NOTICE
If you get a flat tire while driving
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A flat or damaged tire may cause the fol-
lowing situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the
brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
It may be difficult to control your vehi-
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cle.
The vehicle will make abnormal
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sounds or vibrations.
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
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Information on what to do in case of a flat
tire (
P.531)
When encountering flooded roads
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Do not drive on a road that has flooded
after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause
the following serious damage to the vehi-
cle:
Engine stalling
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Short in electrical components
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Engine damage caused by water
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immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing:
Brake function
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Changes in quantity and quality of oil
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and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, rear differential, etc.
Lubricant condition for bearings and
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suspension joints (where possible),
and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.
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4-1. Before driving
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load.
WARNING
Things that must not be carried in the
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luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if
loaded in the luggage compartment:
Receptacles containing gasoline
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Aerosol cans
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Storage precautions
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Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals
from being depressed properly, may
block the driver's vision, or may result in
items hitting the driver or passengers,
possibly causing an accident.
Stow cargo and luggage in the lug-
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gage compartment whenever possi-
ble.
Do not stack cargo and luggage in the
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luggage compartment higher than the
seatbacks.
When you fold down the rear seats,
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long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.
Never allow anyone to ride in the lug-
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gage compartment. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in
their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on
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the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats
(when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover
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