2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
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 vehicle:
Engine stalling
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Short in electrical components
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Engine damage caused by water immersion
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In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to
have your Lexus dealer check the following:
Brake function
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RX350: Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-
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saxle, transfer (AWD models), differential, etc.
RX450h: Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine,
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hybrid transmission, etc., and, for AWD models, the rear electric motor (traction
motor).
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (RX350 AWD models), bearings and
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suspension joints (where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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