2020 LEXUS LX570 emergency towing

5207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Securely attach cables or chains to
the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the vehicle
body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Shift the four-wheel drive control switch to “H4”. (The center differential is
unlocked.)
Change the vehicle height to N (norma l) mode and press the height control
OFF button to end the vehicle height control operation. (P. 305)
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 222
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and br aking more difficult.
Emergency towing procedure
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5217-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing hooks, cables or chai ns. The towing hooks, cables or chains 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.

5227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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NOTICE
■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 cleara nce for towing at the oppo-
site end of the raised vehicle. Without ad equate clearance, the vehicle could be dam-
aged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle wh en 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 ve hicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing hook.

5477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Lay down the tire with the valve stem
facing up and install the spare wheel
cover.
Install the holding bracket, inserting
the claw into the wheel lug nut hole.
Turn the jack handle extension
clockwise to take up slack in the
chain.
Then, check to ensure the claw is in the
wheel lug nut hole and the holding
bracket is centered in the wheel hub.
Holding bracket
Claw
WARNING
■Stowing the flat tire
Failure to follow steps listed under stowing the tire may result in damage to the spare
tire carrier and loss of the tire, which co uld result in death or serious injury.
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
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5487-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Raise the tire.
While raising, secure the tire, taking
care that the tire goes straight up with-
out catching on any surrounding part, to
prevent it from flying forward during a
collision or sudden braking.
After the tire goes half way up, check
that the suspended chain is able to enter
the tire hole, for proper storage.
Tightening torque:
33.2 ft•lbf (45 N•m, 4.6 kgf•m)
Confirm that the tire is not loose
after tightening:Push and pull the tire
Try rotating
Visually check to ensure the tire is
not hung on surrounding parts.
If looseness or misassembly exists, repeat step and step .
Repeat step , any time the tire is lowered or disturbed.
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( P. 491)
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NOTICE
■When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody.
■When replacing the tires
●When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
●Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters as well.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus dealer or
other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. ( P. 491)
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5617-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■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 vehi cles, 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 rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than nec-
essary.
●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. 533)

632Alphabetical index
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TowingDinghy towing ...................................... 210
Emergency towing............................. 517
Towing eyelet........................................ 519
Trailer Sway Control ....................... 384
Trailer towing ........................................ 193
TRAC (Traction Control) ................. 384
Trailer Sway Control........................... 384
Trailer towing ...........................................193
Transmission Automatic transmission .................... 217
Downshift restriction warning buzzer .................................................. 222
Driving mode select switch ........... 291
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 222
Paddle shift switches ......................... 219
Trip meters ................................................. 93
Troubleshooting......................................614
Turn signal lights ................................... 224 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Turn signal lever ................................. 224
USB port
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Utility vehicle precautions ................ 393 Vanity lights ............................................ 439
Vanity lights .......................................... 439
Vanity mirrors........................................ 439
Vehicle data recordings...........................9
Vehicle identification number ........ 565
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) .... 384
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ............423
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .... 384
Warning buzzers ................................. 525 Approach warning ........................... 283
Brake system ....................................... 525
Downshifting .........................................222
Driver’s seat belt reminder ........... 527
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ............................................. 527
Intuitive parking assist...................... 297
Lane departure ....................................272
Master warning system .................. 527
Open back door................................ 527
Open door ........................................... 527
Open moon roof ................................. 176
Parking brake ......................................528
PCS .......................................................... 526
Power steering system ................... 527
Radar cruise control ........................ 283
Seat belt reminder............................. 527
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