Lexus IS300H 2017 Manual page 544

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance
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Keep your tires properly inflated.
If the tires are not properly inflated, the following conditions may occur which could
lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:
Excessive wear
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Uneven wear
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Poor handling
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Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires
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Air leaking from between tire and wheel
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Wheel deformation and/or tire damage
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Greater possibility of tire damage while driving (due to road hazards, expansion
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joints, sharp edges in the road, etc.)
NOTICE
When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure
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Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.
If a valve cap is not installed, dirt or moisture may get into the valve and cause an air
leak, resulting in decreased tire inflation pressure.