tow LEXUS LS600H 2017 Service Manual

5517-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 568, 581)
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a rag
between the screwdriver and the vehi-
cle 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 or hard metal bar.
Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 259
Emergency towing procedure
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5527-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not func-
tion, making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in trunk. ( P. 568, 581)
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 exces-
sive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or
chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people, and cause serious
damage.
●Do not turn the power switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.
■Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
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 dam-
aged, the vehicle may fly off the truck, or
electricity generated by the operation of the
motor may cause a fire to occur depending
on the nature of the damage or malfunction.

5537-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
●Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the power switch is off. The steering
lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
●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 damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

5687-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Parking brake release tool
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
Tools
Screwdriver
Spare tire
Towing eyelet
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5757-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
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5817-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
*: Use of the jack (P. 571)
Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit, jack and tools
Wheel nut wrench
Jack handle
Parking brake release tool
Towing eyelet
Jack*
Screwdriver
Tools
Emergency tire puncture repair
kit
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6177-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
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 lever 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 transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the rear 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.

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8-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Front seats
( P. 187)
Front passenger’s seat lum-
bar support firmness
adjustment when exiting
the vehicle
OnOff——O
Front passenger’s seat
ottoman movement when
exiting the vehicle*2OnOff——O
Upward movement of
entire front passenger seat
during stowage when the
seat is stowed by using the
front passenger seat oper-
ation AUTO switch on
front console or the front
passenger seat operation
AUTO button on the rear
armrest*2
OnOff——O
The following is the default
order of front passenger
seat storage operations
performed by pressing and
holding the front passen-
ger seat operation switch
on the rear armrest*2
Seat moves forward
Seatback folds for-
ward
Head restraint moves
upward and entire seat
moves downward
Head restraint folds
forward
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and
then
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and
then
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and
then
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized setting123
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12
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4
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2
1
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659Alphabetical index
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Eco drive mode ..................................... 334
Electric motor (traction motor) .........85
Electric Power Steering (EPS)........339
Function ..................................................339
Warning light ....................................... 557
Electronic key.......................................... 140
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................... 603
Replacing the battery....................... 532
Electronically modulated air
suspension ............................................ 336
Emergency brake signal ....................339
Emergency flashers .............................546
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................563
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.........................................607
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................... 603
If the hybrid system will not
start ........................................................ 597
If the parking brake cannot
be released....................................... 599
If the warning buzzer sounds ..... 555
If the warning light turns on ......... 555
If you have a flat tire..............567, 578
If you think something
is wrong .............................................. 554
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 616
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 547
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ............................................ 548
If your vehicle overheats....................611
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 578
Energy monitor ........................................ 131
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ..................... 248
Compartment ..................................... 492
Engine switch ....................................... 247
Hood ....................................................... 489
How to start the hybrid
system................................................... 247
Identification number......................... 621
If the hybrid system will not
start ....................................................... 597
Ignition switch
(power switch) ................................. 247
Overheating ............................................611
Power switch ........................................ 247
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673Alphabetical index
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Tires ............................................................506
Chains .................................................... 386
Checking .............................................. 506
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ..............................................578
If you have a flat tire ............. 567, 578
Inflation pressure............................... 630
Replacing ............................................... 567
Rotating tires ........................................507
Size........................................................... 630
Snow tires ..............................................387
Spare tire................................................ 567
Tire inflation pressure display
function ..................................................125
Tire pressure warning system .... 508
Warning light ...................................... 559
Tools ................................................ 568, 581
Top strap .................................................... 80
Towing .......................................................548
Emergency towing........................... 548
Towing eyelet ....................................... 551
Trailer towing ....................................... 246
Traction battery (hybrid battery).......89
Traction Control (TRC) .................... 338
Traction motor (electric motor) ........85
Trailer towing ......................................... 246
Transmission........................................... 255
Driving mode select switch.......... 334
Hybrid transmission ......................... 255
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P................................... 259
S mode ....................................................257
Paddle shift switches........................ 256
TRC (Traction Control) ..................... 338
Trip information....................................... 123
Trip meters ................................................. 115
Trunk ........................................................... 180
Jam protection function ................... 182
Luggage security system ................. 181
Power trunk lid .................................... 180
Smart entry & start system ...............151
Trunk closer switch ............................. 181
Trunk easy closer ................................ 182
Trunk features ......................................442
Trunk grip................................................. 181
Trunk lid light ......................................... 182
Trunk light ............................................... 182
Trunk opener main switch ............... 181
Trunk opener switch......................... 180
Wireless remote control ................... 171
Trunk light
Trunk lid light ......................................... 182
Trunk light ............................................... 182
Wattage ................................................... 631
Turn signal lights ................................... 262
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 543
Turn signal lever..................................262