2015 TOYOTA COROLLA emergency towing

16Pictorial index
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■Instrument panel
Engine switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 161, 164
Starting the engine/changing the modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 161, 164
Emergency stop of the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 483
When the engine will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 525
Warning messages
*3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 503
Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172, 174, 176, 180
Changing the shift position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172, 174, 176, 180
Precautions against towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 485
When the shift lever does not move
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 527
Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 77, 82
Reading the meters/adjusting the meter light . . . . . . . . . . . P. 77, 82
Warning lights/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 72
When the warning lights come on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 491
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2004-5. Using the driving support systems
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If the warning message for the crui se control is shown on the multi-
information display (vehicles wi th a multi-information display)
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels imme-
diately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control
system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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.
● During emergency towing

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When trouble arises
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
●The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we re commend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truc k or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

4868-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 dam-
aged.
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.
Using a flatbed truck

4878-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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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. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for 50 miles (80 km) 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.
Securely attach a cable or
chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehi-
cle body
Vehicles without a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn th e engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart key system : Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
Vehicles without a manual transm ission: When the shift lever can-
not be shifted: P. 527
■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.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is stored in the trunk. ( P. 513)
Emergency towing
Emergency towing procedure
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4888-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
● When towing using a rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place exces-
sive stress on the towing hook and rope.
The towing eyelet or rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit
people and cause serious damage.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” position.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not turn the engine switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
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.
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 drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged.

5418-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■When it is difficult to free the veh icle (vehicles with a TRAC system)
Press to turn off TRAC.
CAUTION
■ When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding 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 damaging the transm ission and other components
● Avoid spinning the front 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.

610Alphabetical index
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Tachometer .......................... 77, 82
Tail lights .................................. 184Light switch ........................... 184
Replacing light bulbs............. 476
Wattage ................................ 553
Talk switch ............................... 376
Telephone switches ......................... 260, 354
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 68
Engine immobilizer system ..... 66
Tire inflation pressure ............. 456 Maintenance data ................. 552
Warning light ......................... 493
Tire information ....................... 557 Glossary................................ 564
Size ....................................... 560
Tire identification number ..... 559
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................... 562
Tire pressure warning system .................................... 449 Function ................................ 449
Initializing .............................. 449
Installing tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters ...... 449
Registering ID codes ............ 451
Tire pressure warning reset
switch ................................. 450
Warning light ......................... 493
Tires .......................................... 448 Chains................................... 217
Checking ............................... 448
If you have a flat tire ............. 513
Inflation pressure .................. 552
Replacing .............................. 513
Rotating tires......................... 448
Size ....................................... 552
Snow tires ............................. 218
Spare tire .............................. 513
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 449 Warning light......................... 493
Tools ......................................... 514
Top tether strap ......................... 62
Total load capacity .................. 156
Towing
Dinghy towing ............... 158, 159
Emergency towing ................ 485
Towing eyelet ....................... 485
Trailer towing ........................ 157
Traction Control (TRAC).................................... 211
Transmission ... 172, 174, 176, 180
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 211
Trip information ................... 79, 84
Trip meters ........................... 77, 82
Trunk ........................................ 106 Internal trunk release lever ... 108
Smart key system ................. 106
Trunk light ............................. 108
Trunk opener ........................ 106
Wireless remote control ........ 107
Trunk light Trunk light ............................. 108
Wattage ................................ 553
Turn signal lights .................... 182 Replacing light bulbs .... 475, 476
Turn signal lever ................... 182
Wattage ................................ 553
USB port ........................... 227, 286
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