Lexus 2003 SC430, Owner'S Manual

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2003 SC430 from May ’03 Prod. (OM24449U)
TIRE INFORMATION
This vehicle can be equipped with either run–flat tires
(RFT) or standard tires. You can continue driving on the
vehicle with run–flat tires even if any tire goes flat. It is
able to run for a maximum of 160 km (100 miles) at a speed
below 90 km/h (55 mph) after the low tire pressure warning
light blinks and chimes sound. When you drive your
vehicle after the low tire pressure warning light blinks and
chimes sound, the tire must be replaced. Do not use the
repaired tire. A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle
with run–flat tires.
The tire pressure warning system is equipped to warn you of
the low tire pressure.
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A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall of the
run–flat tire.
If you cannot distinguish between the standard tire and run–flat
tire, consult Lexus dealer.
A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle equipped with
run–flat tires. Confirm whether your vehicle is equipped with a
spare tire or not. If you have a flat tire, you have to take a
different action depending on whether the tires are standard
tires or run–flat tires.
Run–flat tires characteristics:
The vehicle with run–flat tires allows you to continue driving for
up to 160 km (100 miles) at the moderate speed and do not
ever exceed 90 km/h (55 mph) even with a flat tire. After such
usage, the tire must be replaced. If you are not sure, consult
your Lexus dealer. If you have a flat tire, decrease the speed
and drive at lower speed to reduce the extent to which the tire
is damaged.
However, in some conditions (such as at high temperatures),
you could not continue driving for up to 160 km (100 miles).
The use of non–genuine wheels may prohibit optimum
performance.
The run–flat tires equipped on this vehicle are ones dedicated
for SC430. Do not use them on another model.
Do not mix run–flat tires with standard tires.
The tire warranty book covers the detailed information on
run–flat tires. For details, see the tire warranty book.