tow LEXUS RX270 2014 Workshop Manual

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5-1. Essential information
RX350/270_EE
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for 80 km
(50 miles) at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Installing towing eyelets
Take out the towing eyelet. (→P. 5 7 2 )
Type A
Insert the mechanical key (→P.
27) into the groove and release
the claws. With the mechanical key
inserted, remove the eyelet cover
by pulling it towards you.
Type B
Insert the mechanical key (→P.
27) into the groove and release
the claws. With the mechanical key
inserted, remove the eyelet cover
by pulling it towards you.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP2
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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EEInsert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten as much as possi-
ble by hand.
Using the tip of the wheel nut
wrench, tighten down the towing
eyelet securely without interfering
with the bumper.
STEP3
STEP4
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5-1. Essential information
RX350/270_EESecurely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to
IGNITION ON mode.
For models with electronically modulated air suspension: Change
the vehicle height to “N” mode and end the vehicle height opera-
tion. (
→P. 2 5 6 )
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: →P. 589
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the luggage compartment. (→P. 5 7 2 )
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
STEP8
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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
2WD models
AW D m o d e l s
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the front
wheels raised or with all four wheels raised off
the ground.
If the vehicle is towed with the front wheels
contacting the ground, the drivetrain and
related parts may be damaged.
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.
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RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
■While towing
●When towing using a rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive stress
on the towing hook and rope.
The towing hook or rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit people
and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and can not be operated.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
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 body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
■Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with a full-size spare tire
Towing eyelet
Tool bag
Jack handle
Wheel nut
wrench
JackSpare tireSpare tire
cover
Towing eyelet
Tool bag
JackSpare tire Jack handle
Wheel nut
wrenchSpare tire
cover
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EEFirmly tighten each wheel nut two
or three times in the order shown
in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
STEP4
■The compact spare tire (if equipped)
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
(→P. 6 1 7 )
■When using the compact spare tire (if equipped)
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire
pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the
following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 4 8 5 )
STEP5
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
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 damage to the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the front 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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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Doors
Back door.................................................60
Door lock..................................31, 53, 56
Door windows ....................................... 101
Double locking system .......................121
Power back door..................................60
Side door .................................................. 56
Side mirrors ............................................. 98
Driver's seat belt reminder light .....546
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................170
Correct posture ...................................129
Procedures ............................................ 168
Utility vehicle
precautions........................................289
Winter driving tips............................. 296
Driving position memory ....................... 81
Electric power steering ........................271
Electric sunshade................................... 108
Electronic features control ...............203
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................. 591
Electronic sunshade ............................. 108
Electronically modulated air
suspension ............................................ 256
Emergency brake signal .................... 272
Emergency flashers
Switch ...................................................... 532Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds .......... 543
If a warning light turns on .............. 543
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 552
If the back door opener is
inoperative ........................................... 65
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ..............................591
If the engine will not start ............... 587
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...............................589
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery.................................................. 594
If you have a flat tire .........................572
If you lose your keys ........................590
If you think something is
wrong..................................................... 541
If your vehicle becomes stuck ......601
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 603
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................................... 533
If your vehicle overheats................598
Engine
Accessory mode ................................ 180
Compartment ..................................... 468
Engine switch ....................................... 180
Hood ....................................................... 465
How to start the engine .................. 180
Identification number....................... 607
If the engine will not start ............... 587
Ignition switch ...................................... 180
Overheating ........................................598
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Tachometer
Tachometer ........................................... 196
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ........................................................ 217
Wattage................................................... 619
Talk switch* ............................................. 392
Telephone switch*................................ 392
Telephone* ............................................... 391
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ......................................................... 122
Double locking system .......................121
Immobilizer system.............................. 115
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 495
Tires
Chains ..................................................... 296
Checking ...............................................483
If you have a flat tire .......................... 572
Inflation pressure................................495
Inflation pressure sensor ................484
Replacing ............................................... 572
Rotating tires ........................................483
Size.............................................................. 617
Snow tires .............................................. 296
Spare tire................................................ 572
Tire pressure warning
system ..................................... 483, 546
Tools ........................................................... 572
Towing
Emergency towing............................536
Trailer towing ..............................300, 311
Traction control .......................................271Trailer towing ................................ 300, 311
TRC .............................................................. 271
Trip information display ..................... 206
Trip meter ..................................................196
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Switch ........................................................ 193
Wattage ................................................... 619
Under tray ............................................... 429
USB port .......................................344, 353
Vanity lights
Vanity lights............................................ 431
Wattage ................................................... 619
Vanity mirrors ..........................................431
VDIM..........................................................272
Vehicle dynamics integrated
management ........................................272
Vehicle identification number......... 607
Vehicle stability control ....................... 271
VSC ............................................................. 271
Warning buzzers
Brake system ....................................... 543
Key reminder....................................... 563
Open door .......................................... 546
Open moon roof reminder.......... 557
Pre-crash braking ............................. 280
Seat belt reminder ............................ 546T
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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