2001 Lexus GS 300 Owners Manual

2001 Lexus GS 300 Manual

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  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 1
    2001 Lexus Owner's Manual Supplement Owner Amenities q Warranty Information q Maintenance Information q
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    Motor Corporation, and is designed to deliver uncompromising luxury and performance. This booklet has been developed to help you obtain the highest level of satisfaction from your Lexus. Please take some time to review it carefully. In addition to important information about warranty coverages
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    Benefits and Assistance Quality Control ...7 Vehicle Service History ...7 Vehicle Service Agreements ...7 Additional Keys ...8 Body Repairs ...8 If You Need Assistance ...8 BBB AUTO LINE Arbitration...10 WARRANTY INFORMATION Introduction The Lexus Commitment ...14 Warranty Coverages at a Glance
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    Tire Limited Warranty ...34 Bridgestone/Firestone ...35 Dunlop ...52 Goodyear ...62 Michelin ...66 OF CONTENTS Your Responsibilities Operation and Maintenance ...79 Obtaining Warranty Service ...82 Maintenance and Lexus Warranty Coverage ...83 Lexus Dealership Service ...84 Maintenance Logs
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    and includes a body/chassis inspection, a check for fluid leaks and a vehicle road test. The second service is at 5,000 miles/4 months or 7,500 miles/ 6 months, depending on which maintenance interval you use. This service includes a change of the engine oil and oil filter, rotation of the tires and
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    and lodging. Shipping of repair parts to remote locations. A technical assistance hotline to provide repair information to non-Lexus facilities. How to Get Help ⅷ Roadside services such as battery jump-start, tire change and fuel delivery. Towing to the nearest Lexus dealership (or an alternate
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    provider to arrive. Additional Coverage After your roadside assistance coverage expires, you may join a motor club created exclusively for Lexus owners. Benefits include roadside assistance coverage, a trip-planning service and discounts on travel and dining. For further information, call (800) 25
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    300. This mileage is a result of the comprehensive process used to ensure the quality of your vehicle. Every Lexus should your vehicle require repair. Lexus vehicle service agreements are available with a variety of coverage options. A Lexus dealership sales consultant can help you select the
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    within five business days. Body Repairs If you're use Genuine Lexus Parts exclusively in the repair of Lexus vehicles. If You Need Assistance Both Lexus and your Lexus dealer are dedicated to serving your automotive needs. Your complete satisfaction is our first priority. Should you have a problem
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    Box 2991 Torrance, CA 90509-2991 Whether calling or writing, please provide the following information: Vehicle identification number (located on the driver's side corner of the dashboard, under the window) Current vehicle mileage Name of your selling and servicing Lexus case be reviewed through the
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    reviewing the facts; inspecting the vehicle, if necessary; and promptly rendering a fair and equitable decision. BBB AUTO LINE resolves disputes involving Lexus product reliability and warranty performance that arise during the greater of 1) four years or 50,000 miles from the vehicle's in-service
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    AUTO LINE. An oral hearing will be held prior to a decision being rendered. At this hearing, all evidence is admissible. You and a Lexus representative will present both sides of the case to the BBB AUTO LINE arbitrator(s). You will each be allotted time to give testimony and provide documents. Then
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    I E S AND ASSISTANCE and documents, the arbitrator(s) will review the applicable legal standards and render a decision within 10 days. BBB AUTO LINE will contact you within 10 days of scheduled compliance to ensure that Lexus has complied in a timely manner. Are there limits to the scope of BBB
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    BBB AUTO LINE is correct as of the date of printing. However, the program may be changed without notice. For the most current information, call BBB AUTO LINE at (800) 955-5100 or the Lexus Customer Satisfaction Department at (800) 255-3987. 13 O t h e r B e n e f i t s a n d A s s i s t a n c e
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    delivers world-class luxury and performance, along with an unparalleled commitment from Lexus to ensuring your satisfaction. You can be confident - as we are - that you'll enjoy owning your Lexus as much as you enjoy driving it. This section of the Owner's Manual Supplement describes the terms of
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    72 months / 70,000 miles 72 months / Unlimited miles 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 months Emission Control Warranty Performance Specific Components Defect Specific Components Performance Short-Term Defect Long-Term Defect Federal 24 months / 24,000 miles 96 months / 80,000 miles 48 months / 50
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    are made at no charge for parts and labor. Parts Replacement Any needed parts replacement will be made using new or remanufactured parts. The decision whether a part should be repaired or replaced will be made by the servicing Lexus dealership and/or Lexus. Parts scheduled to be replaced as required
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    GENERAL WARRANTY PROVISIONS W A R R A N T Y Limitations The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties or any implied warranties. Lexus does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this
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    first. Engine flywheel, oil pan, water pump, fuel pump, engine mounts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets. Transmission and Transaxle Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch cover, mounts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets. Front-Wheel Drive System Drive shaft
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    , see the section entitled "Service Procedures and Specifications - Body" in the Owner's Manual. Restraint Systems Warranty This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any seatbelt or air bag system supplied by Lexus, subject to the exceptions indicated
