2006 LEXUS LX470 Owners Manual

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(d) Emergency towing
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If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done
by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your
vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook. Use extreme
caution when towing the vehicle.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the
ground. This may cause serious damage to the
transmission.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the
brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only on hard −surfaced
roads for a short distance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels,
axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good
condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. Avoid
sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emergency towing hook
and towing cable or chain. The hook and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage.
NOTICE
 Do not use front and rear eyelets. It is not designed
for towing.
 Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for
use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or
chain to the towing hook provided.
Before towing, check that the center differential is unlocked.
(The indicator light must be off with the ignition on.) Release
the parking brake and put the transmission in “N”. The ignition
key must be in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine running).

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CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the
brakes and steering will not work so steering and
braking will be much harder than usual.
Emergency towing hook precautions:
Before emergency towing, check that the hook is not broken
or damaged and that the installation bolts are not loose.
 Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the hook.
 Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and even force.
 To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at
a vertical angle. Always pull straight ahead.
CAUTION
If the emergency towing hook is used to get out when
your vehicle becomes stuck in the mud, sand or other
condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out
under its own power, make sure to observe the
precautions mentioned below. Otherwise, excessive
stress will be put on the hook and the towing cable or
chain may break, causing serious injury or damage.
If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly
continue the towing. Contact your Lexus dealer or a
commercial tow truck service for assistance.
 Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
 Keep away from the vehicle during towing.
Tips for towing a stuck vehicle:
The following methods are effective to use when your
vehicle is stuck in the mud, sand or other condition from
which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own
power. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. In
addition, keep away from the vehic les and towing cable or
chain when towing.
 Remove the sand and soil in the front and the back of the
tires.
 Place stones or wood under the tires.

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IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER
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If you cannot shift the selector lever, use the shift lock
override button as follows:
1Turn the ignition key to “LOCK” or “ACC”. Make sure the
parking brake is applied. Pry up the cover with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent.
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2 Insert your finger, the screwdriver or equivalent into the
hole to push down the shift lock override button. You can
shift the selector lever while pushing the button.
For your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed.
Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.

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LEXUS LINK SYSTEM(If equipped)
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 1PTT (Push To Talk) button 2Volume button
3Phone button 4“SERVICES” button
5Emergency button
The Lexus Link System is an invehicle communications
service that provides you with enhanced safety, security
and convenience. With an active subscription you can
push the “SER VICES” button for operator assistance or in
an emergency situation such as a vehicle accident (in
which the airbag was activated), you will automatically be
connected to the Lexus Link Call Center which will assist
you and/or send help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Lexus Link System can also record your conversation with
the Lexus Link Call Advisor.
Safety information for the Lexus Link System
Important!: Read this information before using the Lexus
Link System.
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY SIGNALS
The Lexus Link System to be installed in your vehicle is a low
power radio transmitter and receiver. When the ignition is
turned to the “ON” position, it receives and also sends out radio
frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for
mobile wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with
the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies.
 ANSI C95.1 (1992)*
1
NCRP Report 86 (1986)*2
ICNIRP (1996)*3
*1: American National Standards Institute
*2: National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements
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3: International Commission on Non −Ionizing Radiation
Protection

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Those standards were based
on comprehensive and periodic
evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120
scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities,
government health agencies, and industry reviewed the
available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard
(C95.1).
The design of the Lexus Link System complies with the FCC
guidelines in addition to those standards.
Information for using the Lexus Link System
The Lexus Link System is a subscription −based service. To
obtain any of the Lexus Link services you must have enrolled
with the Lexus Link Call Center and have an active
subscription. It is important to be aware that an active
subscription is required to receive safety and security services.
To learn more about your subscription status or how to renew
or extend your subscription, please push the “SERVICES”
button and speak to the Lexus Link Advisor, or you may dial toll
free 1 −800− 25 Lexus (Toll− Free) (1−800− 255−3987) and
select the option for Lexus Link. If you are not enrolled, you will
hear the explanation about the Lexus Link System. The actual
message is shown on “Audible voice prompts” on page 381.
If you push the “SERVICES” button again, you will be
connected to the Lexus Link Call Center for enrollment. To
cancel the enrollment call, push the phone button.
NOTICE
This system is only operational in GPS (Global
Positioning System) and cellular coverage areas.
Services may not be available in an area where the GPS
and cellular phone signals cannot be received.

