Lexus GS300 2006, GS350 2006, GS400 2006, GS430 2006, GS450H 2006 Owner Manual
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SECTION 7
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
FOR U.S. OWNERS
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 598. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
FOR U.S. OWNERS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which
could cause 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 that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between
you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.,
Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto
Safety Hotline toll- free at 1- 800- 424- 9393 (or
366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety from
the Hotline.
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SECTION 6 –
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
Specifications 590. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your vehicle from corrosion 591. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing and waxing 592. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the interior 594. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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BODY
SPECIFICATIONS
- DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall length
Overall width 1820 mm (71.6 in.)
Overall height
Two-wheel drive models
Four-wheel drive models
Wheelbase 2850 mm (112.2 in.)
Tread – Front
– Rear
Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) 370 kg (815 lb.)
*Unladen vehicle
- FUEL TANK
Capacity
4825 mm (189.9 in.)
1425 mm (56.1 in.)*
1435 mm (56.4 in.)*
1535 mm (60.4 in.)
1540 mm (60.6 in.)
71 L (18.7 gal., 15.6 lmp.gal.)
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PROTECTING YOUR VEHICLE
FROM CORROSION
Proper care of your Lexus can help ensure long- term
corrosion prevention.
The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle
are:
The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in
hard-to-reach areas under the vehicle.
Chipping of paint or undercoating caused by minor
accidents or by stones and gravel.
The following conditions will cause or accelerate
corrosion of your vehicle, so it is important to keep your
vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible
and to repair any damage to paint or protective coatings
as soon as possible.
The presence of road salt or dust control chemicals, salt in
the air near the sea coast, industrial air pollution.
High humidity, especially at temperatures just above
freezing point.
Certain parts of your vehicle are wet or damp for an
extended period of time, even though other parts of the
vehicle are dry.
Components of the vehicle which do not dry quickly due to
lack of proper ventilation are exposed to high ambient
temperature.
To help prevent corrosion on your Lexus, follow these
guidelines:
Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing. In addition,
observe the following points.
If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live near
the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least
once a month to minimize corrosion.
High pressure water or steam is effective for cleaning the
vehicle’s underside and wheel housings. Pay particular
attention to these areas as it is difficult to see all the mud and
dirt. It will do more harm than good to simply wet the mud
and debris without removing them. The lower edge of
doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes
which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped
water in these areas can cause corrosion.
Wash the underside of the vehicle thoroughly when winter
is over.
See ”Washing and waxing” on page 592 for more tips.
Check the condition of your vehicle’s paint and trim. If you
find any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up
immediately to prevent corrosion from starting. If the chips or
scratches have gone through the bare metal, have a qualified
body shop make the repair.
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Check the interior of your vehicle. Water and dirt can
accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion.
Occasionally check under the mats to make sure the area is
dry. Be particularly careful when transporting chemicals,
cleansers, fertilizers, salt, etc. These should be transported in
proper containers. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately
clean and dry the area.
Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed
place. Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly
ventilated garage. If you wash your vehicle in the garage, or
if you drive it covered with water or snow, your garage may be
so damp as to cause corrosion. Even if your garage is heated,
a wet vehicle can corrode if the ventilation is poor.
WASHING AND WAXING
Washing your Lexus
Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing.
The following cases may cause weakness to the paint or
corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon
as possible.
When driving in a coastal area
When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze
When exposed to coal tar, tree sap, bird droppings and
carcass of an insect
When driving in areas where there is a lot of smoke, soot,
dust, iron dust or chemical substances
When the vehicle becomes remarkably dirty with dust and
mud
Hand-washing your Lexus
Work in th e 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 the wheel wells.
2. Wash with a mild car-wash soap, mixed according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep
it wet by dipping it frequently into the wash water. Do not rub
hard - let the soap and water remove the dirt.
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Fuel filler door: Do not apply water (high-pressure car wash,
for example) at or near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler door
opened. If the water enters the air vent, you may experience
trouble with refueling or rough engine idling.
