Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing? - Lexus GS300 1998 Owner's Manual

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DOES YOUR VEHICLE NEED
REPAIRING?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and
visual tip–offs that indicate service is needed. Some
important clues are:
D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
D Appreciable loss of power
D Strange engine noises
D A fluid leak under the vehicle (however, water dripping
from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
D Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous
carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and
have the exhaust system checked immediately.)
D Flat–looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering,
uneven tire wear
D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on a level
road
D Strange noises related to suspension movement
D Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal,
pedal almost touches floors, vehicle pulls to one side when
braking
D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than
normal
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your
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