 Persons who are exhausted
Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs which induce sleep
(sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.)
To prevent the seat overheating, do not use the seat heater with a
blanket, cushion, or other insulating objects which cover the seat.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
28
FUEL GAUGE
13E001

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.
This fuel gauge has a non±return type needle which remains at the last
indicated position when the ignition switch is turned off.
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 g\
auge
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 selectio\
n.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
13E002±1

Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition
switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in
weather and engine load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle and allow the
engine to cool.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
34
When the ºABSº warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is
off), the brake system operates conventionally but anti±lock brake system i\
s
not assisting brake performance so that the wheels could lock up during a
sudden brake or braking on slippery road surfaces.
(i) Open Door Warning Light
This light remains on until all the doors are completely closed.
(j) Rear Light Failure Warning Light
If this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on (at the f\
irst or
second
clickstop), it indicates that one or more of the tail lights are burned\
out.
If it comes on when the brake pedal is depressed, one or more stop light\
s are
burned out.
Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible.
(k) ºTRAC OFFº Indicator/Warning Light
This light comes on when the ignition key is turned to ºONº, and will \
go off
after 3 seconds. This means that the system is operating properly.
If the light flashes, this indicates a malfunction in the traction control\
system.
Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.
(l) Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
This light comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empt\
y.
Fill the tank as soon as possible.
(m) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill
the tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank, the low fu\
el
level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
(n) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver's door
with the ignition key in the ºACCº or ºLOCKº position.