Lexus ES-300 2001 Manual page 329

STARTING AND DRIVING
Anti–lock brake system is not designed to shorten the
stopping distance: Always drive at the moderate speed
and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you. Compared with vehicles without an anti–lock
brake system, your vehicle may require a longer
stopping distance in the following cases:
D Driving on rough, gravel or snow–covered roads.
D Driving with tire chains installed.
D Driving over the steps such as the joints on the road.
D Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or
has other differences in surface height.
Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate
pressure: The anti–lock brake system detects vehicle
speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels'
turning speeds. The use of tires other than specified
may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting
in a longer stopping distance.
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