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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
After using the tools
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Before driving, make sure all the tools are
stored securely in place. Failure to do so
may cause injury in case of a collision or
sudden braking.
NOTICE
Repairing or replacing tires, wheels,
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tire pressure warning valves, trans-
mitters and tire valve caps
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Tire inflation pressure
Make sure to maintain proper tire
inflation pressure. Tire inflation
pressure should be checked at least
once per month. However, Lexus
recommends that tire inflation
pressure be checked once every
two weeks.
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pres-
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sure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure
may result in the following:
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Reduced fuel economy
Reduced driving comfort and poor han-
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dling
Reduced tire life due to wear
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Reduced safety
Damage to the drivetrain
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If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it
checked by your Lexus dealer.
Instructions for checking tire inflation
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pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure,
observe the following:
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Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at
least 3 hours or has not been driven for
more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an
accurate cold tire inflation pressure read-
ing.
Always use a tire pressure gauge.
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It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly
inflated based only on its appearance.
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It is normal for the tire inflation pressure
to be higher after driving as heat is gen-
erated in the tire. Do not reduce tire infla-
tion pressure after driving.
Passengers and luggage weight should
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be placed so that the vehicle is balanced.
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