tow TOYOTA GT86 2012 Owner's Guide

378 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
Replacing a flat tire
Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately
after the vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the
brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or
other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the
wheel while the vehicle is moving.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen
and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 120 N
•m (12.2
kgf
•m, 89 ft•lbf) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically
designed for that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads
or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the tapered
ends facing inward. (P. 317)
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
Stowing the jack
When stowing the jack in the jack holder, make sure that the part that the
jack handle attaches to is pointing towards the inside of the trunk. Failure to
do so may damage the vehicle body.

380 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit, jack and
tools
*: Use of the jack (P. 372)
Contents
ScrewdriverEmergency
tire puncture
repair kitJack handle
Towing eyelet
Jack*Wheel nut
wrench
SealantInjection
hoseValve core tool
Va l v e c o r e
(spare)
Compressor Stickers
Extension hose (for
extracting the sealant)
Quick reference

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407 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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CAUTION
To prevent damage to the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.
NOTICE
When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fans
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.
When closing the doors
While pushing the door glass towards the inside of the vehicle, slowly close
the door.
Because the side window open/close function linked to door operation will
not operate, the window may interfere with the vehicle body, possibly
scratching both the vehicle body and window, or even shattering the window.

412 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
When shifting the shift lever
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

437 Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light
system .................................... 208
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 252
Side mirror ............................ 252
Dimension ................................ 416
Display
Multi-information display ....... 200
Trip information ..................... 201
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 291
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 255
Wattage................................. 427
Doors
Door lock ..................... 31, 47, 50
Door windows ......................... 78
Double locking system ............ 92
Side mirrors............................. 75
Driver's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 365
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 155
Correct posture ....................... 94
Procedures............................ 152
Winter drive tips .................... 229Electric power steering ........... 222
Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 399
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 352
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 399
If the engine will not start ...... 394
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 397
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery .............. 403
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 362
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 362
If you have a flat tire .... 371, 379
If you lose your keys ............. 398
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 360
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 411
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 413
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ............................. 353
If your vehicle overheats ....... 408DE

443 Alphabetical index
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Tachometer
Tachometer ........................... 190
Tail lights
Switch ................................... 205
Theft deterrent system
Double locking system ............ 92
Engine immobilizer system ..... 85
Tire inflation pressure ............. 426
Tires
Chains ................................... 229
Checking ............................... 311
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit .............................. 379
If you have a flat tire...... 371, 379
Inflation pressure .................. 314
Replacing .............................. 371
Rotating tires ......................... 311
Size ....................................... 426
Snow tires ............................. 229
Spare tire .............................. 371Tools ................................. 371, 379
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 353
Traction control ....................... 222
Transmission shift
switches ......................... 180, 182
TRC ........................................... 222
Trip meter ................................. 190
Trunk
Opener .................................... 53
Trunk light
Wattage ................................ 427
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 332
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage ................................ 427T