2011 Lexus ES350 flat tire

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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CT
A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim
system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges
pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit
on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses
the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
GrooveThe space between two adjacent tread ribs
InnerlinerThe layer(s) forming the inside surface of a tubeless
tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material in the
carcass
Intended outboard side-
wall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical
tire that has a particular side that must always
face outward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a
given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire
may be inflated
Tire related termMeaning

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Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or
innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to
labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipur-
pose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or
less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent
plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fab-
ric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted
on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Tire related termMeaning

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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
data (USA only)After changing engine oilP. 3 8 3
Tire pressure warning
systemWhen changing the tire inflation pres-
sure by changing traveling speed or
load weight, etc.
P. 3 9 5
After reconnecting or performing maintenance on the battery, the follow-
ing items must be initialized for normal system operation.

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Daytime running light system............ 149
DefoggerRear window.......................................... 215
Side mirror .............................................. 215
Dimension ................................................492
Dinghy towing ....................................... 204
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ...... 158
Trip information .................................... 143
Warning message ............................ 455
Do-it-yourself maintenance.............. 374
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 314
Wattage .................................................. 501
Doors Door glasses........................................... 68
Door lock ............................... 26, 38, 40
Side mirrors............................................. 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 447
Driving Break-in tips .............................................119
Correct posture .................................... 84
Procedures .............................................. 118
Winter driving tips ................................191
Driving position memory ......................49 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................... 480
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 480
If the engine will not start................ 476
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................478
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................................ 483
If the warning buzzer sounds ......445
If the warning light turns on...........445
If the warning message is
displayed............................................ 455
If you have a flat tire ......................... 467
If you lose your keys ......................... 479
If you think something is
wrong .....................................................441
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 489
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 490
If your vehicle needs to be towed....................................................435
If your vehicle overheats ............... 486DE

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SeatsAdjustment............................................... 48
Adjustment precautions.................... 48
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ........................... 106
Cleaning.................................................365
Driver’s seat position memory....... 49
Front passenger seat position
memory.................................................. 53
Head restraint......................................... 55
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 84
Seat heaters..............................330, 332
Ventilated seats .................................. 332
Service reminder indicators ............. 138
Shift lever Automatic transmission................... 130
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 478
Shift lever lighting .................................. 314
Shift lock system .................................... 478
Side airbags................................................86
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs........................ 424
Switch ........................................................ 147
Wattage................................................... 501
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 66
Mirror position memory ................... 49
Smart access system with push-button start
Entry function.......................................... 26
Starting the engine .............................. 126 “SOS” button.......................................... 353
Spare tire
Inflation pressure ............................... 403
Storage location .................................467
Spark plug ............................................... 497
Specifications ......................................... 492
Speedometer ...........................................136
Steering wheel Audio switches ................................... 259
Power adjustment.................................63
Steering wheel position memory ..................................................49
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage ...................................................501
Storage feature ....................................... 317
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 489
Sun visors ................................................. 324
Sunshade Rear .......................................................... 335
Roof.............................................................. 73
Switch Emergency flasher switch..............434
Engine switch ........................................ 126
Fog light switch ...................................... 151
Hazard light switch ...........................434
Ignition switch ....................................... 126
Light switches........................................ 147
Power door lock switch.................... 40
Power window switch ....................... 68
Window lock switch ........................... 68
Wipers and washer switch............. 152

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Tachometer .............................................. 136
Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ........................424
Switch ........................................................ 147
Wattage .................................................. 501
Talk switch............................................... 286
Telephone switch ................................. 286
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ............................................................ 81
Engine immobilizer system ..............79
Tire inflation pressure......................... 403
Tire information Glossary ................................................. 510
Size ........................................................... 507
Tire identification number ............. 507
Uniform tire quality grading........ 508
Tires Chains ....................................................... 193
Checking ............................................... 394
If you have a flat tire.......................... 467
Inflation pressure ............................... 403
Inflation pressure sensor................ 395
Information............................................505
Replacing............................................... 467
Rotating tires ........................................ 394
Size ........................................................... 499
Snow tires................................................195
Spare tire ............................................... 467
Tools ........................................................... 467
Total load capacity.................................190 Towing
Dinghy towing .....................................204
Emergency towing............................435
Trailer towing .........................................197
TRAC........................................................... 177
Traction control .......................................177
Trip meter ................................................. 136
Trunk Extending a space ............................. 337
Opener ...................................................... 44
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................. 45
Wattage ................................................... 501
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 424
Switch........................................................ 133
Wattage ................................................... 501T

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 6 7If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 76If the engine will not start
P. 7 9Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 8 3If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 7 8If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 4 8 6If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 7 9If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 8 3If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 0Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 1Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 8 9If the vehicle becomes stuck

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 7 8Trunk openerP. 4 4Fuel filler door P. 76
Hood lock release lever P. 3 7 8Fuel filler door opener P. 76Tire inflation pressureP. 4 9 9
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)18.5 gal. (70L, 15.4 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 77, 494
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 4 9 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference)qt. (L, Imp. qt.)
Without filter 6.0 (5.7
, 5.0)With filter 6.4 (6.1, 5.3)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 495
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30