towing Lexus GX460 2015 Owner's Guide

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GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0L 72U _( U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
●The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing servic
e, using a lift-type truck or flatbed
truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing , and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
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When trouble arises
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
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels. Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
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If your Lexus is transported by a flatbed
truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use cables or chains 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 temporarily
towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing hooks. This
should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for 50 miles (80 km) at low
speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing
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When trouble arises
Securely attach cables or chains to
the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the vehicle
body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Set the four-wheel drive control switch in H4 and push the center differential
lock/unlock switch to unlock the center differential. ( →P. 336)
For models with the rear height control air suspension: Change the vehicle
height to N (normal) mode and press the height control OFF button to end
the vehicle height control operation. ( →P. 3 3 1 )
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: →P. 5 4 8
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the tool box. ( →P. 5 3 4 )
Emergency towing procedure
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing hooks, cables or chains . The towing hooks, cables or chains may
become damaged, broken debris may hit people and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the engine switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wh eel is locked and cannot be operated.
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
■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 all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain or related parts may be damaged,
the vehicle may fly off the truck.
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.
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Firmly tighten each nut two or three
times in the order shown in the illus-
tration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Lay down the tire with the outer side
facing up, and install the holding
bracket.
Insert the holding bracket tab into one of
the holes in the wheel.
Raise the tire.
Pull the tire towards the rear of the vehicle when raising. After raising, visually
check that the tire is not interf ering with suspension components.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers.
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Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
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When trouble arises
CAUTION
■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 brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.
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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 surrounding
area is clear, to avoid striking other vehi cles, objects or people. The vehicle may also
lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.
■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 acci-
dent and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than neces-
sary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
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GX 460 _O M_ OM6 0L 72U _( U)8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: Vehicles without roof rails and shark fin antenna
*3: Vehicles with roof rails and without shark fin antenna
*4: Vehicles with shark fin antenna
*5: Vehicles without rear height control air suspension
*6: Vehicles with rear height control air suspension
Dimensions and weights
Overall length189.2 in. (4880 mm)
Overall width74 . 2 i n . ( 1 8 8 5 m m )
Overall height*1
71.7 in. (1820 mm)*2, 6
72.0 in. (1830 mm)*2, 5
72.2 in. (1835 mm)*3, 6
72.6 in. (1845 mm)*3, 5
73.8 in. (1875 mm)*4, 6
74 . 2 i n . ( 1 8 8 5 m m )*4, 5
Wheelbase109.8 in. (2790 mm)
Front and rear tread62.4 in. (1585 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)1280 lb. (580 kg)*6
1315 lb. (595 kg)*5
TWR (trailer weight +
cargo weight) (With
towing hitch)With brake6500 lb. (2948 kg)
Without brake1000 lb. (453 kg)
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628Alphabetical index
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Tools........................................................... 534
TowingDinghy towing ...................................... 184
Emergency towing ........................... 506
Towing hooks ..................................... 507
Trailer Sway Control ........................346
Trailer towing ........................................ 166
Trailer Sway Control........................... 346
TRAC (Traction Control) ................. 345
Transmission
Automatic transmission ................... 190
AVS switch .......................................... 335
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 548
Trip information........................................ 83
Trip meters ..................................................79
Turn signal lights .....................................194 Replacing light bulbs ........... 494, 495
Turn signal lever .................................. 194
Wattage ................................................... 571
USB port
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Vanity lights Vanity lights ........................................... 415
Wattage ................................................... 571
Vanity mirrors ..........................................415
Vehicle identification number......... 563
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .... 345 Warning buzzers .................................... 511
Brake system .......................................... 511
Downshifting ..........................................193
Open back door..................................521
Open door ............................................. 521
Seat belt remainder ............................514
Warning lights .......................................... 511
ABS ............................................................. 511
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 512
Brake system .......................................... 511
Charging system .................................. 511
KDSS.......................................................... 512
LED headlight ....................................... 512
Low fuel level .........................................513
Malfunction indicator lamp.............. 511
Master warning light ..........................513
Open door .............................................513
Parking brake indicator ..................... 511
PCS ............................................................ 512
Seat belt reminder light ....................513
Slip indicator ..........................................512
SRS............................................................... 511
Tire pressure warning light .............513
Warning message..................................519
Warning reflector holder.................. 406
Washer ..................................................... 206
Checking ............................................... 467
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 371
Switch ......................................................206
Washing and waxing .......................... 438
Wide view front & side monitor ..... 283
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