2009 Lexus IS F emergency towing

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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
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 short
distances at low speeds.
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. Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing se rvice, using a lift-type truck or a flat
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle’s front wheels and axles must be in good
condition. ( →P. 3 4 9 )
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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■Emergency towing procedureRelease the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Put the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY mode (engine
off) or IGNITION ON mode (engine running).
CAUTION
■Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
●If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause
serious damage to the transmission.
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Installing the towing eyeletRemove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench.
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■Location of the emergency towing eyelet
→P. 3 7 9

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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 engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Tool bag
(including towing eyelet) Jack
Spare tireJack handle
Tighten Loosen

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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 engine.
●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 engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your
attempts to free the vehicle. (→ P. 171)
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Alphabetical index
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Tachometer....................................................131
Tail lights
Switch ........................................................ 142
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...........................................................73
Engine immobilizer system ............... 71
Theft prevention labels .......................... 75
Tire inflation pressure ............................311
Tire information Glossary................................................... 421
Size ............................................................ 418
Tire identification number .............. 418
Uniform tire quality grading ...........419
Tires
Chains ...................................................... 184
Checking .............................................. 300
If you have a flat tire.......................... 379
Inflation pressure....................................311
Inflation pressure sensor............... 300
Information..............................................416
Replacing............................................... 379
Rotating tires ........................................305
Size ...............................................................411
Snow tires ............................................... 184
Tools ........................................................... 379
Total load capacity ................................ 183
Towing Dinghy towing .......................................187
Emergency towing ........................... 345
Trailer towing........................................ 186 TRAC ..........................................................169
Traction control.......................................169
Transmission shift switches....... 122, 124
Trip meter ................................................... 131
Trunk
Extending a space .............................249
Opener ........................................................41
Trunk light
Trunk light ................................................. 42
Wattage ................................................... 412
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 338
Switch........................................................ 128
Wattage ................................................... 412
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 238
Wattage ................................................... 412
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 238
VDIM...........................................................169
Vehicle dynamics integrated management .........................................169
Vehicle identification number ......... 403
Vehicle stability control .......................169
VSC .............................................................169T
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