2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID tow

540 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4 HTR50 A Air conditioning system
5 FAN NO.1 50 A Electric cooling fan
6 FAN NO.2 50 A Electric cooling fan
7 ABS NO.1 50 A Brake system
8 RR CLR 40 A Air conditioning system
9 SPARE 40 A Spare fuse
10 RR DEF 30 A Rear window defogger
11 PBD 30 A Power back door
12 HV R/B NO.2 50 A ABS MAIN NO.1, ABS MAIN NO.2,
BATT FAN, OIL PMP
13 HV R/B NO.1 30 A Hybrid system, PCU, IGCT NO.2
IGCT NO.3, INV W/P
14 PD 50 AA/F, HORN, H-LP RH HI, H-LP LH
HI, H-LP RH LO, H-LP LH LO,
S-HORN
15 ABS NO.2 50 A Brake system
16 EPS 80 A Electric power steering
17 DC/DC 150 ARR DOOR RH, RR DOOR LH, FR
FOG, OBD, A/C W/PMP, STOP,
DOOR NO.2, AM1, P/SEAT(PS),
A/C NO.1, FUEL OPN, S/ROOF,
TAIL, PANEL, ECU IG NO.1, ECU
IG NO.2, A/C NO.2, WASH,
S-HTR, GAUGE NO.1, FR WIP,
RR WIP, ECU-ACC, ACC SOCK
NO.1, ACC SOCK NO.2, RADIO
NO.2, P/SEAT, POWER
18 EFI MAIN 30 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.1, EFI NO.2, EFI
NO.3, F/PMP
19 TOWING 30 A Trailer lights
FuseAmpereCircuit

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 558
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................ 560
If you think something is wrong ............................. 566 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................... 567
If a warning message is displayed........................ 577
If you have a flat tire......... 579
If the hybrid system will not start .......................... 592
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............ 594
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter ...................... 595
If the electronic key does not operate properly....... 596
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..................... 598
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 602
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 606
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ..................... 607

560
5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The hybrid system is operating, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the front, the vehic le's rear wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (P. 564)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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5-1. Essential information
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 emergency
towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced
roads for short distances below 18 mph (30 km/h).
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” (hybrid system off) or “ON” (hybrid
system operating) position.
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY (hybrid system off)
mode or ON (hybrid system operating) mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

562 5-1. Essential information
Installing a towing eyeletRemove 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 eyelet and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● If the hybrid system is off, 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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5-1. Essential information
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
Towing with a sling-type truck
STEP3
■
Location of the emer gency towing eyelet
P. 579
CAUTION
■ Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that 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.

564 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truckFrom front Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From rear Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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5-1. Essential information
Using a flat bed truck
If your Toyota is transported by a
flatbed 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
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
NOTICE
■ To prevent causing serious da mage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle with any of the wheels in contact with the ground.
■ To prevent damaging 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.