Lexus LS400 2007, LS430 2007, LS460 2007, LS600H 2007 Owner Manual
What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire punctures
The engine does not start
P. 58 0
If you have a flat tire
P. 58 8
If the engine will not start
P. 64
Engine immobilizer system
P. 59 7
If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
The key is lost
The battery runs out
The doors cannot be locked
The horn begins to sound
If the shift lever cannot be shifted
P. 59 0
from P
P. 60 0
If your vehicle overheats
P. 593
If you lose your keys
P. 59 7
If the battery is discharged
P. 22
Doors
P. 6 6
Alarm
646
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sand
P. 60 3
If the vehicle becomes stuck
What to do if...
A warning light or indicator
light comes on
nWarning lights
Brake system warning light
(red indicator)
or or
P. 570 P. 571
“ABS” warning light
or
P. 57 1 P. 5 72
P. 570
If a warning light turns on
Malfunction indicator lamp
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light
P. 572
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Brake system warning light
(yellow indicator)
P. 57 1 P. 5 72
Master warning light with
warning message
Low fuel level warning light Electric power steering warning
P. 572 P. 571
light
SRS warning light Pre-collision system
P. 57 1 P. 57 1
Open door warning light
P. 572 P. 572
warning light
Tire pressure warning light
Charging system warning
light
P. 570
647
648
649
GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 492
Hood lock release lever
P. 49 2
Trunk opener
P. 26
Fuel filler door opener
P. 64
Fuel filler door
P. 64
Tire inf lation pressure
P. 613
Fuel tank capacity 22.1 gal. (84L, 18.4 lmp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 65, 608
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
With filter 9.1 (8.6, 7.6)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
Without filter 8.9 (8.4
, 7.4)
P. 61 3
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Engine oil type
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 609
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE-5W-20, -0W-20
650
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C (Air conditioning system)
Air conditioning filter .......................525
Automatic air conditioning
system................204, 212, 220, 228
Front air conditioning
system............................204, 212, 220
Rear air conditioning system ....... 228
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......... 173
AFS (Adaptive front lighting
system).................................................... 139
Adaptive front lighting system
(AFS)........................................................ 139
Air conditioning filter ..........................525
Air conditioning system (A/C)
Air conditioning filter .......................525
Front air conditioning
system............................204, 212, 220
Rear air conditioning system ....... 228
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 75
Airbag precautions for your
child..........................................................80
Airbag warning light ..........................571
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 75
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ..........................................80
Front passenger occupant
classification system.........................85
General airbag precautions ...........80
Locations of airbags.............................. 71
Modification and disposal of
airbags.................................................... 84
Proper driving posture .............69, 80
Side airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 75
Side airbag precautions ....................80
636
SRS airbags................................................71
Alarm............................................................ 66
Antenna.................................................... 242
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)..........173
Armrest ....................................................438
Ashtrays.....................................................427
Audio system
Antenna...................................................242
AUX adapter .......................................257
A/V input adapter............................358
CD player/changer..........................243
DVD player.................. 283, 327, 328
MP3/WMA disc................................249
Optimal use .........................................255
Radio ....................................................... 240
Rear seat audio system.................... 312
Rear seat entertainment
system....................................................318
Steering wheel audio switch........ 258
Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ..........................525
Automatic air conditioning
system ...................204, 212, 220, 228
Front air conditioning
system ...............................204, 212, 220
Rear air conditioning system ...........228
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................... 140
Automatic light control system........ 138
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .....................118
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................................590
S mode .......................................................119
AUX adapter ......................................... 257
A/V input adapter................................358
Alphabetical index
B
BA (Brake assist).................................... 173
Back-up lights
Wattage ...................................................615
Battery
Checking...............................................507
If the vehicle has discharged
battery.................................................. 597
Preparing and checking
before winter......................................187
®
Bluetooth
..............................................362
Brake
Fluid..........................................................506
Brake hold ..............................................125
Parking brake........................................ 123
Brake assist (BA).................................... 173
Brake hold................................................. 125
C
Care
Exterior................................................... 478
Interior.....................................................480
Seat belts .................................................481
Cargo capacity .......................................182
Cargo hooks .......................................... 453
CD changer ............................................243
CD player.................................................243
Chains......................................................... 187
Child restraint system (CRS)
Booster seats, definition.................... 90
Booster seats, installation................. 95
Convertible seats, definition ...........90
Convertible seats, installation ........95
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........................85
Infant seats, definition .........................90
Infant seats, installation....................... 95
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages...........................................98
Installing CRS with seatbelts...........95
Installing CRS with top straps.........99
Child safety
Airbag precautions............................. 80
Battery precautions ............509, 599
Child restraint system.........................90
Child-protectors ................................... 23
How your child should wear
the seatbelt..............................................51
Installing child restraints.....................94
Moon roof precautions......................63
Power window lock switch..............59
Power window precautions ............60
Removed electronic key battery
precautions........................................529
