Toyota 2003 MATRIX User Manual page 253

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Four−wheel drive models—When tow-
ing, be sure to tow the vehicle with
all four wheels lifted. Otherwise, the
drive system could be damaged and
the vehicle could fly off
truck.
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TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
NOTICE
Use a safety chain system for all towing,
and abide by the state/provincial and local
laws. The wheels and axle on the ground
must be in good condition. If they are
damaged, use a towing dolly.
the tow
Two−wheel drive models—
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—Release the parking brake.
When lifting wheels, take care to en-
sure adequate ground clearance for
towing at the opposite end of the
raised vehicle. Otherwise, the bumper
and/or underbody of the towed vehicle
will be damaged during towing.
From rear—
D
Manual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly
under the front wheels. If you do not
use a towing dolly, place the ignition
key in the "ACC" position and put the
transmission in neutral.
2003 MY COROLLA MATRIX_U (OM12767U)
'03 MATRIX_U (L/O 0201)
Do not tow with the key removed or
in the "LOCK" position when towing
from the rear without a towing dolly.
The steering lock mechanism is not
strong
wheels straight.
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Automatic transmission:
Use a towing dolly under the front
NOTICE
wheels.
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic
transmission from the rear with the
front wheels on the ground, as this
may cause serious damage to the
transmission.
(b) Using flat bed truck
Four−wheel drive models—
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
Use a towing dolly under the wheels not
lifted by the truck.
(b) Using flat bed truck
NOTICE
enough to hold the front
NOTICE