towing Lexus CT200h 2013 (in English) User Guide

4676-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
When storing a bottle, close the cap.
The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
The partition in the cup holder can also be
used to store a small cup or can.
WA R N I N G
Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.
NOTICE
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles or glass and
paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders.
The contents may spill and glasses may break.

4726-3. Using the storage features
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Stowing the luggage cover
Remove the side deck boards
and open the center auxiliary
box.
Adjust the cover so that the
information label is facing up.
Fold the rear edge of the cover
over, replace the side deck
boards and close the center
auxiliary box.
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WA R N I N G
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions when
not in use.
If the deck boards are removed, return them to their original positions before
driving. In the event of sudden braking, an accident may occur due to an
occupant being struck by the deck boards or the items stored in the auxiliary
box.
Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the luggage
cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing death or
serious injury to the child.

5628-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
In the following situations, it is not possible to be towed by another vehi-
cle using cable or chain, as the front wheels may be locked due to the
parking lock. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional or a commercial towing service.
There is a malfunction in the P position control system. (P. 581)
There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (P. 87)
There is a malfunction in the smart entry & start system. (P. 622)
The 12-volt battery is discharged. (P. 624)
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front, the
vehicle’s rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions. (P. 563,
566)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.
Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle

5638-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional before towing.
The hybrid warning message shows on and the vehicle does not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

5648-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your Lexus is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in the
illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie downs
or the vehicle may be damaged.
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short
distances at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good con-
dition.
Using a flat bed truck
Emergency towing

5658-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 592, 606)
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a rag
between the screwdriver and the
vehicle body as shown in the illus-
tration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift position to N and release the parking brake.
Installing towing eyelets
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5668-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. (P. 592, 606)
WA R N I N G
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
When transporting the vehicle
While towing
When towing using a rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing hook and rope.
The towing hook or rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit people
and cause serious damage.
Do not turn the power switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the parking
lock.
Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle
could be damaged while being towed.
To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting the
ground, the drivetrain and related parts
may be damaged or electricity generated
by the operation of the motor may cause a
fire to occur depending on the nature of the
damage or malfunction.

5928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Towing eyelet
Jack
Spare tireJack handle
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6008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Vehicles with a 16 or 17 inch
wheel: Before stowing the flat
tire, remove the center wheel
ornament by pushing from the
reverse side.
Place the flat tire on the deck
board, and pass the belt through
the lower-right cargo hook and
then through the hole in the cen-
ter of the tire.
Pass the belt through the lower-
left cargo hook.
Pass the belt through the buckle
and secure the tire firmly. Check
that the belt is securely held by
the buckle.
The belt cannot be fastened securely
if the buckle is facing the wrong
direction.
Stowing the flat tire
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WA R N I N G
After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.
When stowing the flat tire
Make sure the rear seatbacks are in their original position.
Secure it using a tire tie-down belt. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out in case
of sudden braking or an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire installed on the
vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared
to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces.
Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.