Toyota 2008 Prius Quick Reference Manual page 447

NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
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Never tow this vehicle with any of the wheels in contact with the ground.
To prevent damaging the vehicle
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l Do not tow the vehicle with the "POWER" switch OFF.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
l 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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