Seat belt comfort guide .....................49
Seat belt extender precautions......53
Seat belt precautions ..........................52
Seat heater precautions..................433
Trunk precautions.................................28
Child-protectors...................................... 23
Cigarette lighter....................................428
Cleaning
Exterior....................................................478
Interior ....................................................480
Seat belts................................................. 481
Climate control seat ............................434
Climate control seat filter..................525
Clock ......................................................... 424
Coat hooks............................................... 451
Coin holder .............................................. 414
Compass ................................................... 461
Condenser ..............................................506
Console box ............................................ 416
Cool box.....................................................417
637
Alphabetical index
Cooling system
Engine overheating .........................600
Cornering assist sensors ....................159
Cruise control
Cruise control .......................................146
Dynamic radar cruise control.......149
Cup holder ...............................................415
Curtain shield airbags..............................71
Customizable features .......................627
D
Daytime running light system ........... 139
Defogger
Rear window........................................236
Side mirror ............................................236
Dimension................................................606
Dinghy towing ......................................... 192
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control.......149
Touch screen.........................................196
Trip information....................................135
Warning message............................. 577
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............489
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights.........................406
Wattage................................................... 615
Door pockets........................................... 414
Doors
Door glasses...........................................59
Door lock...................................................22
Side mirrors............................................. 57
Driver's seat belt reminder light..... 572
Driving
Correct posture.................................... 69
Procedures............................................ 108
Driving position memory......................40
DVD player......................283, 327, 328
638
E
Electric power steering (EPS) ..........173
Electronically modulated air
suspension............................................. 168
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery
is discharged....................................594
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 594
If the engine will not start...............588
If the parking brake cannot be
released................................................591
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................................590
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................. 597
If the warning buzzer sounds......570
If the warning light turns on.......... 570
If the warning message is
displayed.............................................577
If you have a flat tire ........................580
If you lose your keys ........................593
If you think something is
wrong ..................................................566
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 603
If your vehicle needs to be
towed...................................................560
If your vehicle overheats................600
Engine
Compartment..................................... 495
Engine switch ..........................................115
Hood ........................................................492
How to start the engine .....................115
Identification number ......................607
If the engine will not start...............588
Overheating ........................................600
Engine compartment cover............. 496
Alphabetical index
Engine coolant
Capacity...................................................610
Checking...............................................504
Preparing and checking
before winter......................................187
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................................... 127
Engine immobilizer system ..................64
Engine oil
Capacity.................................................609
Checking............................................... 499
Preparing and checking
before winter......................................187
Engine oil maintenance data ...........502
EPS (Electric power steering).......... 173
Event data recorder............................ 568
F
First-aid kit storage belt..................... 453
Floor mat...................................................452
Fluid
Brake.......................................................506
Washer.................................................... 510
Fog lights
Switch..........................................................141
Wattage ...................................................615
Footwell lighting ................................... 406
Front fog lights
Switch..........................................................141
Wattage ...................................................615
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........................... 85
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ......................................572
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................................30
Driving position memory .................40
Front turn signal lights
Wattage...................................................615
Fuel
Capacity................................................ 608
Fuel gauge...............................................127
Fuel pump shut off system.............567
Gas station information.................650
Information............................................. 616
Refueling.................................................... 64
Fuel filler door ........................................... 64
Fuel pump shut off system................. 567
Fuses ......................................................... 530
G
Garage door opener ..........................456
Gas station information......................650
Gauges .......................................................127
Glove box ................................................. 413
H
Hands-free system ...............................362
Head restraints
Adjusting .................................................. 46
Headlight aim.........................................547
Headlight cleaner.................................. 145
Headlights
Discharge headlights
precautions.......................................558
Replacing light bulbs....................... 549
Switch........................................................ 138
Wattage...................................................615
Heaters
Seat heaters..........................................434
Side mirror.............................................236
Height control
Electronically modulated air
suspension.......................................... 168
Hill-start assist control ..........................173
639
Alphabetical index
Hood ..........................................................492
Hooks
Cargo......................................................453
Coat ...........................................................451
