Trailer Towing - Toyota 2005 Yaris Owner's Manual

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DINGHY TOWING TIPS
Before dinghy towing, be sure to ob-
serve the following in order to reduce
the damage to your vehicle.
1. Put the shift lever in neutral.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ACC"
position. Make sure the audio is turned
off and any item is not plugged into
the power outlet.
NOTICE
To avoid the locking of the steering
wheel, turn the ignition switch to the
"ACC" position.
3. Release the parking brake.
After dinghy towing, let the engine idle for
more than 3 minutes before driving the
vehicle.
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NOTICE
Do not tow your vehicle from the
rear. This may cause serious damage
to your vehicle.
2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. '04Prod. (OM52624U)

Trailer towing

Your vehicle is designed primarily as a
passenger−carrying vehicle. Towing
trailer will have an adverse effect on
handling, performance, braking, durability
and driving economy (fuel consumption,
etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend
on the proper use of correct equipment
and cautious driving habits. For
safety and the safety of others, you must
not overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota
warranties do not apply to damage or
malfunction caused by towing a trailer for
commercial purposes. Ask your
Toyota dealer for further details before
towing.
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