tow Lexus ES300h 2013 Service Manual

7467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
XFrom the frontXFrom the rear
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

7477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If your Lexus is transported by a flat
bed truck, it should be tied down at
the locations shown in the illustra-
tion.
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.
■Before emergency towing Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Gasoline vehicles: Turn the “START STOP ENGINE” switch to ACCESSORY
(engine off) or IGNITION ON (engine running) mode.
Hybrid vehicles: Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY (hybrid system off)
or ON (hybrid system operating) mode.
Using a flat bed truck
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7487-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing eyelet and the cable or chain. Always be cautious of the
surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
●Gasoline vehicles: If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and
steering will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
Hybrid vehicles: If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and
steering will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing using a
wheel-lift type truck
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
■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.

7857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
XVehicles with a compact spare tire
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Towing eyelet
JackWheel nut wrench
Spare tire
Screwdriver1
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7867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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XVehicles with a full-size spare tire
Towing eyelet
Wheel nut wrench
JackJack handle
Screwdriver
Spare tire1
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7937-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Lower the vehicle.
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)
Vehicles with a full-size spare tire:
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
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8217-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may
also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme cau-
tion.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than
necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehi-
cle may require towing to be freed.

891Alphabetical index
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Cup holders ............................................. 610
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 39
Customizable features ....................... 852
Daytime running light system .......... 226
Defogger
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Front windshield .................................363
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 372
Rear window ........................................ 372
Dimension ............................................... 824
Dinghy towing..........................................196
Display Dynamic radar cruise control......248
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .......265
Multi-information display ..................98
Trip information .....................................99
Warning message ...............................761
Display Audio system ......................... 334 Display settings ...................................339
Setup menu ............................................ 341
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 665
Door courtesy lights Location ................................................. 603
Wattage ................................................. 836
Doors
Automatic door locking and unlocking system...................... 141
Door glasses ......................................... 170
Door lock ................................................ 139
Open door warning buzzer...........127
Open door warning light............... 754
Outside rear view mirrors ...............167
Rear door child-protector.............. 140 Driver’s seat position memory..........153
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................182
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Driving mode select switch .......... 296
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............ 323
Procedures ............................................ 180
Winter drive tips ................................ 326
Dynamic radar cruise control Function .................................................. 248
Warning message................. 763, 770
Eco drive mode......................................296
Eco Driving Indicator ...........................105
EDR (Event data recorder).....................11
Electric motor (traction motor)..........70
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function .................................................. 299
Warning light ....................................... 753
Warning message............................. 764
Electronic key .......................................... 120
Battery-saving function .................... 129
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................802
Replacing the battery ........................710
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Emergency, in case ofIf the 12-volt battery is
discharged ........................... 805, 809
If the electronic key
does not operate properly ....... 802
If the engine will not start................ 797
If the hybrid system will not start ................................................799
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............801
If the warning buzzer sounds................................................... 751
If the warning light turns on............ 751
If the warning message is displayed ..........................................761
If you have a flat tire ..........................784
If you think something is wrong...............................................749
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 820
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............741
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 743
If your vehicle overheats ...... 813, 816
Emergency flashers ............................. 740
Energy monitor ........................................ 110 Engine
Accessory mode ................................ 198
Compartment ..................................... 673
Engine switch ............................197, 204
Hood........................................................669
How to start the engine.................... 197
How to start the hybrid system .................................................. 204
Identification number ....................... 826
If the engine will not start ............... 797
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch).................................................. 204
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) ........................... 197
Overheating................................813, 816
“Power” switch. ................................... 204
“START STOP ENGINE” switch ..................................................... 197
Engine compartment cover..............675
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................. 831
Checking ................................................ 681
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 326
Engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................................93
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 829
Checking ............................................... 676
Oil level warning message ........... 769
Oil pressure warning message........................... 762
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 326

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TiresChains..................................................... 328
Checking............................................... 694
If you have a flat tire ..........................784
Inflation pressure ............................... 835
Information ........................................... 840
Replacing ...............................................784
Rotating tires ....................................... 694
Size ........................................................... 835
Snow tires ............................................. 330
Spare tire ................................................784
Tire inflation pressure display
function ...................................................101
Tire pressure warning system .... 695
Warning light .......................................755
Warning message ............................. 775
Tools........................................................... 785
Top tether strap........................................ 66
Total load capacity .................................194
Towing Dinghy towing ...................................... 196
Emergency towing ............................ 743
Towing eyelet....................................... 745
Trailer towing ........................................ 195
TRAC (Traction Control) ................. 298
Traction battery (hybrid battery) .......74
Traction motor (electric motor) .........74
Transmission Automatic transmission ....................214
Driving mode select switch ..........296
Hybrid transmission............................ 217
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................... 801
Trip information........................................ 99
Trip meters ................................................. 93 Trunk
Internal trunk release lever ............. 147
Jam protection function....................146
Luggage security system.................145
Open trunk warning message.... 767
Power trunk opener and closer ... 144
Smart access system with push-button start.................... 124
Trunk closer switch.............................145
Trunk easy closer ................................146
Trunk features........................................ 612
Trunk handle ..........................................145
Trunk light................................................ 146
Trunk opener main switch ..............145
Trunk opener switch .......................... 144
Trunk storage extension ................ 626
Wireless remote control..................136
Trunk light
Trunk light................................................ 146
Wattage .................................................836
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........... 730, 734
Turn signal lever ................................... 221
Wattage .................................................836
USB memory ............................... 413, 532
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