Towing With A Tow Truck - Lexus NX350 2022 Owner's Manual

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Towing with a tow truck

NOTICE
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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off. The steering lock
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mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the oppo-
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site end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be
damaged while being towed.
Towing a front-wheel drive vehicle with a tow truck
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your Lexus
dealer or a commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed
truck.Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
WARNING
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the front wheels
raised or with all four wheels raised off the ground. If
the vehicle is towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related parts may be
damaged.
NOTICE
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Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body
damage.
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