2005 Lexus LS 430 Owners Manual
2005 Lexus LS 430 Manual
2005 Lexus LS 430 manual content summary:
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quick reference guide provides you with information on Dynamic Radar/Laser Cruise Control Vehicle-to- Vehicle Distance Control Mode. Prior to use of this system, you should be thoroughly familiar with this system, referring to "Dynamic Radar/Laser Cruise Control" in Section 3-1, Owner's Manual in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 2
well as measuring the vehicle-to-vehicle distance. The detection range of the sensor is about 120 m (400 ft.) ahead. F If no vehicle is If this occurs, the multi-information display flashes and beeps. (Approach warning) The dynamic radar cruise control should be used on roads in which sufficient - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 3
"6" (sixth range), "5" (fifth range) or "4" (fourth range) position. Even if these requirements are met, the system may not operate properly under certain conditions such as bad weather. See "Owner's Manual" for details. See Owner's Manual for Complete Information. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 2 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 4
. If necessary, depress the brake pedal to ensure sufficient distance. F Dynamic radar cruise control should not be used in the following conditions: D In bad weather (such as rain, fog, snow, sandstorms) D Raindrops or snowflakes get in the millimeter wave radar sensor or the grille cover D On the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 5
of your rear seats, or is sensor automatically detects dirt if it is sticking to the front of the sensor or grille is not in use. F The approach wheel maneuvering, position in the lane), vehicles in other lanes or surrounding objects will be detected. See Owner's Manual for Complete Information - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 6
-information display. Warning message D "Clean Radar Sensor" D "Cruise not Available" D "Check Cruise System" Owner's Manual". J Approach Warning Dynamic radar cruise control and approach warning do not operate when the vehicle ahead is at a stop or is driving much slower than your vehicle. Use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 7
, see Section 3-1 in the "Owner's Manual". F Setting Push the "ON-OFF" button to turn on the system. The "CRUISE" indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on and "RADAR READY" appears on the multi-information display. Depress the accelerator or brake pedal to attain the desired speed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 8
decrements of 5 mph (for U.S.A.) or 5 km/h (for Canada). Release the control lever when the multi-information display shows the desired preset speed. Using the accelerator and brake pedals: When using the accelerator pedal, you need to cancel the preset speed once. Depress the accelerator or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 9
: "Long", "Middle" or "Short". Each time you push the "DISP2" switch briefly, the setting changes from "Long" to "Middle" to "Short" and then back to "Long". You can confirm the setting on the multi-information display. See Owner's Manual for Complete Information. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 8 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 10
fixed speeds. For the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, see Section 3-1 in the "Owner's Manual". F Changing to the conventional (fixed speed) control mode Push the "ON-OFF" button to turn on the system. The "CRUISE" indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on and "RADAR READY - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 11
well as measuring the vehicle-to-vehicle distance. The detection range of the sensor is about 120 m (400 ft.) ahead. F If no vehicle is this occurs, the multi-information display flashes and beeps. (Approach warning) The dynamic laser cruise control should be used on roads in which sufficient - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 12
selector lever is in the "D", "6" (sixth range), "5" (fifth range) or "4" (fourth range) position. Even if these requirements are met, the system may not operate properly under certain conditions such as bad weather. See "Owner's Manual" for details. See Owner's Manual for Complete Information. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 13
, depress the brake pedal to ensure sufficient distance. F Dynamic laser cruise control should not be used in the following conditions: D In bad weather (such as rain, fog, snow, sandstorms) D In direct sunlight from the front D Raindrops or snowflakes get in the laser radar sensor glass D On - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 14
reflectors on the vehicle ahead, or reflectors are not installed on the vehicle ahead or are damaged. D Heavy luggage is loaded in your trunk or on top of your rear seats, or is raising up the nose of your vehicle. F The laser radar sensor automatically detects dirt if dirt is sticking to the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 15
-information display. Warning message D "Clean Radar Sensor" D "Cruise not Available" D "Check Cruise System" Owner's Manual". J Approach Warning Dynamic laser cruise control and approach warning do not operate when the vehicle ahead is at a stop or is driving much slower than your vehicle. Use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 16
, see Section 3-1 in the "Owner's Manual". F Setting Push the "ON-OFF" button to turn on the system. The "CRUISE" indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on and "RADAR READY" appears on the multi-information display. Depress the accelerator or brake pedal to attain the desired speed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 17
decrements of 5 mph (for U.S.A.) or 5 km/h (for Canada). Release the control lever when the multi-information display shows the desired preset speed. Using the accelerator and brake pedals: When using the accelerator pedal, you need to cancel the preset speed once. Depress the accelerator or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 18
lever upward in the "+RES" direction while "RADAR READY" shows up on the multi-information display and at a vehicle speed of about more than 40 km/h (25 mph), to "Middle" to "Short" and then back to "Long". You can confirm the setting on the multi-information display. See Owner's Manual for Complete - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 19
fixed speeds. For the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, see Section 3-1 in the "Owner's Manual". F Changing to the conventional (fixed speed) control mode Push the "ON-OFF" button to turn on the system. The "CRUISE" indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on and "RADAR READY - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 20
GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Select premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher for optimum engine performance. However, if such premium type cannot be obtained, you may temporarily use given below to the front tires and rear tires, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 21
striving toward ever greater quality. This Owner's Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring. When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle very well and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 22
. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1−6 of this Owner's Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can provide to you and your family in the event of an accident. Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 23
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS Event data recorder Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 24
to make sure the specified maintenance is performed. Section 5 of this Owner's Manual gives details of these maintenance requirements. Included in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Owner's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance". iv - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 25
multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, dynamic radar/laser cruise control system, anti−lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. v - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 26
best condition. SECTION 6 − SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Simple maintenance procedure and service data are provided here for your reference should you wish to perform inspection and maintenance yourself. INDEX The page number is listed for each item in the Owner's Manual so that you can - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 27
see a circle with a slash through it. This means "Do not", "Do not do this", or "Do not let this happen". Your Lexus Owner 's Manual provides you with a considerable amount of information. To use this information most effectively, please take the time to familiarize yourself with the contents and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 28
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL viii - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 29
PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL (Vehicles with navigation system) 00L258 1 2 Power window switches ...64 Shoulder anchor control switch ...171 3 4 Driving position memory switch ...220 Door lock switch ...48 ix - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 30
rear view mirror defogger switch ...63 Clock ...116 Lexus park assist system/Rear view monitor/ Navigation system display (See "Navigation System Owner's Manual") ...317/324 Outside temperature display ...117 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ...85 Center vents ...253 Emergency flasher - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 31
PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL (Vehicles without navigation system) 00L259 1 2 Power window switches ...64 Shoulder anchor control switch ...171 3 4 Driving position memory switch ...220 Door lock switch ...48 xi - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 32
Front Lighting System cancel switch ...56 Trunk lid opener ...144 Parking brake ...305 Hood opener ...142 Lexus park assist system switch ...317 Parking brake release lever ...305 Fuel filler door opener ...146 Coin box ...127 Power rear view mirror control switches ...231 For detailed information - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 33
PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Vehicles sold in U. S. A.) 00L186a xiii - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 34
...85 ODO/TRIP RESET button ...82 Discharge warning light ...86 Driver's seat belt reminder light ...85 Odometer and trip meter ...82 Multi− information display ...90 Anti−lock brake system warning light ...87 Traction control system OFF indicator light ...364 Snow mode indicator light ...316 Key - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 35
PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Vehicles sold in Canada) 00L187a xv - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 36
ODO/TRIP RESET button ...82 Discharge warning light ...86 Driver's seat belt reminder light ...85 Odometer and trip meter ...82 Multi−information display ...90 Anti−lock brake system warning light ...87 Traction control system OFF indicator light ...364 Snow mode indicator light ...316 Key indicator - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 37
Rear air conditioning control switches ...255 Cupholders ...126 Rear electric sunshade switch . . 137 Rear seat heater switches ...69 Rear climate control seat switches ...72 Audio rear control switches ...288 00L254 For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section. xvii - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 38
PICTORIAL INDEX SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL 1 2 3 Tilt and telescopic steering adjustment switch ...228 Seat cushion length control switch ...157 Seat position, seat cushion angle and height control switch ...157, 159 Seatback angle and head restraint control switch ...158, 165 Lumbar support control - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 39
VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Fuel filler door ...146 Rear window defogger ...63 Trunk lid ...143 Moon roof ...148 Windshield wiper and washer ...58, 503 Outside rear view mirror ...230 Door ...46 Tire and wheel ...469 Headlight ...54, 505 Hood ...142 00L191b 8 9 10 For detailed information, refer to the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 40
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Driver's seat ...Steering wheel ...Automatic transmission ...Headlight and turn signal switch ...Windshield wiper switch ...2 3 4 6 7 1 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 41
QUICK REFERENCE 1. DRIVER'S SEAT Seat adjustment Seat cushion length Seat position Seat cushion angle Seat cushion height Head restraint height Seatback angle Upper lumbar support Lower lumbar support Head restraint angle 00L139 2 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 42
QUICK REFERENCE 2. STEERING WHEEL D TILT STEERING COLUMN D TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN 00L192 00L193 To tilt the steering column up or down to the desired angle, push the control switch in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 43
starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (Shifting into overdrive possible) S: "S" mode driving +: -: Upshifting Downshifting 00L189 K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the "ON" position.) 4 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 44
NOTE: Vehicles with the cruise control: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" or "6" (sixth range) to "5" (fifth range), or "D" or "5" (fifth range) to "4" (fourth range), engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For vehicle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 45
flasher 00L102a D TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Right or left turn With the engine started and parking brake released Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn on. Headlights also turn on 00L101a at full intensity. Automatic light control 00L103a Lane change (Right or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 46
QUICK REFERENCE 5. WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH Variable intermittent wipers Rain−sensing windshield wipers Mist wiper operation Mist wiper operation Intermittent operation Automatic operation Low speed operation Low speed operation High speed operation High speed operation Washer on Washer on - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 47
QUICK REFERENCE 8 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 48
SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and doors 1-1 10 17 20 36 46 50 Keys ...Engine immobilizer system ...Smart key system ...Wireless remote control ...Doors ...Theft deterrent system ... 9 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 49
smart key system. Before you use these keys, be sure to read "Smart key system" on Using a mechanical key 1 Lock switch 2 Mechanical key When you use the mechanical key included on the side of the smart key, slide the lock switch in the arrow direction and pull the key as shown. To put the key back - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 50
your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Lexus dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key number and storing it in make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. Insert your flat key plates in its key case - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 51
switch. The flashing security indicator light goes out. This means the engine immobilizer system is automatically canceled. (For details, see "Engine immobilizer system" on page 17.) When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following precautions: D When starting the engine, do - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 52
KEYS AND DOORS 11L221 11L241a D When starting the engine, do not use the key in proximity with other transponder keys (including the flat key and keys of key or flat keys in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer. D Do not use the key or engine start flat key with electromagnetic materials. 13 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 53
or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Lexus dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key number and for the engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and valet keys. These chips are required for the system to function correctly, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 54
KEYS AND DOORS Flat key Starting the engine using a flat key 11g039c 11L050a As a transponder chip is built in its key case, you can start the engine with this key. The flat key works in every lock. A transponder chip for the engine immobilizer system has been placed in the key case of the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 55
. Doing so may prevent the engine from starting, or may cause the engine to stop soon after it starts. D When starting the engine, do not use the key in proximity with other transponder keys (including the flat key and keys of other vehicles), and do not press other key plates against - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 56
not put the key or flat key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer. D Do not use the key or flat key with electromagnetic materials. The engine immobilizer system is a theft prevention system. When you enter the vehicle carrying a smart key and push the ignition switch, the electronic code in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 57
key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for you. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. Deactivation using the key NOTICE Do not modify, remove or disassemble the engine immobilizer - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 58
additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for you. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine IN JAPAN FCC ID: MOZRI−15HTY MADE IN JAPAN This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 59
steering lock" on page 299. If the smart key battery is discharged, the smart key system cannot be used. Use the mechanical key integrated into the smart key by inserting it in the door keyhole to lock or unlock doors and into the trunk lid - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 60
to start the engine.) z Alarms and warning messages Your Lexus is equipped with alarms inside and outside, as well as warning messages in the multi −information display, that remind you if there is a problem involving the smart key system. Cases which are expected to happen frequently are shown in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 61
the selector lever in the "P" position, and then the smart key is carried outside of the vehicle. Inside alarm: One chime Outside alarm: 3 beeps Multi−information display: "Key is not Detected" See page 100 for details. "When you attempted to lock the door(s) with the smart key still in the vehicle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 62
KEYS AND DOORS 11L232b "When you lock the smart key in the trunk or attempt to lock a door which is not completely closed. Outside alarm: One beep (sounds for 10 seconds) See page 27 and 32 for details. 23 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 63
KEYS AND DOORS Outside warning alarm None Multi−information warning message display None Reference page 47 Inside warning alarm Chimes Causes You opened a door without turning off the ignition switch. You opened a door without - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 64
KEYS AND DOORS Locking the doors with smart key system INFORMATION D When locking the doors, be sure to left in the effective range of the smart key system in the vehicle, the doors cannot be unlocked using the smart key system. In this case, use the wireless remote function to unlock the doors. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 65
KEYS AND DOORS The doors cannot be locked using the smart key system in the following conditions: INFORMATION D Do not put a smart key on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the glove box or auxiliary box near the selector lever, which falls outside of the effective range of the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 66
KEYS AND DOORS 11L234a 11L235b "Ignition on/off reminder alarm If you push the lock button on the outside door handle without turning off the ignition switch, an alarm sounds for 2 seconds and the doors will not lock. Before you push the lock button, make sure the ignition switch is in the "LOCK" - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 67
the "ACC" or "ON" position. For further information, see "Interior lights" on page 112. You have be automatically locked again. The smart key system can be used to unlock the door(s) without being inserted into on page 233.) When you take hold of the back side of the outside door handle on the door - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 68
INFORMATION D When unlocking the door(s), be sure to take hold of the back the effective range of the smart key system, the door(s) may not unlock. D If a large amount of applied to the outside door handle during heavy rain or a car wash, and someone carrying a smart key is near the vehicle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 69
the doors, to the doors on the side closest to the smart key, and then back to the door on which you take hold of the outside door handle. After setting, a tone sounds and the multi−information display shows which setting is selected. Outside the vehicle, one beep sounds when a door is - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 70
KEYS AND DOORS INFORMATION If you get in the vehicle from the driver's door using a smart key while the side you get out from the vehicle. In this case, perform unlocking operation again after 5 seconds. Unlocking the trunk lid with smart key system 11L236b When you push the trunk button on the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 71
KEYS AND DOORS INFORMATION D If you close the trunk lid while a smart key is left in the trunk, an alarm should be activated. However, if the key is outside the trunk, an alarm still might be activated if the key is near the trunk. However, if you have the key, there is no problem. 11L237b 32 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 72
