1272-1. Driving procedures2When drivingGS_G_U (OM30C80U)June 29, 2011 10:21 am■Driving in the rain●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, be cause the road surface will be especially slippery.●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.■Breaking in your new LexusTo extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to observe:●For the first 186 miles (300 km): Avoid sudden stops.●For the first 621 miles (1000 km):* Do not drive at extremely high speeds.* Avoid sudden acceleration.* Do not drive continuously in the low range in the "S" position.* Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.■Drum-in-disc type parking brake systemYour vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bedding-down.■Operating your vehicle in a foreign countryComply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. ( → P. 589)■When starting on an inclineThe hill-start assist control may operate. (→ P. 200)
