2000 Lexus ES300 air condition

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly on
this page to help you make the best use of the
manual. Please read this page and the rest of the
Owner's Manual carefully to make sure you fully
understand the operation of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable
driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide
easy reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION ± QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an
easily understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 ± INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
The vehicle's equipment is divided into the 7 groups
listed below. Use of the equipment is explained,
including any points you should pay particular attention
to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment5. Exterior equipment
6. Comfort adjustment
7. Theft deterrent
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

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1 Door lock switch and power windowswitches 28, 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Power rear view mirror control switch 128 . . .
3 Instrument panel light control 69
. . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch 31
5 Wiper and washer switch 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Emergency flasher switch 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Clock 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Car audio 235
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Automatic air conditioning controls 212 . . . . .
10 Glove box/CD automatic changer 85/254. . . . Page
11 Automatic transmission selector lever 282
. . .
12 Ashtray 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 299 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Seat heater switches 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15 Vehicle skid control system off switch
or Traction control system off switch 299, 303
16 Cruise control switch 295
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Trunk lid opener 104
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Fuel filler door opener 105
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19 Parking brake 280
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 Hood lock release lever 101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating
conditions, such as:

Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
 Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
 Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop±and±go traffic.
 Towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Do not remove the thermostat in the engine
cooling system as this may cause the engine to
overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep thetemperature of the engine within the specifiedoperating range.
Do not continue driving with an overheatedengine. See ªIf your vehicle overheatsº onpage 342.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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(b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer
This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the driver's
seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to ªONº or ªSTARTº, the
reminder light and buzzer come on if the driver's seat
belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt,
the light stays on and the buzzer stops after about 4 to
8 seconds.
(c) SRS Warning Light
This light comes on when the ignition key is turned
to the ªACCº or ªONº position. It goes off after
about 6 seconds. This means the SRS is operating
properly.
The SRS warning light system monitors the airbag
sensor assemblies, front airbag sensors, inflators, seat
belt pretensioners, warning light, interconnecting wiring
and power sources.
If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates
a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the
warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.
 The light does not come on as described above.
 The light stays on or flashes.
 The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.
If the light stays on, it indicates that the driver and front passenger airbags fail. If the light flashes, the side
airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners fail.
(d) Discharge Warning Light
This light warns that the battery is being discharged.
If it comes on while you are driving, stop the vehicle, turn
off the engine, and check for the cause. Look first at the
engine drive belt.

If it is loose or broken, the generator will not charge
the battery properly.
 If the belt is O.K., there is a problem somewhere in the
charging system.
The engine ignition will continue to operate, however,
until the battery is discharged. Turn off the air
conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the
nearest Lexus dealer or repair shop.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
148This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service
reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating
problems. If either of
the following conditions occurs, this
indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensioners.
Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to
service the vehicle.
 The light does not come on when the ignition key is
turned to the ªACCº or ªONº position, or the light
remains on.
 The light comes on or flashes while driving.
 If either front seat belt does not retract or can not be
pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the
pretensioner.
 The front seat belt pretensioner assembly or
surrounding area has been damaged.
 The front part of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration)
was involved in an accident that was not severe
enough to cause the seat belt pretensioners to
operate.
 The front seat belt pretensioner assembly is
scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)
The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags
are designed to provide further protection for the
driver and front passenger in addition to the primary
safety protection provided by the seat belts.

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
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This SRS airbag system has an indicator to inform the
driver of operating problems. If either of the following
conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the
airbags. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible
to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on as described above.
 The light stays on or flashes.
 The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.
If the light stays on, it indicates that the driver and front
passenger airbags fail. If the light flashes, the side
airbags fail.

SECTION 2 ± 1
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AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning controls212
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AIR CONDITIONING
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS