Dinghy Towing (Vehicles With A Manual Transmission) - Lexus 2008 IS250 Owner's Manual

2-5. Driving information

Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual transmission)

Your vehicle can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4 wheels on
the ground) behind a motor home.
Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground
To prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures
before towing.
Shift the shift lever to neutral.
STEP 1
Switch to ACCESSORY mode. ( P. 119)
STEP 2
Ensure that the audio system and other powered devices have been
turned OFF.
Release the parking brake.
STEP 3
After towing, leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before driv-
ing the vehicle.
Necessary equipment and accessories
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Specialized equipment and accessories are required for dinghy towing. Contact
the service branch of the motor home manufacturer regarding recommended
equipment.
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