Toyota Tundra 2005 Owner's Manual page 415

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A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard- surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also,
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or errat-
ic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emer-
gency towing hook and towing cable
or chain. The hook and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious
injury or damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.
Securely fasten the cable or chain to
the towing hook provided.
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Before towing, release the parking brake,
put the transmission in neutral (manual) or
"N" (automatic) and set the transfer in
"2WD" mode. The key must be in "ACC"
(engine off) or "ON" (engine running).
the
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.
—Emergency towing hook
precautions
"
Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged and
that the installation bolts are not loose.
"
Fasten the towing cable or chain se-
curely to the hook.
"
Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and
even force.
"
To avoid damaging the hook, do not
pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.
2005 TUNDRA from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM34432U)