2007 Lexus RX 350 Owners Manual - Page 113

2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION n When driving the vehicle l 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. l With electronically modulated air suspension vehicles, if you drive through water, 2 such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed of firmness, put the vehicle height in the "HI" (high) mode with the height select switch and then turn off the electronically modulated air suspension by pushing the height control switch. Drive your vehicle at 19 mph (30 km/h) or lower speed. n When shifting the shift lever When driving 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. 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. 93