Lexus CT 200H 2016, Owner'S Manual

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CT200h_OM_OM76197U_(U)
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The compact spare tire
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The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on the
tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
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Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire. (
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P. 577)
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After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (
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P. 491)
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When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure
warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warn-
ing light comes on, the light remains on.
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When the compact spare tire is equipped
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when
driving with standard tires.
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If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the follow-
ing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
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When using the compact spare tire
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Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehi-
cle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
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Do not use more than one spare tire simultaneously.
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Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
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Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
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When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
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• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
• Pre-collision system (if equipped)
• EPS
• Rear view monitor system
(if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)