lexus LS400 1994 Information / 1994 LS400: IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY User Guide

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
159 CAUTION:
Before driving, make sure all the tools, jack and flat tire are
securely in place in their storage location to reduce the
possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden
braking.
IF YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS
TO BE TOWED
If towing is necessary, we recommend you have it done by
your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not
damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are
generally aware of the state / provincial and local laws
pertaining to towing.
Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed incorrectly. Although
most operators know the correct procedure, it is possible to
make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle, make sure
the following few precautions are observed. If necessary, show
this page to the tow truck driver.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the
state / provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the
ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a
towing dolly.
For vehicles equipped with the height control system, turn the
height control ON / OFF switch to OFF before towing the
vehicle. See page 133.1. Using flat bed truck
Lexus recommends this as the best method for your vehicle..

Tie down points
Front

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If your Lexus is transported by a flat bed, it should be tied
down at locations A and B as shown above.
Rear emergency
towing eyelets
NOTICE:

Do not use the rear emergency towing eyelets.

For vehicles sold in U.S.A., before your vehicle is
transported by flat bed, the Lexus ride control switch,
if so equipped, must be in the “SPORT” mode and the
height control switch, if so equipped, must be in the
“HIGH” mode.

Tie down angle
If you use chains or wires to tie down your vehicle, the
angle must be as shown above.

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161 2. Towing with wheel lift type truck

From front
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE:
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from
the front with rear wheels on the ground, as this may
cause serious damage to the transmission.
From rear
Place the ignition key in the “ACC” position.
NOTICE:
Do not tow with the key removed or in the “LOCK”
position, as the steering lock mechanism is not strong
enough to hold the front wheels straight.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
1623. Towing with a sling type truck

From front
Follow the instructions for towing from front in “2. Towing with
wheel lift type truck”.

From rear
NOTICE:
Do not tow with sling type truck. This may cause body
damage.
Emergency towing
Emergency towing eyeletsEmergency towing eyelets
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your
vehicle may be temporarily trailed by a cable secured to
one of the eyelets under the front or rear of the vehicle.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the
brakes. Towing in this manner may be done only on
hard-surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds.
Also, the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must
all be in good condition.
Before towing, release the parking brake and put the
transmission in “N”. The key must be in “ACC” (engine off) or
“ON” (engine running).
CAUTION:
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes
and steering will not work, so steering and braking will be
much harder than usual.

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IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SELECTOR LEVER
Cover of
shift lock
override button
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of “P” position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1. Turn the ignition key to “LOCK”. Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.
3. Insert the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to push
down the shift lock override button. You can shift out of “P”
position only while pushing the button.
4. Shift into “N” position.
5. Insert the cover.
6. Start the engine. For your safety, keep the brake pedal
depressed.
Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.

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IF THE MOON ROOF
DOES NOT CLOSE
1. Remove the lens from the personal lamp. Unscrew the
3 screws inside with a screwdriver.
2. Remove the switch base and remove the screw inside.A special L-shaped screwdriver for this work can be found in
your vehicle’s tool box.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to lose this screw, the washer or the
spacers as the moon roof will not operate electrically
without them.
Lower
Close
3. To close: Close the moon roof by hand as far as it will
go. Then insert the screwdriver into the hole and turn the
drive shaft counterclockwise until the moon roof is
completely closed.
To lower: Insert the screwdriver into the hole and turn the
drive shaft clockwise until the rear end of the moon roof
is completely lowered.
Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.

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IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS OR
LOCK YOURSELF OUT
If you need a replacement key, contact your Lexus dealer.
See the suggestion given in “Keys” on page 8.
If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a
duplicate, many Lexus dealers can assist you. If you must
break a window to get in. we suggest breaking the smallest
side window because it is the least expensive to replace. Be
extremely cautious to avoid cuts from the glass.