1994 Lexus ES300 wheel

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135 3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses, and
under the vehicle. However, note that water draining from the
air conditioning is normal if it has been in use.
CAUTION:
When the engine is running, keep hands and clothing
away from the moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the engine immediately. Call
a Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Customer Service
Assistance. (See “Foreword”.)
5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If
it is dry, add water to the reservoir while the engine is running.
Fill it about half full.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to remove engine coolant filler cap when
the engine and radiator are hot. Serious injury could result
from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under
pressure.
6. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal,
again check the coolant level in the reservoir. If necessary,
bring it up to half full again. Serious coolant loss indicates a
leak in the system. You should have it checked as soon as
possible by your Lexus dealer.
IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move
cautiously off the road to a safe place-well away from the traffic.
Avoid stopping on the center divider of a highway. Park on a
level spot with firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P”.
4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle on the side away from
traffic.
5. Read the following instructions thoroughly.
CAUTION:
When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce
the possibility of personal injury:

Follow jacking instructions.

Use a jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel
changing.

Never get beneath the vehicle when supported by a
jack.

Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is
supported by a jack.

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Spare tire
Jack
Jack handleTool bag
1. Get the tool bag, jack and spare tire.
To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize
yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their
storage locations.
2. Remove the cover.
Expand
(To store)
Contract
(To remove)Joint
When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the
CONTRACT direction until the jack is free. When storing, turn
the joint by hand in the EXPAND direction until the jack is firmly
secured to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or
sudden braking.
To remove the spare tire;
1. Loosen the bolt and remove it.
2. Remove the spare tire cover.
When storing the spare tire, place it with the outer side of the
wheel facing up. Then bolt the tire in place and install the spare
tire cover to prevent the tire from flying forward during a
collision or sudden braking.

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Flat tire
Wheel block
3. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to keep
the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up.
When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front of the
front wheels or behind the rear wheels.
4. Loosen all the wheel nuts.Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle.
Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen. To get maximum
leverage, fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the
right side, as shown above. Grab the wrench near the end of
the handle and pull up on the handle. Be careful that the
wrench does not slip off the nut.
Do not remove the nuts yet-just unscrew them about one-half
turn.
5. Position the jack at the jack points shown.
Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid surface.

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6. After making sure no one is in the vehicle, raise it high
enough so that the spare tire can be installed.
Allow for the fact that you need more ground clearance when
putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire.
To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle into the jack (it is a
loose fit) and turn it clockwise. As the jack touches the vehicle
and begins to lift, double-check that it is properly positioned.
CAUTION:
Never get under the vehicle when it is supported by the
jack alone.7. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire.
Lift the flat tire straight off and nut it aside.
Before putting on the spare wheel, remove any corrosion on
the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of
wheels without good metal-to-metal contact at the mounting
surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and eventually cause
a wheel to come off while driving.

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8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight.
Align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift up the wheel
and get at least the top bolt started through its hole. Wiggle the
tire and press it back over the other bolts.
Reinstall the wheel nuts and tighten them as much as you can
by hand. Press the tire back and see if you can tighten them
more.
Tighten
Tightening torque:
103 N.m
(10.5 kgf-m,76 ft-lb.)
9. Lower the vehicle completely and tighten the wheel
nuts.
Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.
Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten the nuts. Do not use
other tools or any additional leverage other than your hands,
such as a hammer, pipe or your foot. Make sure the wrench is
securely engaged over the nut.
Tighten each nut a little at a time in the order shown. Repeat
the process until all the nuts are tight.
CAUTION:
As soon as possible after changing wheels, have the
wheel nuts tightened by torque wrench at 103 N
.m (10.5
kgf.m, 76 ft.lb.).

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14010. After changing the wheel, check the air pressure of the
replaced tire. Stow all the tools, jack and flat tire securely.
If the pressure of the replaced tire is low, drive slowly to the
nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure.
Do not forget to reinstall the tire valve cap as dirt and moisture
could get into the valve core and possible cause air leakage.
If the cap is missing, put a new one on as soon as possible.
This is the same procedure for changing or rotating your tires.
CAUTION:
Before driving, make sure all the tools, jack and flat tire are
securely in place in their storage location to reduce the
possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden
braking.
IF YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS
TO BE TOWED
If towing is necessary, we recommend you have it done by
your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not
damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are
generally aware of the state / provincial and local laws
pertaining to towing.Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed incorrectly. Although
most operators know the correct procedure, it is possible to
make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle, make sure
the following few precautions are observed. If necessary, show
this page to the tow truck driver.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the
state / provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the
ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a
towing dolly.
1. Using flat bed truck
Lexus recommends this as the best method for your vehicle.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
1422. Towing with wheel lift type truck

From front
Release the parking brake.

From rear
Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.
NOTICE:
Never tow s vehicle with an automatic transmission from
the rear with the front wheels on the ground, as this may
cause serious damage to the transmission.
3. Towing with sling type truck
NOTICE:
Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front
or rear. This may cause body damage.

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Emergency towing
Emergency towing eyeletsEmergency towing eyelets
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your
vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable secured to
one of the eyelets under the front or rear of the vehicle.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the
brakes. Towing in this manner may be done only on
hard-surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds.
Also, the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must
all be in good condition.
Before towing, release the parking brake and put the
transmission in “N”. The ignition key must he in “ACC” (engine
off) or “ON” (engine running).CAUTION:
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes
and steering will not work so steering and braking will be
much harder than usual.
IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT THE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SELECTOR LEVER
Lock
Cover of shift lock
override button
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of “P” position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1. Turn the ignition key to “LOCK”. Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.