2011 Lexus ES350 tow

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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 engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack
Jack handle
Spare tireCompact spare tire
Wr e n c h
Towing eyelet

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ES350_UInstall the spare tire and loosely
tighten each nut by hand to
approximately the same amount.
Turn the lug nuts until the washers
come into contact with the wheel.
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
10.5 kgf•m (103 N•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
STEP2
Wheel nut
Wa s h e r
Disc wheel
STEP3
STEP4
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire. (
→P. 4 9 9 )
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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 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 put the shift 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 engine.
● Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
*: Unladen vehicle
Overall length191.7 in. (4870 mm)
Overall width71.7 in. (1820 mm)
Overall height *57.1 in. (1450 mm)
Wheelbase109.3 in. (2775 mm)
Tr e a dFront62.0 in. (1575 mm)
Rear61.6 in. (1565 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)900 lb. (410 kg)
Towing capacity
(trailer weight + cargo weight)1000 lb. (450 kg)

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Steering
Tires and wheelsType A
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluidAutomatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
Ti r e s i z eP215/55R17 93V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation
pressure)
Driving under normal conditions Front:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
When driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h), in countries where such speeds
are permitted by law, add 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3
kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front tires and rear tires.
Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Towing a trailer
Front:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17 × 7J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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ES350_UTy p e B
Ti r e s i z eP215/55R17 93V,
T155/70D17 110M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation
pressure)
Driving under normal conditions
Front:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*
Rear:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*
Spare:
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
*:When driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h), in countries where such
speeds are permitted by law, add 4.3 psi
(30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front
tires and rear tires. Never exceed the max-
imum cold tire inflation pressure indicated
on the tire sidewall.
Towing a trailer Front:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17 × 7J, 17 × 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system............ 149
DefoggerRear window.......................................... 215
Side mirror .............................................. 215
Dimension ................................................492
Dinghy towing ....................................... 204
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ...... 158
Trip information .................................... 143
Warning message ............................ 455
Do-it-yourself maintenance.............. 374
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 314
Wattage .................................................. 501
Doors Door glasses........................................... 68
Door lock ............................... 26, 38, 40
Side mirrors............................................. 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 447
Driving Break-in tips .............................................119
Correct posture .................................... 84
Procedures .............................................. 118
Winter driving tips ................................191
Driving position memory ......................49 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................... 480
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 480
If the engine will not start................ 476
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................478
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................................ 483
If the warning buzzer sounds ......445
If the warning light turns on...........445
If the warning message is
displayed............................................ 455
If you have a flat tire ......................... 467
If you lose your keys ......................... 479
If you think something is
wrong .....................................................441
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 489
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 490
If your vehicle needs to be towed....................................................435
If your vehicle overheats ............... 486DE

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Alphabetical index
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Tachometer .............................................. 136
Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ........................424
Switch ........................................................ 147
Wattage .................................................. 501
Talk switch............................................... 286
Telephone switch ................................. 286
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ............................................................ 81
Engine immobilizer system ..............79
Tire inflation pressure......................... 403
Tire information Glossary ................................................. 510
Size ........................................................... 507
Tire identification number ............. 507
Uniform tire quality grading........ 508
Tires Chains ....................................................... 193
Checking ............................................... 394
If you have a flat tire.......................... 467
Inflation pressure ............................... 403
Inflation pressure sensor................ 395
Information............................................505
Replacing............................................... 467
Rotating tires ........................................ 394
Size ........................................................... 499
Snow tires................................................195
Spare tire ............................................... 467
Tools ........................................................... 467
Total load capacity.................................190 Towing
Dinghy towing .....................................204
Emergency towing............................435
Trailer towing .........................................197
TRAC........................................................... 177
Traction control .......................................177
Trip meter ................................................. 136
Trunk Extending a space ............................. 337
Opener ...................................................... 44
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................. 45
Wattage ................................................... 501
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 424
Switch........................................................ 133
Wattage ................................................... 501T