2005 Lexus ES330 ECU

SWITCHES
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RETURNING TO THE RETRACTED POSITION
Push the connection of the wiper arm and wiper blade
downward.
NOTICE
To prevent the wiper blades from being deformed, be
sure to hold the connection of the wiper arm and wiper
blade securely.
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
REAR VIEW MIRROR DEFOGGER SWITCH
To turn the electric rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger on, push the switch.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window and the
heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear
the surface. An indicator light is on when the defogger is
operating.
The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has
operated about 15 minutes.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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(i) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This
means that the warning light system is operating properly.
If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving,
first check the followings.
 Empty fuel tank
If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immediately.
 Loose fuel tank cap
If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.
These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction
indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not
loose...
 There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission
control system, electronic throttle control system, automatic
transmission electrical system or warning light system itself.
Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the
vehicle.
If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal
is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the
electronic throttle control system. At this time, vibration may occur. However, if you depress the
accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system
is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is
turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erroneous pedal
operation.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs
Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the
malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Lexus
dealer to check your vehicle’s emission control system and
OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your
vehicle for the inspection.
For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M)
programs” on page 331.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
78To access the upper tray, push the lock release button and
raise the lid. To access the console box, pull up the lock
release lever and raise the lid.
The rear console box light comes on when the tail lights are
turned on.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the rear console box closed
while driving.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
The garage door opener (
Universal
Transceiver) is manufactured under license from
HomeLink
 and can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting
systems, and security systems, etc.
(a) Programming the HomeLink
1Indicator light2Buttons
The HomeLink
 in your vehicle has 3 buttons and you can
store one program for each button.
To ensure correct programming into the HomeLink
, install a
new battery in the hand −held transmitter prior to programming.

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803. Press and release the vehicle’s programmed HomeLink

button twice. The garage door may open. If the door does
open, the programming process
is complete. If the door does
not open, press and release the button a third time. This third
press and release will complete the programming process by
opening the garage door.
The ceiling mounted garage door opener motor should now
recognize the HomeLink
 unit and be able activate the garage
door up/down.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each remaining HomeLink

button to program another rolling code system.
Programming an entrance gate /
programming all devices in the Canadian
market
1. Decide which of the 3 HomeLink buttons you want to
program.
2. Place your hand −held gate/device transmitter 25 to 75 mm
(1 to 3 in.) away from the surface of the HomeLink
.
Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink
 in view while
programming.
3. Press and hold the selected HomeLink
 button.
4. Continuously press and release (cycle) the hand −held
gate/device transmitter button every two seconds until step 5
is complete.
5. When the indicator light on the HomeLink
 changes from a
slow to a rapid flash after 20 seconds, you can release both
buttons. 6. Test the operation of the HomeLink
 by pressing the newly
programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates
correctly.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each remaining HomeLink

button to program another device.
Programming other devices
To program other devices such as home security systems,
home door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Lexus
dealer for assistance.
Reprogramming a button
Individual HomeLink buttons cannot be erased, however, to
reprogram a single button, follow the procedure “Programming
the HomeLink
”.
(b) Operating the HomeLink
To operate the HomeLink, press the appropriate HomeLink
button to activate the programmed device. The HomeLink
indicator light should come on. The HomeLink continues to
send the signal for up to 20 seconds as long as the button is
pressed.

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CUPHOLDERS
Front cupholder
To use the front cupholder, push the cupholder portion of
the rear console box.
 Rear cupholder
To use the rear cupholder, pull down the armrest and open
the cover.
The cupholder is designed for holding cups or drink −cans
securely.
CAUTION
 Do not place anything else other than cups or
drinkcans in the cupholder, as such items may be
thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure
people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an
accident.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or sudden stop while driving, keep the cupholder
closed when not in use.

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CAUTION
Do not touch the brackets fastening the sunshade to
avoid injuring your fingers or hands.
 Do not put your fingers in the sunshade groove while
the sunshade is operating to avoid getting them
caught or injured by the runner.
NOTICE
To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged,
always operate the sunshade while the engine is
running.
 Observe the following to avoid damage and/or
malfunction:
Do not overload the sunshade motor and other parts
(for instance by pushing down on the sunshade
bracket while it is opening).
Do not place anything where they may hinder the
opening/closing of the sunshade.
Do not affix anything to the sunshade.
Clean the sunshade groove if there is any foreign
matter or dust on it.
Do not operate the rear electric sunshade repeatedly
for a long time as its motor may overheat.
TIEDOWN HOOKS
To secure your luggage, use the tiedown hooks as shown
above.
See “Stowage precautions” on page 293 for precautions when
loading luggage.

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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.

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TRUNK LID
Trunk lid opener
To open the trunk lid, push the switch.
To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After
closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely
closed.
The trunk lid can be unlocked using the wireless remote control
key. For details, see page 18.
CAUTION
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. This not only
keeps the luggage from being thrown out, but also
prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.