SECTION 6 – 3253SERVICE PROCEDURES ANDSPECIFICATIONSChassisSpecifications 254. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHASSIS262INSTALLING SNOW TIRES ANDCHAINSWhen to use snow tires or chainsSnow tires or chains are recommended when driving on snow orice.On wet or dry

CHASSIS263Chain installationInstall the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Do notuse tire chains on the rear tires. Retighten chains

CHASSIS264ALUMINUM WHEELPRECAUTIONS After driving your vehicle the first 1600 km (1000 miles), checkthat the wheel nuts are tight. If you have rotat

CHASSIS254SPECIFICATIONS– TRANSFEROil capacityOil typeRecommended oil viscosity0.9 L (1.0 qt., 0.8 Imp.qt.)Hypoid gear oil API GL–5Above –18C (0F) S

CHASSIS255– BRAKESPedal clearancePedal freeplayBrake pad wear limitParking brake lining wear limitParking brake adjustmentFluid type122 mm (5.0 in.) M

CHASSIS256CHECKING BRAKE FLUID63R001bTo check the fluid level, simply look at the see–through reservoir.The level should be between the ”MAX” and ”MIN

CHASSIS257CHECKING POWER STEERINGFLUID63R002Check the fluid level through the reservoir. If necessary, addautomatic transmission fluid DEXRONII or I

CHASSIS258NOTICEAvoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged.CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE63R004aThe recommended cold tire pressures, tire size

CHASSIS259ROTATING TIRES63E005–1To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Lexusrecommends that you rotate your tires approximately every12000 k

CHASSIS260If you have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enoughto expose the fabric, or bulges indicating internal damage, thetire should b

CHASSIS261Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking(straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering(turning