Toyota Prius c 2014 Owner's Manual page 436

5-1. Essential information
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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When towing the vehicle
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While towing
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When towing using a rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place exces-
sive stress on the towing hook and rope.
The towing hook or rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit
people and cause serious damage.
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Do not turn the engine switch off (vehicles without a smart key system) or
the "POWER" switch off (vehicles with a smart key system).
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and can not be oper-
ated.
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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.
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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 or
electricity generated by the operation of
the motor may cause a fire to occur
depending on the nature of the damage
or malfunction.