carrying the smart key. (b) Perform a wireless remote control operation. (c) Insert and turn the key in the keyhole of the door. INFORMATION D To maintain communication with the vehicle, smart keys (including master keys) use built−in battery power. The battery service life is about 1 to 3 years - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 73
AND DOORS Deactivating the smart key system INFORMATION The smart key system will be deactivated in the following cases button, the smart key system will be deactivated. Pushing the button again will reactivate the system. When the smart key system is deactivated, use a mechanical key or wireless - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 74
, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 75
and opening the windows and moon roof 6 Unlocking the trunk lid NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated as vehicle theft deterrent measure in case of the loss of the wireless remote control function key. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. When you operate any button on the key, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 76
. In case of the vehicle not equipped with smart key system, up to 4 master keys are available. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information. The wireless remote control function key is an electronic component. Observe the following instructions in order not to cause damage to the key. D Do - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 77
position. For further information, see "Interior lights" on page 112. You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock feature.*** If a door . *** The time before automatic re−locking can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. Even if the "LOCK" or "UNLOCK" button is - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 78
beep sounds. This function does not work when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. NOTE: * The operation method can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. INFORMATION The volume of the smart key system alarm is not adjustable. 39 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 79
moon roof The windows and moon roof can be operated using a wireless remote control key from outside the vehicle.* NOTE: * The windows can be deactivated. The moon roof can be set to slide open or tilt up or deactivated. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 11L239 " 1 Type A 2 Type B When you keep - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 80
, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 81
Replacing the battery (Type A) We recommend that you have the battery replaced by your Lexus dealer to prevent the key from being damaged. When you replace the battery, prepare with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer. D Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. 42 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 82
KEYS AND DOORS 11L228 11L162 1. While sliding the lock switch using your finger, remove the cover on the side of the key using a special screwdriver. 3. Pull the battery base out of the module using a special screwdriver. 11L226 11L163 2. Remove the module from the main frame. 4. Remove the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 83
with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer. D Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. NOTICE Take care not to damage or bend the battery base when installing. 7. Install the module into the main frame. 8. Install the cover back on the side of the key by sliding it - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 84
Remove the module from the key frame. D Take care not to lose the screws and O−ring. 5. Install the lid with the 2 screws. NOTICE 11L030−1 Take care not to damage or bend the O−ring when installing. 6. Install the module into the key frame and secure the cover with the screw. 7. When pushing any - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 85
and closed from outside the vehicle using the key. For details, see "Power window switches" on page 64 and "Moon roof" on page 148. Locking with key 11L227 " 1 Type A 2 Type B 3 Lock 4 Unlock Turn the key towards the front of the vehicle to lock and towards the back to unlock. The doors lock - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 86
front door is open and the key is in the ignition. For the vehicles equipped with the smart key system, are in the vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver front doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Lexus strongly recommends - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 87
is moved out of "P" position and the brake pedal is held off your foot, this function is enabled. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 11L367 " 1 Lock switch on the front side. (For details, see "Outer foot lights" on page 233.) The same switch is also found on the front passenger's side. However - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 88
KEYS AND DOORS Door closer (some models) If any door is closed but does not latch shut, it automatically closes completely. This system is equipped on all the doors and will activate regardless of the ignition switch position. Pulling the door handle will cancel the door closer, allowing - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 89
blows the horn intermittently, flashes the headlights, tail lights, turn signal lights using an ignition key or wireless remote control or smart key system, the tail lights turn on for about 2 seconds to inform you that the system was activated. Setting the system In the case of the smart key system - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 90
unlock any door using an ignition key, wireless remote control or smart key system, the system is cancelled. If you unlock any door with the wireless remote control or smart key system, the turn signals flash twice.* NOTE: * The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your Lexus dealer for details - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 91
D Unlocking any door or trunk without using an ignition key, wireless remote control or smart key system. D Opening the hood forcibly. D system is activated when the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Lexus - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 92
...Fog light switch ...Windshield wiper and washer switch ...Headlight cleaner switch ...Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch ...Power window switches ...Emergency flasher switch ...Seat heater switches ...Climate control seat switches ...Refreshing rear seat switches ... 53 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 93
headlights are on, the headlight be a case that the headlights do not turn on immediately, manually to the second clickstop to turn on the headlights immediately. When the headlight daytime even when the headlight switch is turned to Headlights also turn on. THIRD CLICKSTOP ("AUTO"): The headlights - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 94
SWITCHES Daytime Running Light System The headlights turn on at reduced intensity when the parking brake is released with the wireless remote control key turns off the headlights. NOTE: * The time before turning off the lights can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. When setting the knob - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 95
by your Lexus dealer. 12L179 Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) provides the proper headlight beam level according to the current driving conditions. This system moves the headlight beam left or right according to the turning angle of the steering wheel. The - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 96
back for low beam. For the headlight flasher, pull it further back. A blue light in the instrument cluster indicates high beam or headlight flasher is on. The headlight flasher works even when the headlight faster than normal, it indicates that the front or rear turn signal bulb has burned out - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 97
lever to the "ON" position. They will come on only when the headlights are on low beam. When the fog lights are on, the indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. " 1 Interval adjuster 2 Washer on To turn the wipers on, move the lever down until you reach the desired speed setting. The - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 98
with the interval adjuster twisted down to the lowest position. NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated. Ask your Lexus dealer for information display when the fluid level in the tank becomes very low. For information on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" on page 503. When the headlights - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 99
The wiper speed is determined by the vehicle speed and the amount of raindrops and sunlight detected by the automatic wiper control sensor. Twist the automatic control adjuster in the "-" direction to lower the sensitivity, and the "+" direction to boost the sensitivity. 12L247 " 1 Automatic - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 100
and move the wiper lever down in the "AUTO" position. Even with the wiper lever in the "AUTO" position, the system will switch to intermittent operations if the system malfunctions. The system will turn off if the windshield gets extremely hot (at more than 80_C or 176_F) or cold (at less than -10_C - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 101
interval Lexus dealer for details. The warning message "Low Washer Fluid" is displayed in the multi−information display when the fluid level in the tank becomes very low. For information headlight cleaner operates once automatically. In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 102
Do not turn the headlight cleaner on with the washer fluid tank empty. It may cause the cleaner motor to overheat. 12L170 REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR DEFOGGER SWITCH "Vehicles with rear air conditioning 12L169 12L171 "Vehicles with navigation system "Vehicles without rear air - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 103
system use a spray de−icer before operating the switch. " 1 2 3 4 For driver's window For front use the switch on each door. The passengers' windows can also be controlled by the switches on the driver's door. The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. Retained accessory - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 104
you which of the switches can be operated. Even with the window lock switch pressed in, the windows will be opened from outside the vehicle using an ignition key or wireless remote control. 65 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 105
SWITCHES Operating the windows from outside the vehicle The windows can be operated using the key.* NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 12L177 "Type B 12L180 Insert the key into the keyhole on the driver's door. To close the windows: Turn the key in the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 106
During automatic raising operation, retained accessory power raising operation or raising operation using the key from the outside, around the power windows. You must also make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle. If someone's - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 107
off the road as possible. 12L251 The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are in operation. NOTICE "Vehicles with navigation system To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. 12L252 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 108
rear power seats 1 For left seat 2 For right seat 1 For driver's seat 2 For front passenger's seat The front seat heater has two switches: one marked "L" (for the left seat) and the other marked "R" (for the right seat). The ignition switch must be in the "ON" position. To use the seat heater - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 109
sleep (sleeping drug, cold remedy, etc.). To prevent the seat from overheating, do not use the seat heater with a blanket, cushion, or other insulating objects which cover the seat. NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 110
. To use the front seat climate control, push the knob to pop it out and then turn the knob. The indicator light comes on. To feed air at room temperature, turn the knob to the gray zone. To feed cool air, turn the knob counterclockwise and set the knob in the blue zone. Three - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 111
Rear climate control seats To use the rear seat climate control, push the knob and turn the knob. The indicator light comes on. To feed air at room temperature, turn the knob to the gray zone. To feed cool air, turn the knob counterclockwise and set the knob in the blue zone. Three setting - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 112
prevent the seat from overheating, do not use the climate control seat if a blanket, cushion, or other insulating object covers the seat. Use also caution not to overuse this feature, which may cool down the occupants excessively. NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat . Do not - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 113
turn off the fans. NOTICE The air filters should be installed properly in position. The use of front climate control seat with the air filter removed may cause the malfunction of the front climate control seat. Front 12L130 "Under the seat 1 2 Remove the air filter locks. Remove the air filter - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 114
air filters should be installed properly in position. The use of rear climate control seat with the air filter removed may cause the malfunction of the rear climate control seat. 12L182 "Under the seat 1 2 3 Push the rear seat position control button to slide the rear seat to the foremost position - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 115
"On the side garnish The side garnish filters should be replaced at your Lexus dealer. When you replace the filters under the seats, have the side garnish filters replaced as well. " 1 For left rear seat 2 For right rear seat NOTICE Do not remove the side garnish filters or clean them by washing - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 116
just given birth, or suffer from heart disease and other ailments requiring rest, should consult a doctor before using the refreshing seat. D Do not allow children to use the refreshing seat. D Do not use the refreshing seat immediately after meals or for extended periods. D If you feel sick while - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 117
SWITCHES 78 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 118
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators 1-3 Fuel gauge ...80 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...80 Tachometer ...81 Odometer and trip meter ...82 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers ...82 Multi−information display ...90 Compass ...105 Instrument panel - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 119
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS FUEL GAUGE See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended fuel selection. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE 13L062d 13L151 "Low fuel level warning light The gauge indicates the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank when the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 120
The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to prevent engine over−revving. Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 121
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS AND WARNING BUZZERS IF THIS INDICATOR OR BUZZER COMES ON ...DO THIS. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Lexus can use one meter to calculate the fuel economy and seat belt. (c) Fasten front passenger's seat belt. (d) Take vehicle to Lexus dealer immediately - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 122
. DO THIS. (f) or (k) Key reminder buzzer Remove key. (g) See multi−information display. Take vehicle to Lexus dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Lexus dealer (h) or (i) Close all doors. (j) Low fuel level warning light Fill up tank. 83 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 123
. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking. CAUTION It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low. Have your vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer in the following case: D The light - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 124
, if a front passenger uses an additional seat cushion, the indicator light may not flash even when the seat belt is not buckled up. If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, the built−in sensor in the seat cushion may - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 125
not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose...D There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, electronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warning light system itself. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 126
the multi−information display. When the cause of the problem is eliminated, the warning tone and message on the display will turn off. (h) "ABS" Warning Light The light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position. If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist system work - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 127
Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, or remains on. D The light comes on while you are driving. A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem. (j) Low Fuel - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 128
How to check all the service reminder indicators (except the low fuel level warning light): 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open the door. The following service reminder indicator should come on. It goes off when you close the door completely. The following service reminder indicator goes off after - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 129
is in trouble. During ordinary driving, cruise information and graphic information are displayed. However, if any problem occurs in button, the displayed information is changed. D Available driving distance D Average fuel consumption D Current fuel consumption D Average fuel consumption after being - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 130
after refueling. The value is updated every 10 seconds. When refueling, be sure to stop your vehicle and turn the ignition switch off. The average fuel consumption could not be calculated in either of the following cases: D Refueled by opening the fuel filler door using the manual lever in the trunk - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 131
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS The multi−information display shows "Tank Avg -.- MPG" for a while after refueling or pushing the "RESET" switch, and then shows the previous average fuel D Refueled by opening the fuel filler door using the manual lever in the trunk D updated every 10 seconds. To begin recalculating, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 132
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (b) Graphic information Lexus park assist system or turn the ignition on with the main switch of the Lexus park assist system on, the Lexus park assist system screen appears for 2 seconds and then the multi−information blank screen, and then back to the dynamic radar/laser - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 133
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (c) Warning messages NOTICE Do not drive the vehicle while this warning message is displayed − even for one block. It may ruin the engine. 13L148 W254 W41 When your brake brake pads checked and replaced by your Lexus be checked using the oil . (For instructions, see " - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 134
message may appear earlier than the specified service interval of the scheduled maintenance. This is because the engine oil is consumed to the low level within the scheduled maintenance interval and does not indicate a problem. (For detailed information, see "Facts about engine oil consumption" on - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 135
METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS w283 If the driving range exceeds 4,500 miles after the engine oil maintenance data is should be replaced. Have it replaced at your Lexus dealer. After the engine oil replacement, reset the engine oil maintenance data and make sure the "Mileage Reset" appears - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 136
SERVICE to close the moon roof. w262 If you start driving with the parking brake applied, the master warning light flashes, a warning tone sounds and the control system and traction control system do not work. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 137
Fill the tank as soon as possible. w265 If there is a problem electrically in the tire pressure warning system, the master warning light comes on, the above message appears and a warning tone sounds. At this time the multi−information display indicates which part causes an error. Although it is no - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 138
to push the switch or key while turning the steering wheel slightly in either direction, and then turn the switch or key. w268 w271 If and the attention tone sounds to inform you that the data has been reset. When you push the "OFF" button for the front air conditioning for more than 4 seconds - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 139
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS w272 In the following cases, the master warning light sounds an alarm. The above message turns off if you turn the ignition off or the smart key system detects a smart key in the vehicle. In addition to either of the above conditions, if you get - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 140
. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. w286 If icicles, snowflakes or mud gets on the sensor of the Lexus park assist system or it is frozen when the Lexus park assist system is on, the sensor not be able to detect - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 141