Shopping bag......................................453
I
I/M test..................................................... 488
Identification
Engine .....................................................607
Vehicle....................................................607
Illuminated entry system ....................406
Indicator lights.........................................130
Initialization
Items to initialize................................. 632
Inside rear view mirror ..........................56
Interior lights
Interior lights.........................................406
Switch ..................................................... 408
Wattage................................................... 615
J
Jack
Positioning the jack........................... 493
Replacing the wheel........................ 580
Jack handle............................................. 580
K
Keys
Electronic key.............................................2
Engine switch.......................................... 115
If you lose your keys.........................593
If your electronic key battery
is discharged ....................................594
Key number.................................................2
Keys.................................................................2
Mechanical key..........................................3
Wireless remote control.....................19
L
Lexus link system.................................. 465
Light bulbs
Replacing ..............................................549
Wattage................................................... 615
Lights
Door courtesy lights........................ 406
Fog light switch ......................................141
Headlights switch................................138
Interior light switch ...........................408
Outer foot lights.................................406
Overhead courtesy light ...............406
Personal light switch........................408
Replacing light bulbs....................... 549
Shift lever lighting.............................. 406
Turn signal lever....................................122
Vanity lights...........................................423
Wattage................................................... 615
Load capacity.......................................... 185
M
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance......... 489
General maintenance..................... 485
Maintenance data.............................606
Maintenance requirements..........483
Meter
Instrument panel light control.......128
Meters........................................................127
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ...................... 56
Side mirror heater..............................236
Side mirrors..............................................57
Vanity mirrors......................................423
Moon roof..................................................... 61
MP3 disc.................................................. 249
Multi-information display ....................134
640
Alphabetical index
O
Odometer................................................. 127
Oil
Engine oil...............................................499
Opener
Fuel filler door .........................................64
Hood ....................................................... 492
Trunk............................................................26
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights.................................406
Wattage ...................................................615
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ..........................57
Driving position memory .................40
Outside temperature display............ 135
Overhead console .............................. 420
Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights .............406
Wattage ...................................................615
Overheating, Engine ..........................600
P
Parking assist sensors ..........................159
Parking brake ..........................................123
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs .......................549
Switch........................................................138
Wattage ...................................................615
PCS (Pre-collision system)................ 179
Penlight ......................................................581
Personal lights
Switch......................................................408
Pollen removal mode .... 207, 216, 224
Power outlet........................................... 430
Power windows........................................ 59
Pre-collision system (PCS)................ 179
R
Radar cruise control............................. 149
Radiator ....................................................506
Radio..........................................................240
RDS (Radio data system) ................... 241
Rear seat
Seat adjustment ............................33, 36
Seat position memory ........................44
Rear seat entertainment system......318
Rear seat relaxation system .............439
Rear sunshade ....................................... 443
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs....................... 549
Wattage...................................................615
Rear view mirror
Compass................................................. 461
Rear view monitor system.................. 170
Rear window defogger ...................... 236
Replacing
Electronic key battery..................... 528
Fuses........................................................ 530
Light bulbs............................................ 549
Reporting safety defects for
U.S.A. owners .....................................634
S
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt........................49
Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR)...................................................... 50
Child restraint system
installation.............................................. 94
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ......................................481
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) ...................................................... 50
How to wear your seat belt.............48
641
Alphabetical index
How your child should wear
the seat belt............................................51
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use.........................50
Reminder light..................................... 572
Seat belt extenders................................51
Seat belt pretensioners...................... 49
Seat heaters ............................................434
Seat position memory................... 40, 44
Seating capacity .....................................185
Seats
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............................94
Cleaning................................................ 480
Climate control................................... 434
Climate control seat......................... 434
Driving position memory.................. 40
Head restraint......................................... 46
Properly sitting in the seat................ 69
Rear seat adjustment ................. 33, 36
Rear seat position memory ............. 44
Rear seat relaxation system..........439
Seat adjustment..................................... 30
Seat adjustment precautions ...........32
Seat heaters..........................................434
Seat position memory............... 40, 44
Service reminder indicators .............130
Shift lever
Automatic transmission..................... 118
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P.................................. 590
Shift lever lighting .................................406
Shift lock system................................... 590
Shopping bag hooks............................453
