2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER towing

326 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
16 DOME10 AInterior light, personal lights, lug-
gage compartment light, engine
switch light, clock, accessory
meter, meter and gauge
17 RADIO NO.1 20 A Audio system
18 ECU-B 10 AAir conditioning system, multiplex
communication system, SRS air-
bag system, front passenger occu-
pant classification system
19 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
20 HORN 10 A Horn
21 A/F HEATER 15 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
22 TRN-HAZ 15 ATurn signal lights, emergency
flashers
23 ETCS 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic throttle control
system
24 EFI 20 AEFI NO.2, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
25 DR/LCK 20 ADoor lock system, multiplex com-
munication system
26 TOWING 15 A Towing converter
27 RADIO NO.2 20 A Audio system
28 AM1 50 AACC, ECU-IG, IG1, RR WSH, FR
WIP-WSH, 4WD/DIFF and STA
29 J/B 50 A TAIL, PWR OUTLET, POWER
FuseAmpereCircuit

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
*1: Vehicles with daytime running light
*2: Vehicles without daytime running light
30 ABS MTR
40 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, active traction control
system, AUTO LSD system
31 AM2 30 AIGN and GAUGE, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, starting
system
32 ABS SOL 30 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, active traction control
system, AUTO LSD system
33 ALT 120 AAM1, AC 115V, DEFOG, DEFOG
NO.2, STOP, OBD, J/B, TOWING
TAIL, AUX LP and OFFROAD LP
34 HEATER 60 A Air conditioning system
35 AC 115V 80 A Power outlet
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, 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 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.
Towing eyelet
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.
The wheels and axle on the groun d must be in good condition.
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

342 5-1. Essential information
■Emergency towin g procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models with an automatic transmission: Shift the front-wheel
drive control lever in H2.
4WD models with a manual transmission: Unlock the center differ-
ential.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
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 eyelet and the cables or chains.
● If the engine is not running, 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
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
■ Emergency towing eyelet precautions
● Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged.
● Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet.
● Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
● To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious da mage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.

344 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: Use a towing dolly under
the front wheels.
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: When not using a tow-
ing dolly, turn the engine switch
to the ACC position, shift the
shift lever to N and shift the front-
wheel drive control lever in H2.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
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.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Steel wheel
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
Install the flat tire in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
65 ft·lbf (88 N·m, 8.9 kgf·m)
Vehicles with rear view monitor system Install the spare wheel cover in
the reverse order of removal.
Tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque:
14 N·m (1.4 kgf·m, 10 ft·lbf)
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 305)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■Emergency hook
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N
(vehicles with a manual transmission).
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 engine.
Turn off the VSC. ( P. 169, 170)
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hook is
used for another vehicle to pull your vehi-
cle out in an emergency.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow
another vehicle.
Do not use the rear hook. It is not
designed for towing.