2004 Lexus ES330 hood release

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Door lock switch and power window
switches 28, 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Driving position memory switches 178. . . . . . . . . . .
3Power rear view mirror control switches 183. . . . . .
4Side vents 205. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Instrument panel light control dial 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 34, 37, 40, 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Multi-information display control switches 66. . . . .
8Ignition switch 268. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Wiper and washer switches 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Seat heater switches 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Emergency flasher switch 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Clock 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Car audio 211, 235. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 57. . . . . .
15AIRBAG OFFº indicator light 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16AIRBAG ONº indicator light 152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
17Security indicator light 16, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Glove box 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Automatic air conditioning controls 192. . . . . . . . . .
20Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Ashtray 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic transmission selector lever 272. . . . . . . .
23Rear electric sunshade switch 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 282. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Traction control system off switch 284. . . . . . . . . . .
26Cruise control switch 279. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Power adjustable pedals switch 181. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Parking brake pedal 269. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Auxiliary box 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Hood lock release lever 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Trunk lid opener 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Fuel filler door opener 96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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HOOD
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly.
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is securely locked.
Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while
driving and an accident may occur.

MAINTENANCE
347 Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort
or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and the proper
clearance and freeplay. Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
At a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side
when applied.
Parking brake
Check that the pedal has the proper travel and that, on a safe
incline, your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake
applied.
Automatic transmission Parkº mechanism
On a safe incline, check that your vehicle is held securely with
the selector lever in Pº position and all brakes released.
Vehicle exterior
Items listed below should be performed from time to time,
unless otherwise specified.
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure to check the nuts for
looseness. Tighten them if necessary.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.
Tire inflation pressure
Check the tire inflation pressure with a gauge every
two weeks, or at least once a month and adjust as
shown on the tire and loading information label. See
page 389 for additional information.
Tire surface
Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or
excessive wear. See page 402 for additional
information.
Tire rotation
Rotate the tires according to the maintenance
schedule. (For scheduled maintenance information,
please refer to the Owner's Manual
Supplement/Scheduled Maintenanceº.) See page 401
for additional information.