Lexus ES250 2023 Spare Tire Replacement User Manual

Introduction

A typical spare tire is not included with the Lexus ES250 2023. Instead, it has a tire repair kit that includes an air compressor and sealant. Minor tire punctures can be temporarily repaired using sealant while the tire is being reinflated with the compressor.

It is advised to get help from a technician or Lexus Roadside Assistance for more serious tire damage. In order to save weight and maximize storage, it is becoming more common for modern automobiles to not have a spare tire. Owners should become familiar with the tire repair kit and be aware of what to do in the event of a problem with a tire.

Spare Tire Replacement

If you have a flat tire

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be replaced with the spare tire. For details about tires: P.317

WARNING
If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

Before jacking up the vehicle

Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Stop the engine.
Turn on the emergency flashers. ( P.340)

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

A Wheel nut wrench
B Wheel lock key* (if equipped)
C Jack
D Jack handle
E Spare tire

*: Documentation relating to the wheel lock key, such as the registration and I.D. card, is inside the glove box.

A Jack handle
B Wheel lock key* (if equipped)
C Jack
D  Spare tire
E Wheel nut wrench

*: Documentation relating to the wheel lock key, such as the registration and I.D. card, is inside the glove box.

WARNING
Using the tire jack

• Observe the following precautions. Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack, leading to death or serious injury.
• Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and removing tire chains.
• Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire. Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires on this vehicle.
• Put the jack properly in its jack point.
  Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
  Do not start the engine or drive the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by the jack.
  Do not raise the vehicle while some-one is inside.
  When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

WARNING

• Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.
• Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
  When lowering the vehicle, make sure that there is no-one near the vehicle. If there are people nearby, warn them vocally before lowering.

Wheel lock nut (if equipped
When replacing tires on a vehicle with wheel lock nuts, use the following procedures to remove and install the wheel lock nuts. The wheel lock key is stored in the tray inside the luggage compartment. Always return the wheel lock key to its original position after use, so that it does not get lost.

NOTICE
Do not use an impact wrench. Using an impact wrench may cause permanent damage to wheel lock nut and wheel lock key. If in doubt about wheel lock application, contact your Lexus dealer.

Removal
For ease of removal, the wheel lock nut should always be the first one loosened.

1. Place the wheel lock key on top of the wheel lock nut, turning until the wheel lock key and wheel lock nut patterns engage.
2. Place the wheel nut wrench on the wheel lock key, and while applying pressure on the wheel lock key, loosen the wheel lock nut.

Installation
For ease of installation, the wheel lock nut should always be the last one tightened.

1. By hand, Install a wheel lock nut on the wheel to be installed.
2. Place the wheel lock key on top of the wheel lock nut, turning until the wheel lock key and wheel lock nut patterns engage.
3. Place the wheel nut wrench on the wheel lock key, and while applying pressure on the wheel lock key, tighten the wheel lock nut to the recommended torque.

Taking out the jack

1. Open the trunk.
2. Pull the lever upwards when lifting the luggage mat up.
3. The lever can be hooked on the edge of the trunk.
4. Remove the jack.
   Type A

Type B

NOTICE
To prevent damage to luggage mat
When closing the trunk lid, do not leave the luggage mat lever hooked on the edge of the trunk.

Taking out the spare tire

1. Remove the auxiliary box.
   Type AType B
   
2. Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire.

WARNING
When storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare tire and the body of the vehicle.

Replacing a flat tire

1. Chock the tires.
   

   Flat tire	Wheel chock positions
   Front left- hand side	Behind the rear right-hand side tire
   Front right- hand side	Behind the rear left-hand side tire
   Rear left- hand side	In front of the front right- hand side tire
   Rear right- hand side	In front of the front left- hand side tire

2. Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).
   
3. Turn the tire jack portion A by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point.
   The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indicate the jack point positions.
   
4. Assemble the jack handle.
   
5. Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.
   
6. Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire.

When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

WARNING
Replacing a flat tire

• Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the vehicle has been driven. After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
• Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
  • Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
    Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
  • Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
  • When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically designed for that wheel.
  • If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
  • Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the wheel while the vehicle is moving.

Installing the spare tire

1. Remove any dirt or foreign matter
   from the wheel contact surface.
   If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, causing the tire to come off.
2. Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount.
   Tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion A comes into loose contact with  the disc wheel seat B.
   
3. Lower the vehicle.
   
4. Firmly tighten each wheel nut two  or three times in the order shown in the illustration.
   Tightening torque:
   76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
5. Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.

The compact spare tire

• The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
  Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
  Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
  ( P.391)

After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P.321)

When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires.

If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (vehicles with 17-inch tires)

Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:

1. Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
2. Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle.
3. Fit tire chains to the front tires.

WARNING

• Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
  Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
  Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
  Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations that cause sudden engine braking.

When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not operate correctly:

FAQs

1. Where is the spare tire located in the Lexus ES250 2023?
   The Lexus ES250 2023’s spare tire is typically found in the trunk. It is frequently kept below the trunk floor.
2. How do I access the spare tire?
   Open the trunk and take out any items of value or floor coverings to gain access to the spare tire. The spare tire is kept in a compartment in the floor of the trunk.
3. How do I remove the spare tire from its storage location?
   A bolt or wing nut secures the majority of spare tires. To release the spare tire, unscrew or loosen the locking mechanism.
4. Can I use the spare tire for an extended period of time?
   A spare tire is intended to be a workaround. They usually have speed and range restrictions and are smaller. It’s best to swap out the spare tire as soon as possible for a regular tire.
5. How do I properly jack up the Lexus ES250 2023 to replace a tire?
   For detailed instructions on jacking up your Lexus ES250 2023, refer to your vehicle’s owner manual. Typically, you’ll need to find the jacking points underneath the car and lift it with a car jack.
6. What tools do I need to replace the spare tire?
   A car jack to lift the vehicle, a lug wrench to remove the lug nuts, and a spare tire to replace the damaged one are typically required.
7. How do I remove the damaged tire from the vehicle?
   The tire should then be carefully removed from the wheel hub and placed aside.
8. How do I install the spare tire onto the vehicle?
   After lifting the car, use the lug wrench to completely loosen and take off the lug nuts. The tire should then be carefully removed from the wheel hub and placed aside.
9. How tight should I make the lug nuts when installing the spare tire?
   Put the spare tire on the wheel hub by lining up its holes with the studs. Lug nuts should be hand-tightened to hold the spare tire in place.
10. What is the recommended tire pressure for the spare tire?
    Hand-tighten the lug nuts as much as you can at first. Use a lug wrench to diagonally tighten all the lug nuts after lowering the car.
11. Can I use the spare tire on any wheel position?
    It is typically advised to put the spare tire on the back wheel. However, you can also use it on a front wheel position if necessary. For detailed instructions, refer to your vehicle’s manual.
12. How far can I drive on a spare tire?
    A sticker that is usually found on the spare tire or in the owner’s manual will usually indicate the recommended tire pressure. For best results, adhere to the prescribed pressure.
13. Should I replace the spare tire after using it?
    It is suggested that you change the spare tire after using it. Since spare tires are not intended for prolonged use, it’s critical to have one on hand that is in excellent condition.
14. Can I replace the spare tire myself or should I seek professional help?
    Most drivers with a basic understanding of tire maintenance and the  the appropriate equipment. However, it’s best to seek advice from a qualified mechanic if you have any questions or feel uneasy about the procedure.
15. How often should I check the condition of the spare tire?
    When you perform routine tire maintenance, it’s a good idea to check the condition of your spare tire. Check the tire for proper inflation, tread wear, and any damage by visually inspecting it.

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