3807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When replacing tires on a vehicle with
wheel lock nuts, use the following pro-
cedures to remove and install the
wheel lock nuts. The wheel lock key is
stored in the tray inside the luggage
compartment. Always return the wheel
lock key to its original position after
use, so that it does not get lost.
■Removal
For ease of removal, the wheel lock nut
should always be the first one loos-
ened.
1
Place the wheel lock key on top of
the wheel lock nut, turning until the
wheel lock key and wheel lock nut
patterns engage.
2
Place the wheel nut wrench on the
wheel lock key, and while applying pressure on the wheel lock key,
loosen the wheel lock nut.
■Installation
For ease of installation, the wheel lock
nut should always be the last one tight-
ened.
1
By hand, install a wheel lock nut on
each wheel.
2
Place the wheel lock key on top of
the wheel lock nut, turning until the
wheel lock key and wheel lock nut
patterns engage.
3
Place the wheel nut wrench on the
wheel lock key, and while applying
pressure on the wheel lock key,
tighten the wheel lock nut to the
recommended torque.
1
Open the trunk.
2
Pull the lever upwards when lifting
the luggage mat up.
WARNING
●Do not start the hybrid system or drive
the vehicle while the vehicle is sup-
ported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while some-
one is inside.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an
object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height
greater than that required to replace
the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get
under the vehicle.
●When lowering the vehicle, make sure
that there is no-one near the vehicle. If
there are people nearby, warn them
vocally before lowering.
Wheel lock nut (if equipped)
NOTICE
Do not use an impact wrench. Using an
impact wrench may cause permanent
damage to wheel lock nut and wheel lock
key. If in doubt about wheel lock applica-
tion, contact your Lexus dealer.
Taking out the jack
