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2-1. Driving procedures

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NOTICE

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If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indicators)

Have your Lexus dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible.

The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.

Front brake only: Moderate levels of the brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced

front braking power. As a result, the discs may wear more quickly than conventional

brake discs. Therefore, when replacing the brake pads, Lexus recommends that you

also have the thickness of the discs measured.

It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or

those of the brake discs are exceeded.

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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. 494)

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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, transmission,

differential, etc.

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Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where

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