Lexus RX300 2001 Manuals

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Lexus RX300 2001 Owner's Manual (336 pages)

Brand: Lexus | Category: Automobile | Size: 2 MB

Introduction
2
How to Use this Manual
4
Safety Symbol
5
Safety and Vehicle Damage Warnings
5
Instrument Panel
7
Pictorial Index
8
Instrument Cluster
9
Two–Wheel Drive Models Sold in U.S.A
9
Four–Wheel Drive Models Sold in U.S.A.
11
Two–Wheel Drive Models Sold in Canada
13
Four–Wheel Drive Models Sold in Canada
15
Seat and Steering Wheel
17
Exterior View
18
Basic Operation Contents
20
Driver's Seat
21
Steering Wheel
21
Automatic Transmission
22
Lock Release Button
22
Overdrive Switch
22
Headlight and Turn Signal Switch
23
Wiper Switch
24
Instruments and Controls Contents
26
Keys
27
Flat Key
27
Starting the Engine Using a Flat Key
28
Engine Immobiliser System
30
Wireless Remote Control
32
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
33
Sounding an Alarm
34
Operating the Windows and Moon Roof
34
Replacing the Battery
36
Side Doors
37
Locking with Key
37
Locking with Inside Lock Knob
38
Locking with Power Door Lock Switch
38
Back Door
39
Locking with Rear Door Child–Protector
39
Locking and Unlocking with Key
39
Instruments and Controls
42
Headlight Switch
43
Headlight Dimmer and Turn Signal Switch
45
Automatic Headlight Leveling System
45
Fog Light Switch
46
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch
47
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
48
Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger
49
Windshield Wiper Deicer Switch
49
Power Window Switches
50
Operating the Switches
50
Operating the Window Lock Switch
51
Operating the Windows from Outside the Vehicle
51
Jam Protection Function
52
Emergency Flasher Switch
53
Seat Heater Switches
53
Fuel Gauge
57
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
57
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
57
Normal Range
57
Tachometer
58
Odometer and Trip Meter
59
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers
59
Brake System Warning Light
61
Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer
61
Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
61
SRS Warning Light
62
Discharge Warning Light
62
Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
63
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
63
“ABS” Warning Light
64
Open Door Warning Light
64
Rear Light Failure Warning Light
64
Skid Control System and “TRAC OFF” Indicator/Warning Lights
64
Vehicle Skid Control System Warning Light
65
Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Warning Light
65
How to Check All the Service Reminder Indicators
66
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
66
Automatic Headlight Leveling System Warning Light
66
Key Reminder Buzzer
66
Cruise Information Display
67
Driving Time
68
Average Vehicle Speed
68
Average Fuel Consumption
68
Instrument Panel Light Control
69
Momentary Fuel Consumption
69
Interior Equipment Contents
70
Vanity Mirrors
71
Sun Visors
71
Interior Lights
72
Center Light
72
Rear Light
72
Personal Light
73
Vehicles Without Moon Roof
73
Vehicles with Moon Roof
73
Ignition Switch Light
74
Clock
74
Outside Temperature Display
75
Adjusting the Time
75
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray
76
Power Outlets
77
Rear Console Box
78
Glove Box
78
Garage Door Opener
79
Programming the Homelink
79
Operating the Homelink
81
Erasing the Entire Homelink Memory
81
Cup Holders
82
Front Cup Holder
82
Upper Console Position
82
Overhead Console Box
84
Rear Cup Holder
84
Auxiliary Boxes
85
Luggage Cover
86
Floor Mat
87
Tie-Down Hooks
88
Luggage Stowage Precautions
88
Exterior Equipment Contents
90
Hood
91
Fuel Tank Cap
92
Moon Roof
93
Operating the Moon Roof from Outside the Vehicle
94
Comfort Adjustment Contents
96
Front Seats
97
Front Seat Precautions
97
Seat Adjustment Precautions
97
Adjusting Front Seats
98
Adjusting Seat Position
98