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    services such as engine tune-ups; replacement of fluids and filters; lubrication; cleaning and polishing; replacement of spark plugs and fuses; and replacement of worn wiper blades, brake pads/ linings and clutch linings. Vehicles With Altered Odometer Any vehicle that has ever been issued mileage
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    -Moss Warranty Act. You may also be required to use BBB AUTO LINE before seeking remedies under the "Lemon Laws" of your state. For the requirements applicable to your state, see the appropriate page of the Owner's Manual Supplement - Lemon Law Information booklet located in your glove box. 21
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    Lexus warrants that your vehicle: Was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of sale Performance Warranty coverage. Under the terms of the Emission Performance Warranty and federal regulations, Lexus service date, whichever occurs first. Additionally, components marked "8/80" in the parts
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    control system Cold start enrichment system Deceleration control system Electronic fuel injection system components - Airflow sensor - Engine control module (8/80) - Throttle body - Other components Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Air injection manifold Air injection pump Airflow control
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    hardware Malfunction indicator light and bulb (8/80) Pulleys, belts and idlers Sealing gaskets and devices Sensors, switches and valves Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System ⅷ ⅷ Evaporative Control System ⅷ ⅷ Other Parts Used in Above Systems ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR
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    responsible for performance of the required maintenance indicated in the Owner's Manual and this supplement. Lexus will not PARTS To ensure optimum performance and maintain the quality built into your vehicle's emission control systems, Lexus recommends the use of Genuine Lexus Parts when servicing
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    may make a claim under the Emission Performance Warranty. To do so, take your vehicle to an authorized Lexus dealership and present a copy of the of Lexus or the dealership. For information on how to obtain service under the Emission Defect Warranty, see page 81, "Obtaining Warranty Service." IF
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    been maintained and used in accordance with the written instructions for proper maintenance and use, Lexus will remedy the non-conformity free of charge under the terms of the Emission Performance Warranty. 5) If vehicle was used as a company car or demonstrator, check box and complete the following
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    Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emissions-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Lexus will repair your vehicle at no
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    Air Resources Board, Mobile Source Control Division, at 9528 Telstar Avenue, P.O. Box 8001, El Monte, CA 91734-8001. 29 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l WHAT IS NOT COVERED These warranty obligations do not apply to failures or noncompliance caused by: The use of replacement parts
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    on ES 300, GS 430 and LS 430 ⅷ ⅷ Air-fuel ratio sensor on ES 300 Engine control computer (engine control module) Injector on GS 430 and LS 430 Throttle body Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst) Exhaust center pipe on ES 300 Exhaust front pipe
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    responsible for performance of the required maintenance indicated in the Owner's Manual and this supplement. Lexus will not PARTS To ensure optimum performance and maintain the quality built into your vehicle's emission control systems, Lexus recommends the use of Genuine Lexus Parts when servicing
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    N T Y IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS A SMOG-CHECK TEST If your vehicle fails a smog-check test, you may make a claim under the Emission Performance Warranty. To do so, take your vehicle to an authorized Lexus dealership and present a copy of the smog-check test report. Also, take your maintenance records in
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    under "If You Need Assistance" on pages 8-10. You may also request information from or report complaints to: California Air Resources Board Mobile Source Control Division P.O. Box 8001 El Monte, CA 91734-8001 (800) 242-4450 Vehicles equipped with a California Certified Emission Control System that
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    on your vehicle are warranted by their manufacturer and not Lexus. Please refer to the tire warranty statements on the following pages. To obtain warranty service for a tire, take the tire to an authorized dealer of the tire manufacturer. (Refer to your local phone directory for dealer locations
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    stone drill, bruise, bulge, wheel spinning, snag, etc. Continued use while run flat or under acute underinflation. Improper use or operation, including (without limitation) improper inflation pressure; overloading; use of an improper rim; vehicle misalignment; tire/wheel assembly imbalance or other
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    period, the percentage of treadwear is multiplied by the owner-user's regular purchase price. Taxes, mounting, balancing and other service charges are added to this replacement price. In Canada, the tire will be adjusted by the dealership (subject always to dealer discretion) at a predetermined
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    so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty applies only to consumers actually using the tire in the United States and Canada. For warranty service outside the United States and Canada, see your local Bridgestone/Firestone distributor or retailer. Obligations under this
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    limits and at cold air pressures specified by the vehicle manufacturer for load and speed according to individual tire size, type and load capacity. It is also the owner-user's obligation to maintain proper alignment of wheels and to maintain proper balance of tire/wheel assemblies. In case
