2000 Lexus LS400 engine

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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The driving distance after being refueled with more
than 10 L (2.6 gal., 2.2 lmp.gal.) is displayed.
When refueling, be sure to stop your vehicle and turn the
ignition switch off.
 Elapsed time
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The total time during the engine running is
displayed.
When the engine is started again after the ignition is off,
the driving time is added to the previous value. Up to 99
hours 59 minutes can be displayed. When the driving
time exceeds 99 hours 59 minutes, the display returns
to 0 and recounting starts.
To count from the beginning, push the ºRESETº button.
Average vehicle speed
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The average vehicle speed is calculated and
displayed based on the total driving distance and
the total driving time with the engine running.
The displayed value is updated every 10 seconds.
To calculate from the beginning, push the ºRESETº
button.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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(b) Warning messages
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Reminder light
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When the engine oil pressure becomes too low, the
above message appears, the reminder light flashes
and the warning tone sounds.
If this message appears while you are driving, pull off the
road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately.
Call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
The message may appear when the oil level is extremely
low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the
oil level must be checked using the oil level dipstick.NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning messagedisplayed ± even for one block. It may ruin theengine.
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GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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In the following cases, the above message appears,
the reminder light comes on and the warning tone
sounds.
When the headlight switch is turned to the first or
second clickstop with one or more of tail light bulbs
burned out.
 When the brake pedal is held down with one or more
of stop light bulbs burned out.
Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible.
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When the engine oil level is too low, the above
message appears, the reminder light comes on and
the warning tone sounds.
Add oil as soon as possible. (For instructions, see
ºChecking the engine oil levelº on page 413.)
NOTICE
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will damage the engine.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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Open
the ashtray cover. To use the cigarette lighter,
press in the cigarette lighter. When it becomes
heated, it automatically pops out ready for use.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in.
If the engine is not running, the ignition key must be in
the ºACCº position.
When fini shed with your cigarette, thoroughly extinguish
it in the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from
catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in or
close the lid completely.
To remove the ashtray, just pull it up.
Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for
replacement.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
sudden stop while driving, always close the ashtray
completely after using.

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The power outlet is designed for power supply for
car accessories.
The ignition key must be in the ºACCº or ºONº position
for the power outlet to be used.
NOTICE
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not
use the electricity over the total vehiclecapacity of 3.5A/12V.
To prevent the battery from being discharged,do not use the power outlet longer thannecessary when the engine is not running.
Close the power outlet lid when the poweroutlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign objectother than the appropriate plug that fits theoutlet, or allowing any liquid into the outlet maycause electrical failure or short circuits.

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

THEFT DETERRENT
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Setting the system
1. Turn the ignition key to the ºLOCKº position and
remove it.
The indicator light flashes by means of the engine
immobiliser system.
2. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and hood
using an ignition key or wireless remote control.If you lock them with wireless remote control, the turn
signals flash once.*NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask
your Lexus dealer for details.
The flashing indicator light will change to stay on when
all the doors, trunk and hood are closed and locked.
3. After 30 seconds, the indicator flashes and the
system is set.
Cancelling the system
When you unlock any door or trunk using an ignition
key or wireless remote control, the system is
cancelled.
If you unlock any door or trunk with wireless remote
control, the turn signals flash twice.*
NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Activating the system
The alarm sounds for 60 seconds if any of the following
are operated:

Unlocking any door or trunk without using an ignition
key or wireless remote control.

Opening the hood forcibly.

Reconnecting the battery.

AIR CONDITIONING
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS
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The automatic air conditioning automatically
maintains the set temperature.
This air conditioning features automatic fan speed
and air flow control which automatically selects the
most suitable fan speed and air flow to control the
temperature. The ignition key must be in the ºONº
position.NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do
not leave the air conditioning on longer thannecessary when the engine is not running.