" mode even after cleaning or the message remains on the display, the system might be malfunctioning. Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus dealer. Dynamic laser cruise control- If the system cannot easily measure the vehicle−to−vehicle distance because of a dirty laser - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 142
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS w280 If the system "AUTO" position. D Direct sunlight from the front In the following cases, the dynamic radar/laser performed or if the warning message still appears, the system might have malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 143
the "AUTO" position) D No direct sunlight from the front In the above conditions, press the control lever upward in the performed or if the warning message still appears, the system might have malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus dealer. w281 If a system - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 144
the dirt. D The pre−collision seat belts are activated repeatedly for a short time. The system turns off temporarily for overheating protection, but turns back on after a while. COMPASS (Vehicles without Navigation System) 13L149 w277 If there is a problem somewhere in the pre−collision safety - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 145
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS Displays N NE E SE S SW W NW Directions North Northeast East Southeast South Southwest West Northwest D The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal object near the audio system.) D The battery has been disconnected. If the deviation is - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 146
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS NOTICE Do not put magnets or a metal object near the audio system. Doing this may cause malfunction of the compass sensor your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. Even if you do not cross over, the compass may sometimes deviate. If this happens, perform "DRIVE IN CIRCLES" - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 147
SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS 13L150 13L155 To rectify the deviation, stop the vehicle, and push and hold the "RESET" button on the steering pad for more than 6 seconds. "DRIVE IN CIRCLES" appears on the display. Perform be performed because the vehicle is magnetized, take your vehicle to a Lexus - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 148
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS D Do not perform circling calibration of the compass near a large vehicle, etc.). D During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power windows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration when the headlight switch is on. 109 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 149
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS 110 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 150
outlets ...Rear console box ...Glove box ...Garage door opener ...Cupholders ...Coin box ...Overhead console box ...Auxiliary boxes ...Trunk storage extension ...Card holder ...Penlight ...Cool box ...Floor mat ...Coat hooks ...Sunshades ...Luggage net ...First−aid kit net ... - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 151
LIGHTS 14L207 14L058 To block out glare, move the sun visor as shown. 1 2 To block out glare from the front , swing the sun visor down. To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the hook and swing it to the side. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 152
doors are locked. NOTE: * The interior lights can be set not to come on or the duration of lighting can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. "Vehicles with rear air conditioning controls Rear 14L209 14L210 "Vehicles without rear air conditioning controls When you open the rear door - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 153
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT PERSONAL LIGHTS Front Rear 14L211 14L080 "Vehicles with rear air conditioning controls "Vehicles with moon roof 14L229 14L224 You can change the personal light angle manually as you like. "Vehicles without moon roof 114 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 154
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT 14L212 14L236 "Vehicles without rear air conditioning controls To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again. " 1 Type A 2 Type B For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when any of - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 155
FOOT LIGHTS CLOCK 14L327 14L225 " 1 Front foot light 2 Rear foot light "Vehicles with navigation system For clock setting, see the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". The foot lights come on and time of the foot lights can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 116 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 156
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY 14L060 14L226 "Vehicles without navigation system The digital clock indicates the time with the ignition switch at the "ACC" or "ON" position display will automatically be set to 1:00. " On the instrument panel (Vehicles with navigation system) 117 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 157
without navigation system) This display shows the outside temperature when the ignition switch is on. The displayed temperature ranges from -30_C (-22_F) up to 50_C (122_F). If the temperature does not appear on the display or it shows take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. "Multi−information - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 158
to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in or close the lid completely. To remove the ashtray, raise the lid and pull it out. Use a Lexus genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. "Front cigarette lighter and ashtray (for some models - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 159
OUTLETS The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories. The ignition switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position for the power outlets to be used. 14L062 NOTICE D To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 10A/12V - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 160
lever as shown. " 1 For the lower box 2 For the upper tray To use the rear console box, open as shown in the illustration. The rear console box light for the lower box will come on with the headlights on. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 161
programmed to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, and security systems, etc. 14L240 (a) Programming the HomeLinkR " 1 Type A 2 Type B correct programming into the HomeLinkR, install a new battery in the hand−held transmitter prior to programming. 122 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 162
Programming all devices in the Canadian market". 1. Decide which of 3 The garage door has the rolling code feature if the indicator light (on the "Programming a rolling code system". HomeLinkR 6. Repeat steps color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener. Refer to the owner's guide - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 163
other devices To program other devices such as home security systems, home door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Lexus dealer for assistance. Programming an entrance gate / Programming all devices in the Canadian market 1. Decide which of the 3 HomeLinkR buttons you want to program - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 164
sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLinkR memory. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS−210 of the IC Rules. Operation D Do not use this HomeLinkR Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 165
compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident. 14L242 D To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, keep the cupholder closed when not in use. Rear To use the cupholder, push the top of the cupholder portion - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 166
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT COIN BOX 14L217 14L238 "Vehicles without rear power seats To use the cupholder, open the cupholder portion of the center armrest in the rear seat. The cupholder is designed for holding cups or drink−cans securely. To use the coin box, push the coin box button. CAUTION Keep the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 167
hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside. 14L065b To use the overhead console box, push the button. CAUTION D To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 168
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT AUXILIARY BOXES Your vehicle has several types of auxiliary box. To use them, open as shown in the following illustrations. 14L234 14L235 "On the right side of the selector do not place any objects heavier than 300 g (0.44 lb.) in it. 14L090b "Under the driver's seat 129 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 169
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 14L087 14L322 "Under the front passenger's seat "Rear seat armrest (Vehicles with rear power seats) 14L218 14L220 "On the inner side of the front doors "Rear seat armrest (Vehicles without rear power seats) 130 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 170
seat. Pull the lever and open the door. Be sure to use "LEXUS Genuine Sports Gear, Bag" or carry long objects (ski boards, poles, etc.) properly. For installation and handling of the "LEXUS Genuine Sports Gear", follow the instructions provided with goods. You can use a container as an accessory - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 171
" on page 395 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. CAUTION Be sure to close the door when the trunk storage extension is not in use. Luggage or cargo in the trunk may be thrown into the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or crash resulting in injury. 132 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 172
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CARD HOLDER PENLIGHT 14L221 14L076 You can store a card in the slot as shown in the illustration. The penlight is in the tool box on the left side of the trunk. D Battery insertion: Insert the batteries into the penlight. (The penlight terminals have no + or − end, but be - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 173
not store any food that might go bad or smell in this box. Do not place any food on the box. The cool box system will activate whenever the rear air conditioning is on. To use the cool box: 1. Pull the band of the center armrest forward and down. The cool box - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 174
or sudden stop while driving, always keep the cool box closed when it is not in use. FLOOR MAT 14L227 Use a floor mat of the correct size. If the floor carpet and floor mat have 2 holes, then they are designed for use with locking clips. Fix the floor mat with locking clips into the holes in the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 175
Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an accident. "Vehicles with rear air conditioning controls 14L231 "Vehicles without rear air conditioning controls To use the coat hook - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 176
curtain shield airbag may not activate correctly. When you hang clothes, hang them on the coat hook directly. SUNSHADES 14L243b "Type A (Rear electric sunshade and manual sunshades) 14L244b "Type B (Rear electric sunshade only) 137 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 177
sunshade Retained accessory power: sunshade will be automatically lowered. To raise the sunshade again, perform any of the following operations: D Shift the selector lever /or malfunction: Do not overload the shade motor and other parts (for instance by pushing down on the sunshade bracket while - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 178
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Manual sunshades LUGGAGE NET The luggage net is located in the trunk to secure the luggage. The net is installed as follows: 15L047 Securing the luggage on the floor To use the sunshade, pull the tab of the sunshade upward or sideways and hook it as shown. 14L245a NOTICE Do - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 179
FIRST−AID KIT NET 14L246a 14L089 1. Raise the lower hooks on the vehicle front side. 2. Hook the luggage net on the lower hooks and then on kit. Make sure the first−aid kit rests securely in the net. NOTICE D Do not use the net to secure sharp or heavy objects. The net will tear off. D Be sure - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 180
SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Exterior equipment 1-5 142 143 146 148 Hood ...Trunk lid ...Fuel tank cap ...Moon roof ... 141 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 181
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT HOOD 15L097 15L089 2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under the instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly. Before closing the hood, check to see that you have - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 182
up to make sure it is securely closed. The trunk lid can be unlocked by pushing the trunk button or using the wireless remote control function. For details, see "Smart key system" on page 20 and "Wireless remote control" on page 36. When you open the trunk, the lights illuminate the inside - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 183
in the main switch. 4 To activate the system, insert the master key and turn it counterclockwise. To protect things put in the trunk, when you have your vehicle parked, push in the main switch. To open the trunk lid while sitting in the driver's seat, pull the lever with the main switch - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 184
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT Trunk lid closer If the trunk lid is closed but does not latch shut, it automatically closes completely. Internal trunk release handle CAUTION D Pay careful attention not to get your fingers trapped as the trunk lid automatically closes when the trunk has not been fully closed. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 185
, cause sparks or allow open flames when refuelling. The fumes are flammable. D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly removed. 146 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 186
an accident. 15L037b D Use only a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure. NOTICE 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. The removed cap can be stored on the back side of the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 187
the opener is not actuated MOON ROOF 15L040c 15L086 Pull the manual lever located in the trunk toward the back. This is used in case the fuel filler door cannot be opened due to a discharged battery or other trouble. " 1 Open 2 Close Refueling the vehicle As soon as the correctly operated - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 188
. Operating the moon roof from outside the vehicle The moon roof can be closed or opened using a key.* NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated, or sliding open or tilting up can be selected. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 15L087 15L093 " 1 Tilt up 2 Lower To tilt up the moon roof, push the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 189
. D While the vehicle is moving, always keep the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants away from the roof opening. Otherwise, they could You must also make sure nobody places his or her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening. If someone's neck, head or hands - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 190
switch in a position other than "LOCK". Otherwise, he/she could use the moon roof switches and get trapped in the roof opening. Unattended on top of the vehicle around the roof opening. D Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function intentionally. D The jam - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 191
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT 152 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 192
SECTION INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems 1-6 154 154 162 164 165 168 179 190 199 220 224 Seats ...Front seats ...Rear seats ...Armrest ...Head restraints ...Seat belts ...SRS driver airbags and front passenger airbags ...SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags ...Child - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 193
SYSTEMS SEATS While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly wear the seat belts provided. Driver seat FRONT SEATS Front seat precautions CAUTION D Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are properly seated - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 194
pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls. Front passenger seat Front seats CAUTION The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats. Observe the following precautions. D Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle is in use, since the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 195
passenger, luggage or the rear seat. Adjusting front seats 16L257a NOTICE Do not operate the control switch in more than one dimension at a time. It may cause electrical overload. " 1 Seat cushion length control switch 2 Seat position control switch, seat cushion angle and height control switch - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 196
. You can adjust the head restraint in the desired position by using the head restraint control switch. However, if you move the seat more than 15 mm (0.6 in.) by using the seat position control switch after adjusting the head restraint, the head restraint will return to the designated position - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 197
that position. CAUTION Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 198
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting seat cushion angle and height Adjusting lumbar support Driver's seat (Upper and lower lumbar supports) To use both lumbar supports effectively, adjust the lower lumbar support first and then the upper lumbar support. 16L557 16L263a Move the control switch in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 199
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front passenger's seat 16L262a 16L354a "Upper lumbar support Push the upper lumbar support control switch on either side. The amount of upper lumbar support will change while the switch is pushed. Push the control switch on either side. The amount of lumbar support will - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 200
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting front passenger's seat from the driver's seat 16L265a 16L266a "Seatback angle Move the control switch in the desired direction. "Seat position Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat in that position. Do not - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 201
about to move. D Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the front passenger is sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If he/she is reclined, the lap belt may slide past his/her hips and apply restraint - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 202
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting seat position Returning the rear seats and rear head restraints from the front seats 16L271c 16L636 " 1 For left seat 2 For right seat To return the rear seats and rear head restraints, push the switch on the instrument panel. The rear seats move backward - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 203
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ARMREST To use the armrest, pull it down as shown above. NOTICE To prevent damage to the armrest, avoid putting heavy loads on it. 16L631 "Vehicles with rear power seats 16L632 "Vehicles without rear power seats 164 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 204
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS HEAD RESTRAINTS For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint before driving. Front seats 16L274 16L273a To move the head restraint forward or rearward, pull or push on the top. The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 205
SYSTEMS Outboard rear seats (power type) Adjusting head restraint height Outboard rear seats (manual type) 16L275c 16L277 " 1 For left seat 2 For right seat Push the head restraint height control switch on the front is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 206
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Center rear seat 16L278b 16L279 Push the button to return the head head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not recommended. CAUTION After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 207
wear them. Child. Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle's seat or front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury or death during emergency braking or person. Lexus recommends the use of a seat belt. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 208
get caught or pinched in the seat or doors. D Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the system. D Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 209
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Fastening front and rear seat belts When a passenger's shoulder belt is completely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system securely. (For details, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 210
it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the latch plate. "Front seat belts only Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size. To adjust the shoulder anchor position, press the upper or lower part of the control switch located on the door. When the switch is released, the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 211
retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts. The seat belt comfort guides are installed on the outboard rear seats to relieve uncomfortableness from the shoulder belt when it is applied closer to a child's neck (at the age of 10 or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 212
wear for proper measurement and selection of length. Additional ordering information is available at your Lexus dealer. CAUTION When using the seat belt extender, observe the following precautions. Failure to follow these instructions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 213
