1998 Lexus GS300 Electrical Components

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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.

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ADDING WASHER FLUID
64G009
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.
CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT
AIM

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64G020±1

1
Beam angle gauge (vertical movement)
2
Beam angle gauge (horizontal movement)
Before checking the headlight aim:
1. Be sure that the body around the headlight is not deformed.
2. Park the vehicle on a level spot.
3. The driver gets into the driver's seat and puts the vehicle
in a state readying for a driving (with a full tank).
4. Bounce the vehicle several times.

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430
64G021±1

1
Bubble 2
Acceptable range
Vertical movement gauge: The bubble of the gauge should
not deviate from the center of the gauge by more than 2 marks
to either side of the gauge.

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64G022

1
Mark 2
Acceptable range
Horizontal movement gauge: The mark should not deviate
by more than one mark to either side of the gauge.
If the error is over the value specified above, take the vehicle
to your Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim.REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
The illustration on the following pages show the locations of
light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your
vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs
with the bulb numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.

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CAUTION
Do not disassemble, repair or take apart the low beam
headlight bulbs, connector, power supply circuits and
rotated components. Or you may be injured by electric
shocks. Call your dealer when the headlights fail to work
or have to be replaced or disposed of.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require
special handling. They can burst or shatter if scratched or
dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do
not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
LIGHT LOCATION
64G023±1

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433 Light Bulbs Bulb No. W T
ype
1 Headlight (Low beam)
Discharge bulb D2R 35
B
Halogen bulb HB4 51
C
2 Front turn signal light 1156 21
D
3 Headlight (High beam) HB3 60
A
4 Parking light ±±± 5
D
5 Fog light HB4 51
C
6 Front side marker light 194 3.8
D

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64G024
Light Bulbs Bulb No. W T
ype
1 High mounted stoplight 921 5
D
2 Trunk light 194 3.8
D
3 License plate light ±±± 5
D
4 Tail/stop light ±±± 5/21
D
5 Back±up light ±±± 21
D
6 Tail light ±±± 5
D
7 Rear turn signal light ±±± 21
D
8 Tail/stop light ±±± 5/21
D