1432-1. Driving procedures2When drivingStarting off on a steep uphillMake sure that the parking brake is set securely, and then select shift position D. Check that the shift position indicator shows D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake. ■Driving in the rain●Drive carefully when it is raining, becaus e 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 wate r 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, observing the following precautions is recom -mended:●For the first 186 miles (300 km): Avoid sudden stops.●For the first 994 miles (1600 km):* Do not drive at extremely high speeds.* Avoid sudden acceleration.* 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 sys -tem needs bedding-down of the brake shoe s periodically or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bed-ding down operation.■Operating your vehicle in a foreign countryComply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. (→P. 562 )