SYSTEMS D Be sure to wear the seat belt without the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without the extender. 16L625 D Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 214
SYSTEMS CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt and the seat buckle. D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Lexus dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 215
to be activated in response to a severe frontal impact. When the sensor detects a severe frontal impact, the seat belts are quickly drawn back by the retractor so that the belts snugly restrain the seat occupants. The front passenger seat belt pretensioner will not activate if there is no passenger - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 216
in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or CD player. D Repairs on or near the seat belt retractor assemblies. D Modification of the suspension system. D Modification of the front end structure. D Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 217
airbag sensor assemblies, driver's seat position sensor, driver's seat belt buckle switch, occupant detection sensor, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service reminder - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 218
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SRS DRIVER AIRBAGS AND FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAGS 16L650 16L336a In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. D The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the seat belt - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 219
to the primary protection of the driver and front passenger seat belt systems. The driver and front passenger can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts properly. During sudden braking just before a collision, an unrestrained driver or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 220
to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For instructions concerning the installation - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 221
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 16L651 16L652 " 1 Collision from the side 3 Vehicle rollover 2 Collision from the rear The SRS front airbags are forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front airbags may occur. " 1 Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface 2 Falling into - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 222
(airbag and inflator) 7 Knee airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator) 8 Driver's seat belt buckle switch 9 Driver's seat position sensor 10 Airbag sensor assembly 11 Front airbag sensors The SRS front airbag system consists mainly of the above components, and their locations are shown in the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 223
. Lexus strongly recommends that: D The driver sit as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the vehicle. D The front passenger sit as far back as possible from the dashboard. D All vehicle occupants be properly restrained using the available seat belts - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 224
passenger seat, since the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured. D Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. For instructions concerning the installation of - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 225
these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Lexus dealer about any repair and modification. 16L794 D Do not put anything or any part of your body on or in front of the dashboard, lower portion of instrument panel, steering wheel pad that houses the front airbag system or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 226
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS front airbag system in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 227
airbag sensor assemblies, driver's seat position sensor, driver's seat belt buckle switch, occupant detection sensor, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service reminder - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 228
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D The pad section of the steering wheel, front passenger airbag cover or lower portion of instrument panel (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Lexus dealer. 16L796 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 229
and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly. Wearing a seat belt properly during an accident reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle. For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system, see "Seat belts" on page 168 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 230
use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are the safest for infants and children. For instructions concerning the installation - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 231
the vehicle is involved in a front or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low−speed side collision. " 1 2 3 4 5 6 Curtain shield airbag module (airbag and inflator) Side airbag module (airbag and inflator) Curtain shield airbag sensor assembly Side and curtain shield airbag - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 232
a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious injuries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swelling. Front seats as well as parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side rail may be hot for several minutes - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 233
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 16L344 16L583 D Do not allow anyone to lean against the door when the vehicle is in use, since and well back in the seat, distributing your weight evenly in the seat. Do not apply excessive weight to the outer side of the seats with a side airbag and to the front pillar, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 234
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 16L623 16L640 D Do not allow anyone to get his/her head or hands out of windows, the side airbag may not activate correctly, resulting in death or serious injury. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold objects in their arms or on their knees. 195 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 235
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the side airbags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, causing death or serious injury. 16L348 D Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 236
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two−way - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 237
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. D When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the light does not come on or remains on for - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 238
can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle's interior. D Lexus strongly urges use of a proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 239
or serious injury to the child. D Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 240
(B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. Your vehicle has anchor brackets for securing the top strap of a child restraint system. For instructions about how to use the anchor bracket, see "Using a top strap" on - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 241
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat 16L306 16L308 (B) Convertible seat 16L307 202 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 242
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION WITH 3−POINT TYPE SEAT BELT (A) Infant seat installation 16L310 16L306 CAUTION An infant seat must be used in rear−facing position only. D Never install a rear−facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. In the event of an accident, the force - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 243
allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child restraint system on the rear right seat. 2 Fix both seats at the same position. Fix both seatbacks at the same angle. CAUTION When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 244
may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle. D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 205 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 245
the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the infant seat securely. CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 246
again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passenger. A convertible seat must be used in forward−facing or rear−facing position depending on the age and size of the child. When installing, follow the manufacturer 's instructions about the appropriate age and size of the child as well as - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 247
−facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat. D A forward−facing child restraint system should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the front passenger airbag could inflate - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 248
allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child restraint system on the rear right seat. 2 Fix both seats at the same position. Fix both seatbacks at the same angle. CAUTION When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 249
may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle. D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 210 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 250
the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convertible seat securely. CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 251
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (C) Booster seat installation 16L169a 16L308 4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passenger. A booster seat must be used in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 252
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 16L555 16L324 "Move seat fully back CAUTION D A forward−facing child restraint system should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the front passenger airbag could - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 253
normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. To remove the booster seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract. 16L325 214 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 254
Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap. 2 Symbol Use the anchor bracket on the package tray behind the rear seat to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position. This symbol indicates the locations of the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 255
the center rear seat, the head restraint should be in the original position. Then make sure to pass the top strap over the head restraint. For instructions to install the child restraint system, see "Types of child restraint system" on page 201. When the child restraint is not in use, make sure the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 256
all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 16L627a Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2 specifications are installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 257
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION 16L628a 16L788 "Move seat fully back 1 For left seat 2 For right seat 1. Push the seat position switch on the rear side to move the seat fully back. Canada only "Type A 218 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 258
the presence of a lower connector system. 16L629a If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be anchored. (For the installation of the top strap, see "Using a top strap" on page 215.) For installation details, refer to the instruction manual equipped with each product. Canada only - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 259
not caught. D Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. D When using the lower anchorages for a child restraint system, ensure that the seat is moved to the rear−most position, with - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 260
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. While pushing the "SET" button, push button "1", "2" or "3" until the signal for another driver can be recorded. To set a new memorized position, select the desired position and perform step 2. The previous memory will be erased and the new position will be set. To make - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 261
SYSTEM USING A SMART KEY This system allows you to adjust the driver's seat, the driver's head restraint height, driver's seat cushion length, the height of the shoulder belt anchor of the driver's seat or the seat could strike the rear passenger or hit your body against the steering wheel. If this - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 262
. Pushing the button longer activates an alarm. For details, see page 40. MEMORY CALL SYSTEM USING A WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL KEY This system allows you to adjust the driver's seat, the driver's head restraint height, driver's seat cushion length, the height of the shoulder belt anchor of the driver - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 263
SEAT POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM A microcomputer will memorize the position of the rear seats and the height of the rear head restraints. Recording the rear seat 40. Setting the rear seat position Erasing the previous registration seat position and the height of the head restraint of the rear seat to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 264
SYSTEMS Recalling the memorized position Door opening linked seat sliding function The rear seat automatically moves backward when the rear door is opened if the seat position or if the vehicle is stopped with the brake pedal depressed. While the seat is being moved by this function, the operation - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 265
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS To reactivate the function once again, push the "C" button. The indicator light goes off. 226 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 266
SECTION Steering wheel and mirrors 1-7 228 230 234 235 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS150. Tilt and telescopic steering column ...Outside rear view mirrors ...Inside rear view mirror ...Vanity mirrors ... 227 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 267
tilt Adjustment of telescopic steering column 16L647 16L646 To adjust the steering column length, push the control switch forward or backward to set the steering wheel to the desired position. To adjust the tilt of the steering column, push the control switch upward or downward to set it to the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 268
WHEEL AND MIRRORS Automatic tilt−away* In case of the smart key system: When the key is inserted into the ignition: 16L644 16L715 When the smart key system is used the previously set position. NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. When you remove the smart - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 269
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS 152.OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS When you push the rear window and outside rear in "AUTO" mode, the outside rear view mirrors also darken to reduce the reflection of the headlights of the following vehicle. For details, see "Inside rear view mirror" on page 234. 230 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 270
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Power rear view mirror control153. When you are backing up, you can adjust the mirrors down quickly by the following operations with the ignition ON. should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror. 231 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 271
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Folding and extending automatic rear view mirrors LOCK" position, the rear view mirrors are automatically folded. The rear view mirrors can be folded or extended manually. To fold the mirrors, push the switch on the right side. To extend the rear view mirrors, push - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 272
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS 155.Outer foot getting closer to the vehicle carrying a smart key and you enter the effective range of the smart key system (about 1 m (3 ft) from each outside door handle), D the doors are unlocked with the time can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 233 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 273
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS 156.INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR When the outside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken in response to the detection of headlights. CAUTION 16L286 Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 274
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS 157.VANITY MIRRORS Front 16L784 14L206 To ensure correct functioning of anti−glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc. To use the front vanity mirrors, swing the sun visor down - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 275
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Rear 14L228a To use the rear vanity mirrors, open the cover. The vanity light comes on when you open the cover. NOTICE D Keep the rear vanity mirrors closed when not in use. Otherwise you may hit your head on the mirror when you get in or out of the vehicle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 276
(Vehicles with rear air conditioning) ...238 Automatic air conditioning controls (Vehicles without rear air conditioning) ...241 Rear air conditioning controls ...255 For vehicles equipped with Navigation System, please refer to the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 237 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 277
AIR CONDITIONING AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS (Vehicles with Rear Air Conditioning) 238 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 278
operation, see "Rear air conditioning controls" on page 255 The automatic air conditioning automatically maintains the set temperature. This air conditioning features automatic fan speed and air flow control which automatically selects the most suitable fan speed and air flow to control the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 279
button on; for driver and rear passengers) (with the "DUAL" button off; for driver and all passengers) Passenger side temperature control button Front windshield button Driver side temperature display (in degrees Fahrenheit or Centigrade) Air intake control button Fan speed display Air flow display - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 280
AIR CONDITIONING AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS (Vehicles without Rear Air Conditioning) 241 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 281
automatically maintains the set temperature. This air conditioning features automatic fan speed and air flow control which ; for driver and all passengers) Passenger side temperature control button Front windshield button Driver side temperature display (in degrees Fahrenheit or Centigrade - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 282
AIR CONDITIONING "Air flow selection Automatic air flow mode only 21L190b 243 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 283
The operation status is shown by each indicator. When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the mode or "PASSENGER TEMP" button is used to set the desired temperature. The temperature will be controlled on the driver and front and rear passenger sides (if - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 284
AIR CONDITIONING The indicator on the "DUAL" button has two modes: D With the indicator on − For individual temperature setting D With the indicator off − For simultaneous temperature setting 21L191 Driver side setting Passenger side setting Mixed setting 245 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 285
manually by pushing the button. The function of each mode is as follows: 1 2 3 4 246 Panel − Air flows mainly from the instrument panel vents and rear vents. Bi −level − Air flows from both the floor button briefly turns off the fan. To remove exterior windshield frost, use the high speed setting. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 286
(i.e., when the vehicle running just in front of your vehicle accelerates rapidly), the system changes automatically from the OUTSIDE AIR mode (with indicators 2 and 3 on) to the RECIRCULATED mode (with indicators 1 and 2 on). If you use the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode and the air purifier automatic - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 287
system is used for ventilation, heating in dry weather or removing frost or exterior fog on the windshield, turn the air conditioning off once it is no longer required. This will improve fuel economy. The air conditioning can be used by your nearest Lexus dealer. 21L108 manually, the EXHAUST GAS - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 288
FRONT WINDSHIELD" button once again while in the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode, the mode then returns to the last mode used. CAUTION 21L068a Do not use the "FRONT vision. When you turn the ignition switch on after the removal and installation of the battery terminal, the indicator light may flash and the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 289
conditioning vent. If the "Change A/C Filter" appears on the multi−information display, change the air conditioning filter as soon as possible because the air filter might have clogged. The filter may clog after long use which will reduce the air flow. 1. When you replace the filter, be - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 290
. 6. Take the filter out of the filter case and replace it with a new one. NOTICE 21L207 When installing, the UP marks shown on the filter and filter case should be noted and fitted as shown. 7. Install it in the reverse order of removal. " 1 Filter case 5. Pull the filter case toward you. 251 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 291