Side airbags..................................................71
Side marker lights
Switch ....................................................... 138
642
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding..........................57
Driving position memory .................40
Smart access system with
push-button start
Entry function .............................................5
Starting the engine................................115
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................................519
Spare tire...............................................580
Spark plug ................................................ 610
Specifications......................................... 606
Speedometer ...........................................127
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..............................................55
Audio switches................................... 258
Driving position memory .................40
Steering wheel heater......................432
Storage feature ...................................... 410
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 603
Sun visors................................................. 422
Sunshade
Rear...........................................................443
Rear door.............................................. 446
Roof..............................................................62
Switch
ECT switch...............................................119
Engine switch ..........................................115
Fog light switch ......................................141
Light switches........................................138
Parking brake switch......................... 123
Power door lock switch..................... 22
Power trunk lid .......................................26
Power trunk opener and closer ....26
Power window switch ....................... 59
Window lock switch........................... 59
Alphabetical index
Wipers and washer switch.............142
T
Tachometer .............................................. 127
Tail lights
Switch........................................................138
Theft deterrent system
Alarm.......................................................... 66
Engine immobilizer system ..............64
Theft prevention labels ......................... 68
Tire inflation pressure........................... 519
Tire information
Glossary ................................................624
Size.............................................................621
Tire identification number.............620
Uniform tire quality grading..........622
Tires
Chains.......................................................187
Checking...................................................511
If you have a flat tire......................... 580
Inflation pressure .................................519
Inflation pressure sensor.................. 512
Information..............................................619
Replacing.............................................. 580
Rotating tires............................................511
Size.............................................................613
Snow tires................................................187
Tire pressure warning
system..........................................511, 572
Tools ..........................................................580
Total load capacity.................................185
Touch screen ...........................................196
Towing
Dinghy towing....................................... 192
Emergency towing...........................560
Trailer towing...........................................191
TRAC (Traction control) ....................173
Traction control (TRAC).....................173
Trip meter ..................................................127
Trunk
Extending a space.............................449
Opener ...................................................... 26
Closer......................................................... 26
Trunk light
Wattage...................................................615
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs....................... 549
Switch.........................................................122
Wattage...................................................615
V
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ..........................................423
Wattage...................................................615
Vanity mirrors ........................................423
VDIM (Vehicle dynamics
integrated management) .................173
Vehicle dynamics integrated
management (VDIM)........................173
Vehicle identification number.........607
Vehicle stability control (VSC).........173
VSC (Vehicle stability control).........173
W
Warning buzzers
Brake system....................................... 570
Open door ...........................................572
Seat belt reminder...............................571
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......571
Brake assist system.............................571
Brake system............................570, 572
Charging system............................... 570
Electric power steering
warning light .......................................571
643
Alphabetical index
Electronic engine control
system....................................................571
Low fuel level....................................... 572
Low tire pressure warning
light........................................................ 572
Master warning light ........................ 572
Open door ........................................... 572
Pre-collision system ...........................571
Pretensioners......................................... 571
Seat belt reminder light ..................572
SRS airbags ............................................571
Tire pressure warning light........... 572
Warning messages ..............................577
Washer
Checking................................................ 510
Preparing and checking
before winter......................................187
Switch ........................................................142
Washing and waxing...........................478
Weight
Cargo capacity.....................................182
Load limits ..............................................185
Weight ................................................... 606
Wheels ......................................................523
Window glasses ......................................59
Window lock switch ...............................59
Windows
Power windows..................................... 59
Rear window defogger ..................236
Washer..................................................... 142
Windshield wiper de-icer.................. 237
Windshield wipers................................. 142
Wireless remote control
Replacing the battery ......................528
WMA disc ...............................................249
644
Alphabetical index
645
Index
Alphabetical index ........................... 636
What to do if... ................................... 646
635
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash
or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition
to notifying the Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Tollfree: 1-800-25-LEXUS).
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or
Lexus Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline tollfree at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, DC area) or
write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, DC
20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle
safety from the Hotline.
634
For US owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners........................ 634
7
633
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on the vehicle.
