Lexus 2008 IS250, Owner'S Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
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When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so may cause
damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous handling characteristics,
which may lead to fatal or injury accidents.
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Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or treadwear.
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Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Lexus.
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Do not mix radial, bias-belted, or bias-ply tires.
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Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.
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When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not press the satellite switch without first adjusting the tire inflation pressure to
the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pressure warning light may not come on
even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation
pressure is actually normal.
NOTICE
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Repairing or replacing tires, wheels and tire pressure warning valves and trans-
mitters
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.
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To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.