2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER emergency towing

218 2-4. Using other driving systems
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

520 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(s). 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.
Towing eyelets
■Emergency towin g procedure
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Vehicles without smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine run-
ning) position.
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine
off) or IGNITION ON (engine running) mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Installing a towing eyelet
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
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 eyelets 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.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious dama ge to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
STEP1
STEP2

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat 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.
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Adapter
socket Towing eyelet
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Spare tire
Jack

550 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all toolsRemove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the
reverse side. Put the flat tire on the ground
with the outer side facing up and
install the holding bracket.
Be careful not to lose the wheel
ornament.
Turn the spare tire clamp bolt clockwise with a jack handle
and adapter socket until you hear a click.
Stow the jack and all tools.
STEP1
STEP2
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( P. 480)
STEP3
STEP4

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 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 correctly.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is
used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon
as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter when replacing the tire. ( P. 480)
■When stowing the flat tire
●Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle
underbody.
●Tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the
hook securely.

568 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.

630 Alphabetical index
Parking brake ........................... 183
Parking lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch.................................... 200
Wattage ................................. 586
Personal/interior lights Switch.................................... 397
Wattage ................................. 586
Power outlet ............................. 416
Power windows ........................ 101
Radiator .................................... 471
Radio ......................................... 297
Rear automatic air conditioning system.............. 286
Rear manual air conditioning
system .................................... 283
Rear seat Adjustment ..............................77
Folding down second
seatback ...............................78
Folding down third
seatback ...............................80
Removing the second center seat ............................81
Stowing the second center seat ............................81
Rear seat entertainment
system*
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Wattage ................................. 586
Rear view mirror Compass ............................... 435
Rear view monitor system ...... 219
Rear window defogger ............ 289
Rear window wiper .................. 212 Replacing
Fuses .................................... 499
Key battery ............................ 496
Light bulbs............................. 510
Tires ...................................... 540
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................ 608
Roof luggage carrier................ 241
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 88
Automatic Locking Retractor ............................... 89
Child restraint system installation........................... 147
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 444
Emergency Locking Retractor ............................... 89
How to wear your seat belt ..... 88
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 91
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .............. 90
Reminder light ....................... 531
Seat belt extenders ................. 91
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 89
Seat heaters ............................. 420
Seating capacity ...................... 242
Seats Adjustment ........................ 74, 77
Adjustment precaution ...... 76, 84
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 147
Cleaning ................................ 443
Head restraint ......................... 85
Properly sitting in the seat..... 121
Seat heaters.......................... 420P
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