Item When to initialize Reference
Engine oil maintenance
data
Tire inflation pressure
warning system
After changing engine oil P. 50 2
• When tire pressure sensors are
replaced
• When driving with the tires inflated to
a higher than standard tire pressure
P. 51 1
632
Vehicle specifications
6
6-1. Specifications ......................... 606
Maintenance data..................... 606
Fuel information........................... 616
Tire information............................ 619
6-2. Customization ........................ 627
Customizable features ............ 627
6-3. Initialization............................. 632
Items to initialize........................ 632
605
6-2. Customization
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus
dealership.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Item Function Default setting
Smart access system
Smart access
system with
push-button
start
(
→P. 5)
with push-button start
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)
Operation signal
(Buzzer)
Wireless remote control
Driver's door
Wire less
remote control
(
→P. 19)
Unlocking operation
unlocked in one
step, all doors
unlocked in two
steps
Automatic door lock
function to be activated
if door is not opened
after being unlocked
Customized
setting
ON OFF
ON OFF
ON OFF
ON OFF
All doors unlocked
in one step
6
Vehicle specifications
ON OFF
627
6-2. Customization
Item Function Default setting
Time elapsed before
automatic lock function
is activated if door is
60 seconds
not opened after being
unlocked
Wir ele ss
remote control
(
→P. 1 9)
Operational signal
(Emergency flashers)
Operational signal
(Buzzer)
Door lock buzzer ON OFF
Trunk unlocking operation
Push and hold
Pan ic fu nct ion ON OFF
Speed-detecting automatic door lock func-
OFF ON
tion
Customized
setting
30 seconds
120 seconds
ON OFF
ON OFF
Push twice
One short push
Door lock
(
→P. 2 2 ,
594)
628
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors.
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doors.
Shifting gears to position other than P locks
all doors.
Unlocking using a key
OFF ON
ON OFF
ON OFF
Driver's door
unlocked in one
step, all doors
unlocked in two
steps
All doors unlocked
in one step
6-2. Customization
Item Function Default setting
Tr u n k
(
→P. 26 )
Power trunk opener
and closer function
Mechanical key linked
operation
Powe r windows
(
→P. 59 )
Mechanical key linked
operation
Wireless remote con-
Open and close
trol linked operation
Linked entry operation ON OFF
Mechanical key linked
operation
Mechanical key linked
operation
Open and close
Linked operation of
Moon roof
(
→P. 61 )
components when
door key is used
Wireless remote con-
Slide only Tilt only
trol linked operation
Linked operation of
components when
wireless remote con-
Slide only Tilt only
trol used
Customized
setting
ON OFF
ON OFF
Open only
Close only
ON OFF
ON OFF
Open only
Close only
ON OFF
6
Vehicle specifications
Linked entry function ON OFF
629
6-2. Customization
Item Function Default setting
Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Automatic
light control
system
(
→P. 1 38 )
Time elapsed before
headlights automatically turn off after
30 seconds
doors are closed
Lights
(
→P. 1 38 )
Intuitive
parking
assist-sensor
(
→P. 1 59 )
Daytime running light
system (U.S.A. only)
Buzzer volume Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Distance at which the
front and back sensors
Level 1 Level 2
detect an obstacle
Time elapsed before
lights turn off
15 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlocked
Illumination
(
→P. 4 06 )
Operation after the
engine switch is turned
OFF
Customized
setting
0 second
60 seconds
90 seconds
ON OFF
7.5 se co nds
30 seconds
ON OFF
ON OFF
Seat belt
reminder
(
→P. 572 )
630
Footwell lighting ON OFF
Shift lever lighting ON OFF
Outer foot lights ON OFF
Vehicle speed linked
seat belt reminder
ON OFF
buzzer
6-2. Customization
Multi-information display (→P. 134)
Country Ava ilable languages
U.S .A. English and Spanish
Canada English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
631
6
Vehicle specifications
5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or a flat
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle’s front wheels and axles must be in good
condition. (→P. 56 4)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Lexus dealer before towing.
l The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
l The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short
distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
Towing eyelets
560
5-1. Essential information
n Emergency towing procedure
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Release the parking brake.
Put the transmission in N.
Put the engine switch in ACC mode (engine off) or IG-ON mode (engine running).
CAUTIO N
n Caution while towing
l 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.
l If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
n To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
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Installing towing eyelets
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flat head screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench.
n Location of the emergency towing eyelet
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CAUTIO N
n 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. This may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
Towing with a sling-type truck
NOTICE
n To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear.
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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From front
From rear
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
Switch to ACC mode so that the
steering wheel is unlocked.
NOTICE
n To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
n To prevent damaging the vehicle
l Do not tow the vehicle with the engine switch OFF.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
l 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.
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