Lexus IS250 2006, Owner'S Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
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Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
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To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
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Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
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Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.
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When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable to
road conditions.
■ When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic transmis-
sion) or R (manual transmission) without setting the parking brake.
The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released.