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are
damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic
substances splash an ornament, be sure to wash them off with
water and check if the ornament is damaged.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent.
Plastic bumpers and side moldings: W ash carefully. Do not
scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper and side molding
faces are soft.
Exterior lights: Wash carefully. Do not use organic
substances or scrub them with a hard brush. This may
damage the surfaces of the lights.
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces.
3. Rinse thoroughly - dried soap can cause streaking. In hot
weather you may need to rinse each section right after you
wash it.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft
cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard - you might scratch the
paint.
NOTICE
Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene,
benzine or strong solvents), which may be toxic or
cause damage.
Do not scrub any part of the vehicle with a hard brush,
which may cause damage.
Automatic car wash
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but
remember that the paint can be scratched by some types of
brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process
itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially
on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able
to advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your
vehicle.
Waxing your Lexus
Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the
original beauty of your Lexus’ finish.
Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel
water well.
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle surface before you begin
waxing, even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If 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.
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3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but
remains on the surface in large patches.
Exterior lig h t s : Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses. If you accidentally put
wax on the light surfaces, wipe or wash it off.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
CAUTION
Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the
floor. This may prevent the SRS side airbags from
activating correctly, resulting in serious injury.
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow
water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle
interior or exterior. Water may get into audio
components or other electrical components above or
under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a
malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion.
Leather-trimmed interior
The selected leather is used in your Lexus. Due to
characteristics of leather products, some parts of leather may
be rough, uneven or scratched originally.
To keep good appearance, we recommend you to clean it
periodically twice a year.
Remove dirt on the leather in the following ways:
1. Wipe it off lightly using a soft cloth (e.g. gauze) dampened
with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool.
2. Wring water from a clean cloth and thoroughly wipe off all
traces of detergent with it.
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3. Wipe o f f the surface of the leather with a dry soft cloth. Allow
the leather to dry in a ventilated shaded area. Excess of wet
may cause the hardening or shrinking of the leather.
NOTICE
Dirt or sand adhered to the leather may damage the
treated surface and cause it to wear earlier. Remove
dirt or sand using a vacuum cleaner.
If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral
detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an
organic solvent.
Never use organic substances such as benzine,
alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions for
cleaning the leather as these could cause
discoloring.
Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may
scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.
Mildew may develop on soiled leather upholstery . B e
especially careful to avoid oil spots. T ry to keep your
upholstery always clean.
Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the
leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep your
vehicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.
The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot
summer days, so avoid placing on the upholstery
items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as
these tend to stick to leather when warm.
Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could
result in discoloration or staining.
Non-leather trim (Dash and sun visors)
The non-leather trim may be easily cleaned with a mild
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 allowing it to soak in for a few minutes
to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt and wipe off the soap with a
clean damp cloth. If all the dirt does not come off, repeat the
procedure. Commercial foaming- type cleaners are also
available which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
NOTICE
Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner
on the interior.
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Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts
Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as
possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some
are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which
you mix with water to produce a foam. To shampoo the
carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in
overlapping circles. Do not apply water - the best results are
obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. 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.
NOTICE
Use a good foam-type shampoo to clean the carpets.
Do not use dye or bleach on the belts - it may weaken
them.
Do not use the belts until they become dry.
The windows may be cleaned with any household
window cleaner.
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.
Air Conditioning Control Panel, Audio
System, Instrument Panel, Console Panel,
and Switches
Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning.
Soak a clean soft cloth in water or lukewarm water then lightly
wipe off any dirt.
NOTICE
Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene,
alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or
peeling of the surface.
If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure
their ingredients do not include the substances
mentioned above.
If you use a liquid car freshener, do not spill the liquid
onto the vehicle’s interior surfaces. It may contain
the ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean
any spill using the method mentioned above.
If you have any questions about the cleaning of your
Lexus, your local Lexus dealer will be pleased to answer
them.
