1997 Lexus ES 300 1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving

1997 Lexus ES 300 Manual

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  • 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1997 ES300 - Starting and Driving - Page 1
    AND DRIVING 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 Electronic modulated suspension Traction control system Brake system Brake
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    . S Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level; running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, creating an excessive load on the three-way catalytic converter. S Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 minutes. S Avoid racing the engine. S Do not push-start or pull
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    holes or loose connections. The system should be checked from time to time. If you hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately. S Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed area except for the time needed to drive the vehicle in or out. The
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    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it. 2 Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all doors. 5. Fasten seat belts. Remember to check that the service
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    STARTING AND DRIVING If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the driver's door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key. PARKING BRAKE "LOCK" - Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The ignition key can be removed only at this position. You must push in the key
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    the engine runs for about 10 seconds, you are ready to drive. NOTICE S Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring system. S Do not race a cold engine. S If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately
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    displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) 2: Position for engine braking L: Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position  Lock
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    transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the "2" and "L" positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice "  "P" (Park) position  "N" (Neutral) position 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to start the engine
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    STARTING AND DRIVING "  On  Off 2. Set the overdriving pattern switch to the ON position. Always set the overdrive switch to the ON position to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. (See "(b) Using engine braking" and "(f) Good driving practice" for exceptions.) "  Brake pedal  "D" (Drive)
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    Turn off the overdrive switch. This is effective only when you are driving in the "D" position.) The "O/D OFF" indicator light in the instrument cluster will come on and the transmission will downshift to the third gear and engine braking will be obtained. When the cruise control is being used, even
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    STARTING AND DRIVING  Shift into the "L" position. The transmission will downshift to the first gear when the vehicle speed is lower than 55 km/h (34 mph) and maximum engine braking will be applied. (c) Using the "2" and "L" positions The "2" and "L" positions are used for strong engine braking as
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    STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Backing up (e) Parking "  Brake pedal  "R" (Reverse) position 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. "  Brake pedal  Parking brake pedal  "P" (Park) position 1. Bring
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    other parts. S Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear. S Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels S If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider
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    STARTING AND DRIVING (h) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift the selector lever from "P" position even thought the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector
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    STARTING AND DRIVING Turning on the system Setting at a desired speed To operate the cruise control, push the main switch. Thus turns the system on. The indicator light again, push the main switch again to turn it off. The transmission must be in "D" before you set the cruise control speed. Bring
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    STARTING AND DRIVING Cancelling the preset speed You can cancel the preset speed by either of the following: a. Pulling the control lever i the "CANCEL" direction. b. Depressing the brake checked by your Lexus control on, engine braking will not km/h (1 mph) each time by pressing the control lever
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    STARTING AND DRIVING Cruise control failure warning If the "CRUISE" indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes five times and then goes out when using the cruise control, it means there is trouble in the cruise control system. Contact your Lexus dealer. ELECTRONIC MODULATED SUSPENSION This
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    "TRAC OFF" switch a second time turns the system back on and extingusihes the "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light. You may hear a slight clicking noise in the engine compartment when the engine is started. This means that the traction control system is in the self-check mode, and does not indicate
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    STARTING AND DRIVING Traction control failure warning If hte "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light flashes, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. There may be trouble in the traction control system. BRAKE SYSTEM The tandem master cylinder brake system is hydraulic system with two separate
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    from the vehicle in front of you. Compared with vehicles not fitted with an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may require a longer stopping distance in the following cases: S Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads. S Driving with tire chains installed. S Driving on roads where the
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    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 comse on while driving. Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will
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    as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snow-covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires. S Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting and driving
Three–way catalytic converter
128
Engine exhaust caution
129
Before starting the engine
130
Ignition switch with steering lock
130
Parking brake
131
How to start the engine
132
Automatic transmission
133
Cruise control
140
Electronic modulated suspension
143
Traction control system
144
Brake system
145
Brake pad wear limit indicators
147
Types of tires
148