Lexus LC 500, Manual

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4-1. Before driving
4
Driving
NOTICE
● When driving over bumps in the road,
drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the
vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the fol-
lowing situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the
brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehi-
cle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal
sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat
tire (
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P.327)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded
after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause
the following serious damage to the vehi-
cle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water
immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil
and fluid used for the engine, transmis-
sion, differential, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller
shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of
all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by
flooding, it may not be possible to shift
the shift position to P, or from P to other
positions. In this case, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift
the shift position to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the
accelerator pedal is accidentally
depressed.