suspension LEXUS LX570 2021 Owner's Manual
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5187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial to wing service before towing.
●The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
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 engine switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground cleara nce for towing at the oppo-
site end of the raised vehicle. Without ad equate clearance, the vehicle could be dam-
aged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle wh en 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 ve hicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
■Recreational towing (behind motor home, etc.)
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Never dinghy tow your vehicle to prevent caus-
ing serious damage to the four-wheel drive sys-
tem and transmission. ( P. 210)
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5207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle is transported by a flat-
bed truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45.
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing hooks. This\
should only be attempted on hard su rfaced roads for at most 50 miles (80 km)
at under 18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to st eer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering an d brakes must be in good condition.
Using a flatbed truck
NOTICE
■Using a flatbed truck
●Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.
●Make sure to disable all functions of the vehicle height control of the electronically
modulated air suspension. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change and the vehicle
may be damaged. ( P. 305)
Emergency towing
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LX570_OM_OM60T33U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle
continually points higher than nor-
mal
●Engine oil pressure gauge contin ually points lower than normal
●Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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5698-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
20-inch tires
21-inch tires
Suspension
Fluid typeSuspension fluid AHC
Tires and wheels
Tire size285/50R20 112V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Normal drivingFront:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Trailer towing
Add 2 psi (10 kPa, 0.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the rear
tires.
Wheel size20 8 1/2J
Wheel nut torque97 ft•lbf (131 N•m, 13.4 kgf•m)
Tire size275/50R21 113V XL
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Normal driving
Front:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Trailer towing Add 6 psi (40 kPa, 0.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the
rear tires.
Wheel size21 X 8 1/2J
Wheel nut torque97 ft•lbf (131 N•m, 13.4 kgf•m)
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AVERTISSEMENT
■Modification et mise au rebut des composants du système de coussins gonflables
SRS
Ne mettez pas votre véhicule au rebut et n’effectuez aucune des modifications suiva-
ntes sans d’abord consulter votre concessio nnaire Lexus. Les coussins gonflables SRS
pourraient fonctionner de manière incorrect e ou se déployer (gonfler) accidentelle-
ment, ce qui serait susceptible d’occasion ner des blessures graves, voire mortelles.
●Installation, retrait, démontage et réparation des coussins gonflables SRS
●Réparations, modifications, retrait ou remp lacement du volant, du tableau de bord,
de la planche de bord, des sièges, du cap itonnage des sièges, des montants avant,
latéraux et arrière ou des brancards de pavillon
●Réparations ou modifications de l’aile av ant, du pare-chocs avant ou du côté de
l’habitacle
●Installation d’une protection de calandre (barre safari, barre kangourou, etc.), de
lames de déneigement, de treuils ou d’un porte-bagages de toit
●Modifications du système de suspension du véhicule
●Installation d’appareils électroniques tels qu’un émetteur-récepteur radio ou un lec-
teur de CD
●Modifications à votre véhicule pour une personne aux capacités physiques réduites
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617Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................................. 407, 418Air conditioning filter....................... 505
Changing the rear seat settings ...................................................412
Front automatic air conditioning system ......................407
Micro dust and pollen filter ............ 413
Rear air conditioning system......... 418
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).......385 Function ................................................. 385
Warning light .......................................524
Active head restraint.............................146
Active Height Control Suspension........................................... 302
Active TRAC..........................................385
Air cleaner............................................... 475
Air conditioning filter ..........................505
Air conditioning system ........... 407, 418 Air conditioning filter....................... 505
Changing the rear seat settings ...................................................412
Front automatic air conditioning system ......................407
Micro dust and pollen filter ............ 413
Rear air conditioning system......... 418 Airbags ........................................................ 38
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child............................................................ 41
Airbag warning light ........................ 524
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 44
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 49
General airbag precautions ............. 41
Locations of airbags............................ 38
Modification and disposal of airbags............................................... 45
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 46
Side airbag precautions .................... 44
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ...... 46
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ......................... 44
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ..........................604
SRS airbags ............................................. 38
Alarm ........................................................... 82 Alarm .......................................................... 82
Warning buzzer................................. 524
Anchor brackets........................................ 71
Antenna Smart access system with push-button start ............................. 138
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622Alphabetical index
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EngineAccessory mode.................................. 212
Air cleaner .............................................475
Compartment...................................... 477
Engine switch .......................................... 211
Exhaust gas precautions ...................55
Hood ........................................................ 476
How to start the engine ..................... 211
Identification number ...................... 563
If the engine will not start............... 548
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 515
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..................................................... 211
Overheating ........................................ 556
Engine compartment cover ............. 478
Engine coolant....................................... 482 Capacity ................................................ 566
Checking................................................482
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 92
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil ................................................. 479 Capacity ................................................ 564
Checking................................................ 479
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390 Engine switch (ignition switch) ...........211
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light)........................ 425
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
Exhaust gas precautions ...................... 55
First-aid kit holder ................................ 436
Flat tire ...................................................... 536
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid Automatic transmission .................. 567
Brake....................................................... 568
Steering ................................................. 568
Washer ...................................................489
Fog lights...................................................236 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Switch ...................................................... 236
Footwell lights .........................................425
Four-wheel AHC (Active Height Control Suspension) ....................... 302 Easy access mode ............................304
Disabling the height control .........305
Selecting vehicle height.................. 302
Four-wheel drive system Center differential lock/unlock ...........................................311
Four-wheel drive control switch .................................................... 310
Warning light ....................................... 526
Front automatic air conditioning system .....................................................407
Front doors .................................................121
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.