Lexus ES 300h User Manual page 285

When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the parking
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brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released. If
the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, make sure to block the
wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly, possibly leading to an accident.
If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake, confirm that the shift
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lever cannot be moved out of P*.
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: The shift lever will be locked if it is attempted to be shifted from P to any other position
without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift lever can be shifted from P, there may
be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
Selecting tire chains
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
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0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter
1
0.39 in. (10 mm) in width
2
1.18 in. (30 mm) in length
3
Cross chain
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0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter
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0.55 in. (14 mm) in width
5
0.98 in. (25 mm) in length
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Regulations on the use of tire chains
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on location and type
of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains.
Tire chain installation
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Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains:
Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
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Install tire chains on the front tires. Do not install tire chains on the rear tires.
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Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after driving 1/4
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⎯ 1/2 mile (0.5 ⎯ 1.0 km).
Install tire chains following the instructions provided with the tire chains.
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