1999 Lexus ES300 Brake pad

SECTION 3 ± 1
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting and driving
Three±way catalytic converter250
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Engine exhaust caution 253
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Before starting the engine 255
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Ignition switch with steering lock 256
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Parking brake 259
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How to start the engine 260
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Automatic transmission 261
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Cruise control 274
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Electronic modulated suspension 278
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Traction control system 278
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Vehicle skid control system 282
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Brake system 286
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 292
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Types of tires 292
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THREE±WAY CATALYTIC
CONVERTER

STARTING AND DRIVING
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BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMITINDICATORS
31E016
The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc
brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads
are worn to the extent that replacement is required.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving,
have the brake pads checked and replaced by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor
damage can result if the pads are not replaced when
needed.TYPES OF TIRES
Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is originally
equipped with.

CHASSIS
389
SPECIFICATIONS
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEFluid capacity Drain and refill
Fluid type
4.75 L (5.1 qt., 4.2 lmp. qt.)
Automatic transmission fluid D± II or DEXRONIII
( DEXRONII)
± BRAKES
Pedal clearance
Pedal freeplay
Brake pad wear limit
Parking brake lining wear limit
Parking brake adjustment
Fluid type
70 mm (2.8 in.) Min. *1
1 ± 6 mm (0.04 ± 0.24 in.)
1.0 mm (0.04 in.)
1.0 mm (0.04 in.)
3 ± 6 clicks *
2
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 490 N (50 k\
gf, 110 lbf.) with the engine running
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2: Parking brake adjustment when depressed with the pressure of 294 N (30 \
kgf, 66 lbf.)

CHASSIS
392

Vehicles equipped with traction control system
To check the fluid level, simply look at the
see±through
reservoir. The level should be between
the ºMAXº and ºMINº lines on the tank.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as
the brake pads wear. So be sure to keep the reservoir
filled.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a
serious mechanical problem.
If the level is low, add FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid to the brake reservoir.
Remove and replace the reservoir cover by hand. Add
brake fluid up to the ºMAXº line.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once opened, brake
fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture
can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid
can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces. If fluid gets in your hands or eyes, flush them
with clean water.