2008 Lexus ES350 transmission

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by yo ur Lexus dealer immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
(USA)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates the following:
• Empty fuel tank
• Loose fuel tank
• Malfunction in the electronic engine control system;
• Malfunction in the electronic throttle control system; or
• Malfunction in the electronic automatic transmission con-trol system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
SRS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• Front passenger occupant classification system
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
●Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift lever in P.
● Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
● Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide trac-
tion under the tires.
● Restart the engine.
● Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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Vehicle specifications
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Electrical system
Automatic Transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contactyour Lexus dealer.
Battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity*6.76 qt. (6.4 L, 5.63 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transaxle accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the automatic transaxle of your vehicle.

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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N, 51
kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,3 0.6 kg f ) .
Steering
Pedal clearance *12.4 in. (61 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluidAutomatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................. 182
ABS.............................................................. 157
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 133
AFS .............................................................. 133
Air conditioning filter ......................... 330
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................330
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................................182
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 79
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 83
Airbag warning light ........................ 363
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 83
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................88
General airbag precautions ........... 83
Locations of airbags............................. 77
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 87
Proper driving posture ............. 75, 83
Side airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Side airbag precautions .................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................. 77
Alarm ............................................................ 72
Antenna ..................................................... 196
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 157
Armrest ..................................................... 265
Ashtray ......................................................260
Audio input ............................................... 216 Audio system
Antenna.................................................... 196
Audio input............................................. 216
AUX adapter ........................................ 216
CD player/changer ........................... 199
MP3/WMA disc............................... 205
Optimal use ........................................... 213
Portable music player ....................... 216
Radio ......................................................... 192
Steering wheel audio switch...........217
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................... 182
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................134
Automatic light control system.........132
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ..................... 117
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 396
S mode .......................................................118
AUX adapter ...........................................216
Auxiliary box .......................................... 256
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................... 417
Battery
Checking................................................. 312
If the vehicle has discharged battery .................................................400
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 167
Bluetooth
®................................................219
Brake Fluid.......................................................... 309
Parking brake.......................................... 121
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Head restraint......................................... 49
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 75
Seat heaters.......................................... 263
Ventilated seats .................................. 263
Service reminder indicators ............. 124
Shift lever Automatic transmission...................... 117
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................396
Shift lever lighting ................................. 247
Shift lock system ....................................396
Side airbags................................................ 77
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs........................ 345
Switch ........................................................ 132
Wattage.................................................... 417
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ......................... 58
Mirror position memory ................... 44
Smart access system with
push-button start Entry function...........................................22
Starting the engine ................................114
Spare tire
Inflation pressure................................ 324
Spare tire................................................384
Spark plug ................................................. 412
Specifications ........................................ 408
Speech command switch*
Speedometer........................................... 122
Steering wheel Audio switches ..................................... 217
Power adjustment ................................ 56
Steering wheel position
memory.................................................. 44 Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 343
Wattage ................................................... 417
Storage feature ..................................... 250
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 405
Sun visors ................................................. 257
Sunshade Rear .......................................................... 266
Roof............................................................. 65
Switch Engine switch .......................................... 114
Fog light switch .................................... 135
Ignition switch ......................................... 114
Light switches........................................ 132
Power door lock switch..................... 37
Power window switch ....................... 60
Window lock switch ........................... 60
Wipers and washer switch............. 136
Tachometer .............................................. 122
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 343
Switch........................................................ 132
Wattage ................................................... 417
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm........................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system ..............70
Theft prevention labels...........................74
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 324
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