ignition lexus LS400 1994 Electrical Components / 1994 LS400: IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
161 2. Towing with wheel lift type truck

From front
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE:
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from
the front with rear wheels on the ground, as this may
cause serious damage to the transmission.
From rear
Place the ignition key in the “ACC” position.
NOTICE:
Do not tow with the key removed or in the “LOCK”
position, as the steering lock mechanism is not strong
enough to hold the front wheels straight.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SELECTOR LEVER
Cover of
shift lock
override button
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of “P” position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1. Turn the ignition key to “LOCK”. Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.
3. Insert the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to push
down the shift lock override button. You can shift out of “P”
position only while pushing the button.
4. Shift into “N” position.
5. Insert the cover.
6. Start the engine. For your safety, keep the brake pedal
depressed.
Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.