2011 Lexus IS F emergency towing

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, 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 temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emer-
gency towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard, sur-
faced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service, using a
lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provin-
cial and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle's front wheels and axles must be in
good condition. (P. 421)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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5-1. Essential information
IS F_EETowing eyelet
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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STEP2
STEP3
Location of the emergency towing eyelet
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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 tire provided. The
spare tire can only be used on the front wheels.
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 eye-Jack
SpareJack handleTighten 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 sur-
rounding 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 pro-
vide traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position, release the
parking brake and carefully apply the accelerator to free
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Alphabetical index
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Tachometer ................................161
Tail lights
Switch ...................................172
Talk switch* ..............................301
Telephone switch* ....................301
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ......................................97
Double locking system ...........96
Engine immobilizer system ....92
Tire inflation pressure ...............382
Tires
Chains ...................................222
Checking ...............................379
If you have a flat tire ............444
Inflation pressure ..................382
Replacing ..............................444
Rotating tires ........................379
Size .......................................480
Snow tires .............................222
Tools ..........................................444
Towing
Emergency towing ................417
Trailer towing .......................225
Traction control .........................206
Transmission shift switches ....153,
155
TRC ...........................................206
Trip meter ..................................161Trunk
Extending trunk space ......... 342
Opener ................................... 59
Trunk light
Trunk light ............................. 60
Wattage ................................ 481
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........... 407
Switch .................................. 159
Wattage ................................ 481
USB port* ......................... 260, 268
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ........................ 331
Wattage ................................ 481
Vanity mirrors .......................... 331
VDIM ....................................... 207
Vehicle dynamics integrated
management ........................... 207
Vehicle identification number .. 473
Vehicle stability control ........... 206
VSC .......................................... 206T
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
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