"A/C Filter Reset" appears on the multi−information display and a tone sounds to inform you that the data has been reset. NOTICE The filter should be installed properly in position. The use of air conditioning with the filter removed may cause the malfunction of the air conditioning system. 252 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 292
(d) Operating tips D Make sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or other swing button to swing the vanes. The vanes directly aimed at the driver and front passenger will swing wider as the room temperature nears the desired temperature. The swinging angle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 293
swinging angle will also change from narrow to wide depending on the room temperature. When you push the swing button with no passenger on the front seat and "DUAL" button OFF (with the indicator off): The vanes directly aimed at the driver will swing wider as the room temperature nears the desired - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 294
AIR CONDITIONING Rear vents REAR AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS 21L015a 21L194 The rear vents may be opened or closed as shown. " 1 Rear air vent 2 Auto button 4 LO HI A/C button 3 Off button 255 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 295
air conditioning on. The rear cooler will not turn on if the front air conditioning is off. 2. Turn the rear air conditioning on. The fan speed and rear cooler are adjusted automatically. 3. Use either of the "LO HI A/C" buttons to adjust the desired fan speed and the rear cooler. Each indicator - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 296
conditioning or air purification function reduces air flow or deodorant performance. This filter is an interchangeable type. Do not clean the filter by washing or air blowing. The use of filter after washing or cleaning may cause a malfunction of the system. Be sure to replace it with a new one. The - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 297
disassemble the air purifier, or it may cause a malfunction. As some part in the purifier is under high voltage, you may get an electric shock when you touch it. D The filters should be installed properly in position. The use of rear air conditioning controls with the filter removed may cause the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 298
AIR CONDITIONING 259 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 299
SECTION AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Audio 2-2 Audio system ...261 For vehicles equipped with Navigation System, please refer to the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 260 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 300
AUDIO AUDIO SYSTEM Quick reference for your audio system 20L354a "If a Mark Levinson brand audio system is installed, the "Mark Levinson" logo is shown on the panel. 261 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 301
AUDIO Turning the system on and adjusting the volume (See page 263 for details.) 2 Stopping and ejecting a cassette tape (See page 280 for details.) 3 Function buttons 1 − 6: Station selector buttons ( - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 302
AUDIO Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. 20L356 NOTICE To prevent the battery from - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 303
the applicable functions are shown in the lowest part of the display. Push the switch just Use this knob to adjust the sound balance between the front and rear speakers. "BASS" knob: Use this knob to adjust low−pitched tones. "MID" knob: Use this knob to adjust mid−pitched tones. "TREBLE" knob: Use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 304
noise, wind noise, etc. during driving, push the "ASL" button. The system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to the noise level. ASL" appears on the display. By selecting the listening position, the system controls the output timing of the speakers to allow sound to be heard - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 305
or mobile telephone. For the installation of the window tint, consult with your Lexus dealer. (e) Your cassette player When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to the right. To use the automatic changer, push the panel. 20L360a NOTICE Do not oil any part of the cassette player, and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 306
, make sure their labels face up. If not, the player will display "ERROR1" and the CD number. NOTICE D Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the CD player. Do not insert anything except a CD into the slot. D Do not insert a CD upon another one, or it will damage the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 307
CD−RW (CD−Re−writable) CD−ROM D Your CD player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) CDs only. Radio operation (a) Listening to the "FM TYPE" appears on the display. If your vehicle is equipped with satellite radio broadcast system, when you push the "AM·SAT" button, "AM", "SAT1", "SAT2" or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 308
AUDIO (b) Presetting a station 20L128 20L129 Push this button on the upper side to step up the station band or on the lower side to step down. Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. "ST" appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 309
Selecting a station Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. 20L139a 20L130a To for the station you want. The button number ( 1−6 ) and station frequency appear on the display. Manual tuning: Push the "TUNE SEEK" button briefly. Each time you push the button, the radio will - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 310
AUDIO (d) RDS (Radio Data System) D MISC D ALERT (Emergency message) While you are listening to a ROCK D EASY LIS (Easy listening) D CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz) D R&B (Rhythm and Blues) D INFORM (Information) D RELIGION 271 Push the "TUNE SEEK" or "SCAN" button. The radio seeks or scans the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 311
program: A station that regularly broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. When you push the more than a line, hold the "MSG" button. The rest of the message is displayed. When the system can show the station name, "RDS" appears on the display. Each time you push the "MSG" button - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 312
optional digital satellite tuner. For complete information on subscription rates and terms, or to subscribe to the XM radio, visit XM on the web at www.xmradio.com need the radio ID when activating XM service or when reporting a problem. If you select the "CH 000" using the "TUNE" button, the ID code - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 313
AUDIO (c) Listening to the satellite radio 20L471a 20L469 Push this button to select the next or previous channel. Push the "AM·SAT" button to choose a SAT station. Besides "AM", "SAT1", "SAT2" or "SAT3" appears on the display. If you push and hold the button, you can rapidly scroll forward or down - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 314
AUDIO (d) Presetting a channel (e) Selecting a channel Tune in the desired channel using one of the following methods. 20L472 20L473 1. Tune in the desired channel. 2. Push one of the channel selector buttons ( 1−6 ) and hold it until a beep is - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 315
AUDIO (f) Channel category 20L139a 20L364 To scan the currently selected channel category : Push the "SCAN" button briefly. "SCAN" appears on the display. The radio will find the next channel in the same channel category up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again. To select a - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 316
the title and name 20L474 When you push the "MSG" button, the display changes as follows: CH NAME ⇒ TITLE (SONG/PROGRAM TITLE) ⇒ NAME (ARTIST NAME/FEATURE) ⇒ CH NUMBER ⇒ CH NAME Up to 10 alphanumeric characters can be displayed. (Some information will not be fully displayed.) 277 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 317
Referring to the table below to identify the problem, take the suggested corrective action. The XM Lexus certified dealer. You have not subscribed to the XM satellite radio. The radio is being updated with the latest encryption code. Contact the XM satellite radio for subscription information - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 318
, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 319
that the Dolby noise the " reduction system is on. The Dolby NR mode on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape. To play on the display. If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette tape is put in the cassette " (eject) button. Auto−reverse feature: After the cassette player reaches the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 320
AUDIO (b) Manual program selection (c) Automatic program selection 20L142c 20L143c "Program" button: Push programs for the repeat feature to work correctly. "SKIP" button: The skip feature allows you to fast forward past long stretches of blank tape. This is especially useful at the end of - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 321
may not work well with some spoken word, live or classical recordings. "Automatic program selection" button: The automatic program selection feature allows you to program your cassette player to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want to hear. You can skip up to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 322
AUDIO CD player operation (a) Inserting or ejecting CDs The ignition switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Your automatic changer can store up to 6 CDs. If you need to insert the next CD, repeat the same procedure to insert another CD. D Setting all the CDs: 1. Push the "LOAD" button until - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 323
AUDIO (b) Playing a CD 20L145b 20L366 D Ejecting a single CD: 1. Push the button under the " " or " " signal on the display to display the CD number you want to eject. 2. Push the " " (eject) button briefly. At this time, the display shows "EJECT" and the indicators at both ends of the slot as well - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 324
AUDIO (c) Selecting a desired CD (d) Searching for a desired track or CD 20L147b 20L218 Push the button under the " " or " "signal to select the CD number. Push the button several times until the desired CD number appears on the display. When you release the button, the player will start playing - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 325
CD 20L151d 20L178 "TRACK" button: Use for direct access to a desired the CD player will resume playing. "RPT" button: There are 2 repeat features - you can either replay a CD track or a whole CD. Repeating the CD ends, the player will automatically go back to the first track on the CD and replay - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 326
a beep. "D.RAND" will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the CDs in the automatic changer in random order. To turn off the random feature, push "RAND" a second time. When a track is skipped or the system is inoperative, push the button to reset. If "ERROR 3" or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 327
installed in the armrest of the rear center seat so that you can operate the audio system in the rear seat. (a) When the radio mode is selected "CH" button: Push the "CH" button to select a station preset on the preset button of the front audio system shown in the lowest part of the display. Push - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 328
installed on the left side of the steering wheel. "MODE" switch: Use this switch to change the mode. If a tape or CD is not inserted, the "TAPE" or "CD" mode is skipped. When you push the switch with the audio system turned off, the audio system turns on. "VOL" switches: Use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 329
not to spill beverages over the audio system. D Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or CD into the cassette tape slot or CD slot. D The use of a cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio system which you are listening to. However, this - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 330
mean there is a problem with your radio vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem with your radio: FM Fading and drifting tapes For the best performance for your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly. D A dirty - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 331
−quality cassettes: D Low−quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant auto −reversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player. D Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 332
AUDIO 20L037 20L480 D Use only CDs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your CD player. Copy−protected CD CD−R (CD−Recordable) CD−RW (CD−Re−writable) CD−ROM "Special shaped CDs 21z017 "Transparent/translucent CDs 293 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 333
AUDIO 20L481 20L482 "Low quality CDs "Labeled CDs NOTICE Do not use special shaped, transparent/translucent, low quality or labeled CDs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such CDs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the CD. 294 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 334
cloth that has been dampened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the CD (not in a circle). Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti−static device. 295 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 335
control system ...Lexus park assist system ...Rear view monitor system ...Cruise control ...Dynamic radar/laser cruise control ...Electronically modulated air suspension ...Traction control system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Brake system ...Tire pressure warning system ...Brake pad wear - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 336
engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 minutes. 31L353a Three−way catalytic converters are emission control devices installed in the exhaust system. The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas. D Avoid racing the engine. D Do not push−start or pull−start your vehicle. D Do not - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 337
and the entire emission control system operate properly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Lexus Maintenance Schedule. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the "Owner's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance". D Keep the trunk lid closed while driving - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 338
height, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all doors. 5. Fasten seat belts. Remember to check that the service reminder indicators function when turning the ignition switch to "ON", and check the fuel gauge to see that you have - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 339
To free the ignition switch, perform the following: 31L346a 31L638 When steering column lock is released, and the engine immobilizer system is cancelled. At this time, the security indicator light within the effective range of the smart key system, a warning tone sounds and "Key is not Detected" - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 340
system could be damaged. "ACC" − Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off. "LOCK" − Engine is off and the steering wheel is to the "LOCK" position, "Key is not Detected" appears on the multi−information display, a warning tone sounds inside and beeps sound outside. D If the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 341
STARTING AND DRIVING When you turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position, the engine immobilizer system is automatically set. See "Engine immobilizer system" on page 17. If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the ignition switch only to "ACC". - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 342
switch seems to be stuck: Type A To free the ignition switch, perform the following: Type B 31L642 31L640 1. Be sure the key is key while turning the steering wheel slightly in either direction. 2. Push the key while turning the steering wheel slightly in either direction, and then turn the key. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 343
running. The battery will discharge and the electronic ignition system could be damaged. "ACC" − Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is or interval of beep sound can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. " 1 Type A 2 Type B "LOCK" − Engine is off and the steering wheel is - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 344
the floor until driving off. 1 2 To set: Fully depress the parking brake pedal. To release: Pull the parking brake release lever. Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in "Before cranking". Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 345
is within normal range. If the engine stalls ...Simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal starting. If the engine will not shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 346
into overdrive possible) S: "S" mode driving +: Upshifting -: Downshifting Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Driving in "S" mode (c) Using engine braking (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) If you cannot shift - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 347
"P" (Park) position 2 "N" (Neutral) position 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to start the engine" on page 305. The transmission must driving, Lexus recommends that you use the "Normal" position to improve fuel economy. 3. For more powerful acceleration and sporty driving, use the " - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 348
's accelerator pedal operation and vehicle condition. 309 31l323 " 1 Brake pedal 2 "D" (Drive) position 4. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to "D". Always use the "D" position to improve fuel economy and quiet driving. Only in this position, shifting into the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 349
is automatically selected between first and overdrive (sixth) gears according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Always use the "6" (sixth range) position to improve fuel economy and for quiet driving. "5" (fifth range): The most suitable gear is automatically selected between first and fifth - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 350
vehicle speed or driving conditions. This range is to be used when maximum engine braking is necessary. If you attempt to downshift the transmission the "S" position, there may be a problem somewhere in the system. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. In this - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 351
drive in the "S" position: Shift the selector lever down to the "-" position to select the "4" (fourth range). 31L327 " "S" mode position To use the braking power of the engine, downshift the range in the "S" mode position as follows: D Shift into the "5" (fifth range) position. The transmission - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 352
STARTING AND DRIVING Vehicles with the cruise control - When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from "D" or "5" (fifth range) to "4" (fourth range), engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For vehicle speed reduction, see page 329. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 353
lever is shifted into the "R" position with the ignition switch in the "ON" position, rear view monitor system will activate. For instructions, see "Rear view monitor system" on page 324. 31L324 " 1 Brake pedal 2 "R" (Reverse) position 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 354
, in order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use overdrive. The selector lever must be in the "4" position. CAUTION " 1 Parking brake pedal 3 "P" (Park) position 2 Brake pedal Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 355
shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you cannot shift system has 3 modes: Normal, Power and Snow modes. Normal mode: For ordinary driving, Lexus recommends that you use the normal mode to improve fuel economy - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 356
such as in snow. In this mode, the spinning of the rear wheels is controlled appropriately. When you push the driving pattern selector switch on the Sensors The Lexus park assist system will help you to easily park by detecting any obstacle around your vehicle with ultrasonic sensors and informing - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 357
beeping interval becomes shorter. To turn off the system, push the main switch again. 31L340 You can use this system in either of the following ways. D Push the main switch of the Lexus park assist system with the ignition on. A beep sounds for one second. After the system self−check is performed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 358
The beeps can be activated or deactivated. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. 34L148b "Front or rear obstacles Depending on the distance between your The number of bars will decrease from 4 to 3, and the beeps sound at shorter intervals than in step 1 . About 25 cm (0.8 ft.) to about 37.5 cm (1.1 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 359
2. The beeps sound at shorter intervals than in step 1 . Less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.): The number of arcs will decrease from 2 to 1, and the bar blinks while the beeps sound continuously. The system self check is automatically performed when the Lexus park assist system is turned on. At this time - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 360
above message appears. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Lexus park assist system operating hints W286 If icicles, snowflakes or mud gets on the sensor or it is frozen, the sensor may not be able to detect an obstacle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 361
CAUTION Do not install an accessory or the like within the sensor detection range. Doing so may cause the Lexus park assist system to malfunction, resulting in an accident. Especially in cold weather, a malfunction warning screen may appear on the display due to frozen sensors. If the "Clean - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 362
