The Valve Of A Tire That Has Been Repaired - Lexus LS460 Owner's Manual

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The valve of a tire that has been repaired

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After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit, the valve
should be replaced.
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After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit, even if
the tire inflation pressure is at the recommended level, the tire pressure
warning light may come on/flash.
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Note for checking the emergency tire puncture repair kit
Check the sealant expiry date occasionally.
The expiry date is shown on the bottle. Do not use sealant whose expiry date
has already passed. Otherwise, repairs conducted using the emergency tire
puncture repair kit may not be performed properly.
CAUTION
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Caution while driving
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an accident.
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The emergency tire puncture repair kit is made exclusively for your vehi-
cle. Do not use it on other vehicles.
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Do not use the emergency tire puncture repair kit for tires that are a differ-
ent size than the specified ones or for any other purpose. Doing so may
cause the tires to not be repaired properly.
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Precautions for use of the sealant
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Ingesting the sealant is hazardous to your health. If you ingest sealant,
consume as much water as possible, then immediately consult a doctor.
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If sealant gets in eyes or adheres to skin, immediately wash it off with
water. If discomfort persists, consult a doctor.
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