2012 Lexus GS350 emergency towing

7437-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)Do not tow with a sling-type
truck to prevent body damage.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear (2WD models)
Use a towing dolly under the
rear wheels.Turn the engine switch to
ACCESSORY mode so that the
steering wheel is unlocked.
From the rear (AWD models)
Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.

7457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY (engine off) or IGNITION ON
(engine running) mode.
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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 eyelets 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.
Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
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7467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and transfer (AWD
models) when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
2WD models:
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
AWD models:
Never tow this vehicle with any of the wheels in contact with the ground.
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
2WD models:
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the engine switch off. The steer-
ing 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.
AWD models:
When raising the vehicle, 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.
To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and transfer (AWD
models) in emergency towing
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This
may cause serious damage to the transmission and transfer.

7847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Parking brake release tool
Screwdriver
Towing eyeletWheel nut wrench
Spare tire
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7857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Vehicles with a full-size spare tire
Jack handle
Parking brake release tool
Screwdriver
Towing eyeletWheel nut wrench
Jack
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7997-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Type A
*: Use of the jack (P. 789)
Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit, jack and
tools
Jack handle
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit
Parking brake release toolScrewdriver
Towing eyelet
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
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8007-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
Type B
*: Use of the jack (P. 789)
Jack handle
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit
Parking brake release toolScrewdriver
Towing eyelet
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
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8347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS350/250_EE (OM30C36E)
CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
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 resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.