Toyota 2004 Sequoia Owner's Manual page 354

Before towing, release the parking brake,
put the transmission in "N" and as to the
four−wheel drive models, moreover, set
the transfer in "H" (2WD) mode. The key
must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON"
(engine running).
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
346
04_SEQUOIA_U (L/O 0309)
—Emergency towing hook
precautions
Before emergency towing, check that
D
the hook is not broken or damaged and
that the installation bolts are not loose.
Fasten the towing cable or chain se-
D
curely to the hook.
Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and
D
even force.
To avoid damaging the hook, do not
D
pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.
CAUTION
If the emergency towing hook is used
to get out when your vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, sand or other condition
from which the vehicle cannot be
driven out under its own power, make
sure to observe the precautions men-
tioned below. Otherwise, excessive
stress will be put on the hook and
the towing cable or chain may break,
causing serious injury or damage.
If the towing vehicle can hardly
D
move, do not forcibly continue the
towing. Contact your Toyota dealer
or a commercial tow truck service
for assistance.
Tow the vehicle as straight ahead
D
as possible.
Keep away from the vehicle during
D
towing.
2004 SEQUOIA from Sep. '03 Prod. (OM34423U)