Lexus RC 300 2019, Owner'S Manual

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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utes. However, in the following cases, the
settings have not been recorded and the
system will not operate properly. If repeated
attempts to record tire inflation pressure
settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
●
When operating the tire pressure warn-
ing reset switch, the tire pressure warning
light does not blink 3 times.
●
After carrying out the initialization proce-
dure, the tire pressure warning light
blinks for 1 minute then stays on after
driving for 20 minutes.
The tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter is equipped with a unique
ID code. When replacing a tire pres-
sure warning valve and transmitter, it is
necessary to register the ID code.
Have the ID code registered by your
Lexus dealer.
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Effects of incorrect tire inflation pres-
sure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure
may result in the following:
●
Reduced fuel economy
●
Reduced driving comfort and poor han-
dling
●
Reduced tire life due to wear
●
Reduced safety
●
Damage to the drivetrain
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it
checked by your Lexus dealer.
■
Instructions for checking tire inflation
pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure,
observe the following:
●
Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at
least 3 hours or has not been driven for
more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an
accurate cold tire inflation pressure read-
ing.
●
Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly
inflated based only on its appearance.
●
It is normal for the tire inflation pressure
to be higher after driving as heat is gen-
erated in the tire. Do not reduce tire infla-
tion pressure after driving.
●
Passengers and luggage weight should
be placed so that the vehicle is balanced.
WARNING
■
When initializing the tire pressure
warning system
Do not operate the tire pressure warning
reset switch without first adjusting the tire
inflation pressure to the specified level.
Otherwise, the tire pressure warning
light may not come on even if the tire
inflation pressure is low, or it may come
on when the tire inflation pressure is
actually normal.
Registering ID codes
Tire inflation pressure
Make sure to maintain proper tire
inflation pressure. Tire inflation
pressure should be checked at least
once per month. However, Lexus
recommends that tire inflation
pressure be checked once every
two weeks.
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