Lexus RX400h2006, Owner'S Manual

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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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(d) Emergency towing
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done
by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your
vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing eyelet on the front of the
vehicle. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle in
this manner, and do not tow the vehicle at speeds in
excess of 30 km/h (18 mph).
To install the front towing eyelet, see “(e) Installing front towing
eyelet” on page 506.
NOTICE
Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your
vehicle may be damaged.
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on
the ground. This may cause serious damage to the
transmission.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the
brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only on hard
−
surfaced
roads for a short distance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels,
axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good
condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. Avoid
sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet
and towing cable or chain. The eyelet and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage.