1997 Lexus GS 300 User Guide 3

1997 Lexus GS 300 Manual

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    SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Three-way catalytic converter Engine exhaust caution Before starting the engine Ignition switch with steering lock Parking brake How to start the engine Automatic transmission Cruise control Traction control system Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Types of
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    in the exhaust gas. ! S CAUTION Keep people and combustible materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas if very precautions: S Use only unleaded gasoline. S Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire,
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    Lexus Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". S Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. An open or unsealed trunk lid may cause exhaust THE ENGINE 1. check that the service reminder indicators function
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    leave the key in the "ON" position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the electronic ignition system/distributor ignition to the "Lock" position, you must put the transmission selector lever in the "P" position. When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the "LOCK"
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    parking brake release lever. Before leaving your vehicle, firmly apply the parking brake. Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in "Before cranking". Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
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    warm up for a few minutes before driving. Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is warming up. If the engine stalls...Simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal starting. If the engine will not start See "If your vehicle will not start" on page 158. NOTICE S Do not crank
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    STARTING AND DRIVING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Note: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see
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    ). Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "S" driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to start the engine" on page 130. The transmission must be in "P" or "N". The engine will not start in
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    driving pattern selector switch to the NORMAL position. Your transmission has a driving pattern selector switch which allows you to select either "NORM" or "PWR" to suit your driving condition. For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you use the NORMAL position to improve fuel economy. 3. For
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    to the next lower gear or beyond, depending on the vehicle speed. If engine braking is needed, such as in descending a long hill, see "(b) Using engine braking". To use the braking power of the engine, downshift the transmission in the way described below: S Turn off the overdrive switch. (This is
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    in engine speed could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. (c) Using the "S" and "L" positions The "2" and "L" positions are used for strong engine in "L", the transmission is engaged in the first gear. NOTICE S Be careful not to overrev the engine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going
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    STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Backing up (e) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the "R" position. NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Pull
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    If you cannot shift the selector lever from "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 174. (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck ! CAUTION If you rock your vehicle
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    driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down. To operate the cruise control, push the main switch. This turns the system on. The indicator light in the
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    for other than these reasons, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. Resetting to a faster speed Press then press the control lever downward in the "SET/COAST" direction. The transmission must be in "D" before you set the cruise control speed. Bring the
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    if you turn off the overdrive switch with the cruise control on, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. To and then goes out when using the cruise control, it means that there is trouble in the cruise control system. Contact your Lexus dealer. You can turn
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    contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. there may be trouble in the traction control system. Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed immediately. Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power-assist the brakes. If the engine
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    5 km/h (3 mph). You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that of tire friction. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Compared with vehicles not fitted with an anti-lock
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    will go off. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. S The light does not come on as described above, or remains on. S The light
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    vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control. S Do not use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originals. 2. All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better
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    SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips Break-in period Operation in foreign countries Tips for driving in various conditions Winter driving tips Trailer towing How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer 3-2 152 152 152 153 154 155 151
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    a break-in schedule with your new Lexus. But following a engine speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Try to avoid hard stops during the first 300 front wheels until they touch the curb so that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission
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    provide enough power for winter starting. Page 218 tells you how to visually inspect the battery. Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be pleased to check the battery charge level. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold weather. See page 199 for recommended viscosity
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    TRAILER TOWING NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle's paint. Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into "P" and block the front wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or
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    all parts and lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on schedule, and if you often drive under severe conditions, see that your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule
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    DRIVING TIPS ! CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake booster will not function without the engine running. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is running. 156
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SECTION
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Three–way catalytic converter
132
Engine exhaust caution
133
Before starting the engine
133
Ignition switch with steering lock
134
Parking brake
135
How to start the engine
135
Automatic transmission
137
Cruise control
144
Traction control system
146
Brake system
147
Brake pad wear limit indicators
149
Types of tires
150