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    , including the spare. This is an important requirement for tire safety. Your vehicle tire placard or owner's manual will tell you the recommended cold air pressure. On some vehicles, the recommended front and rear tire pressures are different. Your Bridgestone or Firestone retailer will be happy
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    (psi) (14kPa) of air pressure per month, the tire, valve or wheel may be damaged. Consult your Bridgestone/Firestone tire dealer for a free inspection. Check your spare tire. Consult your vehicle owner's manual for the correct inflation and use of a temporary-use spare tire. Use valve caps to keep
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    for Safe Loading Consult your vehicle tire placard and owner's manual for the vehicle load limits, proper tire inflation and special trailer towing instructions that apply to your vehicle and tires. Never exceed the maximum load rating stamped on the sidewall of your tire or the maximum vehicle load
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    one side of the tread or flat spots in the tread may indicate a problem with the tire or vehicle. Consult your Bridgestone/Firestone retailer. Inspect your tire rims also. If you have a bent or cracked rim, it must be replaced. Tire Repairs Safety Warning Driving on an improperly repaired tire is
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    must be replaced. Any tire repair done without removing the tire from the rim is improper. Tubes, like tires, should be repaired only by a qualified tire service person. Never use a tube as a substitute for a proper repair. Safety Warning A tire's speed rating is void if the tire is repaired, re
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    /Firestone retailer or qualified tire service location only. Serious personal injury or death can result from: Failure to select the proper tire and rim. The tire must match the width and diameter requirements of the rim. For example, when mounting 16-inch diameter tires, use only 16-inch diameter
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    improving traction performance in snow and ice, requires special care with regard to braking, cornering and speed. It is important to drive with care not only on snow and ice, but on dry and wet roads as well. Braking and Cornering For front-wheel-drive vehicles, vehicle control problems can be
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    -rated touring and high-performance all-season radial tires, speed should be reduced accordingly. Follow recommendations in your owner's manual for winter tires, studs and chains. Consult your tire dealer for recommendations on stud usage and seasonal restrictions. Temporary-Use Spare Tires
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    of its design or speed rating, has unlimited capacity for speed, and a sudden tire failure can occur if a tire's speed limits are exceeded. Non-speed-rated tires are built for ordinary passenger service and should never be used for high-speed driving. Even speed-rated tires may not be driven at
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    Actual tire speed and performance capability depend on factors such as inflation pressure, load, tire condition, wear and driving conditions. tire manufacturer's option, include a "ZR" in the size designation (example: P275/40ZR17). If a service description is not included, the tire manufacturer
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    under specific, controlled conditions. While these tests relate to performance on the road under those conditions, remember that real-life driving is rarely identical to any test conditions. Your tire's actual speed capability may be less than its rated speed, since it is affected by factors such as
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    on the vehicle. Vehicle alignment should be checked if irregular wear is evident. Use the vehicle manufacturer's recommended pattern for rotation or, if not provided, use the following: Rearand FourWheel Drive FrontWheel Drive FRONT Tire Storage Tires should be stored indoors in a cool, dry
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    department at (800) 356-4644. In Canada, call (800) 267-1318. Additional information about the care and service of automobile tires is available from: Rubber Manufacturers Association 1400 K Street NW Washington, D.C. 20005 or Rubber Association of Canada 89 Queensway West, Suite 308 Mississauga
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    . Eligibility This warranty is extended to the first retail purchaser for use of the vehicle. Replacement Cost No Charge Pro Rata If, during the tire at a cost calculated in the following manner: 1. Either your original buying price substantiated by invoice or the dealer's current selling price
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    tire has delivered its original useable tread life and there is no warranty regardless of the tire's age or mileage. Tires checking for tires tires used in any applications not recommended by the vehicle manufacturer or used in commercial applications. Over-the-highway tires used in off-road service
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    or dry or liquid balancers, or for which anything other than air has been used as the supporting medium. Tires rendered unserviceable by road hazard-type damage such as impact breaks, punctures, cuts and snags. Tires rendered unserviceable as a result of obstruction on the vehicle, accident, theft
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    ⅷ ⅷ price differential involved in replacing the adjusted tire with a more expensive tire of different construction. Except for tires that become unserviceable during the first two thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32") of treadwear, you must pay all applicable taxes and all charges for dealer services
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    . Do Maintain Proper Inflation Pressure in Your Tires Proper inflation pressure is necessary for optimum tire performance, safety and fuel economy. To maintain proper inflation pressure, frequently check tires (when they are cool) with an accurate tire pressure gauge. For example, it is difficult
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    's manual to determine the load limits. Overloading your vehicle places stress on your tires and other critical vehicle components. Overloading can cause tire failure. Overloading a vehicle can also cause poor handling and increase fuel consumption. Never fit tires that have less load capacity than
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    checking. Use a mild soap solution to clean sidewalls and white striping or lettering, and rinse off with plain water. Instruct service personnel never to apply any other materials to enhance sidewall appearance. These may degrade the rubber and remove inherent ozone resistance. Do Check Your Tires
