Lexus ES350 Service Manual page 443

NOTICE
Repairing or replacing tires, wheels, tire pressure warning valves, transmitters and
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tire valve caps
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valves and
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transmitters, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valves and trans-
mitters may be damaged if not handled correctly.
Make sure to install the tire valve caps. If the tire valve caps are not installed, water
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could enter the tire pressure warning valves and the tire pressure warning valves
could be bound.
When replacing tire valve caps, do not use tire valve caps other than those specified.
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The cap may become stuck.
To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
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When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus dealer or
other qualified service shop as soon as possible. After use of liquid sealant, make sure
to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when repairing or replacing
the tire. (P. 437)
Driving on rough roads
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Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the cushioning
ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough roads may cause damage to the tires
themselves, as well as the vehicle' s wheels and body.
Low profile tires (P225/45R18 tires)
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Low profile tires may cause greater damage than usual to the tire wheel when sustain-
ing impact from the road surface. Therefore, pay attention to the following:
Be sure to use proper tire inflation pressure. If tires are under-inflated, they may be
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damaged more severely.
Avoid potholes, uneven pavement, curbs and other road hazards. Failure to do so
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may lead to severe tire and wheel damage.
If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving
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Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.
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