2014 LEXUS LX570 towing

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ........................ 164
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 175
Automatic transmission.............. 179
Turn signal lever ............................ 187
Parking brake ................................. 188
Horn.................................................... 189
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 190
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 194
Multi-information display........... 198
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ........................... 206
Automatic High Beam .................. 211
Fog light switch .............................. 218
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................ 220
Rear window wiper and
washer............................................ 226
Headlight cleaner switch .......... 229 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ............................... 230
Dynamic radar cruise
control............................................ 234
Intuitive parking assist ................ 249
Rear view monitor system ........ 260
Lexus parking assist
monitor .......................................... 268
Wide view front &
side monitor.................................. 301
4-Wheel AHC (Active
Height Control
Suspension) .................................. 318
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system).................. 329
Four-wheel drive system.......... 330
Crawl Control (with Turn
Assist function)........................... 335
Multi-terrain Select ..................... 342
Driving assist systems................. 347
Pre-Collision System................. 355
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precauti ons .................. 361
Cargo and luggage ..................... 366
Vehicle load limits ........................ 373
Winter driving tips ....................... 374
Trailer towing ................................. 379
Dinghy towing ............................... 3992
When driving

When driving
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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle.................. 164
Engine (ignition) switch ......... 175
Automatic transmission ........ 179
Turn signal lever ....................... 187
Parking brake .......................... 188
Horn ............................................ 189
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ................ 190
Indicators and warning
lights ......................................... 194
Multi-information
display ...................................... 198
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch..................... 206
Automatic High Beam ............ 211
Fog light switch ........................ 218
Windshield wipers and
washer ................................... 220
Rear window wiper and
washer .................................... 226
Headlight cleaner
switch ...................................... 229 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control......................... 230
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 234
Intuitive parking assist .......... 249
Rear view monitor system ... 260
Lexus parking assist
monitor................................... 268
Wide view front &
side monitor ........................... 301
4-Wheel AHC (Active
Height Control
Suspension) ........................... 318
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) ............ 329
Four-wheel drive system...... 330
Crawl Control (with Turn
Assist function) .................... 335
Multi-terrain Select .............. 342
Driving assist systems ........... 347
Pre-Collision System ............ 355
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ............ 361
Cargo and luggage ............... 366
Vehicle load limits .................. 373
Winter driving tips .................. 374
Trailer towing .......................... 379
Dinghy towing ......................... 399

2332-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.■
Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death
or serious injury. ●
In heavy traffic ●
On roads with sharp bends ●
On winding roads ●
On slippery roads, such as thos e covered with rain, ice or snow●
On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill. ●
When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

2462-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control
Do not use dynamic radar cruise contro l in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate sp eed control and could cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury. ●
In heavy traffic ●
On roads with sharp bends ●
On winding roads ●
On slippery roads, such as thos e covered with rain, ice or snow●
On steep downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up and
down gradients
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill. ●
At entrances to expressways ●
When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sensors
from functioning correctly (fog, sn ow, sandstorm, heavy rain etc.)●
When an approach warning buzzer is heard often ●
When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

2572-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Sensor detection information ●
The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s front
corner and rear bumpers. ●
Certain vehicle conditions and the su rrounding environment may affect the
ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances where this
may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensors will resolve this
problem.)
• The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen the screen may show an abnor-
mal display, or obstacles may not be detected.
• The sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass
• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle engines,
air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensor s in the vicinity.
• The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.
• Towing eyelets are installed.
• The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather
•The area directly under th e bumpers is not detected.
• If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
• A non-genuine Lexus suspension (low ered suspension etc.) is installed.
• People may not be detected if they are wearing certain types of clothing.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of their
shape, signs and other object s may be judged by the sensor to be closer than they
are.

3282-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) NOTICE■
When parking in areas with limited overhead height
After leaving the vehicle or unloading the luggage, the vehicle height may be
slightly higher than normal. Take care when overhead height is limited. ■
To avoid damage to the vehicle ●
Normal mode will be switched to automatically even if the vehicle is started off in
low mode. Take care when overhead height is limited. ●
Do not select the low mode when drivin g on bumpy roads, as the underbody of
the vehicle may contact the road surface. ●
When traveling on bumpy roads or throug h water, or when towing, turn off easy
access mode.■
Avoid rapid changes to the vehicle height
As the pump may overheat. Leave at a few seconds between selections when
changing the vehicle height mode.

3682-5. Driving information
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the to tal weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capa city) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the av ailable amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lb passengers in your vehi cle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5  150) = 650
lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tr ailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consu lt this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo an d luggage load capacity of your
vehicle. (  P. 373)

3792-5. Driving information
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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-carrying vehi-
cle. Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on handling, performance,
braking, durability, and fuel consumpt ion. For your safety and the safety of
others, you must not overload your vehicle or trailer. You must also ensure
that you are using appropriate towing equipment, that the towing equip-
ment has been installed correctly and used properly, and that you employ
the requisite driving habits.
Vehicle-trailer stability and braking performance are affected by trailer
stability, brake performance and settin g, trailer brakes, the hitch and hitch
systems (if equipped).
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accor-
dance with your trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions.
Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing
a trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information about additional
requirements such as towing kits, etc.