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INFORMATION
Operating the Lexus Link System during the use of
Bluetooth phone will terminate a Bluetooth phone call.
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 1Lexus Link System indicator light (green)
2Lexus Link System warning light (red)
When the ignition is turned to the “ON” position, the warning
light comes on for 2 seconds, then goes off. As soon as it goes
out, the indicator light comes on. This means the Lexus Link
System is operating properly. The indicator light should remain
on to inform you that you have an active subscription. If your
Lexus Link subscription has expired, the indicator light should
go off. To activate your Lexus Link System, press the
“SERVICES” button. To learn more about your subscription
status or how to renew or extend your subscription, please
push the “SERVICES” button to speak to a Lexus Link Advisor,
or you may dial toll free 1−800−25 Lexus (Toll −Free)
(1−800−255−3987) and select the option for Lexus Link. If
problems are detected in the Lexus Link System, the warning
light comes on or you will hear “A system error has been
detected. Please contact your Lexus dealer.” In either case,
take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

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In some cases, even if your subscription has expired, the
indicator light may come on. This is due to the time delay
required to process the deactivation of your Lexus Link
System. During this period, when you push the “SERVICES”
button, your call will be forwarded to enrollment. Once the
deactivation process has been completed, the indicator light
will go off.
NOTICE
The indicator light is the
primary means to let you know
the status of your subscription. It is important to be
aware that an active subscription is required to receive
safety and security services. If the indicator light is
disabled, your subscription has expired. If you would
like to renew your subscription for Lexus Link services,
please contact Lexus Link Call Center by pushing the
“SERVICES” button twice, dial toll free 180025 Lexus
(TollFree) (18002553987) and select the option for
Lexus Link, or contact your Lexus dealer.
Automatic notifications of airbag deployment
If an airbag deploys, an emergency signal is sent automatically
to the Lexus Link Call Center. In your vehicle, the system
announces “Impact detected, connecting to Lexus Link
Emergency.” In response to the signal, the Lexus Link Advisor
will a ttempt to communicate with you first. If the advisor cannot
get any response from you, the advisor will locate your vehicle
through the GPS, call the nearest emergency services
provider, describe the situation and your location. If necessary,
the advisor will transfer your call to the emergency services
operator.
NOTICE
This system is only operational in GPS and cellular
coverage areas. Upon subscription expiration, all
Lexus Link services (i.e. automatic notification,
emergency call functions, service call functions,
remote door locking/unlocking function, remote horn
and lights function) are deactivated.

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Manual emergency calling
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You can place an emergency call manually. Push the
emergency button. You will hear “Connecting to Lexus
Link Emergency.” Upon reception of your call, the advisor
will locate your vehicle and contact you to assess the
situation. If necessary, the advisor will alert the nearest
emergency service provider. This emergency call should
only be made in lifethreatening situations.
If you push the emergency button accidentally, wait until the
Lexus Link advisor answers. Explain to the advisor that
emergency assistance is not necessary.
NOTICE
This system is only operational in GPS and cellular
coverage areas. Upon subscription expiration, all
Lexus Link services (i.e. automatic notification,
emergency call functions, service call functions,
remote door locking/unlocking function, remote horn
and lights function) are deactivated.
If your vehicle is stolen
If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center at
1−800−25−LEXUS (Toll− Free) (1−800−255−3987) and select
the option for Lexus Link. The Center will connect you to the
appropriate authority for you to file a theft report. The Center
will locate, track and provide location information to the
appropriate police authority. To protect subscriber privacy, the
Lexus Link Call Center will not provide the location of a vehicle
to anyone other than a law enforcement authority.