tire pressure Lexus IS250C 2014 Owner's Manual

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 356
• Glove box .................................... 357
• Console box ............................... 358
• Cup holders................................. 359
• Auxiliary box ............................... 362
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 363
Vanity mirror .................................. 364
Clock ................................................. 365
Satellite switches .......................... 366
Ashtrays ........................................... 369
Cigarette lighter ........................... 370
Power outlet .................................... 371
Seat heaters and ventilators ..................................... 372
Floor mat.......................................... 374
Trunk features................................ 375
Garage door opener.................. 378
Compass......................................... 384
Safety Connect ............................ 388 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 401
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 404
General maintenance ................ 406
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 409
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 410
Hood .................................................. 413
Positioning a floor jack................ 414
Engine compartment................... 416
Tires .................................................... 431
Tire inflation pressure.................. 441
Wheels ............................................. 445
Air conditioning filter.................. 447
Electronic key battery ................ 449
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................. 451
Headlight aim ................................ 466
Light bulbs....................................... 468
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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 431
P. 513, 522
P. 563
P. 573
Tail lights P. 176
Trunk P. 51
Rear window defogger *1P. 251
Doors P. 47
Fuel filler door P. 95
Turn signal lights P. 158
Side marker lights P. 176
*1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refe r to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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CAUTION
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause
an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. Exercise particular care when the
indicator light flashes.
■When TRAC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As
these are systems to help enhance vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn off
TRAC and VSC unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire
pressure level.
The ABS, VSC and TRAC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fit-
ted on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driv-
ing assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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■Tire chain installation (17-inch tires only)
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on front tires.
●Install the tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after
driving 1 /4
 1 /2 mile (0.5  1.0 km).
●Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with tire chains (17-inch tires only)
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used,
or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle
handling.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
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2-5. Driving information
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NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of
the tire air pressure sensor.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire air pressure sensor may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
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Change the settings.
Press the “ON/OFF” button to
change the settings (e.g. on/off).
■Items that can be set us ing the satellite switches
STEP3STEP3
Intuitive parking assist on/off (if equipped)
(→P. 2 0 8 )
Tire pressure warning system initialization
(→ P. 4 3 2 )
ID code selection for tire inflation pressure warn-
ing system ( →P. 4 3 4 )
Vehicle speed indicator on/off and speed setting
(→ P. 163)
Tacho indicator on/off and engine speed (rpm)
setting ( →P. 163)
Pre-collision braking function activate/deactivate
(if equipped) ( →P. 223)

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............. 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............... 401
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ........................ 404
General maintenance .......... 406
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs................................ 409 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ............................ 410
Hood ........................................... 413
Positioning a floor jack .......... 414
Engine compartment ............ 416
Tires............................................. 431
Tire inflation pressure............ 441
Wheels ...................................... 445
Air conditioning filter ........... 447
Electronic key battery.......... 449
Checking and replacing fuses ......................................... 451
Headlight aim ......................... 466
Light bulbs................................ 468

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Vehicle exterior
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Door/trunk• Operate smoothly?
Engine hood• The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after parking?
Ti r e
• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.
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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (→P. 4 2 0 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 4 5 1 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Tire inflation pressure ( →P. 4 4 1 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Headlight aim ( →P. 4 6 6 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser ( →P. 4 2 5 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( →P. 4 3 0 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and
treadwear.
■Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear indi-
cators is shown by the “TWI” or
“∆ ” marks, etc., molded on the
sidewall of each tire.
Check spare tire condition and
pressure if not rotated.
■ Tire rotation
Models with non-directional tires
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and extend
tire life, Lexus recommends that
tire rotation is carried out at the
same interval as tire inspection.
Models with directional tires
Tires cannot be rotated.
■ The tire pressure warning system
Your Lexus is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses
tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low tire infla-
tion pressure before serious problems arise. ( →P. 493)
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