2010 Lexus RX 350 Owners Manual - Page 574

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

CAUTION

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Using the tire jack

Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack,

leading to death or serious injury.

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Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and

removing tire chains.

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Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.

Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires

on this vehicle.

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Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.

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Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle is supported by the jack.

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Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle while it is supported by the jack.

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Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.

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When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

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Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.

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Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.

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Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension: Be sure to turn off the

height control and stop the engine.

Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or

near the vehicle may be injured.

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Replacing a flat tire

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

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Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the

vehicle has been driven.

After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes

will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts

while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.

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Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to

bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts

to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or

grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.