D Shorter objects D Tall objects with the upper part projected For vehicles with a Navigation System, the park assist graphics appear both on the navigation display and multi−information display. For details, see the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". For vehicles sold in Canada This ISM - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 363
. CAUTION D Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing up. Always make sure your intended path is clear. Use caution just as you would when backing up any vehicle. D Never back up while looking only at the screen. The image on the screen is different from actual conditions - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 364
with water and wipe with a soft cloth. If the lens is extremely dirty, wash it with a mild cleanser and rinse. D The displayed image may become darker and moving images may be slightly distorted when the system is cold. When backing up, be sure to check behind and all around the vehicle visually - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 365
to vehicle orientation or road conditions. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAMERA 31L352 The rear view monitor system camera is located on the trunk as shown in the illustration. The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 366
a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down a gradient, within the limits of engine performance. On steeper hills, a great speed change will occur so it is better to drive without the , cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down. 327 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 367
you can now set your desired cruising speed. Another push on the button will turn the system completely off. When the ignition switch is turned off, the "ON−OFF" button is also automatically turned off. To use the cruise control again, push the "ON−OFF" button again to turn it on. "Each - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 368
a slower speed with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. You can cancel the preset cruise control. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. 3 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 369
the brake pedal or using the cruise control, push the "ON−OFF" button to turn the system is some trouble in the cruise control system. D The Lexus dealer and have your Lexus inspected. 31L359a "Dynamic radar cruise control (Vehicles with pre−collision safety system) 1 Millimeter wave grille - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 370
STARTING AND DRIVING 31L363 31L631 "Dynamic laser cruise control (Vehicles without pre−collision safety system) 1 Laser radar sensor "Inside view 1 Master warning light 2 Multi−information display 3 "CRUISE" indicator light 4 DISP2 switch (for changing vehicle−to−vehicle distance) 5 Cruise - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 371
AND DRIVING CAUTION Always drive carefully and attentively when using either cruise control mode. Read and understand the Owner's Manual thoroughly before using the cruise control. To avoid death or serious injury, do not rely on the system to avoid accidents or to control the vehicle's speed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 372
and the vehicle ahead. Always confirm the setting in the multi−information display. For the vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode, see collision−avoidance system and will not prevent accidents. The dynamic radar cruise control is a vehicle speed control device that is intended for use only on - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 373
as well as measuring the vehicle−to−vehicle distance. The detection range of the sensor is about 120 m (400 ft.) ahead. When the dynamic laser cruise control avoid serious injury, you must use caution and be attentive to road and traffic conditions while using dynamic laser cruise control. The - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 374
to about 135 km/h (85 mph). The multi−information display shows the preset speed, the detected vehicle ahead front, the system may slow your vehicle abruptly, but the automatic braking will cease if the speed decreases below about 40 km/h (25 mph) requiring the driver's manual application of brakes - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 375
sensor automatically detects dirt if it is sticking to the front of the sensor or grille cover of your vehicle, and if detected, a message is shown on the multi−information display. However, if the sensor or grille your trunk or on top of your rear seats is raising up the nose of your vehicle. 336 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 376
used in the following conditions, to avoid death or serious injury. D In bad weather (such as rain, fog, snow, sandstorms, or when raindrops or snowflakes get in the millimeter wave radar sensor or the grille engine braking, resulting in death or serious injury. (In this case, automatic braking will - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 377
shown on the multi−information display. However, if the sensor glass is covered with gas (black smoke) is coming from the vehicle ahead or other vehicles around you, obscuring your front view. D Protective film is attached to the reflectors on the vehicle ahead, or reflectors are not installed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 378
used in the following conditions, to avoid serious injury or death. D In bad weather (such as rain, fog, snow, sandstorms or direct sunlight, or when raindrops or snowflakes get in the laser radar sensor engine braking, resulting in serious injury or death. (In this case, automatic braking will - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 379
be used when exiting from, or when entering or merging onto a freeway. When you are following a slower moving vehicle and exiting, the sensor "ON−OFF" button again will turn the system completely off and "CRUISE OFF" will appear in the multi−information display. When the ignition is turned off, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 380
− information display will return to the vehicle−to−vehicle distance screen about 6 seconds after the vehicle−to−vehicle distance screen has been changed to another screen. (c) Setting operation CAUTION To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, keep the "ON−OFF" button off when not using - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 381
and the multi−information display indicates a warning message such as "Cruise not Available", "Clean Radar Sensor" or "Check Cruise System". If any of control lever toward you, in the "CANCEL" direction. b. Depressing the brake pedal. c. Pushing the "ON−OFF" button at the end of the cruise control lever - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 382
preset speed automatically cancels out. At this time, the multi−information display shows "RADAR READY" and the dynamic radar/laser cruise brake system is activated by automatic braking. (The warning tone sounds.) d. The sensor does not operate properly because a foreign matter sticks to the sensor. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 383
for other than the above reasons, do not operate the dynamic radar/laser cruise control. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. 3 Resetting to a faster speed Press the control lever upward in the "+ RES" direction - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 384
you are pressing the control lever downward, the system will memorize the upper limit of the preset use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. If the preset speed has been cancelled, when you push the lever up in the "+ RES" direction while "RADAR READY" shows up on the multi−information - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 385
on, acceleration and deceleration are automatically performed in proportion to the speed of with the vehicle ahead unless you manually depress the brake pedal to slow down your ) or your vehicle condition (steering wheel maneuvering, position in the lane or system will not function properly. 346 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 386
vehicle in front of you leaves of the vehicle ahead, so increasing the preset vehicle speed using the control lever does not accelerate the vehicle. However, if "Middle" to "Short" and then back to "Long". You can confirm the setting on the multi−information display. It should be noted that pushing - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 387
avoidance system. If an approach warning is activated, depress the brake pedal to decelerate to ensure an appropriate vehicle−to−vehicle distance. CAUTION D Select the vehicle−to−vehicle distance considering traffic conditions. The approximate vehicle−to−vehicle distance based on time interval when - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 388
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION Braking control will not ensure that your vehicle will reduce speed appropriately of you, inadequate braking will make your vehicle closer to the vehicle ahead of you and the multi−information display flashes and beeps. The driver must depress the brake pedal to slow - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 389
the speed setting D The accelerator pedal is depressed or immediately after the release of the accelerator pedal " 1 Millimeter wave grille cover 2 Millimeter wave radar sensor The millimeter wave radar sensor is used for vehicle−to−vehicle distance control cruising. When the millimeter wave radar - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 390
by your Lexus dealer. D Do not disassemble the millimeter wave radar sensor. D Do not affix a sticker (including a transparent sticker) or attach an accessory around the millimeter radar sensor or the grille cover. D Do not modify or paint the grille cover. When replacing the cover, be sure to use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 391
a sticker (including a transparent sticker) or attach an accessory around the laser radar sensor. This product is a class I laser product complied with 21 C.F.R part 1040.10 and 1040.11. " 1 Laser radar sensor The laser radar sensor is used for vehicle−to−vehicle distance control cruising. When the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 392
radar sensor or grille cover while the dynamic radar cruise control is on, the above message appears. 31L333 If there is trouble somewhere the system might be malfunctioning. Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus dealer. Dynamic laser cruise control- If the system - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 393
wiper lever in the "AUTO" position. D Direct sunlight from the front In the following cases, the dynamic radar/laser cruise control switches to performed or if the warning message still appears, the system might have malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 394
in the "AUTO" position) D No direct sunlight from the front In the above conditions, press the control lever upward in performed or if the warning message still appears, the system might have malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus dealer. w281 If the system - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 395
driving up or down a gradient, within the limits of engine performance. On steeper hills, the speed will change more radically so information display. D The conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode of the dynamic radar/laser cruise control should not be used use engine braking to slow down. 356 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 396
cruising speed. Pushing the "ON−OFF" button again will turn the system completely off and "CRUISE OFF" will appear in the multi−information display. However, once the vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode activates and is used, it cannot be changed to the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 397
the multi−information display indicates a warning message such as "Check Cruise System". If information display switches to another screen. When you turn the "ON−OFF" button on again, the warning message comes back "CANCEL" direction. b. Depressing the brake pedal. c. Pushing the "ON−OFF" button at - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 398
from the beginning. If cancelled by the above cases, the multi−information display shows nothing and the conventional cruise control enters the ready mode the cruise control. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. 3 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 399
depress the brake pedal and cruise control mode, engine braking will not be applied brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever, by depressing the brake the system malfunction the system off and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 400
: Vehicle height Normal Driving condition Medium and high speed driving Low speed driving " 1 High position 2 Normal position High This system maintains a stable vehicle height, regardless of occupants and luggage weight. Select either of the following modes using a selector switch. 361 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 401
is malfunctioning, "Height Hi" appears on the multi−information display, the master warning light comes on and a warning tone sounds. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have the system checked by your Lexus dealer at the first opportunity. " 1 Sports position 2 Normal position The - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 402
operating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the rear wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light blinks. D You may feel vibration or noise in your vehicle, caused by operation of the brakes. This indicates the system is functioning properly. The slip indicator - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 403
push the "TRAC OFF" switch to turn off the system. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The indicator light does not come on , turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing your wheels. To turn off: Push " - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 404
and the above message appears. If the message appears, the vehicle stability control system and traction control system do not work. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. You may hear a sound in the engine compartment - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 405
pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer. D In situations where the road surface is covered with - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 406
, the vehicle stability control system and traction control system do not work. Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power−assist the brakes. If the engine should - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 407
a moderate speed and safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, because there are limits to the vehicle stability and effectiveness of steering wheel operation even with the anti−lock brake system on. If tire grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 408
from the vehicle in front of you. Compared with vehicles without an anti−lock brake system, your vehicle may require Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti−lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. The use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 409
. Drum−in−disc type parking brake system Your vehicle has a drum−in−disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding−down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bedding−down. 370 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 410
weight are on the tire and loading information label. (For instructions, see "Checking tire inflation pressure" on page 469.) Installed your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. The tire pressure warning system does tire, snow tires, or tire chains are used. D The tire inflation pressure is excessively - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 411
Initialization was not performed correctly after replacing or rotating tires or wheels. D The outside temperature is below 0_C (32_F) or above 40_C (104_F). If the warning message appears again on the multi−information display after adjusting tire inflation pressure, the system may be malfunctioning - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 412
to be initialized after tires or wheels are replaced or rotated. To initialize the system, perform the following: 1. Park the vehicle at a safe place with the parking brake applied and turn the ignition switch to "LOCK". 2. Adjust the pressure of all the installed tires to the specified level. (See - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 413
. At this time the multi−information display indicates which part causes an error. Although it is no problem to continue driving with the above message on the display, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT INDICATORS 13L338 " 1 Master warning - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 414
dynamic radar cruise control) When the pre−collision safety system detects what it perceives to be an unavoidable collision, the front seat belts are quickly drawn back by the retractors (pre−collision seat belts) and more powerful braking is applied according to the amount of pedal depression to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 415
sticker) or attach an accessory around the millimeter radar sensor or the grille cover. D Do not modify or paint the grille cover. When replacing the cover, be sure to use a genuine cover. Pre−collision seat belts (Front seat belts only) When the pre −collision sensor detects an object or vehicle - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 416
vehicle might collide, and determines that a collision may be unavoidable, depressing the brake pedal provides more powerful braking according to the amount of pedal depression. The pre−collision brake assist system will operate in the following conditions: D When the ignition switch is turned on - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 417
either of the following messages may appear. w277 If there is a problem somewhere in the pre−collision safety system, the above message appears. If the above message appears, the pre−collision safety system may not operate. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. 378 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 418
could not detect the object and the system does not work properly. D Even if the pre−collision safety is operative in an unavoidable collision, unless the seat belts are worn and the brake pedal is depressed, the pre−collision seat belts and pre−collision brake assist system will not work. 379 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 419
no object with which your vehicle may collide, the pre−collision safety system may be activated as follows: D The pre−collision seat belts work to quickly draw back the front seat belts by the retractors (pre−collision seat belts). D The pre−collision brake assist system works to apply more powerful - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 420
STARTING AND DRIVING 381 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 421
394 395 Break−in period ...Operation in foreign countries ...Tips for driving in various conditions ...Winter driving tips ...Dinghy towing ...Trailer towing ...How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer ...Vehicle load limits ...Cargo and luggage ... 382 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 422
cause severe damage to the tires and/or wheels. D When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in "P". If necessary, block the wheels. D Washing your vehicle or driving through deep - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 423
. D Do not leave your vehicle unattended while the engine is running. D Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. It can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy. D To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift. Remember, if you ride the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 424
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 snow or water accumulated in and around the parking - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 425
of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jumper cables, etc. DINGHY TOWING 32L013a Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with four wheels on the ground) behind a motorhome. NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to your vehicle. 386 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 426
passenger−carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. For your safety and the safety - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 427
trailer tongue load. it also includes the weight of any special equipment installed on your vehicle. D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 428
DRIVING TIPS Hitches D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Lexus dealer should be consulted. D Use only a hitch which is recommended by Lexus dealer and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. D Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer. Lubricate the hitch ball - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 429
to the total trailer weight. Maintenance D If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. For this information, please refer to the scheduled maintenance information in the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance". D Retighten all - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 430
backing without a trailer.) Also, just turn the steering wheel a little at a time, avoiding sharp or prolonged turning. Have someone guide you when backing In order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use overdrive. Transmission shift range position must be - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 431
if it cannot be avoided, do so only after performing the following: 1. Apply the brakes and keep them applied. 2. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release your brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. 4. Apply - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 432
This causes premature wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. D Maintain a moderate speed on highways. The faster you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. By reducing your speed, you will cut down on fuel consumption. D Keep the front wheels in proper alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and slow - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 433
