1998 Lexus ES300 fuses

INTRODUCTION191
Checking and replacing the blade type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):

Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Checking the cartridge type fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):

Genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent with same amperage rating as original
Adding washer fluid
Parts:

Water

Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
Tools:

Funnel

SECTION 6 ± 4
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SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical components
Specifications214
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Checking battery condition 219
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Battery recharging precautions 223
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Checking and replacing the blade type fuses 224
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Checking the cartridge type fuses 226
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Adding washer fluid 227
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Checking the headlight aim 228
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Replacing light bulbs 229
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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SPECIFICATIONS
± FUSE LOCATIONS
64E001

1 3Engine compartment
2Engine compartment (Canada and California only)
4Driver's side instrument panel ± FUSES
64E025±1
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Engine compartment
64E026±1
2Engine compartment (Canada and California only)

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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CHECKING AND REPLACING THEBLADE TYPE FUSES
64E027
64E029±2

Engine compartment 1
Pull±out tool 2Spare fuses
64E013

Driver's side instrument panel
1. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the auxiliary box.
Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The auxiliary box shows
the name of the circuit for each fuse.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS225
64L013
2. Make sure the inoperative component is turned off. Pull the suspected
fuse straight out with the pull±out tool and check it. If it has blown, \
push
a new fuse into the clips.
64L014

Good
Blown a. Look carefully at the fuse. If the thin wire is broken, the fuse has blown.\
If you are not sure or if it is too dark to see, try replacing the suspe\
cted fuse
with one of the same value that you know is good.
b. Only
install a fuse with the amperage rating designated on the fuse box lid.
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an emergency you can pull out the ºRAD
NO.1º, ºRAD NO.2º or ºPWR OUTLETº fuse, which may be dispensable
for normal driving, and use it if its amperage rating is the same.
If you cannot use one of the same amperage, use one lower than, but as clo\
se
as possible to, the amperage. If the amperage is lower than that specifie\
d, the
fuse might blow out again but this does not indicate anything wrong. Be\
sure
to get the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute to\
its
original clips.
It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your vehicle
for emergencies.
If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the elect\
rical
system. Have your Lexus dealer correct it as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, or any other
object, in place of a fuse. This may cause extensive damage
and possibly a fire.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPEFUSES
64E011±1
64E015±1

Engine compartment
64E014

Driver's side instrument panel
If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the blade\
type fu ses are O.K., check the cartridge type fuses. If any of the cartridge
type fuses are blown, they must be replaced.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS227
64E016

1Type A 2Type B 3Good 4Blown
If there is an overload in the circuits from the battery, the fuses are designed
to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.
NOTICE
Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical overload
determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer.
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.
ADDING WASHER FLUID
64E017±1
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's paint.