Lexus ES 330 2006 User Manual

FOREWORD

Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we have invested all our engineering and design resources; all the know− how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest motivation of our most talented employees; and our tradition of incessant 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 is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.

If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, please call the following number:

U.S. OWNERS

If you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number.

D When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada:

Lexus Roadside Assistance

Toll−free:1−800−25−LEXUS or 1−800−255−3987

D Hawaii:

Servco Automotive Roadside Assistance/Customer

Services

Toll−free:1−800−25−LEXUS or 1−800−255−3987

CANADIAN OWNERS

D When traveling in Canada or the U.S. mainland:

Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service

Toll−free:1−800−26−LEXUS or 1−800−265−3987

Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also.

All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

Please access our websites for further information.

D The U.S. mainland www.lexus.com D Hawaii www.servcolexus.com D Canada www.lexus.ca

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please read this page and the rest of the Owner’s Manual carefully to make sure you fully understand the operation of your vehicle.

This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy reference to the appropriate pages.

BASIC OPERATION — QUICK REFERENCE

Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily understandable way for quick reference.

SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points you should pay particular attention to.

1. Keys and doors

2. Switches

3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators

4. Interior equipment

5. Exterior equipment

6. Occupant restraint systems

7. Steering wheel and mirrors

SECTION 2 — AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO

The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are explained in detail. Be sure to read this Section so that you can make full use of them.

SECTION 3 — STARTING AND DRIVING

Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything in this Section, and remember — drive safely!

SECTION 4 — IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

This Section explains what to do in the event of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this Owner’s Manual and follow the instructions given.

SECTION 5 — MAINTENANCE

This Section explains the importance of regular maintenance. Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help to keep your vehicle in its 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.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

INDEX

The page number is listed for each item in the Owner’s Manual so that you can rapidly find the item and page you are searching for.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

The information you need to know for appropriate servicing at the gas station is provided here.

QUICK INDEX

This is designed so that you can quickly find the needed information when an urgent situation arises.

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 use of the manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

Occupant restraint systems

Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read Section 1−6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of helping you understand how you can receive the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides, Section 1−6 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important Section for you and your family to read.

Section 1−6 describes the function and operation concerning seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware of. These systems work together along with the overall structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced when it is used properly and together with other systems. No single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or your family with the equal level of restraint which these systems can provide when used together. That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other.

The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a collision. None of these systems, either individually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of collision. However, the more you know about these systems and how to use them properly, the greater your chances become of surviving an accident without death or serious injury.

Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with interior portions of the vehicle.

In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an object or some part of his or her body has been placed between the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. 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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1−6 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle.

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 data in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event Data Recorder (EDR).

The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the following information:

D Engine speed

D Whether the brake pedal was applied or not

D Vehicle speed

D To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed

D Position of the transmission selector lever

D Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts

or not

D Driver’s seat position

D Front passenger’s occupant classification

D SRS airbag deployment data

D SRS airbag system diagnostic data

If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC) system, its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include activating the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of the following information:

D Behavior of the vehicle

D Steering wheel angle

D Vehicle speed

D To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed

D To what extent the brake pedal was applied

D To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4

wheels

D Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data

The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers.

Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:

D An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing

company for a leased vehicle) is obtained

D Officially requested by the police or other authorities

D Used as a defense for Lexus in a law suit

D Ordered by the court

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

However, if necessary Lexus will:

D Use the data for research on Lexus vehicle safety

performance

D Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes

without disclosing details of the vehicle owner, and only when it is deemed necessary

D Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification

information to a non−Lexus organization for research purposes

New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited warranties:

D New vehicle warranty

D Emission control systems warranty

D Others

For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.

Your responsibility for maintenance

It is the owner’s responsibility 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”.

Important health and safety information about your Lexus

CAUTION

D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,

and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

D Battery posts, terminals and related accessories

contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non−genuine Lexus products. Modification with non−genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

Spark ignition system of your Lexus

The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment Standard.

Installation of a mobile two−way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two−way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, 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.

Tires and loading on your Lexus

Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the excess load may result in the deterioration of steering ability and braking ability, leading to an accident. Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner’s Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and load limits, see pages 360 and 288.

Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT

THIS MANUAL

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

In this manual you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in the following ways:

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.

Safety symbol

In this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

PICTORIAL INDEX

INSTRUMENT PANEL

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

PICTORIAL INDEX

Page

Door lock switch and power window

switches 17, 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving position memory switches 158. . . . . . . . . . .

Power rear view mirror control switches 166. . . . . .

Side vents 187. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument panel light control dial 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Headlight, turn signal and

fog light switches 24, 26, 29, 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio remote control switches 209, 240. . . . . . . . . . .

Ignition switch 251. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Speech command switch See the separate. . . . . . . .

“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

Multi−information display control button 59. . . . . . . .

Windshield wiper and washer switches 30. . . . . . . . .

