2000 Lexus GS300 ignition

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Auto tilt away*
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When the ignition key is removed, the steering
column moves forward away from the driver and
also tilts up for easy exit and entry.
When the key is inserted in the ignition switch, the
steering column returns to the previously set position.
NOTE: *This feature can be set inoperative. Ask your
Lexus dealer for details.
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS
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132Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of
your vehicle in the mirror.
Pushing the switch changes the mode between
ºAUTOº and ºDAYº.
The indicator comes on when the ºAUTOº mode is
selected.
ºDAYº mode: The mirror surface is normal.
ºAUTOº mode: If the mirror detects light from the
headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror
surface darkens slightly to reduce the reflected
light.
When the inside rear view mirror surface changes, the
outside rear view mirror surfaces will also become
darker.
When the ignition key is inserted and turned on, the
inside rear view mirror always turns on in the ºAUTOº
mode.When the outside air temperature is low, it may take a
little longer for the mirror to darken in response to the
detection of headlights.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It
may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an
accident may occur resulting in personal injuries.

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144
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This indicator comes on when the ignition key is
turned to the ªACCº or ªONº position. It goes off
after about 6 seconds. This means the front seat
belt pretensioners are operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor
assembly, side airbag sensor assemblies, front airbag
sensors, inflators, seat belt pretensioner assembly,
warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources.
(For details, see ªService reminder indicators and
warning buzzersº on page 63.)

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This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service
reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating
problems. If any of the following conditions occurs, this
indicates a malfunction of the pretensioners. Contact
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the
vehicle.
When the ignition key is turned to the ªACCº or ªONº
position, the light does not come on or flashes.
The light flashes while driving.
If either front seat belt does not retract or cannot 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 parts of the vehicle (shaded in the
illustration) were involved in an accident that did not
cause the seat belt pretensioners to operate.
The front seat belt pretensioner assembly is
scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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153 The indicator comes on when the ignition key is
turned to the ºACCº or ºONº position. It goes off
after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags
are operating properly.
The SRS warning light system monitors the airbag
sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, inflators,
warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources.
(For details, see ºService reminder indicators and
warning buzzersº on page 63.)
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170
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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.
When the ignition key is turned to the ªACCº or ªONº
position, the light does not come on, 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.

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200
DRIVING POSITION MEMORY
SYSTEM
The micro computer can memorize the position of the
driver's seat, and the positions of the tilt and telescopic
steering, and outside rear view mirrors. Two different
driving position profiles can be entered into the
computer's memory.
Recording a driving position in the computer's memory
can only be done when the ignition key is in the ºONº
position and the selector lever is in the ºPº position.
Setting a driving position
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203 Conditions for memorized position activation
Ignition key ºONº and selector lever in ºPº position.
All parts of the memorized positions can be activated.
However, if the brake pedal is being depressed, the
seat position will not change.
Key not in ignition switch and within 30 seconds of
opening driver's door.
The memorized position can be activated, except for
the tilt and telescopic steering.
If any driving position memory switch is pushed while
one of the memorized driving position profiles is being
activated, the operation will stop.
To activate the system, push the desired button (º1º or
º2º) again.
The driving position memory control system cannot be
operated while the vehicle is moving.
If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, the computer's
memory will be erased and the memorized positions will
have to be set again.