CHASSIS
437
ROTATING TIRES
63L020a
To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Lexus
recommends that you rotate your tires according to
the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the
“Owner’s Manual Supplement / Scheduled
Maintenance”.) However, the most appropriate
timing for tire rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface conditions.
The wheel assemblies must be rotated as illustrated
above.
When rotating tires, check for uneven wear and
damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect
tire inflation pressure, improper wheel alignment,
out−of−balance wheels, or severe braking. Before storing radial, snow or studded tires, mark the
direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the
same
direction when using them again. Tires should be
stored in a cool dry place.
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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NOTICE
Make sure the engine and all accessories are turned
off before performing maintenance.
When checking the battery, remove the ground cable
first and reinstall it last.
Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools.
Take care no solution gets into the battery when
washing it.
If the battery terminal is disconnected or the battery is run
down...
The variable gear ratio steering system is reset temporarily
and “VGRS” warning light flashes after you reconnect the
battery terminal. In this case, you should turn off the light
and return the system to normal. To return the system to
normal, see “Variable gear ratio steering system” on page
293.
The moon roof may not operate automatically and the jam
protection function will not operate correctly after you
reconnect, replace or recharge the battery with the moon
roof slide −opened or tilted up. In any of these cases, you
should return the moon roof to normal. To return the moon
roof to normal, see “Moon roof” on page 95.
Checking battery condition
(a) Checking by fluid level lines
64X005c
1 Upper line 2Lower line
The fluid (electrolyte) level must be between the upper and
lower lines.
When checking the fluid level, look at all six cells, not just one
or two.
If the level is lower than the lower line, have the battery
checked by your Lexus dealer.
