2010 TOYOTA CAMRY tow

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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.
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.
If towing from the front, the vehic le's rear wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (P. 426)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck from the frontRelease the parking brake.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
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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5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck from the rear
Automatic transmission: Use a
towing dolly under the front
wheels.
Manual transmissions: We rec-
ommend to use a towing dolly
under the front wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” position and shift the shift
lever to N.
Using a flat bed 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.
NOTICE
■ To prevent causing serious dama ge to the transmission
(automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle (manual transmission)
Do not tow the vehicle when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or
key removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identifi
ed by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire pre ssure of the compact spare tire.
(  P. 491)
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on the rear of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires.
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of
the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■After completing the tire change (U.S.A. only)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 384)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
warned. Also, if you replace the compac t spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains on.
■Jack point guide
STEP6
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
The jack point guides are located under
the rocker panel. They indicate the jack
point positions.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■Emergency hooks (if equipped)
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 (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmis-
sion).
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.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (automatic trans-
mission) or 1 or R position (manual transmission) and care-
fully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hooks are
used for another vehicle to pull your vehi-
cle out in an emergency.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow
another vehicle.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: P215/55R17 tires
*3: P215/60R16 tires
Vehicle identification■ Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identificati on number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is
used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
Overall length 189.2 in. (4805 mm)
Overall width71.7 in. (1820 mm)
Overall height*157.7 in. (1465 mm)*2
57.9 in. (1470 mm)*3
Wheelbase109.3 in. (2775 mm)
TreadFront 62.0 in. (1575 mm)
Rear 61.6 in. (1565 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 900 lb. (410 kg)
Towing capacity
(trailer weight + cargo weight)1000 lb. (453 kg)

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Alphabetical index
Daytime running light
system ................................... 161
Defogger Rear window......................... 209
Side mirror ............................ 209
Dimension ................................ 482
Dinghy towing .................. 191,192
Display Trip information .................... 155
Warning message ................ 444
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 359
Door courtesy light
Door courtesy light ............... 313
Wattage ................................ 494
Doors Door glasses .......................... 70
Door lock .................... 27, 38, 42
Side mirrors ............................ 68
Driver's seat belt reminder light ........................................ 435
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 122
Correct posture....................... 85
Procedures ........................... 120
Winter driving tips ................. 179 Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly............ 469
Emergency flashers Switch....................................424
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ......432
If a warning message is displayed.............................444
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................469
If the engine will not start ......465
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................467
If the vehicle has discharged battery .................................471
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................432
If you have a flat tire .............454
If you lose your keys .............468
If you think something is wrong ..................................428
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................478
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................425
If your vehicle overheats .......475DE