2000 Lexus LS400 instrument panel

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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W51W51
When the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly
empty, the above message appears, the reminder
light comes on and the warning tone sounds.
Fill the tank as soon as possible.
W53W53
When there is a problem somewhere in the
automatic headlight leveling system, the above
message appears, the reminder light comes on and
the warning tone sounds.
If this message appears, have your vehicle checked by
your Lexus dealer.
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTCONTROL
13L005
To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel
lights, turn the knob.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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LUGGAGE STOWAGEPRECAUTIONS
When stowing luggage or cargo in the vehicle,
observe the following:
Put luggage or cargo in the trunk when at all possible.
Be sure all items are secured in place.
 Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the
weight as far forward as possible helps maintain
vehicle balance.
 For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary
weight.
CAUTION
Do not place anything on the filler panel behind the
rear seatback. Such items may be thrown about and
possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden
braking or in an accident.
 Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument
panel. They may interfere with the driver's field of
view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle
acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's
control of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure
the vehicle occupants.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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HOOD
15L001
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever
under the instrument panel. The hood will spring up
slightly.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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15L006
1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever under the
instrument panel.
When refueling, turn off the engine.

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
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Seat adjustment precautions
Adjust the driver's seat so that the foot pedals, steering
wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy
reach of the driver.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as
the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle.
 Be careful not to hit the seat against a passenger,
luggage or the rear seat.
NOTICE
Do not operate the control switch in more than
one dimension at a time. It may cause electricaloverload.
Adjusting front seats

AIR CONDITIONING
230SETTING OPERATION ± manual control
When one of the manual control buttons is
depressed while operating in automatic mode, the
mode rel
evant to the depressed button is set. Other
conditions continue to be adjusted automatically.
If manual air flow selection is desired ±
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The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected
manually by pushing the button. The function of each
mode is as follows:
1 Panel ± Air flows mainly from the instrument panel
vents.
2 Bi±level ± Air flows from both the floor vents and
the instrument panel vents.
3 Floor ± Air flows mainly from the floor vents.
4Floor/Windshield ± Air flows mainly from the floor
vents and windshield vents. If quick heating or cooling is desired ±
Push the ºTEMPº or ºPASSENGER TEMPº button on
either
side and hold it until ºMAX. HOTº or ºMAX. COLDº
appears on the display.
If manual fan speed control is desired ±

INTRODUCTION
396The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal
identifier
for your vehicle. This number is on the left
top of the instrument panel and can be seen through
the windshield from outside.
This is the primary identification number for your Lexus.
It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
61L003
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the
Certification Label.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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64L006±2

1Engine compartment
2Driver's side instrument panel
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