2006 Lexus LS 430 Owners Manual - Page 104

2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION n While driving the vehicle l Be careful when driving on slippery surfaces, as the vehicle may skid or spin when downshifting, rapidly accelerating, braking or turning. l Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, seat, or mirror while driving. Doing so may result in losing control of the vehicle and cause an accident, which may cause death or serious injury. l Always check that passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bodies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury. n When shifting the selector lever Use caution if accelerating while shifting. This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident. n When the vehicle is stopped l Do not race the engine. If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, and may cause an accident. l Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior. l Always keep a foot on the brake pedal while the engine is running to prevent an accident caused by the vehicle moving. 90