2012 TOYOTA GT86 towing

356 5-1. Essential information
FT86_EEInsert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
STEP 2
STEP 3
Location of the emergency towing eyelet
P. 371, 380
CAUTION
Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
After towing
Always remove the towing eyelet. Failure to do so can cause the SRS air-
bags to not operate correctly in the event of a frontal collision.

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357 5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From the front
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: Use a towing dolly
under the rear wheels.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: We recommend using a
towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
release the parking brake and
shift the shift lever to N.
NOTICE
To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

358 5-1. Essential information
FT86_EEFrom the rear
Vehicles without a smart entry &
start system: Turn the engine
switch to the “ACC” position so
that the steering wheel is
unlocked.
Vehicles with a smart entry &
start system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to
ACCESSORY mode so that the
steering wheel is unlocked.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
To prevent damaging the vehicle
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from
the rear when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is
removed. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the
front wheels straight.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
When raising the vehicle from the rear, 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 from the rear.

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371
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a spare tire)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
Before jacking up the vehicle
Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Stop the engine.
Turn on the emergency flashers.
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Spare tire Towing eyelet
Screwdriver JackWheel nut
wrench

378 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
Replacing a flat tire
Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately
after the vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the
brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or
other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the
wheel while the vehicle is moving.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen
and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 120 N
•m (12.2
kgf
•m, 89 ft•lbf) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically
designed for that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads
or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the tapered
ends facing inward. (P. 317)
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.
Stowing the jack
When stowing the jack in the jack holder, make sure that the part that the
jack handle attaches to is pointing towards the inside of the trunk. Failure to
do so may damage the vehicle body.

380 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit, jack and
tools
*: Use of the jack (P. 372)
Contents
ScrewdriverEmergency
tire puncture
repair kitJack handle
Towing eyelet
Jack*Wheel nut
wrench
SealantInjection
hoseValve core tool
Va l v e c o r e
(spare)
Compressor Stickers
Extension hose (for
extracting the sealant)
Quick reference

412 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. 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 resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

443 Alphabetical index
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Tachometer
Tachometer ........................... 190
Tail lights
Switch ................................... 205
Theft deterrent system
Double locking system ............ 92
Engine immobilizer system ..... 85
Tire inflation pressure ............. 426
Tires
Chains ................................... 229
Checking ............................... 311
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit .............................. 379
If you have a flat tire...... 371, 379
Inflation pressure .................. 314
Replacing .............................. 371
Rotating tires ......................... 311
Size ....................................... 426
Snow tires ............................. 229
Spare tire .............................. 371Tools ................................. 371, 379
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 353
Traction control ....................... 222
Transmission shift
switches ......................... 180, 182
TRC ........................................... 222
Trip meter ................................. 190
Trunk
Opener .................................... 53
Trunk light
Wattage ................................ 427
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 332
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage ................................ 427T