emergency towing TOYOTA PRIUS 2009 2.G Owners Manual

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5-1. Essential information
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The hybrid system is operating, but the vehicle will not move.
● 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 below 18 mph (30km/h).
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.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the front, the vehicle ’s rear wheel and axles must be in
good condition. ( P. 417)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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PRIUS_U_(OM47614U)Towing eyelet
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Emergency towing procedure
Release the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY (hybrid system off) or
ON mode (hybrid system on).
CAUTION
■While towing
● 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 cable or chain.
● If the hybrid system is not operating, the power assist for the brakes and
steering will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious dama ge 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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Push the “P” position switch
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
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Wheel nut
wrench
Jack handle
Jack
Towing eyelet
Spare tire

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
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 and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the wheels.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the hybrid system. Set t he parking brake and push the
“P” position switch.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the hybrid system.
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.STEP1
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Alphabetical index
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How your child should wear
the seatbelt .......................... 67
Installing child restraints ....... 111
Power window lock switch ...... 76
Power window precautions..... 78
Removed electronic key battery
precautions ........................ 393
Seat belt precautions.............. 68
Back door ............................... 56
Cleaning Exterior ................................. 342
Interior .................................. 344
Seat belts ............................. 345
Clock ........................................ 328
Condenser ............................... 369
Console box............................. 320
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ... 454
Cruise control Cruise control ....................... 159
Cup holders ............................. 322
Curtain shield airbags .............. 89
Customizable features ............ 486
Daytime running light system ................................... 153
Defogger
Rear window......................... 213
Side mirror ............................ 213
Dimension ................................ 460
Dinghy towing ......................... 178
Display Touch screen........................ 182
Trip information ...................... 27
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 353
Door courtesy lights ............... 315
Door pocket ............................. 323
Doors Door lock .................... 36, 49, 51
Rear door child protector ........ 52 Driver’s seat belt reminder
light .........................................426
Driving
break-in tips...........................123
Correct posture .......................87
Procedures ............................122
Winter driving tips..................173
Electronic key Replacing battery ..................392
When the electronic key battery is discharged...........448
Electric Power Steering ...........166
Emergency flashers
Switch....................................412
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ......423
If the electronic key does not
operate properly..................448
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................446
If the 12 volt battery is discharged .........................449
If you have a flat tire .............436
If you lose your keys .............447
If you think something is wrong ..................................420
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................457
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................413
If your vehicle overheats .......454
Engine
Compartment ........................360
Hood......................................357
How to start the hybrid system ................................132
If the hybrid system will not start ...............................446
Overheating...........................454
“POWER” switch ...................132
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Tire information
Glossary ............................... 479
Size ...................................... 476
Tire identification number ..... 475
Uniform tire quality grading .. 477
Tires
Chains .................................. 175
Checking .............................. 375
Compact spare tire ............... 437
If you have a flat tire ............. 436
Inflation pressure .................. 468
Information ........................... 473
Pressure warning system ..... 375
Replacing ............................. 436
Rotating tires ........................ 375
Size ...................................... 468
Snow tires............................. 175
Spare tire .............................. 437
Tools......................................... 436
Total load capacity .................. 172
Touch screen ........................... 182
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 178
Emergency towing ................ 413
Trailer towing ........................ 177
Transmission “P” position switch ................ 139
Transmission ........................ 138
Trip information......................... 27
Trip meter................................. 146
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 403
Switch ................................... 142
Wattage ................................ 469
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 327
Wattage ................................ 469
Vanity mirrors .......................... 327
Vehicle identification
number................................... 461
Vehicle load limits ................... 172 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................423
Open door ............................426
Seat belt reminder .................426
Warning lights Anti-lock brake
system (ABS) ......................425
Brake system ........................423
Charging system .... ...............424
Electric power steering warning light........................425
Low fuel level ........................426
Malfunction indicator lamp ....424
Master warning light ..............427
Open door .............................426
Seat belt reminder light .........426
SRS airbags ..........................424
Tire pressure warning
light .....................................426
Washer Checking ...............................374
Preparing and checking before winter .......................173
Switch....................................156
Washing and waxing ...............342
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................169
Load limits .............................172
Weight ...................................460
Wheels ......................................388
Window glasses ........................76
Window lock switch ...................76
Windows Power windows .......................76
Rear window defogger ..........213
Washer ..................................156
Windshield wipers
Windshield wipers .................156
Winter driving tips ...................173
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ...................49
Replacing the battery ............392
WMA disc ..................................250
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