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SECTION 6 –
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical components
Specifications 564. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking battery condition 571. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery recharging precautions 574. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing the blade type fuses 574. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the cartridge type fuses 577. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding washer fluid 579. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the headlight aim 579. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing light bulbs 584. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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563
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
- FUSE LOCATION
1
Engine compartment
2
Left side kick panel
3
Right side kick panel
4
Engine compartment 5Trunk
564
G64001
- FUSES
G64002
Right side kick panel
G64003
Left side kick panel
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
g64004
Engine compartment
G64005
Engine compartment (GS430)
G64006
Engine compartment (GS300)
G64007
Trunk
565
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
1 STR LOCK 25 Steering lock system
2 SECURITY 7.5
3 TI &TE 20
4 AM1 7.5 Starting system
5 STOP SW 7.5
6 OBD 7.5 On-board diagnosis system
FR P/SEAT
7
8 AIR SUS 20
9
10 CIG 15 Cigarette lighter
11 ACC 7.5
RH
PWR
OUTLET
30
15
Smart access system with
push-button start
Power tilt and telescopic
steering wheel, Multiplex
communication system
Stop/tail lights, Multi-port fuel
injection system/sequential
multiport fuel injection system,
Starting system, Electronic
control brake system, Vehicle
stability control system, Shift
lock system
Power seat system
Electronic modulated
suspension
Power outlet
Multiplex communication
system, Smart access system
with push-button start, Rear
view monitor system, Audio
system, Air conditioning system
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
12 IGN 10
13 GAUGE 7.5 Gauges and meters
ECU-IG
14
15
16 RH-IG 7.5
17 AM2 15 Starting system
RH
FR S/HTR
RH
10
15
injection system, SRS airbag
system, Stop/tail lights,
Steering lock system, Electronic
control brake system
Power tilt and telescopic
steering wheel, Multiplex
communication system, Smart
access system with
push-button start, Audio
system, Air conditioning
system, Shift lock system, Tire
pressure warning system,
Combination switch
Seat heater, Heated and
ventilated seats
Seat heater switches, Front
right door control system, Rear
right door control system,
Capacitor, Combination switch,
Seat belt pretensioners,
Intuitive parking assist
566
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
Front right door control system
(Power door lock system,
FR DOOR
18
19
20
21
22 RAD NO.3 10 Audio system
23 H-LP LVL 7.5
RH
RR DOOR
RH
RR DOOR
LH
FR DOOR
LH
20
20
20
20
Power rear view mirror control
system, Door courtesy light,
Outside rear view mirror heater,
Power window), Multiplex
communication system
Rear right door control system
(Power door lock system, Door
courtesy light, Power window)
Rear left door control system
(Power door lock system, Door
courtesy light, Power window)
Front left door control system
(Power door lock system,
Power rear view mirror control
system, Door courtesy light,
Outside rear view mirror heater,
Power window)
Adaptive front lighting system
(AFS), Automatic headlight
leveling control system
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
Charging system, Headlight
cleaners, Exhaust gas sensor,
Rear window defogger, Electric
cooling fans, Rear left door
24 LH-IG 10
25 FR WIP 30 Windshield wipers and washer
26 PANEL 7.5
27
FUEL
OPEN
10
control system, Front left door
control system, Emergency
flashers, Automatic
transmission, Seat belt
pretensioners, Intuitive parking
assist
Steering switch illumination,
Audio system, Glove box light,
Automatic transmission selector
lever illumination, Console box
light, Adaptive variable