Seat ventilator/heater switches 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency flasher switch 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clock 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio system or navigation system including audio system (For the navigation system, see the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) 192, 216. . .

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 52. . . . . .

“AIRBAG OFF” indicator light 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page

“AIRBAG ON” indicator light 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Security indicator light 6, 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glove box 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front passenger seat position

memory switches 160. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic air conditioning controls 176. . . . . . . . . .

Rear window and outside rear view mirror

defogger switch 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grocery bag hook 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission selector lever 254. . . . . . . .

Rear electric sunshade switch 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electronic modulated suspension

control switch 263. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cigarette lighter and ashtray 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traction control system off switch 265. . . . . . . . . . .

Cruise control switch 260. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power adjustable pedals switch 164. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking brake pedal 252. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auxiliary box 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood lock release lever 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid opener 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door opener 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in U. S. A.)

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

PICTORIAL INDEX

Page

Tachometer 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traction control system off indicator light 265. . . .

Vehicle stability control system/traction control

system warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine oil replacement reminder light 54. . . . . . . . . .

Headlight indicator light 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Headlight high beam indicator light 29. . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal indicator light 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light indicator light 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cruise control indicator light 260. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Slip indicator light 264, 267. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic headlight leveling system

warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low fuel level warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission indicator lights 254. . . . . .

Engine coolant temperature gauge 47. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page

Odometer and trip meter 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trip meter reset knob 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel gauge 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low washer fluid warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low engine oil level warning light 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Multi−information display 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear light failure warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low engine oil pressure warning light 53. . . . . . . . . .

Brake system warning light 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti−lock brake system warning light 56. . . . . . . . . . .

Driver’s seat belt reminder light 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Charging system warning light 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS warning light 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Open door warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Malfunction indicator lamp 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PICTORIAL INDEX

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in Canada)

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

PICTORIAL INDEX

Page

Tachometer 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traction control system off indicator light 265. . . .

Vehicle stability control system/traction control

system warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tail light indicator light 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Headlight high beam indicator light 29. . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal indicator light 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light indicator light 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cruise control indicator light 260. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Slip indicator light 264, 267. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic headlight leveling system

warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low fuel level warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission indicator lights 254. . . . . .

Engine coolant temperature gauge 47. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page

Odometer and trip meter 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trip meter reset knob 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel gauge 46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low washer fluid warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low engine oil level warning light 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Multi−information display 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear light failure warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low engine oil pressure warning light 53. . . . . . . . . .

Brake system warning light 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti−lock brake system warning light 56. . . . . . . . . . .

Driver’s seat belt reminder light 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Charging system warning light 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS warning light 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Open door warning light 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Malfunction indicator lamp 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL

Page

Tilt steering lock release

lever 164. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat position, seat cushion angle and height

control switch 99, 100. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seatback angle control

switch 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lumbar support control

switch 100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

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EXTERIOR VIEW

Page

Rear window defogger 35. . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire and wheel 360. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Moonroof 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside rear view mirror 165. . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Headlights 24, 26, 399. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood 84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wiper and

washer 30, 397. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section.

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You should know as much about the quality and importance of proper maintenance of your new vehicle as the people who built it.

The Lexus authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance.

The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor.

The Lexus authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.

Maintenance procedures for the engine, chassis, body, electrical system, and more, are clearly explained and illustrated.

Periodic maintenance and tune−up

Periodic maintenance and tune−up helps to prevent small problems from growing into larger ones later on. The repair manual outlines exactly what maintenance is required and clearly explains how to do the work yourself step−by−step.

Areas covered include such things as spark plug replacement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter replacement.

Where to obtain the Repair Manual

The repair manual for ES330 may be purchased from any Lexus dealer or the Material Distribution Center. To purchase the repair manual, please contact your Lexus dealer or call the Material Distribution Center toll−free at 1−800−622−2033.

GAS STATION INFORMATION

Fuel selection:

Premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance. However, if such premium type cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91).

Fuel tank capacity:

70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 Imp. gal.)

Engine oil:

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil

Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W−30

Oil capacity: L (qt., Imp. qt.) Drain and refill

With filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1) Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)

See page 347 for detailed information.

Engine coolant:

Capacity: 9.2 L (9.7 qt., 8.2 Imp. qt.)

Coolant type — “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology (Coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates

and organic acids.)

Do not use plain water alone.

For checking the engine coolant, see page 350.

Automatic transaxle:

Fluid type — Toyota Genuine ATF Type T−IV

See page 354 for detailed information.

Tire information:

See pages 360 through 380 for detailed information.

Tire inflation pressure:

cold tires

kPa (kgf/cm

or bar, psi)

Tire size: P215/60R16 94V

Front 200 (2.0, 29). . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear 200 (2.0, 29). . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spare 200 (2.0, 29). . . . . . . . . . . .

For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (99 mph), in countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add 40 kPa (0.4 kgf/cm

or bar, 6 psi) to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure molded on the tire sidewall.

