ECU Lexus ES300 1997 In Case Of An Emergency: In Case Of An Emergency

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NOTICE
Do not continue driving with a deflated tire. Driving
even a short distance can damage a tire beyond
repair.

Spare tireJackWrenchJack handle
1. Get the jack, wrench and spare tire.
To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should
famialiarize yourself with the use of the ack and each tool,
and their storage locations. The jack handle and wrench are
attached at the reverse side of the cover.
2. Remove the cover.

Joint
When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand in the
ªcontractº direction until the jack is free.
When storing, turn the joint by hand in the ªexpandº
direction until the jack is firmly secured to prevent it
from flying forward during a collision or sudden
braking.

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8. Reinstall all wheel nuts finger tight.
Align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift up the
wheel and get at least the top bolt started through its hole.
Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts.
Reinstall the wheel nuts and tighten them as much as you
can by hand. Press the tire back and see if you can tighten
them more.9. Lower the vehicle completely and tighten the wheel
nuts.
Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.
Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten the nuts. Do not use
other tools or any additional leverage other than your hands,
such as a hammer, pipe or your foot. Make sure the wrench
is securely engaged over the nut.
Tighten each nut a little at a time in order shown. Repeat the
process until all the nuts are tight.
CAUTION!
When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions
of your body and all other persons around will not
be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground.
As soon as possible after changing wheels, have
the wheels nuts tightened by torque wrench at
103 N´m (10.5 kgf´m, 76 ft´lbf.).

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17210. After changing the wheel, check the air pressure of
the replaced tire. Stow all the tools, jack and flat tire
securely.
If the pressure of the replaced tire is low, drive slowly to the
nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure.
Do not forget to reinstall the tire valve cap as dirt and
moisture could get into the valve core and possible cause air
leakage. If the cap is missing, put a new one on as soon as
possible.
This is the same procedure for changing or rotating your
tires.
CAUTION!
Before driving, make sure all the tools, jack and flat
tire are securely in place in their storage location to
reduce the possibility of personal injury during a
collision or sudden braking.
IF YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE
TOWED
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it
done by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck
service. In consultation with them, have your vehicle
towed using either (a) or (b).
(a) Towing with a wheel lift type truck
(b) Using a flat bed truck
(c) Never tow with a sling type truck
Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a
Lexus dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your
vehicle carefully in accordance with the instructions
given in ª(d) Emergency towingº on page 176.
Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not
damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are
generally aware of the state/provincial and local laws
pertaining to towing.
Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed incorrectly.
Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is
possible to make a mistake. To avoid damage to your
vehicle, make sure the following few precautions are
observed. If necessary, show this page to the tow truck
driver.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the
state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the
ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use
a towing dolly.

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(d) Emergency towing
If towing is necessary, we recommend you have it done
by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your
vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing eyelet. Use extreme
caution when towing the vehicle.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the
brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only on hard±surfaced
roads for a short distance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in
good condition.
CAUTION!
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers
which would place excessive stress on the
emergency towing eyelet and towing cable or chain.
The eyelet and towing cable or chain may break and
cause serious injury or damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for
use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or
chain to the towing eyelet provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake and put the
transmission in ªNº. The ignition key must be ªACCº (engine
off) or ªONº (engine running).
CAUTION!
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the
brakes and steering will not work so steering and
braking will be much harder than usual.