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2-1. Driving procedures

NOTICE

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If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel

firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.

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It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

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The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.

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The vehicle will behave abnormally.

Replace a flat tire with a new one. (

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P. 412)

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When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the

following serious damage to the vehicle.

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Engine stalling

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Short in electrical components

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Engine damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to

have your Lexus dealer check the following.

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Brake function

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Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transaxle,

transfer (4WD vehicles), differential, etc.

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Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (4WD vehicles), bearings and suspen-

sion joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.