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    Safety warning: Serious injury may result from explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting procedures. Follow tire manufacturer's instructions and match tire diameter to rim diameter. Mount light-truck radials on rims approved for radial service. Do not apply bead sealer, as this can
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    tires with differing speed ratings. When replacing tires, always consult vehicleand rim-manufacturer requirements for safety. Use of lift kits and some vehicle/tire combinations can cause instability. When changing sizes, carefully check vehicle/tire clearances. Do Maintain Vehicle Suspension, Wheel
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    any reason. Dunlop speed ratings and U.S. Department of Transportation test compliance certifications are voided for re-treaded tires. Additional Information For additional information, see the Consumer Tire Guide published by the Tire Industry Safety Council, P.O. Box 1801, Washington, D.C. 20013
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    is lower, plus the full federal excise tax applicable to the replacement tire. If the price of Any new Goodyear highway radial auto or light-truck tire covered by this limited warranty that is removed from service due to a material- or workmanship-related condition (subject to the limitations on
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    manual for tire inflation and maintenance recommendations. Wheel alignment should be checked at the first sign of uneven tire wear. If your owner's manual does not recommend a rotation pattern, below are recommended tire rotation patterns for radial tires used on passenger cars and light trucks. Use
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    caused by damaged wheels or any vehicle condition. Temporary spare tires used on vehicles used for racing or on passenger cars used for special applications, such as police pursuit service. ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ Any tire that, after leaving a Goodyear factory, has been intentionally altered to change its
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    the specifications in your owner's manual or on the tire placard in your vehicle. Explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting. Only specially trained persons should mount tires. Radial tires must be mounted on approved rims. ⅷ ⅷ Caution Regarding Tire Spinning On slippery surfaces such
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    used in normal service on the vehicle on which they were originally fitted in accordance with the safety and maintenance recommendations herein, Michelin passenger-car and light-truck tires certificate or tire sales invoice. If tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair. Flat spotting and other problems
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    any other services is payable by the user. Making a Claim To make a claim under the terms of this warranty, present the tire to a participating Michelin retailer. To locate a participating retailer, check the Yellow Pages under "Tire Dealers - Retail." The vehicle on which the tire was used should
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    , Attention: Consumer Relations Department, P.O. Box 19001, Greenville, SC 29602. Conditions and Exclusions Unless limited by state law, this warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time, loss of vehicle use, inconvenience or consequential damages. Tires presented for claim remain the
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    , do not spin wheels excessively. With automatic transmission vehicles, accelerating the motor excessively under such conditions can cause one of the drive tires to spin beyond its speed capacity. Accelerating the engine to spin a wheel when attempting to balance a drive tire/wheel assembly can also
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    not properly maintained. Pressures should be checked when tires are cold; in other words, before they have been driven on. Driving, even for a short distance, causes tires to heat up and air pressure to increase. Checking Pressure When Tires Are Hot When tires have been driven for more than three
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    a tire or wheel after driving at high speed, replace with a spare and see a Michelin tire retailer tire destruction and rapid air loss. This could lead to a loss of vehicle control. In any case, you should not exceed reasonable speed as indicated by driving conditions and legal limits. Speed Ratings
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    (as indicated on the vehicle tire placard or in the vehicle owner's manual). If replacement tires have lower speed ratings, the speed capability of the vehicle will be reduced to the maximum speed capability of the lowest-rated replacement tire. Remember: High-speed driving can be dangerous and may
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    not overloaded, follow the loading instructions of the vehicle manufacturer. Tires loaded beyond their maximum allowable load for a particular application will build up excessive heat that may result in sudden tire destruction. Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your vehicle
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    tire size and pressure. Tire size and pressure will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch used, but in no case should the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be exceeded. Check your vehicle tire placard and owner's manual for further recommendations about towing. Wheel
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    manual for your vehicle, Michelin recommends inspecting your tires every 6,000 to 8,000 miles and rotating tires at the first sign of uneven wear. This recommendation applies to both front-wheel-drive and rear-wheel-drive vehicles. Note: Tires tire with a speed rating of H, V, W, Y or Z. Tire
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    -wheel repairs or plug-only repairs should not be made. They may cause further tire damage because the repair may not be air-tight and/or the plug may fail. Storage Tires should surface, replenishing this protection throughout the normal use of the tire. When tires sit outdoors unused for a month or
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    free from foreign material. Have your tire retailer check the wheels before mounting new tires. Mismatched tires and rims can explode during mounting. Also, mismatched tires and rims can result in tire failure on the road. If a tire is mounted on the wrong-sized rim, do not remount it on the proper
