2012 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER emergency towing

236 2-4. Using other driving systems
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
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

566 5-1. Essential information
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the towing
hook(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 hook
Emergency towing procedure
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in ACCESSORY
mode (engine off) or IGNITION ON mode (engine running).
Put the four-wheel drive control switch in “H4”. (The center differen-
tial is unlocked.)
Put the vehicle height in the “N” mode and press the height control
OFF switch to turn off the height control. (if equipped) (P. 248)
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Release the parking brake.
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567 5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
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 hook 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 damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle with the wheels on the ground.
Use only the front emergency towing hooks or towing eyelets when towing
your vehicle.

570 5-1. Essential information
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
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. When attaching
the hooks to the rear of the vehi-
cle, make sure to attach them to
the inside of the vehicle.
If 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 avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing
hook.
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605 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
131 N•m (13.4 kgf•m, 97 ft•lbf)
Reinstall the wheel ornament.
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
Lay down the tire with the outer
side facing up, and install the
holding bracket.
Raise the tire.
Vehicles with kinetic dynamic suspension: Pull the tire
towards the rear of the vehicle when raising. After raising,
visually check that the tire is not interfering with suspension
components.
Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers.
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609 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
CAUTION
Replacing a flat tire for vehicles with power back door
In cases such as when replacing tires, make sure to turn off the power back
door main switch (P. 64). Failure to do so may cause the back door to
operate unintentionally if the power back door switch is accidentally touched,
resulting in hands and fingers being caught and injured.
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 stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle under-
body.

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639 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
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
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.

686 Alphabetical index
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Switch
DISP switch........................... 214
ECT switch ............................ 196
Engine switch ........................ 191
Emergency flasher switch ..... 564
Fog light switch ..................... 222
Hazard light switch ................ 564
Height select ......................... 248
Ignition switch ....................... 190
Light switches ....................... 218
Power door lock switch ........... 60
Power window switch ............ 109
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 231
VIEW switch .......................... 276
Window lock switch ............... 109
Wipers and washer
switch.......................... 224, 231
Tachometer .............................. 203
Tail lights
Switch ................................... 218
Talk switch
*............................. 424
Telephone switch
*.................. 424
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 127
Engine immobilizer system ... 120
Tie-down hooks ....................... 484
Tilt sensor................................. 129
Tire inflation pressure ............. 521Tires
Chains................................... 319
Checking ............................... 518
If you have a flat tire ..... 596, 610
Inflation pressure .................. 521
Replacing .............................. 596
Rotating tires......................... 518
Size ....................................... 659
Snow tires ............................. 319
Spare tire .............................. 596
Tools ......................................... 596
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 566
Trailer towing ........................ 323
Toyota parking assist monitor
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Toyota parking
assist-sensor ......................... 237
Traction control ....................... 300
TRC ........................................... 300
Trip information display.......... 214
Trip meter ................................. 203
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 546
Switch ................................... 200
Wattage ................................ 661
Vanity lights
Vanity lights .......................... 464
Wattage ................................ 661
Vanity mirrors .......................... 464
Variable gear ratio steering .... 300
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 645
Vehicle stability control .......... 300
VGRS ........................................ 300
VSC ........................................... 300
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