2009 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER towing

432 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
41ECU-B25 ADriving position memory sys-
tem
42TEL5 A
No circuit
43RSE7.5 A Rear seat entertainment
44TOWING30 ATo w i n g
45DOOR NO.225 A
Main body ECU
46STR LOCK20 ASteering lock system
47TURN-HAZ15 AMeter, front turn signal lights,
rear turn signal lights, towing
converter
48EFI MAIN220 A
Fuel pump
49ETCS10 A
EFI
50ALT-S5 AIC-ALT
51AMP30 A Audio system
52RAD NO.110 ANavigation system, radio
receiver assembly
53ECU-B15 ASmart key system, overhead
module, tilt and telescopic
steering, meter, cool box, gate-
way ECU, steering sensor
54DOME15 A
Door courtesy lights, clock
55HEAD LH15 A Headlight high beam (left)
56HEAD LL15 AHeadlight low beam (left)
57INJ10 A
Injector, ignition
58MET5 AMeter
59IGN10 A Circuit open, SRS airbag sys-
tem, gateway ECU, occupant
detection system, smart key
system, ABS, VSC, steering
lock system, GBS
60HEAD RH15 A
Headlight high beam (right)
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
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 following
part. This should only be attempt ed 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 hook
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.
Use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

454 5-1. Essential information
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
■Emergency towing procedure
The engine must be in ACCESSORY mode (engine off) or IGNI-
TION ON mode (engine running).
Put the four-wheel drive control swit ch in “H4”. (The center differen-
tial is unlocked.)
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Release the parking brake.
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 hook and the cable or chain.
● 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
● Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
● Use only the front emergency towing hooks or towing eyelets (depending
on vehicles) when towing your vehicle.
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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Towing with a sling-type truck
NOTICE
■
To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear.

456 5-1. Essential information
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Towing with a wheel lift-type truckFrom front Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From rear Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
● Do not tow the vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
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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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Using a flat bed truck
If your Toyota is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration. When attaching
the hooks to the rear of the vehi-
cle, make sure to attach them to
the inside of the vehicle.
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.
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NOTICE
■ To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing
hook.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
97 ft•lbf (131 N•m, 13.4 kgf•m)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
Lay down the tire with the outer
side facing up, and install the
holding bracket.
Raise the tire.
Pull the tire towards the rear of the vehicle when raising. After
raising, visually check that tire is not interfering with compo-
nents.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers.
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488 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
■When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle
underbody.
■When replacing the tires
●When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled cor-
rectly.
●Replace the grommets for the tire pressure warning valves and trans-
mitters as well.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.