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between 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm
bar, 19 psi) and a point below the
recommended level: The tire can
be repaired. Proceed to step 21.
If the tire inflation pressure is at the
C
recommended level: Proceed to
step 22.
21
Turn the compressor switch on to
inflate the tire until the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure is
reached. Drive for about 5 km (3
miles) and then perform step 19.
22
Attach the air release cap to the
end of the hose.
If the air release cap is not attached, the
sealant may leak and the vehicle may get
dirty.
23
Store the bottle in the luggage
compartment while it is connected
to the compressor.
24
Taking precautions to avoid sud-
den braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turns, drive carefully at
under 80 km/h (50 mph) to your
Lexus dealer that is less than 100
km (62 miles) away for tire repair
or replacement.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
2
or
Actions to take if the tire is inflated to
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more than the recommended level
1
Disconnect the hose from the valve.
2
Install the air release cap to the end of
the hose and push the protrusion on the
air release cap into the valve to let some
air out.
3
Disconnect the hose from the valve,
remove the air release cap from the
hose and then reconnect the hose.
4
Turn the compressor switch on and wait
for several seconds, then turn it off.
Check that the air pressure indicator
shows the recommended level.
(P.479)
If the air pressure is lower than the rec-
ommended level, turn the compressor
switch on again and repeat the inflation
procedure until the recommended
pressure is reached.
After a tire is repaired with the emer-
■
gency tire puncture repair kit
The tire pressure warning valve and
●
transmitter should be replaced.
●
Even if the tire inflation pressure is at the
recommended level, the tire pressure
warning light may come on/flash.
WARNING
When fixing the flat tire
■
●
Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat
area.
●
Connect the valve and hose securely
with the tire installed on the vehicle.
●
If the hose is not properly connected to
the valve, air leakage may occur or
sealant may be sprayed out.
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