Lexus ES manuals

Lexus ES: Hood

Opening the hood

1. Pull the hood lock release lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

Lexus ES. Do-it-yourself maintenance

2. Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.

Lexus ES. Do-it-yourself maintenance

WARNING

■Pre-driving check Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.

If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

Positioning a floor jack

When using a floor jack, follow the instructions in the manual provided with the jack and perform the operation safely.

When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly.

Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.

Location of the jack point

■ Front

Lexus ES. Do-it-yourself maintenance

■ Rear

Lexus ES. Do-it-yourself maintenance

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 Engine compartment

Components Fuse boxes Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Radiator Electric cooling fan Condenser Power control unit coolant reservoir Engine

 12-volt battery

Location The 12-volt battery is located on the right-hand side of the trunk. ■Before recharging When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. T

 Tires

Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear. Checking tires Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check the tires for uneven wear, s

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 Components

COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION *1 BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER *2 SERVICE PLUG GRIP ILLUSTRATION *1 CONNECTOR COVER ASSEMBLY *2 ENGINE ROOM MAIN WIRE Tightening torque for "Major areas involving basic vehicle performance such as moving/turning/stopping": N*m (kgf*cm, ft.*lbf)

 Differential System

PrecautionPRECAUTION Before disassembling the differential assembly, thoroughly clean it by removing any sand, mud or foreign matter. This will help prevent contamination during disassembly and reassembly. When removing the differential side bearing retainer or any other light alloy parts,

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