2014 TOYOTA CAMRY towing

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
19 IG2-MAIN
25 AIGN, INJ, METER-IG2, ECU-IG2
NO.3, A/B, ECU-IG2 NO.2, ECU-
IG2 NO.1
20 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
21 MAYDAY 5 A MAYDAY
22 TURN&HAZ 15 A Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers, gauge and meters
23 STRG LOCK 10 A Steering lock system
24 AMP 15 A Audio system
25 H-LP LH-LO 15 A*
3Left-hand headlight (low beam),
manual headlight leveling system
20 A*
4
26 H-LP RH-LO 15 A*
3
Right-hand headlight (low beam)
20 A*4
27 MNL H-LP
LV L *47.5 A Manual headlight leveling system
28 EFI-MAIN NO.1 30 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.2, EFI NO.3, A/F
sensor
29 SMART 5 A No circuit
30 ETCS 10 A Electronic throttle control system
31 TOWING 20 A No circuit
32 EFI NO.1 7.5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic controlled trans-
mission
33 EFI-MAIN
NO.2*
220 A A/F sensor
A/F*
1
34 AM2 7.5 A Smart key system
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
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 flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel- lift type truck from the front, the
vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions.
( P. 500, 501)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.

500 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel-lift type truckFrom the front Release the parking brake.
From the rear Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.

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When trouble arises
501
5-1. Essential information
Using a flatbed 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.
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ When towing the vehicle
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground.
If the vehicle is towed with the front
wheels contacting the ground, the driv-
etrain and related parts may be damaged.

502 5-1. Essential information
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
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.
■ To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

522 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Secure the luggage floor cover
using the hook provided.
Remove the tool tray.
Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.
When taking out or stowing the
spare tire, make sure to firmly
hold opposite ends of the tire.
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STEP3
STEP4

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
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 striki ng 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 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.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parki ng brake and shift the shift
lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC if this function is hampering your attempts to free
the vehicle. ( P. 210)
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

608 Alphabetical index
Child safetyAirbag precautions ................111
Battery precautions ....... 451, 542
Child restraint system............ 122
Child-protectors .......................57
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................74
Installing child restraints ........ 126
Moon roof precautions ............90
Power window lock switch.......84
Power window precautions .....86
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 472
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................78
Seat belt precautions ..............76
Seat heater precautions ........ 394
Trunk precautions ...................63
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 420
Interior ................................... 423
Seat belts .............................. 424
Clock ......................................... 386
Coat hooks ............................... 397
Coin holder ............................... 378
Compass ................................... 408
Condenser ................................ 448
Console box ............................. 377
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 544
Cruise control........................... 205
Cup holder ................................ 380
Curtain shield airbags ............. 104
Customizable features............. 581 Daytime running light
system .................................... 195
Defogger Outside rear view mirror........ 253
Rear window ......................... 253
Dimensions .............................. 552
Dinghy towing .......................... 234
Do-it-yourself maintenance .......................... 434
Door courtesy light Door courtesy light ................ 371
Wattage................................. 563
Doors Door lock ..................... 34, 49, 55
Door windows ......................... 84
Outside rear view mirrors ........ 82
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 508
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 137
Correct posture ..................... 102
Procedures............................ 136
Winter driving tips ................. 229D