1999 Lexus LS400 engine

FOREWORD
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Welcome to the growing group of value±conscious people who drive Lexus\
vehicles. We are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction
of each vehicle we build.
This Owner's Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it
and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years o\
f safe
motoring.
When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle
best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Lexus dealer will
provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, or you need emergency assistanc\
e for
any reason, please call the following number:
U.S. OWNERS


When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada:
Lexus Roadside Assistance 1±800±25±LEXUS (Toll±Free)
(1±800±255±3987)

HAWAII:
Lexus Customer Service Assistance 1±800±25±LEXUS (Toll±Free)
(1±800±255±3987)
CANADIAN OWNERS

Please refer to the separate ºOwner's Guideº or ºOwner's Manual
Supplementº.
Please leave this Owner's Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The
next owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the tim\
e
of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product
improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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SECTION 2 ± AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle's air conditioning and audio
are explained in detail. Be sure to read this section so
that you can make full use of them.
SECTION 3 ± STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of
features affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle
safety and safe driving techniques are all explained.
Please read everything in this section, and remember ±
drive safely!
SECTION 4 ± IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
This section explains what to do in the event of an urgent
situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat
tire, etc. If such a problem occurs, check the contents
of this Owner's Manual and follow the instructions given.
SECTION 5 ± MAINTENANCE
This section explains the importance of regular
maintenance. Regular and periodic inspection and
maintenance of your Lexus will help to keep your vehicle
in its best condition.
SECTION 6 ± SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Simple maintenance procedure and service data are
provided here for your reference should you wish to
perform inspection and maintenance yourself.
INDEX
The page number is listed for each item in the Owner's
Manual so that you can rapidly find the item and page
you are searching for.
GAS STATION INFORMATION
The information you need to know for appropriate
servicing at the gas station is provided here.
QUICK INDEX
This is designed so that you can quickly find the needed
information when an urgent situation arises.
Safety symbol

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1 Engine coolant temperature gauge 59. . . . . . .
2 Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Turn signal indicator light 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Headlight indicator light 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Headlight high beam indicator light 38 . . . . . .
6 Automatic transmission indicator lights 281 .
7 Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Low fuel level warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Cruise control indicator light 297
. . . . . . . . . . .
10 Height control indicator light 304
. . . . . . . . . . .
11 Power mode indicator light 295
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Snow mode indicator light 295
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Anti±lock brake system warning light 67 . . . . . Page
14 Vehicle skid control system off
indicator light 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Malfunction indicator lamp 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Slip indicator light 304
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Multi information display 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 SRS warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Driver's seat belt reminder light 66
. . . . . . . . . .
23 Discharge warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Instrument panel light control 79
. . . . . . . . . . . .
25 ODO/TRIP RESET button 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1 Engine coolant temperature gauge 59. . . . . . .
2 Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Turn signal indicator light 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Tail light indicator light 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Headlight high beam indicator light 38 . . . . . .
6 Automatic transmission indicator lights 281 .
7 Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Low fuel level warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Cruise control indicator light 297
. . . . . . . . . . .
10 Power mode indicator light 295
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Snow mode indicator light 295
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Anti±lock brake system warning light 67 . . . . . Page
13 Vehicle skid control system
off indicator light 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Malfunction indicator lamp 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Slip indicator light 304
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16 Multi information display 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 SRS warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Driver's seat belt reminder light 66
. . . . . . . . . .
22 Discharge warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Instrument panel light control 79
. . . . . . . . . . . .
24 ODO/TRIP RESET button 79
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

00L011-2
00L012a
Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition
switch must be in the ºONº position.)
BASIC OPERATION ± QUICK REFERENCE
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3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER
SELECTOR LEVER POSITION
P: Parking, engine starting and key removal
position
R: Reverse position
N: Neutral position
D: Normal driving position (Shifting into
overdrive possible)
4: Position for engine braking (Shifting into
overdrive not possible)*
3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking
L: Position for maximum engine braking

BASIC OPERATION ± QUICK REFERENCE
6*: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from ºDº\
to º4º, engine braking will not be
applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation \
to decrease the vehicle speed,
see page 300.

00L013
00L013
Parking, tail, license plate,
side marker and instrument
panel lights turn on.
Headlights also turn on
at full intensity.
Automatic light control Parking, tail, license plate,
side marker and instrument
panel lights turn on.
Headlights also turn on.
Automatic light control
00L014
00L015
Right or left turn
Lane change
(Right or left) High beam
Headlight flasher
BASIC OPERATION ± QUICK REFERENCE
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4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN
SIGNAL
SWITCH

HEADLIGHT SWITCH
With the ignition OFF
With the engine started and parking
brake released

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

SECTION 1 ± 1
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Keys and doors
Keys9
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. . . . .
Engine immobiliser system 15
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless remote control 17
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors 29
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. . . .
KEYS
11L025-3