emergency towing TOYOTA AYGO 2011 Owners Manual

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY221
If the engine will not start, your engine
may be flooded because of repeated
cranking.
If this happens, turn the engine switch to
“START” with the accelerator pedal fully
depressed. Keep the key and accelerator
pedal in these positions for 15 seconds
and release them. Then try starting the
engine with your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
If the engine does not start after 15 se-
conds of cranking, release the key, wait
a few minutes and try again.
If the engine still will not start, it needs
adjustment or repair. Call any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, for
assistance.
NOTICE
Do not crank for more than 30 se-
conds at a time. This may overheat
the starter and wiring systems.
(c) Jump starting
To avoid serious personal injury and
damage to your vehicle which might re-
sult from a battery explosion, acid
burns, electrical burns, or damaged
electronic components, these instruc-
tions must be followed precisely.
Vehicles with multi−mode manual transmis-
sion—The engine cannot be started by
push−starting.
If you are unsure about how to follow this
procedure, we strongly recommend that
you seek the help of a competent me-
chanic or towing service.
CAUTION
DBatteries contain sulfuric acid
which is poisonous and corrosive.
Wear protective safety glasses when
jump starting, and avoid spilling
acid on your skin, clothing, or ve-
hicle.
DIf you should accidentally get acid
on yourself or in your eyes, remove
any contaminated clothing and flush
the affected area with water imme-
diately. Then get immediate medical
attention. If possible, continue to
apply water with a sponge or cloth
while en route to the medical office.
DThe gas normally produced by a
battery will explode if a flame or
spark is brought near. Use only
standardized jumper cables and do
not smoke or light a match while
jump starting.
NOTICE
The battery used for boosting must
be12 V. Do not jump start unless you
are sure that the booster battery is
correct.
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(b) Starting a flooded engine

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—After changing wheels
11. Check the air pressure of the re-
placed tire.
Adjust the air pressure to the specifica-
tions designated on page 299 in Section
8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to
the nearest service station and fill to the
correct pressure.
Do not forget to reinstall the tire valve
cap as dirt and moisture could get into
the valve core and possibly cause air
leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new
one put on as soon as possible.
12. Restow all the tools, jack and flat
tire securely.
As soon as possible after changing
wheels, tighten the wheel bolts to the
torque specified on page 299 in Section
8 with a torque wrench. Have a technician
repair the flat tire and replace the spare
tire with it.
CAUTION
Before driving, make sure all the
tools, jack and flat tire are securely
placed in their storage locations to
reduce the possibility of death or se-
rious injury during sudden braking,
sudden swerving or an accident.
PS41515
Aluminium wheels:
Before stowing the flat tire, remove the
center wheel ornament by pushing from
the reverse side.
Be careful not to lose the wheel ornament.
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If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow,
mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt
to rock the vehicle free by moving it
forward and backward.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to rock the vehicle
free by moving it forward and back-
ward if people or objects are any-
where near the vehicle. During the
rocking operation the vehicle may
suddenly move forward or backward
as it becomes unstuck, causing injury
or damage to nearby people or ob-
jects.
NOTICE
If you rock your vehicle, observe the
following precautions to prevent dam-
age to the transmission and other
parts.
zDo not race the engine and avoid
spinning the wheels.
zIf your vehicle remains stuck after
rocking the vehicle several times,
consider other ways such as tow-
ing.
MS41002
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—
—From rear
(b) Using flat bed truck
—From front
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you have it done by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or qualified
professional, such as a commercial tow
truck service. In consultation with them,
have your vehicle towed using either (a)
or (b).
Only when you cannot receive a towing
service from any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or qualified profes-
sional, such as a commercial tow truck
service, tow your vehicle carefully in
accordance with the instructions given
in “—Emergency towing” on page 238
in this Section.
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If your vehicle becomes
stuckIf your vehicle needs to be
towed—

