towing LEXUS LX570 2014 Owner's Guide

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8135-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer, 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 a commercial towing se rvice, using a lift-type truck or a flat
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towi ng, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
Use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

8145-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or cha in secured to the towing hook. This
should only be attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short distances at
low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to s teer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Towing hook
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Emergency towing procedure
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in ACCESSORY mode
(engine off) or IGNITION ON mode (engine running).
Put the four-wheel drive control switch in “H4”. (The center differential is
unlocked.)
Put the vehicle height in the “N” mode and press the height control OFF
switch to turn off the height control. (  P. 3 1 8 )
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Release the parking brake.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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8155-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
While towing ●
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing hook and the cables or chains. Always be cautious of the
surroundings and other vehicles while towing. ●
If the engine is not running, the power assi st for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE■
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission ●
Never tow this vehicle with the wheels on the ground. ●
Use only the front emergency towing hook or towing eyelets when towing your
vehicle.

8165-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.NOTICE■
To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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8175-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) From rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
NOTICE■
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground. ■
To prevent damaging the vehicle ●
Do not tow the vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
The steering lock mechanism is not st rong enough to hold the front wheel
straight. ●
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Wi thout adequate clea rance, the vehicle
could be damaged while being towed.

8185-1. Essential information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Using a flat bed truck
If your Lexus is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in the
illustration. When attaching the
hooks to the rear of the vehicle,
make sure to attach them to the
inside of the vehicle.
If you use chains or cables 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.
NOTICE■
To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.

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8595-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
Lay down the tire with the outer
side facing up, an d install the hold-
ing bracket.
Raise the tire.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers. STEP 5
STEP 1
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After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (  P. 76 4 )STEP 2
STEP 3

8625-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
Replacing a flat tire for ve hicles with power back door
In cases such as when replacing tires, make sure to turn off the power back door
main switch (  P. 57). Failure to do so may cause the back door to operate uninten-
tionally if the power back door switch is accidentally touched, resulting in hands and
fingers being caught and injured.
NOTICE■
Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair. ■
When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught be tween the tire and the vehicle underbody.■
When replacing the tires ●
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly. ●
Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters as
well.■
To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid seal ants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus
dealer or other qualified service shop as so on as possible. Make sure to replace the
tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. (  P. 76 3 )

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8775-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 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 sudden ly 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 depr essing 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.

9176
Vehicle specifications
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize Item
When to initialize Reference
Power back door • After reconnecting or changing the
battery with power back door
opened
• After changing a fuse with power
back door opened P. 6 0
Maintenance data • After the maintenance is performed P. 7 3 7
Tire pressure warning
system • When the set tire pressure has been
changed before towing.
• When rotating the tires in above situ-
ation. P. 76 3The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
the vehicle.