towing LEXUS RX350 2015 Owner's Guide

7405-1. Essential information
CAUTIONObserve 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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When trouble arises
7415-1. Essential information
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 adequa te 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 to wing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.■
Recreational towing (behind motor home, etc.)
Never dinghy tow your vehicle to prevent
causing serious damage to the Active Torque
Control 4WD system (AWD models) and
transmission. (  P. 323)

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When trouble arises
7755-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with a full-size spare tire Towing eyelet Tool bagJack handle
Jack Spare tireWheel nut
wrench Spare tire
cover
Towing eyelet To o l b a gJack handle
Jack Spare tireWheel nut
wrench Spare tire
cover

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When trouble arises
8035-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
When it is difficult to free the vehicle
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 st riking other vehicl es, 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 damage to the tran smission 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. Press the VSC off switch to turn off TRAC.

8066-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fue l, oil level, etc.)Dimensions and weight
* 1
: Unladen vehicles
* 2
: Vehicles without roof antenna and roof rails
* 3
: Vehicles with roof antenna but without roof rails
* 4
: Vehicles with roof rails
* 5
: Without towing package
* 6
: With towing packageOverall length 187.8 in. (4770 mm)
Overall width 74.2 in. (1885 mm)
Overall height
* 1
66.3 in. (1685 mm)
* 2
66.7 in. (1695 mm)
* 3
67.9 in. (1725 mm)
* 4
Wheelbase 107.9 in. (2740 mm)
Tr e a d Front 64.2 in. (1630 mm)
Rear 64.0 in. (1625 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 885 lb. (400 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating
(trailer weight + cargo weight) 2000 lb. (907 kg)
* 5
3500 lb. (1588 kg)
* 6

8116-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications Cooling system
Ignition system Capacity Without towing pack-
age 9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp. qt.)
With towing package 10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite,
and non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
Gap DENSO FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

873Alphabetical index
Daytime running light system............ 213
Defogger*
Rear window.......................................... 361
Side mirrors............................................ 361
Dimensions ............................................. 806
Dinghy towing ....................................... 323
Display
Multi-information display............... 200
Trip information .................................. 203
Warning message ............................ 754
Do-it-yourself maintenance..............664
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights ........................ 595
Wattage ................................................... 817
Door lock
Back door ................................................ 56
Side door ...................................................52
Wireless remote control....................49
Door pockets ......................................... 600
Doors
Back door ................................................ 56
Door lock ................................35, 49, 52
Door windows ....................................... 98
Power back door ................................. 56
Side door ...................................................52
Side mirrors............................................. 95
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 747
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................155
Correct posture ..................................... 117
Procedures ............................................. 154
Utility vehicle
precautions ........................................292
Winter driving tips ............................ 302
Driving position memory ...................... 76 Electric power steering ...................... 269
Electronic features control .............. 200
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 793
Emergency flashers
Switch....................................................... 734
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds........... 744
If a warning light turns on............... 744
If a warning message is
displayed............................................. 754
If the back door opener is
inoperative ..............................................61
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 793
If the engine will not start............... 789
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................................791
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery ..................................................796
If you have a flat tire ......................... 774
If you lose your keys ......................... 792
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 742
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 802
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 804
If your vehicle needs to be
towed....................................................735
If your vehicle overheats ................799D E
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

880Alphabetical index
Tires
Chains ..................................................... 302
Checking ...............................................684
If you have a flat tire ...........................774
Inflation pressure................................693
Inflation pressure sensor............... 685
Information..............................................821
Replacing ................................................774
Rotating tires ........................................684
Size ............................................................ 815
Snow tires .............................................. 302
Spare tire.................................................774
Tire pressure warning
system ...................................... 684, 747
Tools ........................................................... 774
Total load capacity ................................ 301
Towing
Dinghy towing ..................................... 323
Emergency towing ........................... 735
Trailer towing.......................................306
TRAC......................................................... 269
Traction control ..................................... 269
Trailer towing..........................................306
Trip information display..................... 200
Trip meter ...................................................191
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs.......................... 719
Switch ........................................................187
Wattage....................................................817 Under tray ...............................................608
USB port* .............. 394, 402, 510, 520
Vanity lights
Vanity lights............................................610
Wattage ................................................... 817
Vanity mirrors ......................................... 610
VDIM......................................................... 269
Vehicle data recordings ....................... 24
Vehicle dynamic s integrated
management ....................................... 269
Vehicle identification number......... 807
Vehicle stability control ..................... 269
Voice command switch* ........433, 566
Voice command system*....................451
VSC ........................................................... 269
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................................ 744
Open door ........................................... 747
Seat belt reminder ............................. 747
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ...................745
Brake assist system ...........................745
Brake system ........................................ 744
Charging system ................................ 744
Electric power steering ...................745
Electronic engine control
system...................................................745
Low fuel level........................................ 747
Low tire pressure ............................... 747
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........745
Master warning light......................... 747U
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