2003 Lexus ES 300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Electrical Component Locator: Switches

SWITCHES LOCATION

Component Component Location
A/T Indicator Light Switch On transaxle.
Back-Up Light Switch On transaxle.
Brake Fluid Level Warning Switch On brake fluid reservoir.
Buckle Switch (Left/Right) On respective front seat belt buckle.
Engine Hood Courtesy Switch On front center of engine compartment, near hood latch.
Oil Pressure Switch On lower left front of engine block. See Figure.
Parking Brake Switch Behind left side of dash.
Park/Neutral Position Switch On transaxle.
Power Steering Oil Pressure Switch Near front of engine. See Figure.
Pressure Switch At right front corner of engine compartment. See Figure.
Stoplight Switch Behind left side of dash.
Water Temperature Switch No. 1 On right front of engine compartment. See Figure.
Water Temperature Switch No. 2 On rear of engine. See Figure.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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