Lexus ES: Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations
and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
- Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.
- Engine oil
- Engine coolant/power control unit coolant
- Washer fluid
- Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
- Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.*
Ensure that all tires are the specified size
and brand, and that chains match the size
of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehicles
with 18-inch tires.
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of
vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
- Use tires of the specified size.
- Maintain the recommended level of air
pressure.
- Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120
km/h), regardless of the type of snow
tires being used.
- Use snow tires on all, not just some
wheels.
■Driving with tire chains (vehicles with
17-inch tires)
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle
being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
- 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.
- Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces
or over potholes.
- Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
- Slow down sufficiently before entering
a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.
- Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
system.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment
of snow tires affects the operation
of the tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:
- Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.
- 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.
- Check for and remove any excess
ice or snow that may have accumulated
on the exterior lights, vehicle's
roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.
- Remove any snow or mud from the
bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.
When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.
When parking the vehicle
*: The shift lever will be locked if it is
attempted to be shifted from P to any
other position without depressing the
brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem
with the shift lock system. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Selecting tire chains
Vehicles with 17-inch tires
Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire
size.
Side chain:
- 0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter
- 0.39 in. (10 mm) in width
- 1.18 in. (30 mm) in length
Cross chain:
- 0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter
- 0.55 in. (14 mm) in width
- 0.98 in. (25 mm) in length
Vehicles with 18-inch tires
Tire chains cannot be mounted.
Snow tires should be used instead.
Regulations on the use of tire
chains (vehicles with 17-inch
tires)
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary depending on location and
type of road. Always check local regulations
before installing chains.
■Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when
installing and removing chains:
- Install and remove tire chains in a safe
location.
- Install tire chains on the front tires. Do not
install tire chains on the rear tires.
- Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as
possible. Retighten chains after driving
1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
- Install tire chains following the instructions
provided with the tire chains.
NOTICE
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.
Windshield wipers
To enable the windshield wipers to be
lifted when heavy snow or icy conditions
are expected, change the rest
position of the windshield wipers from
the retracted position below the hood
to the service position using the wiperlever.
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