Lexus LX 470 1998, Owner'S Manual

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STARTING AND DRIVING
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Limited−slip differential
Some Lexus vehicles are equipped with a limited−slip differential.
If one rear wheel begins to spin, the limited−slip differential is
designed to aid traction by automatically transmitting driving force
to the other rear wheel. If you are not sure whether your vehicle is
equipped with one, you can ask you Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported
by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the jack and could
pose a danger or result in serious injury.
NOTICE
Use only a spare tire of the same size, construction and load
capacity as the original tires on your Lexus because damage to
the limited−slip differential could possibly occur with another
tire type.
CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired
speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) with your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
Your cruising speed can be maintained although a slight speed
change may occur when driving up or down a gradient, within the
limits of engine performance. On steeper hills, a great speed change
will occur so it is better to drive without the cruise control.
When the cruise control is on, the driving pattern of the automatic
transmission is fixed in the normal position, regardless of the
position of the selector switch.
CAUTION
D
To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do not
use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying
traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow−covered) or
winding roads.
D
Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. If the
vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set
speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the
transmission to use engine braking to slow down.