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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again.
NOTICE
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To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all 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 or flat bed truck.
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer before towing.
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The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
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The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
Type A
Towing eyelet
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Type B
Towing eyelet
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Emergency towing procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models: Put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
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Caution while towing
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Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains. Always use caution for the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
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If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
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NOTICE
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To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
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Emergency towing eyelet precautions
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Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged and that the installation bolts are not loose.
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Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet.
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Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
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To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle. Always pull straight ahead.
Towing with a sling-type truck
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NOTICE
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To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
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To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear
2WD models
Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
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4WD models
When not using a towing dolly, turn the engine switch to the
ACC position, shift the shift lever to N and put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD.
NOTICE
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To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
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To prevent damaging the vehicle
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Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel straight.
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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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