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    long trips, and always when tires are cold. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tires. Do not overload your tires. Drive at moderate speed and observe legal speed limits. Avoid driving over potholes, obstacles, curbs and edges of pavement. Avoid excessive tire spinning. If you see any damage
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    , mileage at time of service and a description of service performed and/or parts installed. For your convenience, maintenance logs are included in the "Maintenance Information" section of this supplement. If you sell your vehicle, you should give your maintenance records to the new owner. Lexus will
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    of any particular brand of replacement parts. However, Lexus recommends using only Genuine Lexus Parts when you need to replace a part on your vehicle. Like all Lexus products, Genuine Lexus Parts are built to the highest standards of quality, durability and performance. They are also designed to
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    retail price and warranted labor at a geographically appropriate hourly rate multiplied by Lexus' recommended time allowance for the repair. If your vehicle requires emergency repair, Lexus assumes no liability for subsequent failures caused by improper repairs or the use of non-Genuine Lexus Parts
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    your Lexus requires ongoing general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. These procedures are described in the "Maintenance" section of the Owner's Manual. With proper maintenance and care, your vehicle will last longer and deliver more dependable, economical performance. Follow
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    , mileage at time of service and a description of service and/or parts installation performed. The maintenance logs in this booklet are a good place to record this information. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to give your maintenance records to the new owner. Lexus will not deny a warranty claim
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    A N C E To ensure that your vehicle receives first-quality service and factory-authorized parts, Lexus recommends having maintenance performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. Lexus dealership technicians are experts in the maintenance and repair of Lexus vehicles. They stay current on the latest
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    of 1,250 miles per month. If you drive more than 1,250 miles per month, you should obtain maintenance at the indicated mileage interval rather than the indicated time interval. If you choose 5,000-mile intervals, follow the maintenance instructions shown below non-shaded headings such as this
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    . These conditions are listed in the next column. You should perform the additional maintenance services if you drive primarily under any of these conditions during the maintenance interval period. If you drive only occasionally under these conditions during the maintenance interval period, it
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    that you can perform yourself, see the "Service Procedures and Specifications" section of your Owner's Manual. Air Conditioner Filter Replace as directed at the maintenance interval you choose. Refer to your Owner's Manual for service details. Ball Joints and Dust Covers Check the suspension and
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    for cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. Re-torque the drive shaft flange bolts at the indicated intervals. A qualified technician should perform these operations. Engine Air Filter Check for damage, excessive wear and oiliness. Replace
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    and loose or leaking connections. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Change the oil filter and replace the engine oil. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to your Owner's Manual. Engine Valve Clearance Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and
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    While driving the vehicle, check for proper operation of engine, transmission, brakes and steering. Also check for abnormal noise or vibration from any part of the vehicle. Spark Plugs Tires should be rotated according to the instructions in your Owner's Manual. When rotating tires, check for
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    and includes a body/chassis inspection, a check for fluid leaks and a vehicle road test. The second service is at 5,000 miles/4 months or 7,500 miles/ 6 months, depending on which maintenance interval you use. This service includes a change of the engine oil and oil filter, rotation of the tires and
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    /drums and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 7,500 Miles or 6 Months ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test
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    Replace air conditioner filter (ES 3001, GS models5) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Inspect engine air filter ❏ Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body ❏ Replace differential oil4 4 5 Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage:
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    drive shaft flange bolts Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 22,500 Miles or 18 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models, IS 300)5 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Rotate
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    lines and connections, fuel ___tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission fluid 4 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test
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    and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 37,500 Miles or 30 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil
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    N C E 45,000 Miles or 36 Months 45,000 Miles or 36 Months ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (ES 300, GS models, IS 300)5 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body (see
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    body ____Steering linkage and boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 52,500 Miles or 42 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models)5 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter
