Lexus RX330 2005 Owner's Manual page 542

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D Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your

vehicle may be damaged.

D 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

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

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.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use

in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain

to the towing eyelet provided.

Before towing, release the parking brake and put the

transmission in "N". The ignition key must be in "ACC" (engine

off) or "ON" (engine running).

If the engine is not running, the power assist for the

brakes and steering will not work so steering and

braking will be much harder than usual.