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3-5. Using the storage features
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Interior features
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Console boxTo open, press the button.
To close, pull up the lever.
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are turned on.
■Trunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch located in the glove box. ( → P. 4 1 )
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Glove box and console box
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4-1. Maintenance and care ............................... 282
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 282
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............. 285
4-2. Maintenance .................. 288 Maintenance requirements ....................... 288
General maintenance .......... 290
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs
................................. 293
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ................ 294
Do-it-yourself service precautions ........................... 294
Hood ......................................... 298
Positioning a floor jack ......... 299
Engine compartment ............. 301
Tires ............................................. 316
Tire inflation pressure ........... 324
Wheels ..................................... 328
Air conditioning filter........... 330
Electronic key battery ......... 332
Checking and replacing fuses......................................... 334 Headlight aim (vehicles with
discharge headlights) ........ 342
Light bulbs................................ 343
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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• Can the vehicle be hold securely on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Brakes
• Not pull to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Function properly?
Lights
• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? (→ P. 3 4 2 )
Parking brake
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate prop- erly?
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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12A LT140 A
PSB, H-LP CLN, P-P/SEAT, RR DEF,
ABS NO.2, FAN MAIN, ABS NO.1,
HTR, RR FOG, RR DOOR RH, RR
DOOR LH, FUEL OPN, FR FOG,
OBD, STOP, TI & TE, A/C, PWR,
DOOR NO.2, S/ROOF, GAUGE
NO.2, POWER, P/SEAT
13STR LOCK20 ASteering lock system
14IG220 A
GAUGE NO.2, IGN, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system
15HAZ15 ATurn signal lights
16ETCS10 AElectronic throttle control system
17E-ACM10 AElectric active control mount
18A/C CTRL PNL15 AAir conditioning system
19A LT- S7. 5 ACharging system
20AM27. 5 AStarting system
21EFI MAIN30 AEFI NO.2, EFI NO.3, fuel system, ECT
system
22AMP30 AAudio system
23AMP230 AAudio system
24DOOR NO.125 APower door lock system
25R A D I O N O.115 AAudio system
26ECU-B NO.110 AECU powers
27DOME10 AInterior lights, meters, vanity lights
28H-LP (LH)15 ALeft-hand headlight (high beam)
29H-LP (RH)15 ARight-hand headlight (high beam)
FuseAmpereCircuit
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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start, even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
→P. 114), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( →P. 1 1 4 )
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 7 0 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 4 0 0 )
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an elec-
trical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
an interim measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 395)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start functionWhen the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 4 0 0 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Light bulbs
*: If equipped
A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: H7 halogen bulbs
C: HB3 halogen bulbs
D: HB4 halogen bulbs
E: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
F: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
G: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights (low beam) Discharge bulbs
*
Halogen bulbs*
D4SH735
55AB
Headlights (high beam)900560C
Front fog lights900651D
Front turn signal lights21E
Parking lights and front side
marker lights5F
Tr u n k l i g h t5G
Rear side marker lights1943.8F
Stop/tail lights744321 /5F
Tail lights74435F
Rear turn signal lights21E
Back-up lights92116F
Outer foot lights5F
InteriorVanity lights8F
Door courtesy lights5F
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Alphabetical index
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InitializationItems to initialize .................................438
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 57
Interior lights Interior lights......................................... 249
Switch ...................................................... 249
Intuitive parking assist ............................151
Jack Positioning a floor jack.................... 299
Replacing the wheel.........................384
Jack handle ..............................................384
Keyless entry.............................................. 34
Keys Electronic key......................................... 20
Engine switch...........................................114
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................398
If you lose your keys......................... 397
Key number ............................................. 20
Keyless entry ........................................... 34
Keys ............................................................. 20
Mechanical key...................................... 20
Wireless remote control key .......... 34
Light bulbs Replacing............................................... 343
Wattage.................................................... 417
Lights Door courtesy lights..........................247
Fog light switch.....................................135
Headlights switch ................................ 132
Interior light switch.............................247
Outer foot lights ..................................247 Personal light switch .........................249
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 343
Shift lever lighting ............................... 247
Turn signal lever................................... 120
Vanity lights.......................................... 258
Wattage ................................................... 417
Load capacity...........................................166
Maintenance Do-it-yourself ma intenance..........294
General maintenance..................... 290
Maintenance data .............................408
Maintenance requirements.......... 288
Meter
Instrument panel light control ....... 123
Meters........................................................122
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......................57
Side mirror heater...............................189
Side mirrors............................................. 58
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 258
Moon roof................................................... 63
MP3 disc .................................................. 205
Multi-information display ................... 128
Odometer ................................................. 122
Oil Engine oil............................................... 303
Opener Fuel filler door ......................................... 67
Hood ....................................................... 298
Trunk..............................................................41
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights.................................. 247
Wattage ................................................... 417
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