flat tire Lexus ES350 2009 Service Manual

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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 1 3
Tire pressure warning
systemWhen changing the tire inflation pres-
sure by changing traveling speed or
load weight, etc.
P. 3 2 7
After reconnecting or performing maintenance on the battery, the follow-
ing items must be initialized for normal system operation.

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Cooling systemEngine overheating ............................416
Cornering assist sensors .................... 155
Cruise control Cruise control ....................................... 143
Dynamic radar crui se control .......146
Cup holders ............................................260
Curtain shield airbags............................ 77
Customizable features ....................... 447
Daytime running light system ........... 136
Defogger Rear window......................................... 195
Side mirror ............................................. 195
Dimension ................................................ 422
Dinghy towing ......................................... 185
Display Dynamic radar crui se control .......146
Trip information .................................... 132
Warning message.............................386
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............304
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights......................... 253
Wattage.................................................... 431
Doors Door glasses ........................................... 60
Door lock................................. 22, 34, 37
Side mirrors ............................................. 58
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 377
Driving Break-in tips .......................................... 109
Correct posture .................................... 75
Procedures ............................................ 108
Winter driving tips............................... 172
Driving position memory ...................... 44 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly................................ 411
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly................................ 411
If the engine will not start ............... 407
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 409
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................... 413
If the warning buzzer sounds.......375
If the warning light turns on...........375
If the warning message is
displayed ............................................ 386
If you have a flat tire .........................397
If you lose your keys .......................... 410
If you think something is
wrong .................................................... 371
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 419
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 365
If your vehicle overheats.................. 416
Emergency flashers
Switch...................................................... 364
Engine
Compartment ......................................... 311
Engine switch .......................................... 116
Hood .......................................................308
How to start the engine ..................... 116
Identification number .......................423
If the engine will not start ............... 407
Ignition switch .........................................116
Overheating .......................................... 416
Engine compartment cover ...............312
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Shift leverAutomatic transmission......................119
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 409
Shift lever lighting................................. 253
Shift lock system ................................... 409
Side airbags ................................................ 77
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 357
Switch ........................................................ 135
Wattage ................................................... 431
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 58
Mirror position memory ....................44
Smart access system with push-button start
Entry function .......................................... 22
Starting the engine................................116
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 334
Storage location................................. 397
Spark plug ................................................426
Specifications..........................................422
Speech command switch*
Speedometer........................................... 125
Steering wheel
Audio switches ....................................223
Power adjustment ................................ 56
Steering wheel position memory ..................................................44
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 354
Wattage ................................................... 431
Storage feature ..................................... 256 Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 419
Sun visors ................................................. 263
Sunshade Rear........................................................... 274
Roof..............................................................65
Switch Emergency flasher switch .............364
Engine switch .......................................... 116
Fog light switch .................................... 138
Hazard light switch ...........................364
Ignition switch ......................................... 116
Light switches ....................................... 135
Power door lock switch .................... 37
Power window switch ........................60
Window lock switch............................60
Wipers and washer switch ............ 139
Tachometer.............................................. 125
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ........................354
Switch........................................................ 135
Wattage ................................................... 431
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm........................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system.............. 70
Theft prevention labels .......................... 74
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 334
Tire information Glossary ................................................ 440
Size............................................................ 437
Tire identification number.............. 437
Uniform tire quality grading ........ 438
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TiresChains ....................................................... 174
Checking ............................................... 326
If you have a flat tire.......................... 397
Inflation pressure................................ 334
Inflation pressure sensor................ 327
Information............................................ 435
Replacing............................................... 397
Rotating tires ........................................ 326
Size ........................................................... 429
Snow tires ................................................ 176
Spare tire................................................ 397
Tools ........................................................... 397
Total load capacity .................................. 171
Towing Dinghy towing ...................................... 185
Emergency towing ...........................365
Trailer towing.........................................178
TRAC............................................................ 161
Traction control ........................................ 161
Trip meter ................................................. 125
Trunk Extending a space............................. 276
Opener ........................................................ 41
Trunk light Trunk light..................................................42
Wattage.................................................... 431
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 354
Switch ........................................................ 122
Wattage.................................................... 431 Vanity lights
Vanity lights...........................................264
Wattage ................................................... 431
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 264
Vehicle identification number ......... 423
Vehicle stability control ........................ 161
Ventilators ................................................. 271
VSC .............................................................. 161
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................................375
Downshifting............................................ 121
Open door ........................................... 377
Seat belt reminder ............................. 377
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ...................376
Brake assist system ...........................376
Brake system........................................375
Charging system ................................376
Low fuel level........................................ 377
Low tire pressure warning light......................................................... 377
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........376
Master warning light......................... 377
Open door ............................................ 377
Pre-collision system..........................376
Pretensioners .......................................376
Rear light failure warning light ..... 377
Seat belt reminder light ................... 377
SRS airbags...........................................376V
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 3 9 7If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 0 7If the engine will not start
P. 7 0Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 1 1If the electronic key does not operate
properly
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 0 9If 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 1 6If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 1 0If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 1 3If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 7Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 7 2Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 0 8Trunk openerP. 4 1Fuel filler door P. 6 7
Hood lock release lever P. 3 0 8Fuel filler door opener P. 6 7Tire inflation pressureP. 4 2 9
Fuel tank capacity18.5 gal. (70L, 15.4 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 6 8 , 4 2 4
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 4 2 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
Without filter 6.0 (5.7, 5.0)
With filter 6.4 (6.1, 5.3)
Engine oil typeToyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 4 2 5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30