tow Lexus GX460 2015 Repair Manual

5057-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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5067-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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5077-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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5087-2. 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.
■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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5387-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Insert the jack handle extension into
the lowering socket.Lower
Raise
Place a rag under the jack handle
extension to protect the rear bumper.
Lower the spare tire completely to
the ground.
If the spare tire becomes caught on the suspension components, raise the tire,
pull it towards the rear of the vehicle, and begin lowering it again. Pull out the spare tire and remove
the holding bracket.
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5447-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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5
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
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2
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5457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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5597-2. 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 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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620Alphabetical index
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Condenser ................................................461
Console box ...........................................400
Cool box ....................................................413
Cooling system ..................................... 459Engine overheating.......................... 555
Conversation mirror .............................416
Crawl Control ....................................... 340
Cruise control
Cruise control....................................... 218
Dynamic radar cruise control........221
Cup holders ............................................ 402
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 34
Current fuel consumption ................... 83
Customizable features .......................586
DAC (Downhill Assist Control system)................................................... 343
Daytime running light system ........... 198
Defogger Front windshield ................................ 384
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 385
Rear window ....................................... 385
Differential............................................... 567
Dimension ............................................... 562
Display
Multi-information display .................. 82
Trip information .....................................83
Warning message .............................. 519
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............451
Doors............................................................ 94 Back door ............................................. 101
Door glasses ......................................... 146
Door lock ..................................................94
Open door warning light................ 513
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 143
Rear door child-protector................ 97 Driver’s seat position memory........... 131
Driving ........................................................ 154
AVS switch ........................................... 335
Break-in tips .......................................... 155
Correct posture .................................... 26
Procedures .............................................154
Winter drive tips .................................. 371
Dynamic radar cruise control ........... 221
Eco Driving Indicator ............................ 86
EDR (Event data recorder)................... 10
Electronic key ........................................... 90 Battery-saving function ......................113
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 549
Replacing the battery ......................483
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 549
If the engine will not start ............... 546
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................548
If the vehicle has
discharged battery ........................ 552
If the warning buzzer
sounds .................................................... 511
If the warning light turns on ............. 511
If you have a flat tire .......................... 533
If you lose your keys........................... 614
If you think something is wrong.................................................. 509
If your vehicle becomes stuck..................................................... 558
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................504
If your vehicle overheats ................555
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