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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

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CAUTION

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When inspecting or replacing tires

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so may cause

damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous handling characteristics,

which may lead to fatal or injury accidents.

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Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or treadwear.

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Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Lexus.

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Do not mix radial, bias-belted, or bias-ply tires.

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Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.

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Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.

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When initializing the tire pressure warning system

Do not push the tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting the tire

inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pressure warning light

may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when

the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.

NOTICE

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Repairing or replacing tires, wheels and tire pressure warning valves and trans-

mitters

When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and

transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and trans-

mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.

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To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.

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Driving on rough roads

Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.

These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the cushion-

ing ability of the tires. In addition driving on rough roads may cause damage to the

tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels and body.

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If tire inflation pressures become low while driving

Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.