emergency towing TOYOTA xB 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

150 2-4. Using other driving systems
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

278 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.

282 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.
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine
running) position.
■ Emergency towing eyelet location
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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
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● 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.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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When trouble arises
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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)
● 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 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 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
Towing eyelet
Jack Wheel nut
wrench
Jack handle
Spare tire

308 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stowing the flat tirePut the flat tire on the center of
the luggage mat with the outer
side of the wheel facing up. Hook
one end of the belt (dark gray
portion) which is not forked to
either front cargo hook.
Pass the belts from between the
wheel spokes through the cen-
ter hole of the wheel.
Hook another end of the belt
(ivory portion) coming through
the center hole to the other front
cargo hook, and the other end
(dark gray portion) to the rear
cargo hook located diagonally to
the secondly used front hook.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

312 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious
injury:
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-
ately 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.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened,
leading to bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can
cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a
serious accident. Remove any oil or grease from the wheel bolts or
wheel nuts.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf
(103 N
•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
●When installing a tire, only use whee l nuts that have been specifically
designed for that wheel.
●If there are any cracks or deformatio ns in the bolt screws, nut threads
or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Scion
dealer.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen
and the tire to fall off, result ing in death or serious injury.
■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.
●When carrying the flat tire, secure it using a tire tie-down belts. Other-
wise, the flat tire may fly out in ca se of the sudden braking or an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

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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
Tires
Chains .................................. 162
Checking .............................. 235
Compact spare tire ............... 301
If you have a flat tire ............. 300
Inflation pressure .................. 243
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 236
Information ........................... 343
Replacing ............................. 300
Rotating tires ........................ 235
Size ...................................... 338
Snow tires............................. 162
Spare tire .............................. 300
Tire pressure warning
system................................ 235
Tools......................................... 300
Total load capacity .................. 161
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 168, 169
Emergency towing ................ 278
Trailer towing ........................ 167
TRAC ........................................ 151
Traction control ....................... 151
Trailer towing........................... 167
Transmission shift switches................................. 127
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 264
Switch ................................... 130
Wattage ................................ 339
Valet key..................................... 22
Vanity mirrors .......................... 192
Vehicle identification number................................... 330
Vehicle stability control .......... 151
VSC ........................................... 151
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 288
Seat belt reminder ................ 291 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........290
Brake assist system ..............290
Brake system ........................288
Charging system .... ...............289
Electric power steering system warning light........................290
Electronic engine control
system ................................290
High coolant temperature ......289
Low engine oil pressure ........289
Low fuel level ........................291
Low tire pressure...................292
Low washer fluid ...................291
Malfunction indicator lamp ....290
Open door .............................291
Pretensioners ........................290
Seat belt reminder light .........291
SRS airbags ..........................290
Tire pressure warning light ....292
Washer Checking ...............................233
Preparing and checking before winter .......................162
Switch....................................144
Washing and waxing ...............202
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................156
Load limits .............................161
Weight ...................................330
Wheels ......................................247
Window glasses ........................57
Window lock switch ...................57
Windows Power windows .......................57
Rear window defogger ..........178
Washer ..................................144
Windshield wipers ...................144
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking ...................24
Replacing the battery ............252
Wireless remote control key ....24
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