2010 Lexus GX460 emergency towing

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:

83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.5 kgf•m)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
Lay down the tire with the outer
side facing up, and install the hold-
ing bracket.
Raise the tire. 
Pull the tire towards the rear of the vehicle when raising. After
raising, visually check that the tire is not interfering with suspen-
sion components.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
CAUTION
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden
braking.
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 stowing the flat tire
●Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.
●To avoid damaging the suspension system, make sure that the spare tire does not
interfere with the suspension components when stowed.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tire s 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 pressu re warning valves and transmitters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
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 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 transm ission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Conversation mirror ...........................534
Cool box...................................................528
Cooling systemEngine overheating .......................... 744
Cornering assist sensors ...................259
Crawl Control........................................323
Cruise control Cruise control ..................................... 242
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 246
Cup holders ............................................ 522
Curtain shield airbags............................ 121
Customizable features ........................ 781
Daytime running light system .......... 224
DAC........................................................... 327
Defogger Rear window ........................................ 404
Side mirror ............................................404
Dimension ................................................750
Dinghy towing ....................................... 380
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 246
Multi-information 
display ........................................ 204, 212
Trip information ........................ 204, 212
Warning message............................ 698
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............602
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights............................ 511
Wattage.................................................... 761
Door pocket............................................520
Doors Back door................................................. 54
Power windows..................................... 101
Door lock...........................................48, 51
Rear door child protector ................ 52 Side doors.................................................. 51
Side mirrors.............................................. 97
Downhill assist control system ........ 327
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ..... 690
Driving Correct posture..................................... 119
Off-road precautions...................... 348
Procedures.............................................168
Winter driving tips .............................. 361
Driving position memory...................... 79
Electronic key If the electronic key does not 
operate properly............................ 738
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not 
operate properly............................ 738
If the engine will not start ................734
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P....................................736
If the vehicle has discharged 
battery ................................................... 741
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 686
If the warning light turns on.......... 686
If the warning message is 
displayed ............................................ 698
If you have a flat tire .........................720
If you lose your keys ......................... 737
If you think something is 
wrong ....................................................681
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 747
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................................... 675
If your vehicle overheats.................744
Emergency flashers Switch .......................................................674
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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Fog light switch ................................... 233
Hazard light Switch .......................... 674
Heated steering wheel switch.....549
Height control off switch................. 310
Ignition switch........................................ 179
Light switches ...................................... 220
Power door lock switch ...................... 51
Power window switch ........................ 101
“RSCA OFF” switch.......................... 138
Rear window defogger switch ................................................... 404
Transmission shift switch................. 189
Window lock switch ........................... 101
Wipers and washer switch ........... 235
Tachometer .............................................. 195
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs........................ 670
Switch ...................................................... 220
Talk switch
*............................................482
Telephones switch
*.............................482
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................................... 116
Engine immobilizer system ..............114
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 634
Tire information Glossary..................................................772
Size ........................................................... 768
Tire identification number ............. 767
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.... 770
Tires Chains .......................................................361
Checking ............................................... 627
If you have a flat tire .......................... 720
Inflation pressure................................ 760
Information............................................ 765 Pressure warning system ............... 627
Replacing ...............................................720
Rotating tires......................................... 627
Size ........................................................... 760
Snow tires................................................ 361
Spare tire ................................................720
Tire pressure warning

system................................................... 627
Tools........................................................... 720
Total load capacity ............................... 359
Towing Dinghy towing ....................................380
Emergency towing ........................... 675
Trailer towing ...................................... 365
TRAC ..........................................................331
Traction control.......................................331
Trailer towing ......................................... 365
Transmission shift switches................ 189
Trip information display ....................... 212
Trip meter ................................................. 195
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........... 666, 667
Switch ........................................................ 192
Wattage ................................................... 761
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 532
Wattage ................................................... 761
Vanity mirrors ........................................... 532
Vehicle identification number...........751
Vehicle load limits ................................ 359
Ventilators ................................................ 551
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ....330
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