2003 Lexus ES300 Owner's Manuals (in English)

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) ENGINE
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To ensure excellent lubrication performance for your engine,
the “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” range is available, which has
been specifically tested and approved for all Lexus engines.
Pl

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) ENGINE
316If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing,
there 
may be a leak in the system.  V isually check the radiator,
hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap and drain

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) ENGINE
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CHECKING THE RADIATOR ANDCONDENSER
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not
sure of their condition, take your vehicle to Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
To prevent burning you

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) SECTION   6 – 3
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SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Chassis
Specifications319
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Checking brake fluid 322

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) CHASSIS
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SPECIFICATIONS
� AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLEFluid capacity Drain and refill
3.1 L (3.3 qt., 2.7 lmp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF Type T�IV*
*Change automatic transmission fluid only as neces

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) CHASSIS
320� BRAKES
Pedal clearance Fixed type
Adjustable type (in frontmost position)
70 mm (2.8 in.) Min. *1
59 mm (2.3 in.) Min. *1
Pedal free playFixed type
Adjustable type (in frontmost position)

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) CHASSIS
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� TIRES AND WHEELS
Tire size
P215/60R16 94V
Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressureFront 200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm2 or bar, 29 psi)
Rear 200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm2 or bar, 29

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Lexus ES300 2003  Owners Manuals (in English) CHASSIS
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CHECKING BRAKE FLUID
To check the fluid level, simply look at the see�through
reservoir.  The level should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the tank.
It is normal for the br