2013 Lexus GS 450h Owners Manual - Page 731

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

GS450h_U (OM30D01U)

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The compact spare tire

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The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on

the tire sidewall.

Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.

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Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.

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When using the compact spare tire

As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and

transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire

pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire

pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

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When the compact spare tire is equipped

The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to

when driving with standard tires.

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If you have a flat rear tire on a road covered with snow or ice

Install the compact spare tire on one of the front wheels of the vehicle. Perform the

following steps and fit tire chains to the rear tires:

Replace a front tire with the compact spare tire.

Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of the vehicle.

Fit tire chains to the rear tires.