Lexus IS250 2006, Owner'S Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
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Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
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Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on front tires.
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Install the tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after
driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
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Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
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Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
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Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
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Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
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Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
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Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
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Driving with snow chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
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Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used,
or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
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Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
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Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle
handling.
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Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.