CHASSIS
439
Tire selection
When replacing a tire, use a tire of the same size and
construction, and the same or greater maximum
load as the originally installed tires. Also, all the
tires must be the same brand and have the same
tread patterns.
Using any other size or type of tire may seriously affect
handling, ride, speedometer/odometer calibration,
ground clearance, and clearance between the body and
tires or snow chains.
Check that the maximum load of the replaced tire is
greater than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings
(GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle,
whichever is greater. As for the maximum load of the
tire, see the load limit at maximum cold tire inflation
pressure mentioned on the sidewall of the tire, and as for
the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the
Certification Label. For details about the Certification
Label and sidewall of the tire, see pages 394 and 428.CAUTION
Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an
accident may occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
Do not mix radial, bias belted, or bias ply tires
on your vehicle, as this may cause dangerous
handling characteristics resulting in loss of
control.
Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s
recommended size, as this may cause
dangerous handling characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
Do not use tires of different brands, sizes,
construction or tread patterns, as this may
cause dangerous handling characteristics
resulting in loss of control.
It can cause dangerous handling characteristics,
resulting in loss of control. If you need to change from
conventional tires to radial tires or vice versa, replace
them as a set.
CHASSIS
440
INSTALLING SNOW TIRES ANDCHAINS
When to use snow tires or chains
Snow tires or chains are recommended when driving on
snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional or radial tires provide better
traction than snow or studded tires.
Snow tire selection
If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size,
construction and load capacity as the originally installed
tires. Also, all the tires must be the same brand and have
the same tread patterns.
Do not use tires other than stated above. Since your vehicle
has radial tires as original equipment, make sure your snow
tires also have radial construction. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an
accident may occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
Do not use snow tires other than the manufacturer’s
recommended size, as this may cause dangerous
handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.
Do not use snow tires of different brands, sizes,
construction or tread patterns, as this may cause
dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss
of control.
Snow tire installation
Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.
Installing snow tires on the rear wheels only can lead to an
excessive difference in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 105 km/h (65 mph) with any type of
snow tires.
CHASSIS
441
Tire chain selection
63L009a
1Side chain 2Cross chain
Use the tire chains of correct size.
For 275/60R18 tires, use the following type chains. mm (in.)
A: Diameter of side chain 3.5 (0.14)
B: Diameter of cross chain 4.0 (0.16)
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary
according to location or type of road. Always check local
regulations before installing chains.
NOTICE
If the wrong combination of tire and chain is used, the
chains could damage the vehicle body.
Chain installation
Install the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible.
Do not use tire chains on the front tires. Retighten chains
after driving 0.5 1.0 km (1/4 1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, carefully follow the
instructions of the chain manufacturer.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain
manufacturer’s recommended speed limit,
whichever is lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp
turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked wheel braking, as use of
chains may adversely affect vehicle handling.
When driving with chains installed, be sure to drive
carefully. Slow down before entering curves to avoid
losing control of the vehicle. Otherwise an accident
may occur.
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
447
64x502b
Driver’s side kick panel
64X501b
Passenger’s side kick panel
No.FuseAMPERECIRCUIT
1 ABS NO.240Anti− lock brake system
2 ABS NO.150Anti−lock brake system
3 AHC50Active height control suspension
(AHC)
4 WIP S7.5No circuit
5 TOWING30Trailer lights
6 MIR HTR15Outside rear view mirror
defogger
7 RR HTR10Rear air conditioning system
8 HAZ TRN15Emergency flashers, Turn signal
lights
9 ALT S7.5Charging system
10 NV IR20Lexus night view system
11 FR FOG15Fog lights
12 TOWING
BRK30Trailer lights
13 HEAD
CLNER20Headlight cleaner
14 FR IG10Charging system
15 PANEL7.5Instrument panel light
16 TOWING TAIL30Trailer lights
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
448
No.FuseAMPERECIRCUIT
17 TAIL15Parking lights, Tail lights
18 BAT30All components in “ECU−B2”
19 TEL7.5Lexus Link System
20 AMP30Audio system
21 EFI or
ECD No.125Multiport fuel injection
system/Sequential multiport fuel
injection system
22 AM215All components in “IGN”
23 ETCS10Multiport fuel injection
system/Sequential multiport fuel
injection system
24 HORN10Horns
25 HEAD
(RH LWR)10Right− hand headlight (low
beam)
26 HEAD
(LH LWR)10Left− hand headlight (low beam)
27 HEAD
(RH UPR)20Right− hand headlight (high
beam)
28 HEAD
(LH UPR)20Left− hand headlight (high beam)
29 AIR PUMP50Multiport fuel injection
system/Sequential multiport fuel
injection system
30 A/F HTR15Multiport fuel injection
system/Sequential multiport fuel
injection system
No.FuseAMPERECIRCUIT
31 PWR
OUTLET15Power outlets
32 CIG15Cigarette lighter
33 ACC7.5Instrument panel light
34 AM17.5Multiport fuel injection
system/Sequential multiport fuel
injection system
35 DEFOG20Rear window defogger
36 AHC B15Active height control suspension
(AHC)
37 FUEL HTR20Fuel heater
38 POWER HTR7.5Power heater
39 AHC IG20Active height control suspension
(AHC)
40 EFI or
ECD No.210Emission control system
41 GAUGE 110Gauges and meters
42 ECU IG 110Multiport fuel injection
system/Sequential multiport fuel
injection system
43 ECU B110Navigation system
44 DBL
LOCK15Double lock system