2000 Lexus ES300 Owner's Manuals (in English)

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CAUTION
Do not overestimate the anti±lock brake system:
Although the anti±lock brake system assists in
providing vehicle control, it is still important to drive
with all due

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Anti±lock brake system is not designed to shorten the
stopping distance:  Always drive at the moderate speed
and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you.  C

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ªABSº warning light
31E068
The light comes on with the ignition key turned to ªONº.
If the anti±lock brake system and the brake assist
system work properly, the light goe

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Drum±in±disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum±in±disc type parking brake
system.  This type of brake system needs
bedding±down of the brake shoes periodi

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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

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2. All season tires
All season tires are designed to provide better traction
in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter
conditions, as well as for use all year roun

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CAUTION
Do not mix summer and all season tires on your
vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling
characteristics, resulting in loss of control.
 Do not use tires other th

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STARTING AND DRIVING
Driving tips
Break±in period317
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Operation in foreign countries 317
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