2011 TOYOTA CAMRY towing

430 5-1. Essential information
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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When trouble arises
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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
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 striki ng 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 ................................... 164
Defogger Rear window......................... 214
Side mirror ............................ 214
Dimension ................................ 488
Dinghy towing .................. 195,196
Display Trip information .................... 158
Warning message ................ 448
Do-it-yourself
maintenance .......................... 365
Door courtesy light Door courtesy light ............... 318
Wattage ................................ 500
Doors Door glasses .......................... 72
Door lock .................... 29, 40, 44
Side mirrors ............................ 70
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 439
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 124
Correct posture....................... 88
Procedures ........................... 122
Winter driving tips ................. 183 Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly............ 473
Emergency flashers Switch....................................428
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ......436
If a warning message is displayed.............................448
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 473
If the engine will not start ......469
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................471
If the vehicle has discharged battery ..............475
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................436
If you have a flat tire .............458
If you lose your keys .............472
If you think something is wrong ..................................432
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................482
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ...484
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................429
If your vehicle overheats .......479DE

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Alphabetical index
Switch
Emergency flasher switch .... 428
Engine switch ............... 133, 137
Fog light switch..................... 167
Hazard light switch ............... 428
Ignition switch ............... 133, 137
Light switches ....................... 162
Power door lock switch........... 44
Power window switch ............. 72
Window lock switch ................ 72
Wiper and washer switch ..... 168
Tachometer .............................. 150
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 85
Engine immobilizer system..... 82
Tire inflation pressure ............ 397
Tire information Glossary ............................... 510
Size ...................................... 507
Tire identification number ..... 506
Uniform tire quality
grading ............................... 508
Tires Chains .................................. 183
Checking .............................. 387
If you have a flat tire ............. 458
Inflation pressure .................. 397
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 389
Replacing ............................. 458
Rotating tires ........................ 387
Size ...................................... 497
Snow tires............................. 183
Spare tire .............................. 458 Tools .........................................458
Total load capacity...................182
Towing
Dinghy towing................195, 196
Trailer towing.........................187
TRAC .........................................174
Traction control........................174
Trip information .......................158
Trip meter .........................150, 158
Trunk Extending a space................. 339
Opener ....................................49
Trunk light Trunk light ...............................50
Wattage .................................500
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............423
Switch....................................146
Wattage .................................500
Vanity lights Vanity lights ...........................330
Wattage .................................500
Vanity mirrors...........................330
Vehicle identification number ...................................488
Vehicle stability control...........174
VSC............................................174
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