2012 TOYOTA COROLLA emergency towing

172 2-4. Using other driving systems
■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following
situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)
below the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
● VSC is activated.
■ If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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.
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

414 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. 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.
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine Towing eyelet
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine Towing eyelet

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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Emergency towin g procedure
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N. Vehicles with smart key system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine
off) or IGNITION ON (engine running) mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine
running) position.
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. 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.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

460 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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Alphabetical index
Tools......................................... 432
Total load capacity .................. 180
Towing
Dinghy towing ............... 201, 202
Emergency towing ................ 414
Trailer towing ................ 185, 200
TRAC ........................................ 173
Traction control ....................... 173
Trip information....................... 156
Trip meter................................. 149
Trunk Opener ................................... 47
Trunk light Wattage ................................ 475
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 399
Switch ................................... 146
Wattage ................................ 475
Valet key..................................... 22
Vanity mirrors .......................... 321
Vehicle identification number................................... 464
Vehicle stability control .......... 173
VSC ........................................... 173 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................420
Downshifting..........................143
Seat belt reminder .................422
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........421
Brake assist system ..............421
Brake system ........................420
Charging system .... ...............420
Electric power steering system ................................421
Engine oil maintenance ......... 422
Engine oil pressure ...............420
Low fuel level ........................422
Low tire pressure warning light .....................................422
Malfunction indicator lamp ....421
Open door .............................422
Pretensioners ........................421
Seat belt reminder light .........422
Smart key system... ...............430
SRS airbags ..........................421
Tire pressure warning light ....422
Washer fluid ..........................422
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