to poor fuel economy. For longer life of 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 "Owner 's Manual - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 434
better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) to the steering ability and braking ability, which may cause an accident. CAUTION D Do not place anything on the package tray behind the rear seatback - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 435
Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on the tire and loading information label affixed on the center pillar on the driver side. Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 436
from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load 1 Cargo capacity 2 Total load capacity In case that 2 people with the combined weight of 166 kg (366 lb.) are riding in your vehicle with the total load - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 437
the number of occupants causes the excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you have to reduce the cargo limits" on page 394. CAUTION Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capacity, do not - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 438
DRIVING TIPS 399 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 439
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your engine stalls while driving ...If your vehicle will not start ...If you cannot increase engine speed ...If your vehicle overheats ...If you have a flat tire ...If your vehicle becomes stuck ...If your vehicle needs to be towed ...If you - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 440
. You may try jump starting. See "(c) Jump starting" for further instruction. If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Customer Service Assistance. (See "Foreword".) CAUTION If the engine is not running - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 441
or cause a collision when the engine starts. Also the three−way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard. If the engine turns over at instructions. 2. If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Customer Service - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 442
poisonous and corrosive. Wear protective safety glasses when The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near. Use only jump starting. 40L140a NOTICE The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 443
use burns.) If the booster battery is an extended maintenance interval battery, it is not necessary to remove the battery. Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked. CAUTION When on), you should have it checked at your Lexus dealer. If the first start attempt is not - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 444
problem somewhere in the electronic throttle control system . Move the vehicle to a safe place by means of creeping and call a Lexus dealer for assistance: 1. Depress the brake . Call your Lexus dealer for assistance. CAUTION D The above method of moving the vehicle is for emergency. Use it only for - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 445
it checked as soon as possible by your Lexus dealer. CAUTION When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under a vehicle supported by a jack. Otherwise, personal injury may occur. D Do - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 446
level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P". Block the wheel diagonally opposite to the one being changed if under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. D Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing. D Do not raise the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 447
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Access to spare tire 40L080 40L079 2. Lift up the back side of the board and secure the board by hooking the lever at the top of the trunk lid opening as shown. Make sure the board is secured and does not fall down. 1. Pull up the deck board. 408 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 448
towing) 3 Jack handle 4 Spare tire 5 Jack 1. Get the tool, jack and spare tire. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack and each tool, and their storage locations. NOTICE If you close the trunk lid with the board hooked, the hook may be - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 449
jack is firmly secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. When storing the spare tire, place it with the inner side of the wheel facing up. Then bolt the tire in place and install the spare tire cover to prevent the tire from flying forward during a collision or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 450
wheel, place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels. 3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle. Turn the wheel Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 451
making sure no one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed. Allow for the fact that you need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing . CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 412 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 452
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40L163 40L164 6. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. 7. Remove the wheel ornament. When installing the alloy wheels, remove the wheel ornament from the flat tire and replace it on the newly installed tire. 413 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 453
started through its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts. Reinstall the wheel nuts and tighten them as much as you can by hand. Press the tire back and see if you can tighten them more. CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 454
tighten the wheel nuts. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten the nuts. Do not use other tools pressure of the replaced tire is low, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 455
to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden braking. D When reinstalling a standard tire, take due care in handling the vehicle from the obstruction. (For details, see "Vehicle stability control system" on page 365.) CAUTION Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 456
the transmission and other parts. D Do not depress wheel lift type truck (b) Using a flat bed truck (c) Never tow with a sling type truck Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Lexus dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle carefully in accordance with the instructions - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 457
D From rear 40L171 40L172 Place the ignition switch in the "ACC" position. Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. NOTICE NOTICE Never tow a vehicle from the front with rear wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission. D Do not tow with the key removed or in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 458
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (b) Using a flat bed truck 40L168 40L173 " A Front D Tie down points B Rear If your Lexus is transported by a flat bed, it should be tied down at locations A and B as shown above. 40L076 40L174d "Rear eyelets 419 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 459
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE D Do not use the rear eyelets. D Before your vehicle is transported by 40L175 NOTICE Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear. This may cause body damage. If you use chains or wires to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded black must - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 460
it done by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service. If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. To install the front towing eyelet, see - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 461
the eyelet is not broken or damaged and that the installation bolts are not loose. D Fasten the towing cable or front and the back of the tires. D Place stones or wood under the tires. CAUTION If the emergency towing eyelet is used Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. 422 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 462
towing eyelet 40L180 40L178a 3. Tighten the towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut wrench. 1. Remove the towing eyelet cover on the front bumper by pushing the right side of the cover. CAUTION When installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet securely. If the eyelet - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 463
lever out of "P" position to other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button as follows: 1. Turn the Start the engine. For your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. 2. Pry up - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 464
keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobilizer system must be replaced. See the suggestion given in "Keys" on page 10. You can use the wireless remote control system with the new key. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 465
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Maintenance requirements ...General maintenance ...Does your vehicle need repairing? ...Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs ... 5 427 428 431 432 For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Owner's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 466
to be serviced at regular intervals. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the "Owner's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance". It is recommended that only genuine Lexus parts be used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system. The owner may elect to use non−Lexus - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 467
. Simple instructions for how to perform them are presented in Section 6. If you are a skilled do−it−yourself mechanic, the Lexus service manuals are recommended. Please be aware that do − it − yourself maintenance can affect your warranty coverage. See "Owner 's Guide", "Owner 's Manual Supplement - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 468
Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. You do not have to add distilled water. For longer life of the battery, however, see page 496 for additional information. Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See page 467 for additional information. Engine oil level - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 469
vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in "P" position and all brakes released. Vehicle exterior Items listed below should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid after the vehicle has been parked - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 470
schedule. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance".) See page 481 for additional information. DOES YOUR VEHICLE NEED REPAIRING? Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip−offs that indicate service - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 471
system. When the OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. In this case, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service such as a loose fuel tank cap, your - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 472
MAINTENANCE 433 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 473
SECTION SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Introduction 6-1 435 436 437 438 440 442 Vehicle identification ...Theft prevention labels ...Engine compartment overview ...Do−it−yourself service precautions ...Parts and tools ...Positioning the jack ... 434 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 474
on the left top of the instrument panel and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. 61L017a The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 435 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 475
reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. The label is designed so that once it is applied the integrity of the label. Transferring these labels intact from one part to another will be impossible. NOTICE You should not attempt to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 476
INTRODUCTION ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fuse box Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Washer fluid tank Radiator Condenser Engine coolant reservoir Electric cooling fans Power steering fluid reservoir 61L016i 9 10 11 437 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 477
that improper or incomplete servicing may result in operating problems. Performing do−it−yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate Lexus Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This Section gives instructions only for those items - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 478
related accessories contain lead to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint. D Before closing the engine hood, check to see Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 479
parts and tools you will need to perform do−it−yourself maintenance. Remember all Lexus parts are designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric. Checking the engine coolant level Parts (only for adding oil) Checking brake fluid Parts (if level is low): D FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 480
adding fluid) Adding washer fluid Parts: D Water D Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: D Funnel Checking Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as original Checking the cartridge type fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Genuine Lexus - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 481
any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Otherwise, personal injury may occur. D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P". Block the wheels - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 482
INTRODUCTION NOTICE Make sure to place the jack correctly, or your vehicle may be damaged. 443 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 483
SECTION SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS316. Engine 6-2 445 448 450 451 452 453 456 458 458 Specifications ...Fuel ...Fuel pump shut off system ...Facts about engine oil consumption ...Used engine oil ...Checking the engine oil level ...Checking the engine coolant level ...Checking the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 484
ENGINE 317.SPECIFICATIONS - GENERAL Model Type Bore and stroke Displacement Valve clearance (engine cold) Intake Exhaust Drive belt tension - FUEL Fuel type Octane rating Unleaded gasoline only 91 (Research octane number 96) or higher 3UZ−FE 8 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline 91.0 X 82.5 mm (3.58 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 485
ENGINE - LUBRICATION SYSTEM Oil capacity Drain and refill with filter without filter Oil grade Recommended oil viscosity 5W−30 62L042 Outside temperature NOTE: "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivalent to satisfy the above - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 486
ENGINE 318.- COOLING SYSTEM Capacity Coolant type 9.5 L (10.0 qt., 8.4 lmp.qt.) "Toyota Super Long Life acids.) Do not use plain water alone. NOTE: "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is used in your Lexus vehicle at factory fill. In order to avoid technical problems, only use "Toyota Super Long Life - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 487
use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three−way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly. Also, this can increase maintenance costs. Lexus recommends the use and customer satisfaction through better vehicle performance. - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 488
gasoline brands. If this does not rectify your problem, then consult your Lexus dealer. NOTICE D Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. D If drivability problems are encountered (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 489
ENGINE D Take care not to spill gasohol during refueling. Gasohol may cause paint damage. FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SYSTEM323. The fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision. To restart the - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 490
true level accurately. For example, if a vehicle is used for repeated short trips and consumes a normal amount of is because the oil is gradually becoming diluted with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level chamber. This oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 491
and used oil filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Lexus dealer or a service station for information concerning recycling or disposal. NOTICE Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine trouble due to insufficient oil. For detailed information - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 492
dipstick. 1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine. 2. Pull the dipstick out, hold a rag under the end and wipe it clean. 3. Reinsert the dipstick and push it - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 493
type as already in the engine. Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil a little at a time, checking the dipstick. We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil. The approximate quantity of oil needed to fill between the low level mark and the full level mark on the dipstick - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 494
Standardization and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container. SAE 5W−30 is the best choice, for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W−30 is not available, SAE 10W−30 may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W−30 at - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 495
ENGINE To ensure excellent lubrication performance for your engine, "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" is available, which has been specifically tested and approved for all Lexus engines. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details about "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil". 328.CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 496
water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Lexus dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. Coolant type selection329. Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system. Only use "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or similar high quality ethylene glycol - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 497
either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. 331.SPARK radiator and condenser, do not perform the work by yourself. Your engine is fitted with iridium−tipped spark plugs. NOTICE Use only iridium−tipped spark plugs - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 498
ENGINE 459 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 499
487 Specifications ...Checking brake fluid ...Checking power steering fluid ...Checking tire inflation pressure ...Tire information ...Types of tires ...Rotating tires ...Checking and replacing tires ...Installing snow tires and chains ...Replacing wheels ...Aluminum wheel precautions ...Suspension - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 500
information label only: Use of differential oil other than "Toyota Genuine Differential Synthetic gear oil API GL−5 SAE 75W−90" or its equivalent may damage the differential gear of your vehicle and diminish fuel efficiency. For the reasons mentioned above, Lexus recommends use the problem described - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 501
Conditions listed in your "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance". When changing the automatic transmission fluid, use only "Toyota Genuine ATF WS" ( ATF JWS 3324 or NWS 9638) to aid in assuring maximum transmission performance. NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid other than - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 502
Pedal clearance Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit Parking brake lining wear limit Parking brake adjustment Fluid type 70 mm (2.8 in.) Min. *1 1 − 6 mm (0.04 of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf.) with the engine running *2Parking brake adjustment when depressed with the pressure of 294 N (30 kgf, 66.1 lbf - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 503
pressure molded on the tire sidewall. Wheel size Wheel nut torque 17 x 7 1/2JJ 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf.) NOTE: For complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire inflation pressure" through "Aluminum wheel precautions" on page 469 through 486 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 504
pressure molded on the tire sidewall. Wheel size Wheel nut torque 18 x 7 1/2JJ 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf.) NOTE: For complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire inflation pressure" through "Aluminum wheel precautions" on page 469 through 486 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 505
pressure molded on the tire sidewall. Wheel size Wheel nut torque 18 x 7 1/2JJ 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf.) NOTE: For complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire inflation pressure" through "Aluminum wheel precautions" on page 469 through 486 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 506
sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or paintwork. To check the fluid level, simply look brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear. So be sure to keep the reservoir filled. If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious mechanical problem - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 507
CHASSIS CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID 63L012a 63L011a " 1 If cold O.K. 4 If hot add Check the fluid level on the through the reservoir. If necessary, add automatic transmission fluid DEXRONRII or III. If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little more in frigid - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 508