Adjusting Seatback Angle
99
Adjusting Seat Cushion Angle and Height
99
Adjusting Lumbar Support
100
Flattening Seatbacks
100
Rear Seats
102
Sliding and Reclining Rear Seats
102
Folding down Rear Seatbacks
103
Before Folding down Rear Seatbacks
103
Seat Belt Hanger
103
Armrests
104
Head Restraints
105
Tilt Steering Wheel
106
Outside Rear View Mirrors
106
Power Rear View Mirror Control
107
Inside Rear View Mirror
108
Folding Rear View Mirrors
108
Compass
110
Compass Sensor
111
Calibrating the Compass
112
Zone Number
112
Seat Belt Precautions
114
Fastening Front and Rear Seat Belts
115
Adjust the Position of the Lap and Shoulder Belts
116
Seat Belt Extender
118
Front Seat Belt Pretensioners
119
Front Airbag Sensors
120
SRS Airbags
122
SRS Front Airbags
122
SRS Side Airbags
123
Move Seat Fully Back
129
Child Restraint Precautions
134
Child Restraint System
135
Installation with 3-Point Type Seat Belt
137
Convertible Seat
137
Booster Seat
137
Infant Seat Installation
137
Convertible Seat Installation
141
Booster Seat Installation
146
Using a Top Strap
148
Installation with Child Restraint Lower Anchorages
151
Driving Position Memory
153
Setting a Driving Position
153
Activating a Memorized Position
154
Theft Deterrent Contents
156
Theft Deterrent System
157
Setting the System
157
Cancelling the System
157
Activating the System
157
Testing the System
158
Theft Prevention Labels
159
Air Conditioning and Audio Contents
160
Automatic Air Conditioning Controls
161
Air Flow Selection
163
Climate Control
164
Setting Operation
165
Windshield Defogging and Defrosting
167
Air Filter
168
Operating Tips
169
Side Vents
169
Rear Vents
169
Audio Contents
170
Quick Reference for Your Audio System
171
Using Your Audio System: some Basics
173
Turning the System on and off
173
Brightness Buttons
175
Tone and Balance
175
Your Radio Antenna
176
Your Cassette Player
176
Radio Operation
177
Your Automatic Changer
177
Listening to the Radio
177
Presetting a Station
178
Selecting a Station
179
Cassette Tape Player Operation
180
Playing a Cassette Tape
180
Manual Program Selection
181
Automatic Program Selection
181
Compact Disc Player Operation
183
Inserting Compact Discs
183
Playing a Compact Disc
185
Selecting a Desired Disc
185
Searching for a Desired Track
186
Searching for a Desired Disc
186
Selecting a Desired Track
187
Repeating a Track or a Disc
187
Car Audio System Operating Hints
188
Random Playing
188
If the Player Malfunctions
188
Radio Reception
189
Fm
189
Am
189
Use High–Quality Cassettes
190
Caring for Your Compact Disc Player and Discs
190
Starting and Driving Contents
194
Three-Way Catalytic Converter
195
Engine Exhaust Caution
196
Before Starting the Engine
196
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock
197
Parking Brake
198
How to Start the Engine
198
Before Cranking
198
Normal Driving
201
Using Engine Braking
203
Using the “2” and “L” Positions
204
Backing up
204
Parking
205
Good Driving Practice
205
Rocking Your Vehicle if Stuck
206
If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever out of “P” Position
206
Cruise Control
207
Turning on the System
207
Cruise Control Failure Warning
209
Traction Control System
210
Slip Indicator Light
210
Traction Control System Failure Warning
211
Vehicle Skid Control System
213
Vehicle Skid Control System Failure Warning
214
Brake System
216
Brake Booster
216
Anti–Lock Brake System
217
Brake Assist System
219
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
220
Limited-Slip Differentials
220
Types of Tires
221
Summer Tires
221
All Season Tires
221
Starting and Driving
222
Driving Tips Contents
222
Off-Road Vehicle Precautions
223
Break-In Period
224
Operation in Foreign Countries
224
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions
224
Off-Road Driving Precautions
225
Winter Driving Tips
227
Dinghy Towing
228
Dinghy Towing Tips
229
Trailer Towing
230
Weight Limits
230
Certification Label
230
Total Trailer Weight
