2001 Lexus ES300 hood release

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
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4 Instrument panel light control 69
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5 Headlight, turn signal and fog light switch 31 . . . . .
6 Wiper and washer switch 36
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7 Ignition switch 279
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8 Emergency flasher switch 48
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9 Clock 81
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10 Car audio 238
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11 Security indicator light 12, 211
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12 Automatic air conditioning controls 217
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13 Glove box/CD automatic changer 85/256
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14 Automatic transmission selector lever 284
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15 Ashtray 81
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16 Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17 Seat heater switches 49
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18 Vehicle skid control system off switch
or Traction control system off switch 301, 305 . . . . .
19 Cruise control switch 297
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20 Trunk lid opener 105
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21 Fuel filler door opener 108
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22 Parking brake 281
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23 Hood lock release lever 102
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24 Auxiliary box 96
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EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
102
HOOD
15E016
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever
under the instrument panel. The hood will spring up
slightly.
15E023
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.

MAINTENANCE
382
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Listed below are the general maintenance items that
should be performed at the intervals specified. It is
recommended that any problem you notice be brought
to the attention of your Lexus dealer or qualified service
shop for their advice.
CAUTION
Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can
be obtained if you run the engine.
Vehicle exterior
Items listed below should be performed from time to
time, unless otherwise specified.
Tire pressure
Check the pressure with a gauge every two weeks, or at
least once a month and adjust as shown on the tire
pressure label. See page 431 for a dditional information.
Tire surface
Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive
wear. See page 433 for additional information.
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure to check the nuts for
looseness. Tighten them if necessary. Tire rotation
Rotate
the tires according to the maintenance schedule.
(For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the ªOwner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance
Scheduleº.) See page 432 for additional information.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other
fluid after the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you
smell fuel fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors, including trunk lid, operate
smoothly and all latches lock securely. Make sure the
engine hood secondary latch secures the hood when the
primary latch is released.