towing Lexus IS F 2014 User Guide

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Installing the towing eyeletRemove 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
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench.
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STEP3
■Location of the emergency towing eyelet
→P. 4 9 3

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Towing with a sling-type truck
CAUTION
■Installing the towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that the towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, the towing eyelet may come loose during towing. This may
lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling- type truck, either from the front or rear.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truckFrom the front Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear Turn the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to the ACCESSORY mode
so that the steering wheel is
unlocked.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
OFF.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
●When raising the vehicle from the rear, 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 from the rear.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire provided. The spare
tire can only be used on the front wheels.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P.
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Tool bag
(including towing eyelet) Jack
Spare tireJack handle
Tighten Loosen

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If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. 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
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position, release the parking
brake and carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your
attempts to free the vehicle. (→ P. 202)
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Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system ........... 168
Defogger*Rear window........................................ 232
Side mirrors .......................................... 232
Dimension ................................................. 518
Dinghy towing ......................................... 221
Display Dynamic radar crui se control ........ 181
Satellite switch mode .......................348
Trip information .................................... 162
Warning message............................. 479
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 397
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights......................... 334
Wattage..................................................528
Door pockets..........................................344
Doors Door lock.................................32, 43, 46
Door windows ....................................... 78
Side mirrors ............................................. 76
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 472
Driving Correct posture .................................... 94
Procedures .............................................128
Driving position memory ...................... 56
Electric power steering ....................... 201
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 505
Emergency flashers Switch ......................................................460
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 479 If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................505
If the engine will not start ............... 502
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery .................................................508
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 469
If the warning light turns on.......... 469
If you have a flat tire ........................ 493
If you lose your keys ........................ 504
If you think something is
wrong ...................................................467
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 514
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ...........515
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................................... 461
If your vehicle overheats....................511
Engine
ACCESSORY mode....................... 138
Compartment ..................................... 403
Engine switch ........................................ 138
Hood ....................................................... 400
How to start the engine ................... 138
Identification number ........................ 519
If the engine will not start ............... 502
Ignition switch ....................................... 138
Overheating ............................................511
Engine compartment cover ............. 404
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................ 523
Checking............................................... 409
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 218D
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TiresChains .......................................................218
Checking ................................................. 417
If you have a flat tire.......................... 493
Inflation pressure................................ 428
Inflation pressure sensor.................. 417
Information............................................ 532
Replacing............................................... 493
Rotating tires .......................................... 417
Size ........................................................... 527
Snow tires ................................................218
Tools ...........................................................493
Total load capacity .................................217
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................................... 221
Emergency towing .............................461
Trailer towing....................................... 220
TRAC.......................................................... 201
Traction control ...................................... 201
Transmission shift switches .......145, 147
Trip meter ................................................. 154
Trunk
Extending trunk space .................... 357
Opener ........................................................ 51
Trunk light Trunk light................................................. 52
Wattage..................................................528 Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 454
Switch.......................................................... 151
Wattage ................................................. 528
USB port* .................................... 260, 268
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 346
Wattage ................................................. 528
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 346
VDIM.......................................................... 201
Vehicle data recordings ......................... 21
Vehicle dynamics integrated management ........................................ 201
Vehicle identification number .......... 519
Vehicle stability control ...................... 201
Voice command switch .....................308
VSC ............................................................ 201
Warning buzzers
Brake system....................................... 469
Open door ........................................... 472
Seat belt reminder ............................. 472
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