DRIVING TIPS
301
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. It can cause dangerous overheating,
needless wear, and poor fuel economy.
To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed
and downshift. Remember, if you ride the brakes
excessively, they may overheat and not work
properly. See page 269.
Be careful when accelerating, upshifting,
downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. The
abrupt change in engine speed, such as sudden
acceleration or engine braking, could cause the
vehicle to spin or skid.
Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive
over 140 km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle has
high–speed capability tires. Driving over 140 km/h
(85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of control and
possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to
determine whether the tires on your vehicle are
high–speed capability tires or not before driving at
such speeds.
Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are
wet. If they are wet, your vehicle will require a
longer stopping distance, and it may pull to one side
when the brakes are applied. Also, the parking
brake will not hold the vehicle securely.
WINTER DRIVING TIPS
Make sure you have ethylene–glycol antifreeze in the
radiator.
NOTICE
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze.
Check the condition of the battery and cables.
Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it
must be in top shape to provide enough power for winter
starting. Page 413 tells you how to visually inspect the
battery. Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be
pleased to check the battery charge level.
Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold
weather.
See page 374 for recommended viscosity. Leaving a heavy
summer oil in your vehicle during winter months may cause
harder starting. If you are not sure about which oil to use, call
your Lexus dealer – they will be pleased to help.
Check the electronic ignition system for loose connections
or obvious damage.
Keep the door locks from freezing.
Squirt lock de–icer or glycerine into the locks to keep them
from freezing.
Содержание GS300 1998
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Страница 21: ...BASIC OPERATION QUICK REF ERENCE 8 ...
Страница 47: ...KEYS AND DOORS 34 ...
Страница 50: ...SWITCHES 37 12G001 ...
Страница 66: ...SWITCHES 53 EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH 12G005 ...
Страница 70: ...SWITCHES 57 ...
Страница 73: ...GAUGES METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS 60 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE 13G009 ...
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Страница 91: ...INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 78 PERSONAL LIGHTS Front 14G004 1 ...
Страница 120: ...EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT 107 ...
Страница 157: ...COMFORT ADJUSTMENT 144 16G056 1 ...
Страница 166: ...COMFORT ADJUSTMENT 153 16G033 ...
Страница 175: ...COMFORT ADJUSTMENT 162 B Convertible seat 16G035 C Booster seat 16G037 ...
Страница 190: ...COMFORT ADJUSTMENT 177 16G052 Move seat fully back ...
Страница 199: ...SECTION 1 7 186 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Theft deterrent Theft deterrent system 187 Theft prevention labels 190 ...
Страница 207: ...AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO 194 20G002 1 Air flow selection ...
Страница 209: ...AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO 196 20G003 1 ...
Страница 224: ...AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO 211 AUDIO SYSTEM Quick reference for your audio system Type A 21G004 1 ...
Страница 226: ...AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO 213 CD mode Direct access to a desired program See page 241 for details ...
Страница 263: ...AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO 250 ...
Страница 270: ...STARTING AND DRIVING 257 IGNITION SWITCH WITH STEERING LOCK 31G001 ...
Страница 276: ...STARTING AND DRIVING 263 31G029 ...
Страница 346: ...IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 333 40G014 Tie down points ...
Страница 354: ...IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 341 ...
Страница 372: ...INTRODUCTION 359 Adding washer fluid Parts Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze for winter use Tools Funnel ...
Страница 392: ...CHASSIS 379 400 Suspension and chassis 401 ...
Страница 401: ...CHASSIS 388 NOTICE Avoid overfilling or the power steering could be damaged CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID GS300 ...
Страница 415: ...CHASSIS 402 ...
Страница 418: ...ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 405 64G015 Driver s side kick panel 64G014 Passenger s side kick panel ...
Страница 419: ...64G013 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 406 Engine compartment ...
Страница 420: ...ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 407 64G026 Engine compartment Canada only ...
Страница 425: ...ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 412 48 H LP L UPR 15 Vehicles sold in Canada Right hand headlight high beam SPARE Spare fuse ...
Страница 434: ...ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 421 64G006 1 Driver s side kick panel 64G017 Passenger s side kick panel ...
Страница 448: ...ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 435 64G012 ...
Страница 459: ...SECTION 7 446 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U S owners 447 ...