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Placing the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance. CAUTION D Do not place anything on the tire pressure label. 48 D For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on ...
Placing the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance. CAUTION D Do not place anything on the tire pressure label. 48 D For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified on ...
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SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING 3- 1 Three-way catalytic converter Warm up three-way catalytic converter ...132 Engine exhaust caution ...133 Before starting the engine ...134 Ignition switch with steering lock ...134 Parking brake ...135 How to start the engine ...136 Automatic transmission ...137 Cruise control ...144 Electronic modulated suspension ...146 Traction control system ...147 Brake system ...148 Brake pad wear limit indicators ...150 Types of tires ...150 131
SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING 3- 1 Three-way catalytic converter Warm up three-way catalytic converter ...132 Engine exhaust caution ...133 Before starting the engine ...134 Ignition switch with steering lock ...134 Parking brake ...135 How to start the engine ...136 Automatic transmission ...137 Cruise control ...144 Electronic modulated suspension ...146 Traction control system ...147 Brake system ...148 Brake pad wear limit indicators ...150 Types of tires ...150 131
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... conditions which may occur when accelerating on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to lose traction. When you may feel vibration or noise of your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. When the traction control system is in the traction control system. Pushing the "TRAC OFF" switch a second time turns the... control the driving power of the front wheels. This indicates the system is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. the traction control system will then come on. 147
... conditions which may occur when accelerating on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to lose traction. When you may feel vibration or noise of your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. When the traction control system is in the traction control system. Pushing the "TRAC OFF" switch a second time turns the... control the driving power of the front wheels. This indicates the system is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. the traction control system will then come on. 147
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... immediately. This assists in reduced braking performance. This will result in providing directional stability and steering performance of approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). Each push on tire friction with the road surface. much harder than normal. Effective way to press the ABS brake pedal: When the anti-lock brake system function is...
... immediately. This assists in reduced braking performance. This will result in providing directional stability and steering performance of approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). Each push on tire friction with the road surface. much harder than normal. Effective way to press the ABS brake pedal: When the anti-lock brake system function is...
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...differences in violent maneuvers. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in -disc type parking brake system. Contact your Lexus dealer perform the bedding-down of tire friction. The anti-lock brake system cannot eliminate the risk of hydroplaning and loss of the brake shoes periodically or ...whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. This type of brake system needs bedding-down . 149 Have your Lexus dealer as...
...differences in violent maneuvers. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in -disc type parking brake system. Contact your Lexus dealer perform the bedding-down of tire friction. The anti-lock brake system cannot eliminate the risk of hydroplaning and loss of the brake shoes periodically or ...whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. This type of brake system needs bedding-down . 149 Have your Lexus dealer as...
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... to the extent that replacement is originally equipped with summer tires in most winter conditions, as well as snow tires, summer tires are worn to highway driving under dry conditions. The brake pad wear limit indicators on your Lexus dealer as soon as this can result if the pads ...are not replaced when needed. TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of the sizes different from the originals. 150 D Do not use all four tires. 2. If installing snow tires, be adequate for driving ...
... to the extent that replacement is originally equipped with summer tires in most winter conditions, as well as snow tires, summer tires are worn to highway driving under dry conditions. The brake pad wear limit indicators on your Lexus dealer as soon as this can result if the pads ...are not replaced when needed. TYPES OF TIRES Determine what kind of the sizes different from the originals. 150 D Do not use all four tires. 2. If installing snow tires, be adequate for driving ...
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...not roll. To see whether they still do not work safely, pull to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. If you do so can add to do not feel a normal braking ...drive for assistance. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with your Lexus in "P". Second, confirm the availability of your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet.... D Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. You need...
...not roll. To see whether they still do not work safely, pull to severe tire damage resulting in tire bursts. If you do so can add to do not feel a normal braking ...drive for assistance. To dry them, drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with your Lexus in "P". Second, confirm the availability of your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet.... D Do not tow a trailer during the first 300 km (200 miles). Avoid driving onto high, sharp-edged objects and other road hazards. You need...
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... Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of control and possible injury. Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be pleased to help. they will be pleased to check the battery charge level. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to use alcohol type antifreeze. Check the condition of the ... and that the parking brake reminder light is suitable for loose connections or obvious damage. Remember, if you have ethylene-glycol antifreeze in tire failure, loss of any battery, so it must be in engine speed, such as sudden acceleration or engine braking, could cause the ...
... Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of control and possible injury. Your Lexus dealer and most service stations will be pleased to help. they will be pleased to check the battery charge level. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to use alcohol type antifreeze. Check the condition of the ... and that the parking brake reminder light is suitable for loose connections or obvious damage. Remember, if you have ethylene-glycol antifreeze in tire failure, loss of any battery, so it must be in engine speed, such as sudden acceleration or engine braking, could cause the ...
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... ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders occasionally. NOTICE When towing a trailer, be measured with water. Lexus warranties do not apply to consult your safety and the safety of others, you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. This product is available at a highway weighing...
... ice and snow from accumulating under the fenders occasionally. NOTICE When towing a trailer, be measured with water. Lexus warranties do not apply to consult your safety and the safety of others, you are tire chains, window scraper, bag of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. This product is available at a highway weighing...
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...9 to 11 % of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum of 90 kg (200 lb.). D Follow the directions supplied by your Lexus dealer should be consulted. Exceeding this may cause body damage. DRIVING TIPS "Certification label D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the ...; D Use only a hitch which is recommended by the hitch if your vehicle. D Lexus recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you wish to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 155 Do not install the trailer hitch on your vehicle is struck from distribution of the...
...9 to 11 % of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum of 90 kg (200 lb.). D Follow the directions supplied by your Lexus dealer should be consulted. Exceeding this may cause body damage. DRIVING TIPS "Certification label D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the ...; D Use only a hitch which is recommended by the hitch if your vehicle. D Lexus recommends removing the trailer hitch whenever you wish to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. 155 Do not install the trailer hitch on your vehicle is struck from distribution of the...
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...trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial or local regulation. D Never tap into another... Trailer lights D Trailer lights must always be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in schedule D Lexus recommends that your vehicle's tires are required. D Check that conform to the scheduled maintenance information in the chain for towing purposes. 156 For this...
...trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial or local regulation. D Never tap into another... Trailer lights D Trailer lights must always be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in schedule D Lexus recommends that your vehicle's tires are required. D Check that conform to the scheduled maintenance information in the chain for towing purposes. 156 For this...
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... to time the traffic signals so you are not in your brakes. This will also reduce wear on both fuel and repairs: D Keep your tires inflated at least once a month. D Maintain a moderate speed on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. This not only lessens weight but gently... other vehicles to save money on your vehicle. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on the brake pedal. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Avoid long engine idling. D Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams whenever possible. Improper alignment not only causes faster...
... to time the traffic signals so you are not in your brakes. This will also reduce wear on both fuel and repairs: D Keep your tires inflated at least once a month. D Maintain a moderate speed on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. This not only lessens weight but gently... other vehicles to save money on your vehicle. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on the brake pedal. Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Avoid long engine idling. D Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams whenever possible. Improper alignment not only causes faster...
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SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 4 If your engine stalls while driving ...162 If your vehicle will not start ...162 If your vehicle overheats ...166 If you have a flat tire ...167 If your vehicle needs to be towed ...173 If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever ...177 If you lose your keys or lock yourself out ...178 161
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 4 If your engine stalls while driving ...162 If your vehicle will not start ...162 If your vehicle overheats ...166 If you have a flat tire ...167 If your vehicle needs to be towed ...173 If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever ...177 If you lose your keys or lock yourself out ...178 161
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...D Stop the vehicle on your vehicle during wheel changing. NOTICE Do not continue driving with firm ground. 2. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. 167 well away from traffic. 5. Stop the engine and turn on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the...by the jack alone. D Use the jack only for lifting your emergency flashers. 3. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to remove and change the tire. D Do not start or run the engine while your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Firmly set the parking brake and put an object...
...D Stop the vehicle on your vehicle during wheel changing. NOTICE Do not continue driving with firm ground. 2. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. 167 well away from traffic. 5. Stop the engine and turn on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the...by the jack alone. D Use the jack only for lifting your emergency flashers. 3. Block the wheel diagonally opposite to remove and change the tire. D Do not start or run the engine while your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Firmly set the parking brake and put an object...
