2016 Lexus GX460 tow

5087-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_OM_OM60M73U_(U)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using an elastic towing rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing hooks, the elastic towing rope. The towing hooks, the
elastic towing rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit people and cause
serious damage.
●Do not turn the engine switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain or related parts may be damaged,
the vehicle may fly off the truck.

5097-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
●Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the oppo-
site end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be dam-
aged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle 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 during emergency towing
●Do not use cables or chains.
●Do not secure the elastic towing rope to the suspension components.
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.

5397-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Insert the jack handle extension into
the lowering socket. Lower
Raise
Place a rag under the jack handle
extension to protect the rear bumper.
Lower the spare tire completely to
the ground.
If the spare tire becomes caught on th e suspension components, raise the tire,
pull it towards the rear of the vehicle, and begin lowering it again.
Pull out the spare tire and remove
the holding bracket.
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5457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Firmly tighten each nut two or three
times in the order shown in the illus-
tration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Lay down the tire with the outer side
facing up, and install the holding
bracket.
Insert the holding bracket tab into one of
the holes in the wheel.
Raise the tire.
Pull the tire towards the rear of the vehi cle when raising. After raising, visually
check that the tire is not interfering with suspension components.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers.
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5
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
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2
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5467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_OM_OM60M73U_(U)
CAUTION
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.

5607-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_OM_OM60M73U_(U)
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 acci-
dent and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than neces-
sary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after th ese procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
●When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid temperature is dis-
played while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove your foot from
the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message disappears. Otherwise, the
transmission may become damaged. ( P. 5 2 5 )

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GX460_OM_OM60M73U_(U)8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: Vehicles without roof ra
ils and shark fin antenna
*3: Vehicles with roof rails and without shark fin antenna
*4: Vehicles with shark fin antenna
*5: Vehicles without rear height control air suspension
*6: Vehicles with rear height control air suspension
Dimensions and weights
Overall length189.2 in. (4880 mm)
Overall width74.2 in. (1885 mm)
Overall height*1
71.7 in. (1820 mm)*2, 6
72.0 in. (1830 mm)*2, 5
72.2 in. (1835 mm)*3, 6
72.6 in. (1845 mm)*3, 5
73.8 in. (1875 mm)*4, 6
74.2 in. (1885 mm)*4, 5
Wheelbase109.8 in. (2790 mm)
Front and rear tread62.4 in. (1585 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)1280 lb. (580 kg)*6
1315 lb. (595 kg)*5
TWR (trailer weight +
cargo weight) (With
towing hitch)With brake6500 lb. (2948 kg)
Without brake1000 lb. (453 kg)

620Alphabetical index
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Condenser ................................................461
Console box ...........................................400
Cool box ....................................................413
Cooling system ..................................... 459Engine overheating.......................... 556
Conversation mirror .............................416
Crawl Control ....................................... 340
Cruise control Cruise control....................................... 218
Dynamic radar cruise control........221
Cup holders ............................................ 402
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 34
Current fuel consumption ................... 83
Customizable features ....................... 586
DAC (Downhill Assist Control system)................................................... 343
Daytime running light system ........... 198
Defogger Front windshield ................................ 384
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 385
Rear window ....................................... 385
Differential ............................................... 567
Dimension ............................................... 562
Display Multi-information display .................. 82
Trip information .....................................83
Warning message ............................ 520
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............451
Doors ............................................................ 94 Back door ............................................. 101
Door glasses ......................................... 146
Door lock .................................................. 94
Open door warning light................ 514
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 143
Rear door child-protector................ 97 Driver’s seat position memory........... 131
Driving ........................................................ 154
AVS switch ........................................... 335
Break-in tips .......................................... 155
Correct posture .................................... 26
Procedures .............................................154
Winter drive tips .................................. 371
Dynamic radar cruise control ........... 221
Eco Driving Indicator ............................ 86
EDR (Event data recorder)................... 10
Electronic key ........................................... 90 Battery-saving function ......................113
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 550
Replacing the battery ...................... 484
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 550
If the engine will not start ............... 547
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 549
If the vehicle has discharged battery ........................553
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................................... 512
If the warning light turns on ............512
If you have a flat tire .......................... 534
If you lose your keys...........................614
If you think something is wrong.................................................... 510
If your vehicle becomes stuck......................................................559
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................504
If your vehicle overheats ................556
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