231
Tongue Load
231
Hitches
232
Trailer Ball
232
Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height
233
Brakes and Safety Chains
234
Tires
234
Trailer Lights
235
Break–In Schedule
235
Maintenance
235
Pre–Towing Safety Check
235
Trailer Towing Tips
236
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
238
In Case of an Emergency Contents
240
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
241
If Your Vehicle will Not Start
241
Simple Checks
241
Starting a Flooded Engine
242
Jump Starting
242
Jump Starting Procedure
244
If Your Vehicle Overheats
245
When the Engine Overheats
245
If You Have a Flat Tire
246
Access to Spare Tire
247
Changing Procedure
248
To Remove the Spare Tire
249
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed
254
Towing Precautions
254
Towing with a Wheel Lift Type Truck
255
Using a Flat Bed Truck
256
From Rear
256
Tie down Points
256
Rear Emergency Towing Eyelets
257
Towing with a Sling Type Truck
258
Emergency Towing
259
Emergency Towing Eyelet Precautions
260
Tips for Towing a Stuck Vehicle
260
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
261
If You Lose Your Keys or Lock Yourself out
262
Maintenance Contents
264
Maintenance Requirements
265
General Maintenance
265
Scheduled Maintenance
265
What about Do–It–Yourself Maintenance?
266
Vehicle Exterior
266
General Maintenance
266
Vehicle Interior
267
Engine Compartment
268
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?
269
Service Procedures and Specifications Contents
272
Vehicle Identification
273
Engine Compartment Overview
274
Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions
275
Parts and Tools
276
Checking the Engine Oil Level
276
Checking the Engine Coolant Level
276
Checking Brake Fluid
277
Checking Power Steering Fluid
277
Checking Battery Condition
277
Checking and Replacing the Blade Type Fuses
277
Positioning the Jack
278
Engine Contents
280
Specifications
281
Fuel Type
283
Octane Rating
283
Gasoline Containing Detergent Additives
283
Quality Gasoline
283
Cleaner Burning Gasoline
284
Oxygenates in Gasoline
284
Sulfur in Gasoline
284
Gasoline Containing MMT
284
Fuel Pump Shut off System
285
Facts about Engine Oil Consumption
285
Functions of Engine Oil
285
Engine Oil Consumption
285
Used Engine Oil
286
Importance of Engine Oil Level Check
286
Checking the Engine Oil Level
287
Engine Oil Selection
288
Checking the Engine Coolant
289
Oil Identification Marks
289
Coolant Type Selection
290
Spark Plugs
291
Chassis Contents
292
Checking Brake Fluid
296
Checking Tire Pressure
298
Rotating Tires
299
Checking and Replacing Tires
299
When to Replace Your Tires
299
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
300
Tire Selection
301
Installing Snow Tires and Chains
302
When to Use Snow Tires or Chains
302
Snow Tire Selection
302
Snow Tire Installation
302
Tire Chain Selection
303
Chain Installation
303
Replacing Wheels
304
Aluminum Wheel Precautions
304
When to Replace Your Wheels
304
Wheel Selection
304
Suspension and Chassis
305
Electrical Components Contents
306
Fuse Locations
307
Fuses
307
Driver’s Side Instrument Panel
308
Precautions
310
Checking Battery Condition
310
Checking Battery Exterior
311
Checking Battery Fluid
312
Checking by Hydrometer
312
Battery Recharging Precautions
313
Checking the Cartridge Type Fuses
316
Adding Washer Fluid
317
Checking the Headlight Aim
318
Adjusting the Vertical Aiming
318
Replacing Light Bulbs
319
Light Location
319
Body Contents
322
Protecting Your Vehicle from Corrosion
324
Washing and Waxing
325
Hand–Washing Your Lexus
325
Automatic Car Wash
326
Waxing Your Lexus
326
Cleaning the Interior
327
Leather Interior
327
Synthetic Leather Areas
328
Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts
328
Air Conditioning Control Panel, Car Audio
329
Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches
329
Gas Station Information
332

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