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■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
(→ P. 5 2 1 )
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated. Also, if you
replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( →P. 411)

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NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire installed on the
vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road sur-
faces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus
dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the
tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. (→P. 4 1 0 )

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6-1. Specifications
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DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum
section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
■Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 - 1 /2) times as
well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia-
tions in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteris-
tics and climate.
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and
they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking
(straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) trac-
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Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing
the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire fail-
ure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer.
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Po w e r w i n d o wAfter reconnecting or changing the
batteryP. 76
Maintenance data
(U.S.A. only)After the maintenance is performedP. 3 8 5
Tire pressure warning
systemWhen changing the tire inflation pres-
sure by changing traveling speedP. 4 1 0
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
the vehicle.

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Rating
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LSDLimited Slip Differential
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C* ..........................................................220
ABS.............................................................. 197
ACCESSORY mode .......................... 134
Air conditioning filter .......................... 426
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ....................... 426
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 220
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 97
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 101
Airbag warning light ........................ 464
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 97
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 101
Front passenger occupant
classification system....................... 106
General airbag pr ecautions ........... 101
Locations of airbags............................ 94
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................. 105
Proper driving posture ............. 92, 101
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 97
Side airbag precautions .................... 101
SRS airbags ............................................. 94
Alarm ........................................................... 88
Antenna* ..................................................238
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 197
Armrest ...................................................... 351
Ashtrays ....................................................346
Audio input*............................................ 275
Audio system* Antenna .................................................. 238
Audio input ........................................... 275 AUX port ...............................................275
Bluetooth® audio ............................. 280
CD player/changer ........................... 241
iPod .......................................................... 256
MP3/WMA disc............................... 248
Optimal use .......................................... 273
Portable music player ......................275
Radio ........................................................233
Steering wheel audio switch......... 277
USB memory .......................................264
USB port ................................... 256, 264
Automatic air conditioning
system* .................................................. 220
Automatic headlight leveling
system ......................................................165
Automatic light control system.........162
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 138
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P....................................497
M mode ................................................... 143
AUX port* .............................................. 275
Auxiliary box .......................................... 339
Back-up lights Wattage ..................................................522
Battery Checking............................................... 406
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ................................................. 502
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 214
Bluetooth
® audio* ...............................280
Bluetooth® phone* ............................. 299
Bottle holders ......................................... 339
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Daytime running light system ........... 164
Defogger*Rear window........................................ 228
Side mirrors .......................................... 228
Dimension ................................................. 512
Dinghy towing ..........................................217
Display Dynamic radar crui se control ....... 177
Satellite switch mode ....................... 343
Trip information ................................... 158
Warning message............................. 473
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............ 390
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights.........................330
Wattage.................................................. 522
Door pockets..........................................339
Doors Door lock.................................32, 43, 46
Door windows ....................................... 76
Side mirrors ..............................................74
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 466
Driving Correct posture .................................... 92
Procedures ............................................. 126
Driving position memory ......................55
Electric power steering ....................... 197
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 499
Emergency flashers Switch ...................................................... 454
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 473 If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 499
If the engine will not start ............... 496
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P....................................497
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery ................................................. 502
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 463
If the warning light turns on.......... 463
If you have a flat tire ........................ 487
If you lose your keys ........................ 498
If you think something is
wrong .................................................... 461
If your vehicle becomes stuck ....508
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .........509
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 455
If your vehicle overheats................505
Engine
ACCESSORY mode....................... 134
Compartment ..................................... 396
Engine switch ........................................ 134
Hood ....................................................... 393
How to start the engine ................... 134
Identification number ........................ 513
If the engine will not start ............... 496
Ignition switch ....................................... 134
Overheating ........................................505
Engine compartment cover ............. 397
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................. 517
Checking............................................... 402
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 214D
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