jacking Lexus GX470 2004 Audio System / LEXUS 2004 GX470 THROUGH OCT. 2003 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60A46U)

STARTING AND DRIVING
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NOTICE
When jacking up or installing tire chains, be sure to
turn off the rear height control air suspension with
the HEIGHT CONTROL OFFº switch and stop the
engine. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change
because of the automatic leveling function resulting
in accident.
If your vehicle must be towed, put the vehicle height
in the Nº mode and turn off the rear height control air
suspension. Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change because of the automatic leveling function
resulting in accident.
If your vehicle gets ditched, turn off the rear height
control air suspension with the HEIGHT CONTROL
OFFº switch. Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change because of the automatic leveling function
resulting in accident.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight
line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place
Ð well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the
center divider of a highway. Park on a level spot with
firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency
flashers.
3. F i r m l y s e t t h e p a r k i n g b r a k e a n d p u t t h e
transmission in Pº.
4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle on the side
away from traffic.5. Read the following instructions thoroughly.CAUTION
When jacking, be sure to observe the following
to reduce the possibility of personal injury:
Turn off the active height control suspension
by pushing the active height control switch.
Follow jacking instructions.
Do not put any part of your body under a
vehicle supported by a jack. Personal injury
may occur.

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 and wheel beyond repair.
When jacking up or installing tire chains, be
sure to turn off the rear height control air
suspension with the HEIGHT CONTROL
OFFº switch and stop the engine. Otherwise,
the vehicle height may change because of the
automatic leveling function resulting in
accident.

CHASSIS
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Chain installation
Install the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible.
Do not use tire chains on the front tires. Retighten chains
after driving 0.5 Ð 1.0 km (1/4 Ð 1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, carefully follow the
instructions of the chain manufacturer.CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain
manufacturer's recommended speed limit,
whichever is lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp
turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel braking, as use of
chains may adversely affect vehicle handling.
When driving with chains installed, be sure to drive
carefully. Slow down before entering curves to avoid
losing control of the vehicle. Otherwise an accident
may occur.
NOTICE
When jacking up or installing tire chains, be sure to turn
off the rear height control air suspension with the
HEIGHT CONTROL OFFº switch and stop the engine.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may change because of
the automatic leveling function resulting in accident.