run flat Lexus GS450h 2009 User Guide

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If you have a flat tire (Vehicles with run-flat tires)
■In some condition (such as at high temperatures)
You can not continue driving for up to 100 miles (160 km).
■Spare tire
A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle with run-flat tires.
■If you cannot distinguish between standard tires and run-flat tires
Consult your Lexus dealer.
■For detailed information on run-flat tires
See the tire warranty book.
NOTICE
■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 damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
Take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer as
soon as possible.
■ Run-flat tires (A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall)
You can continue driving the
vehicle with run-flat tires even if
any tire goes flat.
The vehicle is able to run for a
maximum of 100 miles (160 km)
at a speed below 55 mph (90
km/h) after the tire pressure
warning light comes on.
(→ P. 5 1 2 )
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Tire information
Ty p i c a l t i r e s y m b o l s
Tire size(→ P. 580)
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (→P. 5 7 9 )
Location of treadwear indicators (→ P. 4 5 2 )
Run-flat tire (RFT) or standard tire (→ P. 546)
This vehicle can be equipped with either run-flat tires (RFT) or standard
tires. A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall of the run-flat tire.
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 5 3 6 /546If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 9 6Immobilizer system
P. 5 4 7If the hybrid system will not start
P. 5 5 3If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 5 4 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. 5 5 7If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 4 9If you lose your keys
The 12 volt battery runs outP. 5 5 3If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5 4Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 8Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 6 0If the vehicle becomes stuck
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 4 3 5
Trunk opener
P. 5 9
Fuel filler door
P. 9 1
Hood lock release leverP. 4 3 5Fuel filler door opener P. 9 1Tire inflation pressureP. 5 7 2
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp.gal.)
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline onlyP. 9 3 , 5 6 6
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Driving under normal conditions35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds
are permitted by law) Add 9 psi (60 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the
front tires and rear tires. Never exceed the
maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated
on the tire sidewall.P. 5 7 2
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Without filter 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)
Engine oil type“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oilP. 5 6 7
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