2011 Lexus IS F Owner's Manual

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Emergency towing procedure
Release 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. Always be
cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
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 eyelet
Remove 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. 4 4 4

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Towing with a sling-type truck
CAUTION
Installing the towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that the towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, the towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
This may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
NOTICE
To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From the front
Use a towing dolly under the
rear wheels.
From the rear
Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to the ACCES-
SORY mode so that the steering
wheel is unlocked.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch OFF.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
When raising the vehicle from the rear, 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 from the rear.

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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.

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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as soon
as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
Audible symptoms
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level
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Fuel pump shut off system
NOTICE
Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked on to the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an air-
bag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops sup-
plying fuel to the engine.
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system
is activated.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCES-
SORY mode or OFF.
Restart the engine.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be danger-
ous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake
system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
P. 4 3 5
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.