Lexus LS460 Owner's Manual page 505

CAUTION
While towing
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When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place exces-
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sive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or
chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people, and cause serious
damage.
Do not turn the engine switch off.
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There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.
Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
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Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
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Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off. The steering
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lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
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opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle
could be damaged while being towed.
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
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Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
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Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
LS460/LS460L_U (OM50G04U)
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