2006 Lexus ES330 audio

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.

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
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 – 1
clxxxiv
AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning controlsclxxxv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 – 2
cc
AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
Audio
Audio system (with single−CD player) cci
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio system (with six− CD changer) ccxxv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For vehicles equipped with Navigation System,
please refer to the separate “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.

AUDIO
cci
AUDIO SYSTEM (with singleCD player)
Quick reference for your audio system
You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page lxxi for details.

AUDIO
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1Ejecting a CD
(See page ccxii for details.)
2Function buttons
1 — 6: Station selector buttons
(See page ccviii for details.)
SCAN: Scan tuning
(See page ccix for details.)
P.SCAN: Preset scan tuning
(See page ccix for details.)
3Display of functions in TAPE or CD mode
:DOLBY NR
(See page ccx for details.)
 : Rewinding or reversing
(See page ccx or ccxvi for details.)
 : Fast forwarding
(See page ccx or ccxvi for details.)
RPT: Automatic repeat
(See page ccxi or ccxvi for details.)
:CD selection
(See page ccxiv for details.)
RAND: Random access
(See page ccxvii for details.)
SCAN: Scan selection
(See page ccxv for details.)
4CD slot
(See page ccxii for details.)
5Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)/Mute
(See page cciv or ccvi for details.)
6TUNE/AUDIO CONTROL knob
(See page ccv for details.)
7 :Side change
(See page ccx for details.)
8Mode selectors
(See page cciv for details.)
9Stopping and ejecting a cassette tape
(See page ccix for details.)
10Turning the system on and adjusting the volume
(See page cciii for details.)
11Cassette tape slot
(See page ccix for details.)
12Radio mode: Seek tuning
(See page ccviii for details.)
TAPE mode: Direct access to a desired program
(See page ccxi for details.)
CD mode: Direct access to a desired program
(See page ccxvi for details.)

AUDIO
cciii
Using your audio system: some basics
This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus
audio system. Some information may not pertain to your
system.
Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave t he audio system on longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.
(a) Turning the system on and off
Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off. Turn
this knob to adjust the volume.
The system turns on in the last mode used.

AUDIO
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Push the “MUTE” button to decrease the volume
momentarily.
To return to its original volume, push the same button again.
When the audio system is turned on, the mute is always off
regardless of the previous mode.Push the “AM”, “FM”, “TAPE” or “DISC” button to turn on
that mode. The selected mode turns on directly.
Push these buttons if you want to switch from one mode to
another.
If the tape or CD is not set, the cassette player or CD player
does not turn on.
You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or
CD. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire
audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette
tape or CD. If another function was previously playing, it will
come on again.