LEXUS LX570 2014 Owners Manual

8094-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
Discharge headlights ●
Contact your Lexus dealer be fore replacing discharge he adlights (including light
bulbs). ●
Do not touch the high-intensity discharg e headlight’s high voltage socket when
the headlights are turned on.
An extremely high voltage of 30000 V will be discharged and could result in
serious injury or death by electric shock. ●
Do not attempt to take apart or repair the low beam discharge headlight bulbs,
connectors, power supply circuits, or related components.
Doing so could result in electric shock and serious injury or death.■
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

8104-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U)

When trouble arises
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811
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers................ 812
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ....................................... 813
If you think something is
wrong ....................................... 819
Fuel pump shut off
system .................................... 820 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... .................................. 821
If a warning message is
displayed................................ 832
If you have a flat tire............... 849
If the engine will not
start ......................................... 863
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P”.................... 865
If you lose your keys .............. 866
If the electronic key does
not operate properly.......... 867
If the battery is
discharged ............................ 870
If your vehicle overheats ..... 873
If the vehicle becomes
stuck......................................... 876
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ............................ 878

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ■
Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not operating,
the battery may discharge.The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle
has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.
Press the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.

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When trouble arises
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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When trouble arises
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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When trouble arises
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.