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... cover. 3 When storing, turn the joint by hand in the "contract" direction until the jack is free. 1. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40E002-1 40E003-4 " 1 Spare tire 2 Jack 3 Wrench 4 Jack handle " 1 Joint 2 When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the "expand" direction until the jack is firmly secured to... their storage locations. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the cover. 2. Get the jack, wrench and spare tire.
... cover. 3 When storing, turn the joint by hand in the "contract" direction until the jack is free. 1. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 40E002-1 40E003-4 " 1 Spare tire 2 Jack 3 Wrench 4 Jack handle " 1 Joint 2 When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the "expand" direction until the jack is firmly secured to... their storage locations. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the cover. 2. Get the jack, wrench and spare tire.
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...EMERGENCY When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the spare tire cover to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 40E005-1 3. When storing the spare tire, place it with the outer side of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels.... 40E004-1 To remove the spare tire: 1 2 3 Loosen the nut and remove it. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the ...
...EMERGENCY When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in place and install the spare tire cover to keep the vehicle from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 40E005-1 3. When storing the spare tire, place it with the outer side of the front wheels or behind the rear wheels.... 40E004-1 To remove the spare tire: 1 2 3 Loosen the nut and remove it. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the ...
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... so that the handle is a loose fit) and turn . 6. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to the nut so that the spare tire can be installed. Be careful that you need more ground clearance when putting on the right side, as shown. Allow for the fact that the... EMERGENCY 40E006 40E008-1 4. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen them about one is in the vehicle, raise it is on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. Make sure the jack is properly positioned. Loosen all the wheel nuts. CAUTION Never get maximum leverage, fit the wrench to lift...
... so that the handle is a loose fit) and turn . 6. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to the nut so that the spare tire can be installed. Be careful that you need more ground clearance when putting on the right side, as shown. Allow for the fact that the... EMERGENCY 40E006 40E008-1 4. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen them about one is in the vehicle, raise it is on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. Make sure the jack is properly positioned. Loosen all the wheel nuts. CAUTION Never get maximum leverage, fit the wrench to lift...
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Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Then lift up the wheel and get at the mounting surface can tighten them as much ...without good metal-to come off and put it back over the other bolts. Press the tire back and see if you can by hand. Lift the flat tire straight off while driving. 171 Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight. IN CASE OF AN... EMERGENCY 40E009-1 40E011 7. Wiggle the tire and press it aside. 8. Align the holes in the wheel with a wire brush or such. Reinstall the wheel ...
Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. Then lift up the wheel and get at the mounting surface can tighten them as much ...without good metal-to come off and put it back over the other bolts. Press the tire back and see if you can by hand. Lift the flat tire straight off while driving. 171 Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight. IN CASE OF AN... EMERGENCY 40E009-1 40E011 7. Wiggle the tire and press it aside. 8. Align the holes in the wheel with a wire brush or such. Reinstall the wheel ...
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... cause air leakage. CAUTION D When lowering the vehicle, make sure all other than your tires. 9. If the cap is lowered to reinstall the tire valve cap as possible. Repeat the process until all the tools, jack and flat tire securely. After changing the wheel, check the air pressure of the replaced... tire is low, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. 40E012 Do not forget to the ground. D As...
... cause air leakage. CAUTION D When lowering the vehicle, make sure all other than your tires. 9. If the cap is lowered to reinstall the tire valve cap as possible. Repeat the process until all the tools, jack and flat tire securely. After changing the wheel, check the air pressure of the replaced... tire is low, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. 40E012 Do not forget to the ground. D As...
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...additional information. Wheel nuts When checking the tires, make sure to time, unless otherwise specified. MAINTENANCE Your copy of the repair order is recommended that should be performed at least once a month and adjust as shown on your Lexus. Simple instructions for any problem you notice... Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for additional information. CAUTION Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can affect your Lexus dealer will promptly take care of the repair order for how to do -it -yourself maintenance can be brought to keep a copy ...
...additional information. Wheel nuts When checking the tires, make sure to time, unless otherwise specified. MAINTENANCE Your copy of the repair order is recommended that should be performed at least once a month and adjust as shown on your Lexus. Simple instructions for any problem you notice... Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for additional information. CAUTION Make these checks only where adequate ventilation can affect your Lexus dealer will promptly take care of the repair order for how to do -it -yourself maintenance can be brought to keep a copy ...