ground clearance TOYOTA RAV4 EV 2013 1.G Owners Manual

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2-5. Driving information
Utility vehicle precautions
Utility vehicle feature● Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of gravity
than ordinary passenger cars. This vehicle design feature causes
this type of vehicle to be more likel y to rollover. And, utility vehicles
have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehi-
cles.
● This vehicle is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as
ordinary passenger cars. Therefore, sharp turns at excessive
speeds may cause rollover.
● This vehicle is an electric vehi cle. It has a heavy traction battery
mounted under the floor, giving the vehicle a lower ground clear-
ance than that of conventional off-road vehicles. Avoid off-road
driving as it may damage the traction batteries.
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has higher
ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its
center of gravity as compared to ordinary passenger cars.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Using a flat bed truck
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
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.
■ To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■ To prevent causing serious damage to the EV system when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
Doing so can lead to EV system damage.