suspension switch illumination,
Cigarette lighter illumination, Air
conditioning system, Traction
control off switch illumination,
Driving pattern selector switch,
Seat heater or Heated and
ventilated seat switches,
Register ILL RH, Register ILL
LH, Register ILL CTR
Fuel filler door opener, Trunk lid
opener
567
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
Vehicle stability control system,
Electronic control brake system,
Yaw rate and G sensor,
Steering sensor, Cruise control
system, Dynamic radar cruise
28 ECU-IG LH 10
FR S/HTR
29
30
31 A/C 7.5 Air conditioning system
32 TV 7.5
33 TRK OPN 10 Trunk lid opener
34 LH-B 10 Theft deterrent system
35 S/ROOF 25 Moon roof
36 ECU-B 10
37
LH
FR P/SEAT
LH
ABS
MAIN3
15
30
10
control system, Electronic
power steering system, Variable
gear ratio steering system,
Rear view monitor system,
Four-wheel drive system, Front
controller, Moon roof, Rain
sensor
Seat heater, Heated and
ventilated seats
Power seat system
Audio system, Air conditioning
system, Rear view monitor
system
Variable gear ratio steering
system, Electronic power
steering system, Driver’s seat
switch module
Electronic control brake system
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
38 TURN-HAZ 15
39 IG2 MAIN 20 “IG2”, “GAUGE” and “IGN”
40 RAD NO.2 30 Audio system
41 D/C CUT 20 “DOME “ and “MPX-B”
42 RAD NO.1 30 Audio system
43 MPX-B 10
44 DOME 10
45
46
ABS
MAIN2
ABS
MOTOR
10
30
Turn signal lights, Emergency
flashers
Multiplex communication
system, Front controller, Door
control system (Power door
lock system, Door courtesy
lights, Power windows, Power
rear view mirror control system,
Outside rear view mirror
heaters), Power seat system,
Steering sensors, Electronic
control brake system, Power tilt
and telescopic steering system,
Gauges and meters,
Combination switch
Foot lights, Vanity lights,
Gauges and meters, Steering
spot light, Steering switch
illumination, Rear personal
lights, Automatic transmission
selector lever spot light, Front
personal lights
Electronic control brake system
Anti-lock brake system
568
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
47
48 E/G-B 60
49 ABS1 50
50 RH J/B-B 30
51 VGRS 40
52 MAIN 30
53 STARTER 30 Starting system
54 LH J/B-B 30
55 P/I-B 60
56 EPS 80
57 ALT 150
ABS
MAIN1
10
Capacitor
“FR CTRL BATT”, “ETCS” and
“ALT-S”
Vehicle stability control system,
“ABS MAIN1”, “ABS MAIN2”
and “ABS MTR”
“AM2”, “DOOR FR” and “DOOR
RR”
Variable gear ratio steering
system
“H-LP R LWR” and “H-LP L
LWR”
“FL DOOR”, “RL DOOR” and
“RAD No.3”
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
Electronic power steering
system
“RH J/B-AM”, “LH J/B-AM”,
“E/G-AM”, “RR JB”, “HEATER”,
“DEFOG”, “FAN1”, “FAN2”,
“ABS2”, “ABS MOTOR”, “ABS
MAIN1”, and “ABS MAIN2”
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
“STOP LP R”, “STOP LP L”,
58 RR J/B 80
59 GLW PLG1 50 Glow plug heater
60 RH J/B-AM 80
61 ABS2 30
62 DEFOG 50
63 FAN1 40 Electric cooling fans
64 HEATER 50 Air conditioning system
65 GLW PLG2 50 Glow plug heater
66 E/G-AM 60
67
68 FAN2 60 No circuit
69
LH J/
B-AM
FR
CTRL-B
80
25
“RR-B”, “RR TAIL”, “RR FOG”,
“RR-IG1”, “PSB”, and “RR
S/SHADE”
“AM1”, “OBD”, “STOP SW”, “TI
&TE”, “PWR OUTLET”, “FR
P/SEAT RH”, “STR LOCK”,
“ECU-IG RH”, “RH-IG”, “ACC”,
“CIG”, “SECURITY”, “FR
S/HTR RH”, and “AIR SUS”
Vehicle stability control system,
Anti-lock brake system
Rear window defogger, Noise
filter
“H-LMP CLN”, “FR CTRL-AM”
and “A/C COMP”
“S/ROOF”, “FR P/SEAT LH”,
“TV”, “FR S/HTR LH”, “ECU-IG
LH”, “FR WIP”, “H-LP LVL”,
“LH-IG”, “FUEL OPEN”, “A/C”,
“PANEL”, and “LH-B”
“H-LP UPR” and “HORN”
569
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
70 A/F 15
71 ETCS 10
72 ALT-S 7.5 Charging system
73 EM VLV 10 No circuit
74 H-LP CLN 30 Headlight cleaner system
75 A/C COMP 7.5 Air conditioning system
76 DEICER 25 No circuit
77
78 IG2 10 Starting system
79 EFI NO.2 10
80
81
82 F/PMP 25 Fuel pump
FR
CTRL-AM
H-LP R
LWR
H-LP L
LWR
30
15
15
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
“FR TAIL”, “FR FOG” and
“WASHER”
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, Evaporative
