tow Lexus ES300h 2014 Instrument cluster / (OM33A60U) Service Manual

7547-2. 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
From the frontFrom the rear
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

7557-2. 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” swit ch to ACCESSORY (hybrid system off)
or ON (hybrid system operating) mode.
Using a flat bed truck
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7567-2. 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 ma neuvers 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 eyel et 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. This may
cause serious damage to the transmission.
■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 to wing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

7937-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Vehicles 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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7947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Vehicles with a full-size spare tire
Towing eyelet
Wheel nut wrench
JackJack handle
Screwdriver
Spare tire1
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8017-2. 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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8297-2. 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 leve r 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 transm ission 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.

901Alphabetical index
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Cup holders ............................................. 618
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 39
Customizable features ....................... 862
Daytime running light system .......... 230
Defogger
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Front windshield ................................ 369
Outside rear view mirrors .............378
Rear window ........................................378
Dimension ............................................... 832
Dinghy towing........................................200
Display Dynamic radar cruise control...... 252
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .......269
Multi-information display ................100
Trip information ..................................... 101
Warning message .............................769
Display Audio system ......................... 338 Display settings ...................................343
Setup menu ...........................................345
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 673
Door courtesy lights Location ..................................................... 611
Wattage ................................................. 846
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system.................... 144
Door glasses ..........................................174
Door lock .................................................142
Open door warning buzzer.......... 129
Open door warning light............... 762
Outside rear view mirrors ................ 171
Rear door child-protector.............. 143 Driver’s seat position memory.......... 156
Driving position memory................. 157
Memory recall function ....................159
Power easy access system .............156
Driving Break-in tips .......................................... 186
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Driving mode select switch ......... 300
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............327
Procedures .............................................184
Winter drive tips ................................330
Dynamic radar cruise control Function .................................................. 252
Warning message................... 771, 778
Eco drive mode..................................... 300
Eco Driving Indicator ........................... 107
EDR (Event data recorder).....................11
Electric motor (traction motor).......... 72
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ..................................................303
Warning light ......................................... 761
Warning message..............................772
Electronic key .......................................... 122 Battery-saving function ......................131
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................. 810
Replacing the battery ........................ 719
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902Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds..................................................759
If a warning light turns on...............759
If a warning message is displayed ........................................769
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ................................813, 817
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........810
If the engine will not start............... 805
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 807
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 809
If you have a flat tire .......................... 792
If you think something is wrong............................................... 757
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 828
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......... 749
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................ 751
If your vehicle overheats ..... 821, 824
Emergency flashers ............................. 748
Energy monitor ........................................ 112 Engine
Accessory mode ............................... 202
Compartment ...................................... 681
Engine switch ........................... 201, 208
Hood........................................................ 677
How to start the engine....................201
How to start the hybrid system ..................................................208
Identification number.......................834
If the engine will not start .............. 805
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch)..................................................208
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) ...........................201
Overheating.............................. 821, 824
“Power” switch. ...................................208
“START STOP ENGINE” switch .....................................................201
Engine compartment cover............. 683
Engine coolant Capacity.................................................839
Checking .............................................. 689
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................330
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 95
Engine immobilizer system ................. 82
Engine oil Capacity................................................. 837
Checking ...............................................684
Oil level warning message ............ 777
Oil pressure warning message........................... 770
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................330

913Alphabetical index
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TiresChains...................................................... 332
Checking................................................702
If you have a flat tire .......................... 792
Inflation pressure ............................... 844
Information ........................................... 850
Replacing ............................................... 792
Rotating tires ........................................702
Size ........................................................... 844
Snow tires ..............................................334
Spare tire ................................................ 792
Tire inflation pressure display function ................................................. 103
Tire pressure warning system .....703
Warning light .......................................763
Warning message .............................783
Tools........................................................... 793
Top tether strap........................................ 68
Total load capacity ................................ 198
Towing Dinghy towing .................................... 200
Emergency towing............................. 751
Towing eyelet.......................................753
Trailer towing ........................................ 199
TRAC (Traction Control) ................. 302
Traction battery (hybrid battery) .......76
Traction motor (electric motor) .........76
Transmission Automatic transmission ................... 218
Driving mode select switch ......... 300
Hybrid transmission............................ 221
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 809
Trip information........................................ 101
Trip meters ................................................. 95 Trunk
Internal trunk release lever ............ 150
Jam protection function....................149
Luggage security system.................148
Open trunk warning message.... 775
Power trunk opener and closer ... 147
Smart access system with push-button start.................... 126
Trunk closer switch.............................148
Trunk easy closer ................................149
Trunk features......................................620
Trunk handle ..........................................148
Trunk light................................................149
Trunk opener main switch ..............148
Trunk opener switch .......................... 147
Trunk storage extension ................ 634
Wireless remote control..................139
Trunk light Trunk light................................................149
Wattage .................................................846
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........... 739, 743
Turn signal lever ................................. 225
Wattage .................................................846
USB memory ............................... 419, 539
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.