flat tire LEXUS LS600H 2015 Workshop Manual

5598-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

5608-1. Specifications
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (dis-
tributed in accordance with Table 1
* below), and
dividing by two
We a t h e r s i d eThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between components in
the bead
Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially
less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber
which, when inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall
CordThe strands forming the plies in the tire
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber com-
pounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or innerliner of
the tire extending to cord material
Tire related termMeaning

5618-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
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 lightw eight 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
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
Tire related termMeaning

5628-1. Specifications
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)
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 mate rials, that, when mounted
on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or flui d 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
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard
Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test
as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test
Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a
Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces,
and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on
at least one sidewall
Tire related termMeaning

597What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LS600hL_U(OM50E41U)●
Vehicles with a spare tire
Stop the vehicle in a safe place an
d replace the flat tire with the
spare tire. ( P. 506)
●Vehicles with run-flat tires
Slow down and drive with extra ca ution. Take your vehicle to the
nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer to have the flat
tire replaced. ( P. 515)
●Try the procedure for when th e vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
dirt, or snow. ( P. 535)
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

602Alphabetical index
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Driver’s seat position memory .......... 172
Driving........................................................ 198Break-in tips .......................................... 199
Correct driving posture .................... 34
Driving mode select switch ......... 283
Hybrid vehicle driving tips............. 323
Procedures ............................................ 198
Winter drive tips .................................325
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ....................... 257 Function .................................................. 257
Eco drive mode ..................................... 283
EDR (Event data recorder) .................... 11
Electric motor (traction motor) ..........76
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 290 Function ................................................. 290
Warning light .......................................494
Electronic key ......................................... 120 If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................524
Replacing the battery ....................... 472
Electronically modulated air suspension............................................ 287
Emergency flashers ............................. 484 Emergency, in case of
If the 12-volt battery is discharged......................................... 527
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 524
If the hybrid system will not start ......................................... 517
If the parking brake cannot be released .......................520
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..............519
If the warning buzzer sounds ...... 493
If the warning light turns on .......... 493
If the warning message is displayed ........................................503
If you have a flat tire ...............506, 515
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 492
If your vehicle becomes stuck......................................................535
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency..........485
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................................486
If your vehicle overheats ................530
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603Alphabetical index
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Energy monitor ........................................ 113
EngineACCESSORY mode........................ 217
Compartment......................................439
Engine switch ........................................ 216
Hood ........................................................436
How to start the hy brid system .... 216
Identification number ...................... 539
If the hybrid system will not start......................................... 517
Ignition switch (power switch).................................. 216
Overheating ........................................ 530
Power switch......................................... 216
Engine compartment cover ............. 440
Engine coolant....................................... 445 Capacity .................................................543
Checking................................................445
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................325
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 99
Engine oil ................................................. 442 Capacity .................................................. 541
Checking................................................ 442
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................325
Engine switch ...........................................216
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 290 Function ................................................. 290
Warning light .......................................494
EV drive mode......................................... 221
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11 First-aid kit storage belt......................375
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ............. 506
Vehicles with run-flat tires.............. 515
Floor mats....................................................32
Fluid Brake........................................................545
Hybrid transmission ......................... 544
Washer ................................................... 449
Fog lights...................................................243 Replacing light bulbs .........................481
Switch ...................................................... 243
Footwell light .......................................... 360
Front automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 336
Front fog lights........................................243 Replacing light bulbs .........................481
Switch ...................................................... 243
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................... 55
Front seats ................................................. 156 Adjustment..............................................156
Cleaning................................................. 422
Climate control seats ...................... 387
Correct driving posture .................... 34
Driving position memory................. 172
Head restraints ..................................... 179
Power easy access system .............159
Seat position memory ....................... 172
Front side marker lights......................234 Light switch........................................... 234
Replacing light bulbs .........................481
Welcome light illumination control.................................................... 126F