system
Right-hand headlight (low
beam)
Left-hand headlight (low beam)
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
GS430:
83 EFI
84 INJ 20
85 H-LP UPR 15 Headlights (high beam)
86 HORN 10 Horn
87 WASHER 20 Windshield wipers and washer
88 FR TAIL 10
89 FR FOG 15 Front fog lights
90
91 PSB 30 Pre-collision system
92 RR-IG2 10 No circuit
93 RR-IG1 10
94 RR-B 10
95 RR FOG 7.5 Rear fog lights
96 STOP LP L 10 Stoplights, Back up lights
RR
S/SHADE
25
GS300:
25
7.5
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
Multi-port fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
Parking lights, Side marker
lights
Rear electric sunshade
Pre-collision system, Rear
electric sunshade, Seat belt
pretensioners
Luggage compartment light,
Noise filter
570
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
97 STOP LP R 10 High mounted stoplights
98 RR TAIL 10
License plate lights, Tail lights,
Rear side marker lights
CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION
Precautions
CAUTION
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
The battery produces flammable and explosive
hydrogen gas.
Do not cause a spark by contacting the battery
terminals with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive
sulfuric acid.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes.
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
Wear protective safety glasses when working near
the battery.
Keep children away from the battery.
EMERGENCY MEASURES
If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with
clean water f o r a t l east 1 5 minutes and get immediate
medical attention. If possible, continue to apply
water with a sponge or cloth while traveling to the
medical office.
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the
contacted area. If you feel a pain or burn, get medical
attention immediately.
If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a
possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so
immediately take off the exposed clothing and follow
the procedure above, if necessary.
If you accidentally swallow electrolyte, drink a large
quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of
magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go
immediately for emergency help.
Checking battery exterior
G64008
1
Terminals 2Hold-down clamp
Check the battery for corroded or loose connections,
cracks, or loose hold-down clamps.
1. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm
water and baking soda. Coat the terminals with grease to
prevent further corrosion.
2. If the connections are loose, tighten the clamp bolts - but do
not overtighten.
3. Tighten the hold- down clamp only enough to keep the
battery firmly in place. Overtightening may damage the battery
case.
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
NOTICE
Make sure the engine and all accessories are turned
off before performing maintenance.
When checking the battery, remove the ground cable
first and reinstall it last.
Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools.
Take care no solution gets into the battery when
washing it.
If the battery is disconnected or run down
The following functions may not operate correctly when you
reconnect or replace the battery. In these cases, you should
normalize each system referring to the following pages.
Power windows (See page 59.)
Moon roof (See page 134.)
V ariable gear ratio steering system (See page 424.)
Intuitive parking assist (See page 380.)
Checking battery condition
Checking by indicator
G64009
Check the battery condition by the indicator color.
1
BLUE - Good condition.
2
WHITE - Charging necessary . Have the battery checked
by your Lexus dealer.
3
RED - Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
Do not refill the battery with water.
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BATTERY RECHARGING
PRECAUTIONS
During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen
gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be
sure to disconnect the ground cable.
