Lexus GX550 2025 - Steps to Take in an Emergency; If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
7-2.Steps to take in an emer gency
The following may indicate a problem
with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing
service before towing.
 The engine is running but the vehi-
cle does not move.
 The vehicle makes an abnormal
sound.
 From the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
 From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
If your vehicle needs to be
towed
If towing is necessary, we recom-
mend having your vehicle towed by
your Lexus dealer or 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/pro-
vincial and local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to
contact dealers before towing
Towing with a wheel-lift type
truck
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■ When towing the vehicle
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the drivetrain or related
parts may be damaged, the vehicle may
fly off the truck.