Lexus IS 250C 2014 Manual page 484

5-1. Essential information
Emergency towing procedure
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Release the parking brake.
STEP 1
Shift the shift lever to N.
STEP 2
Put the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in ACCESSORY mode or IGNI-
STEP 3
TION ON mode.
CAUTION
Caution while towing
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Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
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Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always be cautious of the
surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
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function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
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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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