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    band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission fluid 1 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace spark plugs (GS 300, IS 300)7 ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 101
    /drums and brake pads/discs Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 67,500 Miles or 54 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models, IS 3005) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 102
    N A N C E 75,000 Miles or 60 Months 75,000 Miles or 60 Months ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (ES 300, GS models6) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body (see page
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 103
    body ____Steering linkage and boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 82,500 Miles or 66 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models)5 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 104
    filter (ES 3001, GS models6, IS 300, LS 430) ❏ Replace brake fluid ❏ Replace engine air filter ❏ Replace engine coolant ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body (see page 117) ____Brake lines and hoses ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs ____Differential oil
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 105
    and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 97,500 Miles or 78 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 106
    ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (ES 3001, GS models5) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body ____Brake lines and hoses ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 107
    and body ____Steering linkage and boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 112,500 Miles or 90 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models, IS 300)5 ❏ Replace engine oil
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 108
    ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission fluid 4 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Replace spark ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle plugs6 ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 109
    and brake pads/discs ____Drive shaft boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 127,500 Miles or 102 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 110
    Replace air conditioner filter (ES 3001, GS models5, IS 3005) ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test vehicle ❏ Inspect the following: ____Ball joints and dust covers ____Body ____Brake lines and hoses ____Brake linings/drums and brake pads
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 111
    and body ____Steering linkage and boots Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ 142,500 Miles or 114 Months ❏ Inspect air conditioner filter (ES 300)1 ❏ Replace air conditioner filter (GS models)5 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 112
    lines and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor ____vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket ____Rack and pinion assembly ____Steering linkage and boots ____Transmission fluid 3 ❏ Replace engine oil and oil filter ❏ Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts ❏ Rotate tires ❏ Road test
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 113
    BODY INSPECTION LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 15,000 Miles or 12 Months Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Technician: Indicate where attention is needed by marking "x" in appropriate spots on diagram. 112 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 114
    BODY INSPECTION LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 30,000 Miles or 24 Months Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Technician: Indicate where attention is needed by marking "x" in appropriate spots on diagram. 113 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 115
    BODY INSPECTION LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 45,000 Miles or 36 Months Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Technician: Indicate where attention is needed by marking "x" in appropriate spots on diagram. 114 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 116
    BODY INSPECTION LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 60,000 Miles or 48 Months Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Technician: Indicate where attention is needed by marking "x" in appropriate spots on diagram. 115 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 117
    BODY INSPECTION LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 75,000 Miles or 60 Months Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Technician: Indicate where attention is needed by marking "x" in appropriate spots on diagram. 116 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 118
    BODY INSPECTION LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 90,000 Miles or 72 Months Dealer Service Verification Date: _____ Mileage: _____ Technician: Indicate where attention is needed by marking "x" in appropriate spots on diagram. 117 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 119
    V E H I C L E I D E N T I F I C AT I O N M A I N T E N A N C E Model _____ Body style _____ In-service date _____ Mileage at delivery _____ Selling dealership _____ Selling dealership phone number _____ Key number _____ Vehicle identification number _____ 118 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 120
    NOTES M A I N T E N A N C E _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ 119 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 121
    NOTES M A I N T E N A N C E _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ 120 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g s
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 122
    or P.O. Box Apt. or suite number City State Zip code Home phone number E-mail address: Work phone number Extension Social Security Number (optional; for Lexus customer reference only) This information is obtained solely for the use of Lexus Division, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Lexus
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 123
  • 2001 Lexus GS 300 | Owners Manual - Page 124
    or P.O. Box Apt. or suite number City State Zip code Home phone number E-mail address: Work phone number Extension Social Security Number (optional; for Lexus customer reference only) This information is obtained solely for the use of Lexus Division, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Lexus
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2001 Lexus Owner’s Manual Supplement
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