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Pre-Collision System (PCS) ............ 296Function ..................................................296
Pre-collision braking off switch................................................... 298
Warning light ...................................... 495
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ........................ 257
Radiator .................................................... 447
Rear air conditioning system ............ 351
Rear Cross Traffic Alert ..................... 315
Rear door sunshades .......................... 398
Rear seat Adjustment ............................................. 162
Climate control seats ...................... 388
Seat position memory........................ 177
Rear seat entertainment system
*
Rear seat relaxation system ............... 167
Rear side marker lights ...................... 234 Light switch ........................................... 234
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Welcome light illumination cont rol ......................... 126
Rear sunshade ....................................... 395 Operation ............................................. 395
Reverse operation feature.............397 Rear turn signal lights .......................... 227
Replacing light bulbs .........................481
Turn signal lever ..................................227
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror..................... 183
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 185
Rear window defoggers .................... 358
Refueling...................................................249 Capacity.................................................540
Fuel types...................................249, 540
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 252
Opening the fuel tank cap .............. 251
Regenerative braking.............................78
Remote Touch ....................................... 330
Remote Touch screen........................ 330
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................472
Fuses ........................................................ 474
Light bulbs...............................................481
Tires ......................................................... 506
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................................576
Resetting the message indicating maintenance
is required .............................................426
Retractable table .................................. 393
Road accident cautions ........................ 85
Run-flat tires ............................................. 515
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Shift lever ................................................. 223Hybrid transmission.......................... 223
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 519
Shift lever light ....................................... 360
Shift lock system..................................... 519
Shopping bag hooks ........................... 373
Side airbags ............................................... 43
Side marker lights................................. 234 Light switch ........................................... 234
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Welcome light illumination control ................................................... 126
Side mirrors ............................................. 185 Adjusting and folding........................ 185
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ............ 308
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 187
Mirror position memory ................... 172
Side turn signal lights ...........................227 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Turn signal lever ................................. 227
Smart access system with push-button start .......................125 Antenna location ................................. 128
Entry functions ...................................... 125
Starting the hybrid system .............. 216
Snow mode ............................................. 225
Snow tires ................................................ 328 Spare tire ................................................. 506
Inflation pressure................................ 546
Storage location ................................. 507
Spark plug ............................................... 543
Specifications......................................... 538
Speedometer .............................................99
Sport mode ............................................. 283
Steering lock ............................................ 218 Column lock release .........................218
Steering wheel ........................................ 182 Adjustment..............................................182
Heated steering wheel ...................385
Power easy access system .............159
Steering wheel position memory .............................. 172
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs .........................481
Storage feature ..................................... 364
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck........535
Sun shade Rear ..........................................................395
Rear door ..............................................398
Roof ............................................................193
Sun visors..................................................376

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Tachometer ............................................... 99
Tail lights................................................... 234Light switch ........................................... 234
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Welcome light illumination control ................................................... 126
Theft deterrent system Alarm...........................................................90
Immobilizer system ............................. 88
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 464 Maintenance data ............................. 546
Tire inflation pressure display function .................................................108
Warning light ....................................... 497
Tire information ..................................... 553 Glossary ................................................ 559
Size ........................................................... 555
Tire identification number............. 554
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...............................................557
Tire pressure warning system ......... 455 Function ................................................. 455
Initializing............................................... 455
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ............... 455
Registering ID codes .......................457
Tire pressure warning reset switch................................................... 456
Warning light ....................................... 497 Tires ........................................................... 454
Chains ......................................................327
Checking ............................................... 454
If you have a flat tire ...............506, 515
Inflation pressure................................ 546
Information............................................553
Replacing .............................................. 506
Rotating tires ........................................ 454
Run-flat tires .......................................... 515
Size ........................................................... 546
Snow tires .............................................. 328
Spare tire............................................... 506
Tire inflation pressure display function................................................. 108
Tire pressure warning system .....455
Warning light ....................................... 497
Tools ................................................ 507, 516
Top tether strap ........................................ 72
Total load capacity................................. 213
Towing Dinghy towing ....................................... 215
Emergency towing ...........................486
Towing eyelet ......................................489
Trailer towing......................................... 214
TRAC (Traction Control)................. 289
Traction battery (hybrid battery) ........ 81
Traction motor (electric motor)......... 76
Trailer towing ........................................... 214
Transmission ...........................................223 Driving mode select switch .......... 283
Hybrid transmission ......................... 223
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .....................................519
S mode.................................................... 224
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