Run-Flat Tires - Lexus SC 430 2004 Manual

RUN-FLA T TIRES
This vehicle can be equipped with either run-flat
tires (RFT) or standard tires. You can continue
driving on the vehicle with run-flat tires even if any
tire goes flat. It is able to run for a maximum of 160
km (100 miles) at a speed below 90 km/h (55 mph)
after the low tire pressure warning light blinks and
chimes sound. When you drive your vehicle after
the low tire pressure warning light blinks and
chimes sound, the tire must be replaced. Do not use
the repaired tire. A spare tire is not provided on the
vehicle with run-flat tires.
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A "RFT" or "DSST" mark is molded on the sidewall of the
run-flat tire.
If you cannot distinguish between the standard tire and
run-flat tire, consult Lexus dealer.
A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle equipped with
run-flat tires. Confirm whether your vehicle is equipped
with a spare tire or not. If you have a flat tire, you have
to take a different action depending on whether the tires
are standard tires or run-flat tires.
Run-flat tires characteristics:
The vehicle with run-flat tires allows you to continue
driving for up to 160 km (100 miles) at the moderate
speed and do not ever exceed 90 km/h (55 mph) even
with a flat tire. After such usage, the tire must be
replaced. If you are not sure, consult your Lexus dealer.
If you have a flat tire, decrease the speed and drive at
lower speed to reduce the extent to which the tire is
damaged.
However, in some conditions (such as at high
temperatures), you could not continue driving for up to
160 km (100 miles).
The use of non-genuine wheels may prohibit optimum
performance.
The run- flat tires equipped on this vehicle are ones
dedicated for SC430. Do not use them on another
model.
Do not mix run-flat tires with standard tires.
The tire warranty book covers the detailed information
on run-flat tires. For details, see the tire warranty book.
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