emergency towing TOYOTA tC 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● During emergency towing

346 5-1. Essential information
Emergency towingIf 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(s).
This should only be 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.
For vehicles with an automatic
transmission, only the front tow-
ing eyelet may be used.

350 5-1. Essential information
Using a flatbed truckIf 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.
■ Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine running) position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine off) or IGNITION ON
(engine running) mode.
■ Emergency towing eyelet location
P. 374
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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5-1. Essential information
CAUTION
■
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 eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
use caution for the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● Vehicles without a smart key system:
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position or remove the\
key.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Do not turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Doing so will lock the steering wheel and prevent operation, possibly caus-
ing an accident and resulting in death or serious injury.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.

352 5-1. Essential information
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck (vehic les with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck (vehicles with a manual transmission)
●Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel\
s
straight.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off. The steering lock mecha-
nism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
● 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 transmission in emergency
towing (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with 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
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual
transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Jack
Wheel nut
wrench
Spa r e tire
Towing eyelet

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stowing the flat tire
Before stowing the flat tire,
remove the center wheel orna-
ment by pushing from the
reverse side.
Put the flat tire on the center of
the luggage mat with the outer
side of the wheel facing up. Hook
the end of the belt to either rear
cargo hook.
Pass the belts from between the
wheel spokes through the cen-
ter hole of the wheel.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in
their storage location to reduce the po
ssibility of personal injury during a
collision or sudden braking.
■When stowing the flat tire
●Make sure the rear seats are in their original position.
●Secure it using a tire tie-down belt. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out
in case of the sudden braking or an accident, resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.

406 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the 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.

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Alphabetical index
Tachometer .............................. 184
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 333
Switch ................................... 193
Wattage ................................ 420
Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..... 97
Theft prevention labels ........... 100
Tire inflation pressure ............ 312
Tire information Glossary ............................... 431
Size ...................................... 427
Tire identification number ..... 426
Uniform tire quality
grading ............................... 428
Tires Chains .................................. 215
Checking .............................. 302
If you have a flat tire ............. 374
Inflation pressure .................. 312
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 303
Information ........................... 424
Replacing ............................. 374
Rotating tires ........................ 302
Size ...................................... 419
Snow tires............................. 215
Spare tire .............................. 374
Tire pressure warning system................................ 302
Tools......................................... 374
Total load capacity .................. 214
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 222, 223
Emergency towing ................ 346
Trailer towing ........................ 221
TRAC ........................................ 204
Traction control ....................... 204
Trailer towing........................... 221
Trip meter................................. 184
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 333
Switch ................................... 181
Wattage ................................ 420 Valet key .....................................26
Vanity mirrors...........................248
Vehicle identification
number ...................................410
Vehicle stability control...........204
VSC............................................204
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................357
Open door .............................361
Seat belt reminder .................361
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ..........359
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................360
Brake assist system ..............359
Brake system ........................357
Charging system .... ...............358
Electric power steering system
warning light........................360
Electronic engine control system ................................359
High coolant temperature ......361
Low engine oil pressure ........358
Low fuel level ........................361
Low tire pressure...................362
Low washer fluid ...................361
Malfunction indicator lamp ....359
Open door .............................361
Pretensioners ........................359
Seat belt reminder light .........361
Smart key system... ...............364
SRS airbags ..........................359
Tire pressure warning light ....362
Washer Checking ...............................300
Preparing and checking before winter .......................215
Switch....................................196
Washing and waxing ...............262TV
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