2004 Lexus ES330 pressure

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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Accessories, spare parts and modification of
your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for
Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You
should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and
is not responsible for their performance, repair, or
replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus
products. Modification with non- genuine Lexus products
could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even
violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or
performance problems resulting from the modification may not
be covered under warranty.
Spark ignition system of your Lexus
The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing
Equipment Standard.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your
vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system,
cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag
system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check
with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation.
Tires and loading on your Lexus
Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the
excess load may result in the deterioration of steering
ability and braking ability, leading to an accident.
Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be
sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner's
Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and
load limits, see pages 389 and 309.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your
Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped
with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are,
this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the
systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed
and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Tachometer 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light 284. . . .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Engine oil replacement reminder light 61. . . . . . . . . .
5Headlight indicator light 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight high beam indicator light 40. . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Fog light indicator light 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Cruise control indicator light 279. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Slip indicator light 283, 286. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Low fuel level warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic transmission indicator lights 272. . . . . .
14Engine coolant temperature gauge 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
15Odometer and trip meter 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Trip meter reset knob 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Fuel gauge 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low washer fluid warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Low engine oil level warning light 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Multi-information display 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Rear light failure warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Low engine oil pressure warning light 59. . . . . . . . . .
23Brake system warning light 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Anti-lock brake system warning light 62. . . . . . . . . . .
25Driver's seat belt reminder light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Discharge warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27SRS warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Open door warning light 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Malfunction indicator lamp 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.
PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Tachometer 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light 284. . . .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Tail light indicator light 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Headlight high beam indicator light 40. . . . . . . . . . . .
6Turn signal indicator light 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Fog light indicator light 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Cruise control indicator light 279. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Slip indicator light 283, 286. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Low fuel level warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Automatic transmission indicator lights 272. . . . . .
13Engine coolant temperature gauge 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
14Odometer and trip meter 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Trip meter reset knob 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Fuel gauge 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low washer fluid warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low engine oil level warning light 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Multi-information display 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Rear light failure warning light 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Low engine oil pressure warning light 59. . . . . . . . . .
22Brake system warning light 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Anti-lock brake system warning light 62. . . . . . . . . . .
24Driver's seat belt reminder light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Discharge warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26SRS warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Open door warning light 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Malfunction indicator lamp 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Finish
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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(f) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on 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 light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or
it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for
concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated
slightly.
The light may come on 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 light on Ð
even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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FUEL TANK CAP
This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of
your vehicle.
1. To open the fuel filler door, push the switch.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames
when refuelling. The fumes are flammable.
When opening the cap, do not remove the cap
quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could
cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the
cap is suddenly removed.

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2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap
counterclockwise by 90 degrees (to the pressure point
1), and then turn it an additional 30 degrees (to point2). Pause slightly before removing it.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is
opened.
3. The removed cap can be stored on the back side of the
fuel filler door.
Position the cap so that the hooks point to the left and right, and
set it in the receptacle on the back side of the door.

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hear a click. When you hear the click, the cap is fully
closed.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the
indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Make sure the cap is installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an accident.
Use only a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap for
replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank
pressure.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the cap, apply force only in the
turning direction to the cap. Do not pull or pry it.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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BRAKE SYSTEM
The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic
system with two separate sub-systems. If either sub-system
should fail, the other will still work. However, the pedal will be
harder to press, and your stopping distance will increase. Also,
the brake system warning light may come on.
CAUTION
Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake
system. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
Brake booster
The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power-assist the
brakes. If the engine should quit while you are driving, you can
bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure. There
is enough reserved vacuum for one or two stops but no more!
CAUTION
Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the pedal uses up your reserved
vacuum.
Even if the power assist is completely lost, the brakes
will still work. But you will have to push the pedal
hard, much harder than normal. And your braking
distance will increase.
Anti-lock brake system
The anti-lock brake system is designed to help prevent
lock-up of the wheels during a sudden braking or braking
on slippery road surfaces. This assists in providing
directional stability and steering performance of the
vehicle under these circumstances.
Effective way to press the ABS brake pedal: When the
anti-lock brake system function is in action, you may feel the
brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise. In this situation, to
let the anti-lock brake system work for you, just hold the
brake pedal down more firmly. Do not pump the brake in a
panic stop. This will result in reduced braking performance.
The anti-lock brake system becomes operative after the
vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately
10 km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the vehicle
decelerates to a speed below approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).
Depressing the brake pedal on slippery road surfaces such as
on a manhole cover, a steel plate at a construction site, joints
in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day tends to activate the anti-lock
brake system.