Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators; Limited-Slip Differentials - Lexus RX300 2003 Owner's Manual

BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT
INDICATORS
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The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes
give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to the
extent that replacement is required.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the
brake pads checked and replaced by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the
pads are not replaced when needed.
LIMITED–SLIP DIFFERENTIALS
(Four–wheel drive models only)
Your Lexus is equipped with a limited–slip center differential
(transfer) and some models are equipped with a limited–slip
rear differential as optional.
If one wheel – either front or rear – begins to spin, the transfer
(limited–slip center differential) is designed to aid traction by
automatically transmitting driving force to the wheels on the
other drive axle. It transmits driving force to the front wheels
if a rear wheel spins, and to the rear wheels if a front wheel
spins.
Four–wheel drive models with limited–slip rear differential: If
one rear wheel begins to spin, the limited–slip rear differential
is designed to aid traction by automatically transmitting driving
force to the other rear wheel. If you are not sure whether your
vehicle is equipped with a limited–slip rear differential, you can
ask your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is
supported by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the
jack and could pose a danger or result in serious injury.