2001 Lexus ES300 audio

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 equipment
5. 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
Simple maintenance procedure and service data are provided
here for your reference should you wish to perform inspection
and maintenance yourself.

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 switches 132 . . . . . .
3 Side vents 232
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Instrument panel light control 69
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch 31 . . . . .
6 Wiper and washer switch 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Ignition switch 279
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Emergency flasher switch 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Clock 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . .
10 Car audio 238
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Security indicator light 12, 211
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Automatic air conditioning controls 217
. . . . . . . . . .
13 Glove box/CD automatic changer 85/256
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14 Automatic transmission selector lever 284
. . . . . . . .
15 Ashtray 81
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16 Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Seat heater switches 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18 Vehicle skid control system off switch
or Traction control system off switch 301, 305 . . . . .
19 Cruise control switch 297
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20 Trunk lid opener 105
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21 Fuel filler door opener 108
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22 Parking brake 281
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23 Hood lock release lever 102
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24 Auxiliary box 96
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 ± 1
216
AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning controls217
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 ± 2
237
AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
AudioAudio
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

AUDIO
238
AUDIO SYSTEM
Quick reference for your audio system

AUDIO
239
20E100

The ªCDº button works only when your Lexus is equipped with an aut\
omatic changer.Audio system made in Nakamichi has a ªNAKAMICHIº logo on the panel\
.

AUDIO
240
1Turning the system on and adjusting volume
(See page 241 for details.)
2Stopping and ejecting a cassette tape
(See page 250 for details.)
3Function buttons
1 ± 6: Station selector buttons
(See page 247 for details.)
SCAN: Scan tuning
(See page 250 for details.)
P. SCAN: Preset scan tuning (See page 250 for details.)
4Display of functions in TAPE mode

:
Side change
(See page 252 for details.)
: DOLBY NR
(See page 252 for details.)
 :Rewinding
(See page 253 for details.)


:Fast forwarding
(See page 253 for details.)
RPT: Automatic repeat
(See page 254 for details.)
SKIP: Automatic skip of blank portions of tape
(See page 254 for details.)
4
Display of functions in CD mode
:Disc selection
(See page 260 for details.)
 :Reversing
(See page 264 for details.)


:Fast forwarding
(See page 264 for details.)
RPT: Automatic repeat
(See page 265 for details.)
RAND: Random access
(See page 265 for details.)
SCAN: Scan selection
(See page 262 for details.)
5
Mode selectors
(See page 242 for details.)
6Cassette tape slot
(See page 250 for details.)
7Tone and balance knobs
(See page 243 for details.)
8Radio mode: Frequency tuning
( S e e p a g e 246 o r 248 f o r
details.)
TAPE mode: Direct access to a desired
program (See page 255 for details.)
CD mode: Direct access to a desired

AUDIO
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program
(See page 263 for details.)
Using your audio system: some basics
This section describes some of the basic features of the
Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain
to your system.
Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the
ªACCº or ªONº position.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the car audio on longer than necessarywhen the engine is not running.
(a) Turning the system on and off
20E101
Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off.
Turn this knob to adjust the volume.
The system turns on in the last mode used.
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