2012 TOYOTA IQ tow

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When trouble arises
iQ_WE_74014EInsert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
Location of the emergency towing eyelet
P. 324
CAUTION
Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that the towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.

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Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the front
Release 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 damage to 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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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear
Vehicles with a Multidrive: Use a
towing dolly under the front
wheels.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: We recommend the use of
a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: When not using a
towing dolly, turn the engine
switch to the ACC position and
shift the shift lever to N.
Vehicles with smart entry & start
system: When not using a towing
dolly, turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to the ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode
and shift the shift lever to N.
NOTICE
To prevent serious damage to the transmission
(vehicles with a Multidrive)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.

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Using a flat bed truck
If your Toyota is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
indicated by triangles must be
45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the vehicle
(vehicles with a manual transmission)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from
the rear with the key removed or in the LOCK position. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel straight.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel straight.
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.
Front

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
Emergency hook
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 (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).
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 D or R (Multidrive) or 1 or R (manual
transmission) and carefully apply the accelerator to free the
vehicle.
Turn off the TRC and/or VSC systems if it is difficult to get out
because of TRC and/or VSC operation. (P. 225)
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hook is
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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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 (vehicles with a Multidrive)
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.

465 Alphabetical index
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Eco driving indicator
light ......................... 167, 201, 209
Electric power steering ........... 224
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 386
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 427
If the engine will not start ...... 423
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 425
If the vehicle battery
is discharged ...................... 430
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 397
If the warning light turns
on........................................ 397
If you have a flat tire ............. 405
If you lose your keys ............. 426
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 395
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 438
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 440
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 388
If your vehicle overheats ....... 435
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 405
Engine
Compartment ........................ 334
Engine switch ................ 176, 179
Hood ..................................... 319
How to start the
engine ......................... 176, 179
Identification number............. 445
If the engine will not start ...... 423
Ignition switch .............. 176, 179
Overheating .......................... 435Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 452
Checking ............................... 340
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 231
Engine immobilizer system .... 108
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 449
Checking ............................... 336
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 231
Engine switch .................. 176, 179
EPS ........................................... 224
First-aid kit holder ................... 301
Floor mat .................................. 299
Fluid
Washer ................................. 346
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Switch ................................... 216
Wattage ................................ 456
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Switch ................................... 216
Wattage ................................ 456
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 399
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage ................................ 456
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 79E
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Switch
Airbag manual on-off
switch.................................. 159
Emergency flasher switch ..... 386
Engine switch ................ 176, 179
Fog light switch ..................... 216
Hazard light switch ................ 386
Ignition switch ............... 176, 179
Light switches ....................... 211
Outside rear view mirror
switch.................................... 95
Power door lock switch ........... 73
Power window switch ............ 100
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 222
VSC OFF switch ................... 225
Window lock switch ............... 100
Wiper and washer
switch.......................... 218, 222
Tachometer .............................. 197
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 374
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage................................. 456
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 119
Engine immobilizer system ... 108
Tire inflation pressure ............. 350
Tires
Chains ................................... 233
Checking ............................... 347
If you have a flat tire.............. 405
Inflation pressure .......... 350, 455
Rotating tires ......................... 347
Size ....................................... 455
Snow tires ............................. 231
Tools ......................................... 324
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 389
Trailer towing ........................ 235Traction control ....................... 224
TRC ........................................... 224
Trip information ....................... 205
Trip meter ................................. 206
Turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 193
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 456
Vanity mirrors .......................... 294
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 445
Vehicle stability control .......... 224
VSC ........................................... 224
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 397
Seat belt reminder ................ 399
Warning lights
ABS....................................... 398
Airbag system ....................... 398
Anti-lock brake system.......... 398
Brake assist system .............. 398
Brake system ........................ 397
Charging system ................... 398
Electric power steering ......... 398
Engine oil pressure ............... 398
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 398
Low fuel level ........................ 399
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 398
Open door ............................. 399
Pretensioners........................ 398
Seat belt reminder light ......... 399
Slip indicator ......................... 398
Smart entry & start system ... 401
SRS airbags.......................... 398
VSC OFF .............................. 398
Warning reflector holder ......... 301
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