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY237
Proper equipment will help ensure that
your vehicle is not damaged while being
towed. Commercial operators are generally
aware of the state/provincial and local
laws pertaining to towing.
Your vehicle could be damaged if it is
towed incorrectly. Although most operators
know the correct procedure, it is possible
to make a mistake. To avoid damage to
your vehicle, make sure the following pre-
cautions are observed. If necessary, show
this page to the tow truck driver.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
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.
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—Release the parking brake.
NOTICE
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
may be damaged during towing.
From rear—
DManual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly
under the front wheels. If you do not
use a towing dolly, place the engine
switch in the “ACC” position and put
the transmission in neutral.
DMulti−mode manual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly.
The towing dolly is set up under the
front wheels. If you do not use the
towing dolly (or if it is not available),
first turn the engine switch “ON” and
shift the shift lever to “N”. Make sure
that the gear is in the “N” position by
checking the gear position indicator.
Multi−mode manual transmission only:
After shifting the shift lever to the “N”
position, always make sure that the gear
is actually disengaged and is in neutral by
pushing the vehicle by hand or other
means. In case the gear can not be put
in neutral, turn the engine switch from the
“OFF” to “ON” position, and operate the
shift lever once from “N” to “E”, “M” or
“R”, then back to “N” again. Then turn the
engine switch from the “ON” to “OFF”
position. These procedures may help put
the gear in neutral. If the gear still can
not be put in neutral, you can not tow
without a towing dolly.
NOTICE
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 enough to hold the front
wheels straight.
(b) Using a flat bed truck
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238IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
MS41003
(c) Towing with sling
type truck
(c) Towing with a sling type truck
NOTICE
Do not tow with a sling type truck,
either from the front or rear. This
may cause body damage.
—Emergency towing
MS41062
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or qualified
professional, such as a commercial tow
truck service.
If a towing service is not available in
an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed by a cable or chain
secured to the right emergency towing
eyelet on the front of the vehicle. Use
extreme caution when towing vehicles.
To install the front towing eyelet, see
“—Installing front towing eyelet” on page
240 in this Section.
NOTICE
Only use the specified towing eyelets;
otherwise your vehicle may be dam-
aged.
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 short dis-
tances and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
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CAUTION
DUse extreme caution when towing a
vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or er-
ratic driving maneuvers which
would place excessive stress on the
emergency towing eyelet and towing
cable or chain. The eyelet and tow-
ing cable or chain may break and
cause serious injury or damage.
DIn case of installing the fronteyelet
on the vehicle, be sure to tighten
the front eyelet securely. If the eye-
letisloose,itmaycomeoffwhen
towing and result in death or seri-
ous injury to the passenger in the
front vehicle or damage to that ve-
hicle.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.
Securely fasten the cable or chain to
the towing eyelet provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake
and put the transmission in “N” (multi−
mode manual transmission) or neutral
(manual transmission). The engine switch
must be in “ACC” (engine off) or “ON”
(engine running).
Multi−mode manual transmission only:
After shifting the shift lever to the “N”
position, always make sure that the gear
is actually disengaged and is in neutral by
pushing the vehicle by hand or other
means. In case the gear can not be put
in neutral, turn the engine switch from the
“OFF” to “ON” position, and operate the
shift lever once from “N” to “E” or “R”,
then back to “N” again. Then turn the
engine switch from the “ON” to “OFF”
position. These procedures may help put
the gear in neutral. If the gear still can
not be put in neutral, you can not tow
with cables or chains.
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.
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MS41046
1. Remove the spare wheel cover as
shown in the illustrations.
MS41007c
2. Remove the front towing eyelet as
shown in the illustrations.
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—Installing front towing
eyelet

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY241
MS41063
3. Remove the front towing eyelet cover
on the front bumper, using a flathead
screwdriver which is wrapped with a
cloth.
MS41064
4. Secure the front towing eyelet to the
hole on the bumper by turning clock-
wise.
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MS41065
5. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely
using a wheel bolt wrench.
CAUTION
When installing theeyelet on the ve-
hicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet
securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may
come off when being towed resulting
in death or serious injury.
MS41053b
In case the shift lever lock is not re-
leased and the shift lever cannot be
moved even though the engine switch
is turned to the “ON” position, follow
the procedures below:
1. Turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position. Make
sure the parking brake is applied.
2. To push the link, insert a flathead
screwdriver to the hole. The lever
can be operated while the link is
being pushed.
3. Shift into the “N” position.
4. While fully depressing the brake ped-
al, turn the engine switch “ON”.
5. Check that the gear position indica-
tor lamp indicates “N” or check the
gear position is neutral by the fol-
lowing way:
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If you cannot shift
multi−mode manual
transmission shift lever

INDEX305
During
Break−in 194..........................
E
Economical driving
Saving money on both fuel and
repairs 216..........................
Electric power steering system 204.......
Electric power steering system warning
light 127..............................
Electrical system
Battery 278,280.......................
Fuse locations 259....................
Fuses 280............................
Emergency flasher switch 118............
Emergency, In case of
Blown fuse 280........................
Emergency flasher switch 118..........
Flat tire 226...........................
If you lose your keys 243...............
If your engine stalls while driving 224....
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency 244...................
If your vehicle needs to be
towed 236...........................
If your vehicle will not start 220.........
Jump starting 221.....................
Overheating 225.......................
Towing 236............................
Engine
Before starting the engine 210..........
Checking the coolant level 267..........
Emission control device 197............
Engine compartment 258...............
Exhaust gas caution 198...............
Hood release 36.......................
Identification number 206..............
Oil consumption 199...................
Oil level 264...........................
Overheating 225.......................
Starting procedure 209.................
Three−way catalytic converter 197......
Engine coolant
Temperature warning lights 125.........
Winter driving tips 215.................
Engine coolant temperature warning
lights 125.............................
Engine immobilizer system 13............
Engine oil
Winter driving tips 215.................Exhaust gas caution 198.................
F
Facts about engine oil
consumption 199......................
Flasher, Headlight 116...................
Flat tire
After changing wheels 235.............
Changing tire 231......................
If you have a flat tire 226...............
Jack point 230.........................
Jacking precautions 226...............
Jacking up 230........................
Loosening wheel bolts 229.............
Lowering vehicle 233..................
Reinstalling wheel ornament 234........
Removing wheel ornament 229.........
Wheel block 228.......................
Wheel bolts 232.......................
Floor mat 190...........................
Fluid level
Washer fluid 282......................
Fog light switch, Rear 119................
Fold−down rear seat 46..................
Foreign countries, Operation in 196.......
Front passenger ’s seat belt
reminder buzzer 127...................
Front passenger ’s seat belt
reminder light 127.....................
Front seat
Rear seat entry 45.....................
Front seats 42..........................
Fuel
Filler door opener 38...................
Fuel economy 216.....................
Fuel pump shut off system 196..........
Gauge 124............................
Operation in foreign countries 196......
Tank cap 38...........................
Fuel information 194.....................
Fuel pump shut off system 196............
Fuse
Fuse box 280..........................
Fuse locations 259......................
G
Gauge
Fuel 124..............................
Good driving practice 156................
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