2013 Lexus IS300h emergency towing

5048-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY (hybrid system off) or ON (hybrid
system operating) mode.
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
When transporting the vehicle
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 hybrid system is off, 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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Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
rear wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the rear wheels contacting the
ground, the drivetrain and related parts
may be damaged or the electric motor
(traction motor) may generate electricity. If
the motor generates electricity, depending
on the state of the damage or malfunction,
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5058-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing using a
wheel-lift type truck
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the power 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.
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 damage to the vehicle
Do not use the rear tie down hooks when your vehicle is towed.

5618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding 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.

609Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Tachometer ................................110
Tachometer settings ..................118
Tail lights ..................................226
Light switch ..........................226
Replacing light bulbs ............493
Talk switch ................................378
Telephone switches ...................378
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ......................................96
Double locking system ...........95
Immobilizer system ................90
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ...
99
Tire inflation pressure ...............466
Maintenance data ..................570
Tire inflation pressure display
function ..............................451
Warning light........................510
Tire pressure warning system....451
Function ................................451
Initializing ............................451
Installing tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters .......451
Registering ID codes ............452
Tire pressure warning reset
switch .................................452
Warning light........................510Tires .......................................... 450
Chains .................................. 312
Checking .............................. 450
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ............................ 531
If you have a flat tire.... 531, 545
Inflation pressure ................. 570
Replacing ............................. 460
Rotating tires........................ 450
Size ...................................... 570
Snow tires ............................ 313
Tire inflation pressure display
function ............................. 451
Tire pressure warning system ....
451
Warning light ....................... 510
Tools ......................................... 460
Top strap ..................................... 75
Towing...................................... 500
Emergency towing ............... 500
Towing capacity .................. 562
Towing eyelet ...................... 501
Trailer towing ...................... 201
Traction battery (hybrid battery) 83
Traction Control (TRC) ............ 293
Traction motor (electric motor) .. 79
Trailer towing ........................... 201
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