Tire size: P215/55R17 93V

Front 210 (2.1, 30). . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear 210 (2.1, 30). . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spare 210 (2.1, 30). . . . . . . . . . . .

For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (99 mph), in countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm

or bar, 4 psi) to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pressure molded on the tire sidewall.

See page 356 or 357 for detailed information.

WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU − PLEASE BUCKLE UP

Lexus has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts.

Lexus belts are:

D Comfortable D Easy to use D Convenient

We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.

2006 ES330 from Aug. ’05 Prod. (OM33703U)

SECTION 1 – 1

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Keys and doors

Keys 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine immobilizer system 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wireless remote control 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Doors 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theft deterrent system 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KEYS AND DOORS

KEYS

Master keys (black) — These keys work in every lock. For your Lexus dealer to make a new key with a built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need one of them.

Valet key (gray) — This key will not open the glove box and rear armrest door in the rear seat.

Key number plate — Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and valet keys. These chips are needed to enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine.

To protect items locked in the trunk or glove box when using valet parking, leave the valet key with the attendant.

The trunk lid can be opened using a loop of wire in the trunk even with the trunk lid opener main switch in the glove box turned off. When keeping items in the trunk, be sure to turn off the trunk lid opener main switch and lock the glove box and rear armrest door. To turn off the main switch in the glove box, see page 86. For locking the glove box, see page 69. For locking the rear armrest door, see page 79.

Since the doors can be locked without a key, you should always carry the flat key or spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.

If you should lose 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 a safe place.

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Flat key

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 engine immobilizer system has been placed in the key case of the flat key. This chip is needed to enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose this key. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine.

Insert your key plate in its key case as shown. We recommend that you always carry this with you for emergency use. Do not leave it in your vehicle.

Starting the engine using a flat key

1. Remove the key plate from the key case.

2. Insert the key plate into the ignition switch. The indicator light keeps flashing.

3. Bring the key case closer to the ignition switch within 10 seconds as indicated by the arrow head. The indicator light goes out. This means the engine immobilizer system is automatically canceled. (For details, see “Engine immobilizer system” on page 6.) You can put the key case away then. You cannot cancel the engine immobilizer system if 10 seconds have past after you inserted the key plate. You need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from the step 2.

4. Start the engine within 20 seconds after the security indicator light goes out. You cannot start the engine if 20 seconds have past after the security indicator went off. You need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from the step 2.

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NOTICE

D Do not let the key case become bent as the key plate

may fall out or become bent also.

D The flat key is designed for emergency use only. So

do not use it regularly instead of other master keys.

When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following precautions:

D When starting the engine, do not use the key with a

key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip. Doing so may prevent the engine from starting, or may cause the engine to stop soon after it starts.

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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 the key grip. Doing so may prevent the engine from starting, or may cause the engine to stop soon after it starts. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it again after removing other transponder keys (including the flat key and keys of other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine.

D Do not bend the key grip or flat key.

D Do not cover the key grip or flat key with any material

that cuts off electromagnetic waves.

D Do not knock the key or flat key hard against other

objects.

D Do not leave the key or flat key exposed to high

temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight.

D Do 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.

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ENGINE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM

" Type A

" Type B

The engine immobilizer system is a theft prevention system. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the transponder chip in the key’s head transmits an electronic code to the vehicle. The engine will start only when the electronic code in the chip corresponds to the registered ID code for the vehicle.

The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. At this time, the security indicator light flashes. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the security indicator light goes out and the system is canceled automatically, which enables the engine to start.

For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master 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.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC ID: MOZRI−20BTY

FCC ID: MOZRI−16BTY−B

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For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For vehicles sold in Canada

This device complies with RSS−210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

Locking the doors and sounding an alarm

Indicator light

Unlocking the trunk lid

Unlocking the doors

When you operate any button on the key, push it slowly and surely. At this time, the indicator light on the key grip flashes once.

The operational range of the wireless remote control is approximately 1 meter (3 ft.). The effective range may vary with different conditions. To activate the wireless remote control without fail, do it approximately 1 meter (3 ft.) from your Lexus.

In the following cases, the battery in the key may be discharged. If this is the case, replace it using a special screwdriver.

D The remote control does not work.

D The operational range of wireless remote control becomes

extremely short.

D The indicator light on the key is dimmed or does not come

on.

For the replacement of the battery, see “Replacing the battery” on page 13. You can also have the battery of the key replaced by your Lexus dealer.

If you lose the wireless key, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See “If you lose your keys or lock yourself out” on page 319.)

You can use up to 4 wireless remote control keys for the same vehicle. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information.

The wireless remote control key is an electronic component. Observe the following instructions in order not to cause damage to the key.

D Do not leave the wireless remote control key in places

where the temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard.

D Do not disassemble it.

D Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping it.

D Avoid putting it in water.

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