Winter Driving Tips; Pre-Winter Preparations - Lexus 2008 ES350 Owner's Manual

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2-5. Driving information

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.

Pre-winter preparations

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l Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
l Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
l Tire inflation pressure falls in winter as the outside temperature
falls. Add 2. 9 to 4.3 psi (20 to 30 kPa, 0.2 to 0.3 kgf/cm
to the standard tire inflation pressure.
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