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2-1. Driving procedures

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When driving

CAUTION

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Do not turn the engine off while driving.

The power steering and brake booster systems will not operate properly if the

engine is not running.

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Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a

steep hill.

Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec-

tiveness. (

→

P. 119)

●

When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking brake to

prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident.

●

Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside

rear view mirrors while driving.

Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents that may

result in death or serious injury.

●

Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bodies are

not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do

not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability

tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) 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.

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and reduce

your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.

●

Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up-shifting

or down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.

●

After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that

the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from

functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning

properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident.

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When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.

This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an

accident and result in death or serious injury.

Section	Page
Quick Reference Pictoral Index	1
Keys	6
Seats	9
Starting	14
Headlights	21
Audio System	24
Door Locks	35
List of WarningIndicator Lights	39
Customizing Your Lexus	45
Front	49
Pictorial Index	50
Foreword	60
Key information	63
Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk	65
Adjustable components seats, mirrors, steering wheel	86
Opening and closing the windows and moon roof	103
Refueling	110
Theft deterrent system	113
Safety information	118
Driving procedures	150
Instrument cluster	166
Operating the lights and windshield wipers	176
Using other driving systems	183
Driving information	207
Using the air conditioning system and defogger	225
Using the audio system	233
Using the hands-free phone system for cellular phone	262
Using the interior lights	290
Using the storage features	293
Other interior features	300
Maintenance and care	324
Maintenance	330
Do-it-yourself maintenance	336
Essential information	393
Steps to take in an emergency	403
Specifications	448
Customization	473
Initialization	478
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners	479
Abbreviation list	482
Alphabetical index	484
What to do if...	494
Gas Station Information	496
Scheduled Maintenace Guide	497
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