Toyota 2012 Yaris Hatchback Owner's Manual page 280

5-1. Essential information
CAUTION
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Caution while towing
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Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
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If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
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Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
NOTICE
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To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck (vehicles with a manual transmission)
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Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is in the
"LOCK" position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
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When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
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To prevent body damage when towing with a sliding-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
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