Roadside Assistance - Lexus GS450h Manual

Roadside Assistance

Roadside assistance for the Lexus GS450h may be handled like
conventional Lexus vehicles except as noted in the following pages.
Lexus Roadside Assistance is available during the basic warranty period by
contacting:
United States: (800) 255-3987, Canada: (800) 265-3987
Shift Lever
Similar to many Lexus vehicles, the GS450h uses a gated shift lever as shown
in the illustration. However, the GS450h shift lever includes an S position for
6 levels of engine braking.
Towing
The GS450h is a rear wheel drive vehicle and it must be towed with the rear
wheels off the ground. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to Lexus
Hybrid Drive components.
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A flat bed trailer is the preferred method of towing.
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When towing the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground, be sure to
release the steering lock by operating in accessory mode.
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The vehicle may be shifted out of Park into Neutral by turning the
ignition-on, depressing the brake, then moving the gated shift lever to N.
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If the shift lever cannot be moved out of Park, a shift lock release button
is provided under the cover near the shift lever as shown in the illustration.
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If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency the vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet or rear hooks. This should only be attempted on hard, paved roads
for short distance at low speeds (below 18 mph (30km/h)). The eyelet is
located with the tools in the trunk, refer to the illustration on page 31.
Remove Cover
Towing Eyelet Mounting Location
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Push in Shift Lock Release Button
Eyelet Installation
Rear Hook Location
Rear Hook