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Selecting ID codes
When replacing tires, make sure to select the ID code set that matches
the new tire set. If the incorrect ID code is selected, the tire pressure
warning system will not operate properly.
When to replace your vehicle's tires
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Tires should be replaced if:
You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose the
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fabric or bulges indicating internal damage
A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or
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location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Lexus dealer.
Tire life
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Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if they
have seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
If the tread wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm) on snow tires
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The effectiveness of snow tires is lost.
Low profile tires (vehicles not equipped with 205/55R16 tires)
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Generally, low profile tires will wear more rapidly and tire grip performance will be
reduced on snowy and/or icy roads when compared to standard tires. Be sure to
use snow tires or tire chains
speed appropriate for road and weather conditions.
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: Tire chains cannot be mounted on 18-inch tires.
Tire pressure ID code settings
display
Press
setting display appears.
Switching ID codes
Press the ON/OFF button to
switch between MAIN and 2nd ID
codes.
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on snowy and/or icy roads and drive carefully at a
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
or
repeatedly until the
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