2. Make sure the power switch on the recharger is off when
connecting the charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
CAUTION
Always charge the battery in an unconfined area. Do
not charge the battery in a garage or closed room
where there is not sufficient ventilation.
Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a
quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode
causing personal injuries.
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running.
Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.
CHECKING AND REPLACING THE
BLADE TYPE FUSES
G64010
Left side kick panel
G64011
Right side kick panel
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G64012
Engine compartment
G64013
Engine compartment 1Pull-out tool 2Spare fuses
G64014
Trunk
1. Turn the engine switch off and open the fuse box lid.
Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of
the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse.
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64L013
2. Make s u r e t h e i noperative component is turned off. Pull
the suspected fuse straight out with the pull-out tool and
check it. If it has blown, push a new fuse into the clips.
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64G008a
Good
a. Look carefully at the fuse. If the thin wire is broken, the fuse
has blown. If you are not sure or if it is too dark to see, try
replacing the suspected fuse with one of the same value that
you know is good.
b. Install only a fuse with the amperage rating designated on
the fuse box lid.
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an emergency you can pull
out the ”CIG”, ”RAD NO.1” or ”OBD” fuse, which may be
dispensable for normal driving, and use it if its amperage rating
is the same.
If you cannot use one of the same amperage, use one lower
than, but as close to the amperage as possible. If the
amperage is lower than that specified, the fuse might blow out
again but this does not indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get
the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute
to its original clips.
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them
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.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, or any
other object, in place of a fuse. This may cause
extensive damage and possibly a fire.
CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE
FUSES
G64015
Engine compartment
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64g104
Good
If the headlights or other electrical components do not
work and the blade type fuses are O.K., check the
cartridge type fuses. If any of the cartridge type fuses are
blown, they must be replaced.
If there is an overload in the circuits from the battery, the fuses
are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is
damaged.
Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent for
replacement. Never install an ordinary wire - even for
a temporary fix. This may cause extensive damage and
possibly a fire.
Blown
CAUTION
NOTICE
Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical
overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer .
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ADDING WASHER FLUID
If the washer tank becomes nearly empty, add washer
fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold
areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at
your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute
because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.
CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM
G64020
1
Beam angle gauge
(horizontal movement for high beam)
2
Beam angle gauge
(vertical movement for high beam)
3
Beam angle gauge
(vertical movement for low beam)
4
Beam angle gauge
(horizontal movement for low beam)
Before checking the headlight aim:
1. Be sure that the body around the headlight is not deformed.
2. Park the vehicle on a level spot.
3. The driver gets into the driver’s seat and puts the vehicle in
a state readying for a driving (with a full tank).
4. Bounce the vehicle several times.
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Adjusting the headlight aiming (low beam)
G64021
1
Adjusting bolt A
2
Adjusting bolt B
G64022
1
Bubble 2Acceptable range
Vertical movement gauge: The bubble of the gauge should
not deviate from the center of the gauge by more than 2 marks
to either side of the gauge.
If the bubble is out of the acceptable range of the beam angle
gauge, adjust it using bolt A and B.
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G64023
1. Turn the bolt A in either direction using a Phillips-head
screwdriver. At this time, keep the turning direction and
number of turns in mind.
G64024
2. Turn the bolt B the same number of turns and in the same
direction as step 1 using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
If you do not know or cannot find the original position, or if you
feel that there is a large deviation, take the vehicle to your
Lexus dealer to adjust the headlight aim.
After adjusting the headlight in the vertical direction, check that
the light has been shifted from the adjusted position in the
horizontal direction.
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Adjusting the headlight aiming (high beam)
G64025
1
Adjusting bolt A
2
Adjusting bolt B
G64026
1
Bubble 2Acceptable range
Vertical movement gauge: The bubble of the gauge should
not deviate from the center of the gauge by more than 2 marks
to either side of the gauge.
If the bubble is out of the acceptable range of the beam angle
gauge, adjust it using bolt A.
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