the power steering reservoir could be damaged if fluid is spilled on it. 63L027a The recommended cold tire inflation pressure, tire size and the combined weight of occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described on the tire and loading information label. 469 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 509
The following instructions for checking weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced. Inspection and adjustment procedure 63L024 " 1 Tire valve 2 Tire pressure gauge 1. Remove the tire valve cap. 2. Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge to the tire valve. 3. Read the pressure using - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 510
Install the tire valve cap. If a gauge and air pump are not available, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus wear D Uneven wear D Poor handling D Possibility of blowouts from an overheated tire D Poor sealing of the tire bead D Wheel tire inflation pressure may waste fuel, reduce the comfort of - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 511
CHASSIS TIRE INFORMATION Tire symbols 63L029 "The illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 472 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 512
and Tire Identification Number (TIN)" on page 474. Location of tread wear indicators: For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on page may be inflated. For recommended cold tire inflation pressure, see "Tires and wheels" on pages 464 through 466. Uniform tire quality grading: For details, see - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 513
3 Tire manufacturer's identification mark 4 Tire size code 5 Manufacturer's optional tire type code 6 Manufacturing week 7 Manufacturing year The "DOT" . "The illustration indicates typical tire size. 1 Tire use (P=Passenger car, T=Temporary use) 2 Section width (in millimeters) 3 Aspect ratio - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 514
CHASSIS Name of each section of tire 63L025a 63SA14 " 1 Section width 2 Tire height 3 Wheel diameter " 1 Bead 2 Sidewall 3 Shoulder 4 Tread 5 Belt 6 Inner liner 7 Reinforcing rubber 8 Carcass 9 Rim lines 10 Bead wires 11 Chafer 475 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 515
150 would wear one and a half (1 − 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 516
(whether installed or not) the weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine the sum of - (a) curb weight; (b) accessory weight; (c) vehicle capacity weight; and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 517
of Table 1 that follows the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 518
the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight ( seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 Vehicle normal load, Number of occupants 2 3 Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 in front 2 in front, 1 in second seat - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 519
use tires other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels use all year round. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance acceleration and handling performance compared with summer not have the same traction performance as snow tires, summer tires - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 520
warning system" on page 371. 63L020a To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Lexus recommends that you rotate your tires according to the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Owner 's Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance".) However - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 521
the sidewall of each tire. The tires on your Lexus have built −in tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need replacement. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the they have never or seldom been used. This applies also to the spare tire and tires stored for future - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 522
originally installed tires. Using any other the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the Certification Label. For details about the Certification Label and sidewall of the tire, see pages 435 and 472. CAUTION Observe the following instructions - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 523
to location or type of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains. Use SAE Class "S" type radial tire chains, with the exception of radial cable chains or V−bar type chains. CAUTION Observe the following instruction. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 524
possible. Do not use tire chains on the front tires. Retighten chains after driving 0.5 − 1.0 km (1/4 − 1/2 mile). When installing chains on your tires, carefully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer. REPLACING WHEELS When to replace your wheels If you have wheel damage such as bending - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 525
tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles). D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. D Use only Lexus wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. D When balancing your wheels, use only Lexus balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. D As - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 526
CHASSIS SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control. 487 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 527
SECTION SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Electrical components 6-4 489 496 498 499 501 503 503 505 Specifications ...Checking battery and replacing the blade type fuses ...Checking the cartridge type fuses ...Adding washer fluid ...Checking the headlight aim ...Replacing light bulbs ... 488 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 528
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SPECIFICATIONS − FUSE LOCATIONS − FUSES 64L208b 64L098a "Driver's side kick panel " 1 2 3 4 Engine compartment Passenger's side kick panel Driver's side kick panel Trunk 489 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 529
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 64L099a 64L097c "Passenger's side kick panel "Trunk 490 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 530
view mirror control system, Console box light, Fuel opener system, Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) Power seat system Gauges and meters, Lexus park assist system, Shift lock system Tilt and telescopic steering, Power door lock system, Power seat system, Engine immobilizer system 64L204 64L205 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 531
, Steering lock system, Starting system Emergency flashers Steering lock system All components in "STA" and "IG2", Starting system Power door lock system, Engine immobilizer system, Steering lock system, Front power seat, Rear power seat Tilt and telescopic steering, Headlight switch, Windshield - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 532
seat Headlight leveling system, Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) Rain sensor, Air conditioning system, Moon roof, Multi−information display, Clock Seat heater, Climate control seat system Air conditioning system, Audio system, Clock, Multi−information display, Illuminated entry system Front - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 533
LCE LP S/ROOF FUEL OPN AMP P P/SEAT RR SEAT LH RR SEAT RH AMPERE 15 7.5 30 10 30 30 30 30 Sunshade 59 License plate lights Moon roof Fuel opener system, Trunk lid closer system Audio system Power seat system Power seat system Power seat system All components in "RR SEAT RH", "RR SEAT LH", "S/ROOF - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 534
−B", "P P/SEAT", "RR S/HTR", "RR S/SHADE", "RR A/C", "RR ACC", "FUEL OPN" and "LCE LP", Tail lights and Stop lights Right−hand headlight (low beam) Left−hand headlight (low beam) 84 Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system Multiport fuel injection system/sequential - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 535
battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas. D Do not cause a spark clothes. D Never inhale or swallow electrolyte. D Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery. D Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 536
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Checking battery exterior NOTICE D Make sure the engine and all accessories are turned off before performing maintenance. 64L085a D When checking the battery, remove the ground cable first and reinstall it last. D Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools. D Take - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 537
producing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle color. 1 2 3 BLUE − Good condition. WHITE − Charging necessary. Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer. RED − Have the battery checked by your Lexus accessories are turned off. 498 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 538
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE TYPE FUSES 64L207 64L087a "Driver's side kick panel "Engine compartment 1 Spare fuses 2 Pull−out tool 64L090 64L089a "Passenger's side kick panel "Engine compartment 499 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 539
lid. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the same value that you know is good. b. Only install a fuse with the amperage rating designated on the fuse , and use it if its amperage rating is the same. If you cannot use one of the same amperage, use one lower - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 540
in your vehicle for emergencies. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Lexus dealer correct it as soon as possible. CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE FUSES CAUTION Never use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, or any other object, in place of - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 541
overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer. omg062d "Good "Blown If the headlights or other electrical components do not entire wiring harness is damaged. CAUTION Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent for replacement. Never install an ordinary wire−even for a temporary fix - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 542
the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the the headlight aim: 1. Be sure that the body around the headlight is not deformed. 2. Park the vehicle on a level spot. 3. Get into the driver's seat and - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 543
vertical movement adjusting bolt 2 the same number of turns and in the same direction as step 1 using a Phillips−head screwdriver. 1. Turn the vertical movement adjusting bolt 1 in either direction using a Phillips−head screwdriver. At this time, keep the turning direction and number of turns in - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 544
to your Lexus dealer to have the light inspected as soon as possible. NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type. The inside of the lens of exterior lights such as headlights may temporarily fog up when the lens becomes wet in the rain or in a car wash. This is not a problem because the fogging - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 545
(High beam) Parking light Headlight (Low beam) Front turn signal light Front side marker light Fog light Bulb No. 9005 9006 W 60 5 35 21 5 51 Type A D B D D C 1 2 3 4 5 High mounted stoplight Trunk light License plate light Back−up light Rear turn signal light Bulb No. −−− 194 −−− 921 −−− W 21 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 546
bulbs B: D2S discharge bulbs C: HB4 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs E: Double end bulbs F: Single end bulbs 64L211 Light Bulbs 1 2 3 4 5 6 Front personal light Front interior light Front vanity light Rear vanity light Rear interior light, Rear personal light Door courtesy light Bulb No 194 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 547
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 508 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 548
SECTION SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS369. Body 6-5 510 511 512 514 Specifications ...Protecting your vehicle from corrosion ...Washing and waxing ...Cleaning the interior ... 509 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 549
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length Overall width Overall height - with electronically modulated air suspension - without electronically modulated air suspension Wheelbase Tread - Front capacity weight (occupants + cargo) Towing capacity (trailer weight + cargo weight) *Unladen vehicle - FUEL TANK - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 550
parts of the vehicle are dry. D Components of the vehicle which are prevented from quick−drying due to lack of proper ventilation are exposed to high ambient temperature. To help prevent corrosion on your Lexus for cleaning the vehicle's underside and wheel housings. Pay particular attention to - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 551
your Lexus Work in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is not hot to the touch. 1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Remove any mud or road salt from the underside of the vehicle or in the wheel wells. 2. Wash with a mild car−wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 552
the finish has become extremely weathered, use a car−cleaning polish, followed by a separate wax. Carefully follow the manufacturer 's instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint. NOTICE Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene, benzine or - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 553
under the floor carpet (or mat) and wear earlier. Remove dirt or sand using a vacuum cleaner. D If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent. D Never use used in your Lexus. Due to characteristics of leather products, some parts - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 554
soap or detergent and water. First vacuum over the upholstery to remove loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the non−leather trim. After Follow the manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior. 515 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 555
. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely. The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water. Use a cloth or sponge. As you are cleaning, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying or cuts. Air Conditioning Control Panel, Audio System, Instrument Panel - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 556
SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 7 Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...518 517 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 557
a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll−free: 1−800−25−LEXUS). If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 558
THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE M A I N T E N A N C E Regular maintenance is essential to obtaining the highest level of performance, safety and reliability from your Lexus. It can also enhance your vehicle's resale value. This section of the Owner's Manual Supplement is designed to help - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 559
date of service, 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 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 560
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 service information through Lexus technical - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 561
. To obtain this complimentary feature customization, contact your Lexus dealership. The dealership may verify performance of the service in the box on the next page. Complimentary First Scheduled Maintenance Service Lexus also provides your first scheduled maintenance service at no charge. The - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 562
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E Complimentary Feature Customization Must be obtained within 12 months of vehicle's in-service date. Dealer Service Verification In-service date: _____ Date of feature customization: _____ 101 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 563
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 5,000 Miles or 6 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J Inspect - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 564
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 15,000 Miles or 18 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Inspect engine air filter3 J Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 565
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 20,000 Miles or 24 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 566
brake pad thickness and rotor runout J Replace air conditioner filter J Replace brake fluid J Replace engine air filter J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430 ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses ____Fuel tank cap gasket - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 567
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 35,000 Miles or 42 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430)2 J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 568
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 45,000 Miles or 54 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Inspect engine air filter3 J Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 569
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 50,000 Miles or 60 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 570
brake fluid J Replace differential oil (ES 3304, IS 3005) J Replace engine air filter J Replace spark plugs (GS 300, IS 300)6 J Replace transmission fluid (ES 330, LS 430)4 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430 , fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 571
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 65,000 Miles or 78 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 572
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 75,000 Miles or 90 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Inspect engine air filter3 J Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 573
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 80,000 Miles or 96 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 574
brake pad thickness and rotor runout J Replace air conditioner filter J Replace brake fluid J Replace engine air filter J Replace timing belt J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430 and connections, fuel ____tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses ____ ____Fuel - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 575
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 95,000 Miles or 114 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 576
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 105,000 Miles or 126 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Inspect engine air filter4 J Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis4 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 577
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 110,000 Miles or 132 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 578
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 120,000 Miles or 144 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Replace brake fluid J Replace engine air filter J Replace spark plugs7 J Replace transmission fluid (ES 330, LS 430)5 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 579
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 125,000 Miles or 150 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 Sportcross) J Visually inspect brake pads/discs J Road-test vehicle J - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 580
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 135,000 Miles or 162 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 J Inspect engine air filter4 J Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis4 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 581
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG M A I N T E N A N C E 140,000 Miles or 168 Months J Replace engine oil and oil filter1 430)2 J Replace air conditioner filter (ES 330, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS J Rotate tires (all models except IS 300 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 582
filter J Replace brake fluid J Replace engine air filter J Replace engine coolant3 J Re-torque drive shaft flange bolts (IS 300, GS 300, GS 430, LS 430) J Rotate tires mountings ____Fuel lines and connections, fuel ____ tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses ____ ____Fuel tank cap gasket - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 583
. For further information on maintenance services 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 - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 584
N AT I O N OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS M A I N T E N A N C E Brake Lines and Hoses Differential Oil Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 585
gas leakage. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary. Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and Fuel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to your Owner's Manual - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 586
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 damage and uneven wear. Transmission Fluid Install new plugs of the same type as originally equipped. A qualified technician should perform this - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 587
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 _____ 126 M a i n t e n a n c e L o g - 2005 Lexus LS 430 | Owners Manual - Page 588
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Dynamic radar cruise control
(Vehicles with pre–collision safety system)
±
Millimeter wave grille cover
²
Millimeter wave radar sensor
"
Dynamic laser cruise control
(Vehicles without pre–collision safety system)
±
Laser radar sensor
This quick reference guide provides you with information on Dynamic Radar/Laser Cruise Control Vehicle–to–
Vehicle Distance Control Mode. Prior to use of this system, you should be thoroughly familiar with this system,
referring to “Dynamic Radar/Laser Cruise Control” in Section 3–1, Owner’s Manual in conjunction with this
quick reference guide.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
1
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Dynamic Laser Cruise Control
10
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