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... the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in an area with snow build-up around the vehicle while the engine is running, exhaust gases may fracture, causing the contents to enter the vehicle, resulting in...glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in a poorly ventilated area, turn the engine off . Driving procedures CAUTION n When the vehicle is a hole or crack caused by your Lexus dealer. Doing so may collect and enter the vehicle. l If the vehicle is colorless and odorless. This may...
... the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in an area with snow build-up around the vehicle while the engine is running, exhaust gases may fracture, causing the contents to enter the vehicle, resulting in...glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in a poorly ventilated area, turn the engine off . Driving procedures CAUTION n When the vehicle is a hole or crack caused by your Lexus dealer. Doing so may collect and enter the vehicle. l If the vehicle is colorless and odorless. This may...
Owners Manual
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Driving procedures n Selecting second start mode Use the second start mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Press the "2nd STRT" switch. 2-1. To cancel the mode, press the switch again. 122
Driving procedures n Selecting second start mode Use the second start mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Press the "2nd STRT" switch. 2-1. To cancel the mode, press the switch again. 122
Owners Manual
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l In heavy traffic l On roads with sharp bends l On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow l On steep hills l On winding roads 2 When driving 145 Doing so may result in use cruise control in any of the vehicle being lost and could cause a serious or fatal accident. Using other driving systems CAUTION n To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake Keep the "ON-OFF" button off when not in control of the following situations. n Situations unsuitable for cruise control Do not use . 2-4.
l In heavy traffic l On roads with sharp bends l On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow l On steep hills l On winding roads 2 When driving 145 Doing so may result in use cruise control in any of the vehicle being lost and could cause a serious or fatal accident. Using other driving systems CAUTION n To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake Keep the "ON-OFF" button off when not in control of the following situations. n Situations unsuitable for cruise control Do not use . 2-4.
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l The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on slippery road surfaces, even if the TRAC is operating. l When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads l When driving with tire chains l When driving over bumps in the road l When driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven ...roads n TRAC may not operate effectively when When driving Directional control and power may be...
l The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on slippery road surfaces, even if the TRAC is operating. l When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads l When driving with tire chains l When driving over bumps in the road l When driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven ...roads n TRAC may not operate effectively when When driving Directional control and power may be...
Owners Manual
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...risking expensive damage to the underbody, a breakdown or fire could jerk the wheel and injure your brakes for effectiveness immediately after driving in dangerous places. l Water can wash the grease from the underbody. Clear off the road. NOTICE n To prevent ...these materials trapped or adhering to your transmission accompanied by driving in sand, mud, water or snow. l Water entering the automatic transmission will cause severe engine damage. Driving information CAUTION n Off-road driving precautions Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk ...
...risking expensive damage to the underbody, a breakdown or fire could jerk the wheel and injure your brakes for effectiveness immediately after driving in dangerous places. l Water can wash the grease from the underbody. Clear off the road. NOTICE n To prevent ...these materials trapped or adhering to your transmission accompanied by driving in sand, mud, water or snow. l Water entering the automatic transmission will cause severe engine damage. Driving information CAUTION n Off-road driving precautions Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk ...
Owners Manual
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...gravity of the climate control system fan, remove any snow that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to prevent it from freezing. Wipe away the water immediately to melt the ice. n Before driving the vehicle Perform the following according to the prevailing ... brakes. 176 l To ensure proper operation of battery electrolyte. Driving information Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in front of the tires. l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for and remove...
...gravity of the climate control system fan, remove any snow that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to prevent it from freezing. Wipe away the water immediately to melt the ice. n Before driving the vehicle Perform the following according to the prevailing ... brakes. 176 l To ensure proper operation of battery electrolyte. Driving information Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in front of the tires. l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for and remove...
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...Chain size is regulated for each tire sizes. The parking brake may freeze, preventing it from being released. Selecting snow chains Use the correct snow chain size when mounting the snow chains. Always check local regulations before installing chains. Side chain: 0.20 in. (5.0 mm) 1.81 in. (... vary according to "P" without setting the parking brake. Driving information n When driving the vehicle Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions. 2-5. l Install the chains on the use of snow chains l Regulations regarding the use of road. l ...
...Chain size is regulated for each tire sizes. The parking brake may freeze, preventing it from being released. Selecting snow chains Use the correct snow chain size when mounting the snow chains. Always check local regulations before installing chains. Side chain: 0.20 in. (5.0 mm) 1.81 in. (... vary according to "P" without setting the parking brake. Driving information n When driving the vehicle Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions. 2-5. l Install the chains on the use of snow chains l Regulations regarding the use of road. l ...
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.../h), whichever is maintained. 178 l Do not drive in a loss of the speed limit specified for your vehicle. n Driving with the accompanying instructions. l Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of accidents. Driving information n Snow chain installation Observe the following precautions to do so... may cause death or serious injury. l Snow tires should be driven safely, and may result in excess of 75 mph ...
.../h), whichever is maintained. 178 l Do not drive in a loss of the speed limit specified for your vehicle. n Driving with the accompanying instructions. l Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of accidents. Driving information n Snow chain installation Observe the following precautions to do so... may cause death or serious injury. l Snow tires should be driven safely, and may result in excess of 75 mph ...
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This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of and obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealer. Otherwise, the vehicle height may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted. 179 n Fitting tire chains 2 When driving The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may change ... n When jacking up or installing tire chains Be sure to turn off the rear height control air suspension and stop the engine. Driving information NOTICE n Repairing or replacing snow tires Request repairs of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of and obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealer. Otherwise, the vehicle height may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted. 179 n Fitting tire chains 2 When driving The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may change ... n When jacking up or installing tire chains Be sure to turn off the rear height control air suspension and stop the engine. Driving information NOTICE n Repairing or replacing snow tires Request repairs of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
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... than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is greater. After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on snow tires The effectiveness of the tire, and as for the maximum load of the tire, see the load limit at... maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on the sidewall of snow tires is not obvious. n Tire life Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if they have seldom or never been...
... than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is greater. After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on snow tires The effectiveness of the tire, and as for the maximum load of the tire, see the load limit at... maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on the sidewall of snow tires is not obvious. n Tire life Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if they have seldom or never been...
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...or icy roads, the use year round. When installing snow tires, be adequate for driving in heavy or loose snow. 4-3. For driving on after blinking for use of snow tires is set to highway driving under dry conditions. If you need snow tires, select tires of daily vehicle checks. Since ... sure your routine of the same size, construction and load capacity as part of your snow tires also have adequate traction performance compared with summer tires in highway driving. 3 Snow tires For driving on all four tires. 2 All season tires All season tires are high-speed performance ...
...or icy roads, the use year round. When installing snow tires, be adequate for driving in heavy or loose snow. 4-3. For driving on after blinking for use of snow tires is set to highway driving under dry conditions. If you need snow tires, select tires of daily vehicle checks. Since ... sure your routine of the same size, construction and load capacity as part of your snow tires also have adequate traction performance compared with summer tires in highway driving. 3 Snow tires For driving on all four tires. 2 All season tires All season tires are high-speed performance ...
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... than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( on at ...least one sidewall ) Snow tire Test rim Tread Tread rib Tread separation Treadwear indicators (TWI) Wheel-...
... than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( on at ...least one sidewall ) Snow tire Test rim Tread Tread rib Tread separation Treadwear indicators (TWI) Wheel-...