2006 Lexus ES330 Index

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly
on this page to help you make the best use of the
manual. Please read this page and the rest of the
Owner’s Manual carefully to make sure you fully
understand the operation of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable
driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy
reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION — QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily
understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed
below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points
you should pay particular attention to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment
5. Exterior equipment
6. Occupant restraint systems 7. Steering wheel and mirrors
SECTION 2 — AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are
explained in detail. Be sure to r
ead this Section so that you can
make full use of them.
SECTION 3 — STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features
affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe
driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything
in this Section, and remember — drive safely!
SECTION 4 — IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
This Section explains what to do in the event of an urgent
situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc.
If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this Owner’s
Manual and follow the instructions given.
SECTION 5 — MAINTENANCE
This Section explains the importance of regular maintenance.
Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your
Lexus will help to keep your vehicle in its best condition.
SECTION 6 — SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Simple maintenance procedure and service data are provided
here for your reference should you wish to perform inspection
and maintenance yourself.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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INDEX
The page number is listed for each item in the Owner’s Manual
so that you can rapidly find the item and page you are
searching for.
GAS STATION INFORMATION
The information you need to know for appropriate servicing at
the gas station is provided here.
QUICK INDEX
This is designed so that you can quickly find the needed
information when an urgent situation arises.
Your Lexus Owner’s Manual provides you with a
considerable amount of information. To use this
information most effectively, please take the time
to familiarize yourself with the contents and use
of the manual.

PICTORIAL INDEX
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INSTRUMENT PANEL

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Door lock switch and power window
switches xxvi, xlv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Driving position memory switches clxvii
. . . . . . . . . .
3Power rear view mirror control switches clxxv . . . . .
4Side vents cxcvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Instrument panel light control dial lxxi
. . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches xxxiii, xxxv, xxxviii, xxxix . . . . . . .
7Audio remote control switches ccxviii, ccxlix . . . . . .
8Ignition switch cclx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Speech command switch See the separate . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
10Multiinformation display control button lxviii . . . . .
11Windshield wiper and washer switches xxxix. . . . . .
12Seat ventilator/heater switches xlix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Emergency flasher switch xlviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Clock lxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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15Audio system or navigation system
including audio system
(For the navigation system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) cci, ccxxv .
16Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light lxi . . . . . .
17“AIRBAG OFF” indicator light cxliii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
18“AIRBAG ON” indicator light
cxliii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Security indicator light xv, xxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Glove box lxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Front passenger seat position
memory switches clxix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic air conditioning controls clxxxv . . . . . . . .
23Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch xliv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Grocery bag hook lxxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Automatic transmission selector lever cclxiii . . . . . .
26Rear electric sunshade switch xc
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch cclxxii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Cigarette lighter and ashtray lxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Traction control system off switch cclxxiv
. . . . . . . .
30Cruise control switch cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Power adjustable pedals switch clxxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
32Parking brake pedal cclxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Auxiliary box lxxxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Hood lock release lever xciii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Trunk lid opener xciv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener xcvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in U. S. A.)

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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1Tachometer
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light cclxxiv .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light lxvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Engine oil replacement reminder light lxiii
. . . . . . . .
5Headlight indicator light xxxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight high beam indicator light xxxviii . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light xxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Fog light indicator light xxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Cruise control indicator light cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Slip indicator light cclxxiii, cclxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light lxvii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Low fuel level warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic transmission indicator lights cclxiii . . . .
14Engine coolant temperature gauge lvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
15Odometer and trip meter
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Trip meter reset knob lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Fuel gauge lv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low washer fluid warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Low engine oil level warning light lxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
20Multiinformation display lxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Rear light failure warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Low engine oil pressure warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . .
23Brake system warning light lx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Antilock brake system warning light lxv
. . . . . . . . . .
25Driver’s seat belt reminder light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Charging system warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27SRS warning light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Open door warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Malfunction indicator lamp lxiv
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in Canada)

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Tachometer
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light cclxxiv .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light lxvi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Tail light indicator light xxxv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Headlight high beam indicator light xxxviii . . . . . . . .
6Turn signal indicator light xxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Fog light indicator light xxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Cruise control indicator light cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Slip indicator light cclxxiii, cclxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light lxvii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Low fuel level warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Automatic transmission indicator lights cclxiii . . . .
13Engine coolant temperature gauge lvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
14Odometer and trip meter
lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Trip meter reset knob lvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Fuel gauge lv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low washer fluid warning light lxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low engine oil level warning light lxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
19Multiinformation display lxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Rear light failure warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Low engine oil pressure warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . .
22Brake system warning light lx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Antilock brake system warning light lxv
. . . . . . . . . .
24Driver’s seat belt reminder light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Charging system warning light lxii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26SRS warning light lxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Open door warning light lxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Malfunction indicator lamp lxiv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .