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CHASSIS
589
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 front tires as tightly as possible.
Do not use tire chains on the rear 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.
Vehicles with electronically modulated air
suspension: When installing the tire chains, be sure
to turn off the height control and stop the engine.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may change in the
automatic leveling function, resulting in an
unexpected accident. For details, see page 446.
If the chains are installed, the tire pressure warning
system may not operate properly. See “Tire pressure
warning system” on page 462.
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CHASSIS
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REPLACING WHEELS
When to replace your wheels
If you have wheel damage such as bending, cracks or
heavy corrosion, the wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace a damaged wheel, the tire may slip off the
wheel or cause loss of handling control.
Replacement with used wheels is not recommended as they
may have been subjected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent wheels which have
been straightened may have hidden structural damage and
therefore should not be used. Never use an inner tube in a
leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire.
Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure
that they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity,
diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available at your Lexus
dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect
handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an
accident may occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
Do not use wheels other than the manufacturer’s
recommended size, as this may cause dangerous
handling characteristics resulting in loss of control.
Four wheel drive models:
Do not use wheels of different brands, sizes and
types, as this may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of control.
Initial adjustment of the tire pressure warning system is
necessary after you have replaced your wheels. See “Tire
pressure warning system” on page 462.
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
599
No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
41 STOP10
Tail lights, high mounted
stoplight, rear light failure
warning light, anti−lock brake
system, vehicle stability control
system, traction control system,
brake assist system,
electronically modulated air
suspension, shift lock control
system, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
42 TI&TE30Tilt and telescopic steering
43 MPX B7.5No circuit
44 AM17.5Starter system
45 RR FOG7.5No circuit
46 AIR SUS7.5Electronically modulated air
suspension
47 DOOR
NO. 225Multiplex communication system
48 S/ROOF30Moon roof
No.FUSEAMPERECIRCUIT
49 TAIL10
Front fog lights, instrument
cluster lights, instrument panel
lights, front side marker lights,
tail lights, license plate lights,
towing converter
50 PANEL7.5
Glove box light, instrument
cluster lights, instrument panel
lights, console box light, audio
system, power outlet, garage
door opener switch,
electronically controlled
automatic transmission system,
headlight cleaner, electronically
modulated air suspension, seat
heaters, steering switches,
power back door
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