towing LEXUS RX400H 2008 Owner's Manual

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5-1. Essential information
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Towing with a wheel lift-type truckFrom the front (2WD models) Release the parking brake.
From the front (AWD models) Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheel.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
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 causing serious damage to the transmission (AWD models)
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.

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RX400h_UFrom rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
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.
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 prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
FrontFront

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NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing eye-
lets.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P.
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack
Adapter socket Wr e n c h
Towing eyelet
Jack handle
Tool bag
Spare tire

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stowing the flat tire, jack and all toolsInstall the inside spare tire cover on the outer side of the spare tire
cover. Put the flat tire in the spare tire
cover with the outer side facing up
and install the holding bracket.
Turn the spare tire clamp bolt clockwise with a jack handle and
adapter socket until you hear a click.
Stow all the tools and jack securely.
STEP1
STEP2
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( →P. 3 3 2 )
STEP3
STEP4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 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 trans-
mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
■When stowing the flat tire
●Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.
●Tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the hook
securely.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■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 and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the hybrid system.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
●Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and put the selec-
tor lever in P.
● Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
● Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide trac-
tion under the tires.
● Restart the hybrid system.
● Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicle without roof rails
*3: Vehicle with roof rails
*4: Vehicle with roof rails and cross rails
Overall length187.2 in. (4755 mm)
Overall width72.6 in. (1845 mm)
Overall height *1
2WD models
66.1 in. (1680 mm) *2
67.7 in. (1720 mm) *3
68.3 in. (1735 mm) *4
AW D m o d e l s
66.3 in. (1685 mm) *2
67.9 in. (1725 mm) *3
68.5 in. (1740 mm) *4
Wheelbase106.9 in. (2715 mm)
Tr e a d
2WD models -Front-Rear62.2 in. (1580 mm)
61.6 in. (1565 mm)
AW D m o d e l s - Fr o n t -Rear62.0 in. (1575 mm)
61.2 in. (1555 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)925 lb. (420 kg)
Towing capacity
(Trailer weight + cargo)
Without towing pack-
age2000 lb. (907 kg)
With towing package3500 lb. (1588 kg)

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Vehicle specifications
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Tr a n s a x l e
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill
Front
Without towing package
With towing package
Rear (AWD models only)
3.9 qt. (3.7L, 3.2 Imp. qt.)
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp. qt.)
1.8 qt. (1.7 L, 1.5 Imp. qt.)
The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If
replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus
dealer.
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Transaxle fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
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CareExterior ................................................... 298
Interior.......................................................301
Seat belts ............................................... 302
Cargo capacity ....................................... 178
Cargo hooks .......................................... 284
CD changer CD .............................................................. 214
MP3 disc ............................................... 220
WMA disc ............................................ 220
CD player.................................................. 214
Chains......................................................... 184
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.................. 108
Booster seats, installation ..................113
Convertible seats, definition ......... 108
Convertible seats, installation .........113
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......................103
Infant seats, definition ....................... 108
Infant seats, installation........................113
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages ...........................................116
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........113
Installing CRS with top straps ........ 118
Child safety
Air bag precautions ............................ 98
Battery precautions.............. 328, 423
Child restraint system ...................... 108
Child-protectors................................... 40
How your child should wear the seat belt ...........................................62
Installing child restraints ..................... 112
Moon roof precautions ...................... 77
Power window lock switch .............. 72
Power window precautions............. 74 Removed rear seat entertainment
system controller battery............. 351
Removed wireless remote control battery precautions .......................349
Seat belt comfort guide .....................59
Seat belt extender precautions...... 64
Seat belt precautions .......................... 62
Seat heater precautions................. 280
Child-protectors ...................................... 40
Cleaning Exterior................................................... 298
Interior ...................................................... 301
Seat belts ................................................302
Clock ......................................................... 274
Coin holder .............................................268
Compass .................................................. 292
Condenser .............................................. 325
Console box ........................................... 266
Cooling system Engine overheating........................... 424
Cruise control Cruise control........................................157
Dynamic laser cruise control ........ 160
Cup holder .............................................. 269
Curtain shield airbags............................. 91
Customizable features .......................458
Daytime running light system ........... 149
Defogger Rear window ........................................204
Side mirror.............................................204
Dimension................................................430
Dinghy towing ......................................... 196
Display
Dynamic laser cruise control ........ 160
Trip information ................................... 146C
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