Lexus ES 350 Owner's Manual page 435

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
Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to ACCESSORY (engine off)
STEP 3
or IGNITION ON mode (engine running).
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 use caution for
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 rear with front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
Installing towing eyelet
STEP 1
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Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.