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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
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To prevent damage to the vehicle
when towing using a wheel-lift
type truck
●
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is off. The
steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight.
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When raising the vehicle, ensure
adequate ground clearance for tow-
ing at the opposite end of the raised
vehicle. Without adequate clear-
ance, the vehicle could be dam-
aged while being towed.
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To prevent damage to the vehicle
when towing with a sling-type
truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck,
either from the front or rear.
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To prevent damage to the vehicle
during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the
suspension components.
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When towing a vehicle equipped
with a Stop & Start system
If it is necessary to tow the vehicle
with all 4 wheels on the ground, per-
form the following procedure before
towing the vehicle, in order to protect
the system.
Turn the engine switch off and then
start the engine or turn the engine
switch to ON.
Situations when it is neces-
sary to contact dealers
before towing
The following may indicate a prob-
lem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial
towing service before towing.
The engine is running but the
vehicle does not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal
sound.
Towing with a wheel-lift type
truck
From the front (2WD models)
Release the parking brake.
Turn automatic mode off. (P.162)
From the front (AWD models)
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
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