Lexus RX350 Manual page 429

WARNING
Do not raise the vehicle while some-
●
one is inside.
● When raising the vehicle, do not put an
object on or under the jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle to a height
greater than that required to replace
the tire.
● Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get
under the vehicle.
When lowering the vehicle, make sure
●
that there is no-one near the vehicle. If
there are people nearby, warn them
vocally before lowering.
Wheel lock nut (if equipped)
When replacing tires on a vehicle with
wheel lock nuts, use the following pro-
cedures to remove and install the
wheel lock nuts. The wheel lock key is
stored in the tray inside the luggage
compartment. Always return the wheel
lock key to its original position after
use, so that it does not get lost.
Removal
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For ease of removal, the wheel lock nut
should always be the first one loos-
ened.
1 Place the wheel lock key on top of
the wheel lock nut, turning until the
wheel lock key and wheel lock nut
patterns engage.
2 Place the wheel nut wrench on the
wheel lock key, and while applying
pressure on the wheel lock key,
loosen the wheel lock nut.
Installation
■
For ease of installation, the wheel lock
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nut should always be the last one tight-
ened.
1
By hand, install a wheel lock nut on
each wheel.
2
Place the wheel lock key on top of
the wheel lock nut, turning until the
wheel lock key and wheel lock nut
patterns engage.
3
Place the wheel nut wrench on the
wheel lock key, and while applying
pressure on the wheel lock key,
tighten the wheel lock nut to the
recommended torque.
NOTICE
Do not use an impact wrench. Using an
impact wrench may cause permanent
damage to wheel lock nut and wheel lock
key. If in doubt about wheel lock applica-
tion, contact your Lexus dealer.
Taking out the jack
1
Secure the deck board using the
hook. (P.324)
2
Disengage the hook and take out
the jack.
RX350: Remove the wheel nut wrench
and then the jack.
RX350L: Remove the jack handle and
then the jack.
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