2018 TOYOTA C-HR towing

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Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” p\
osition.
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.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: →P. 1 7 4
■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 installed in the luggage compartment. ( →P. 424)
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
● When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc., which
place excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing
eyelets, cables or chains 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.
■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
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.

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When trouble arises
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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the engine switch is off. The steering lock mechanism is not strong
enough to hold the front wheels 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.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle wh en towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■ To prevent damage to the vehic le during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

4247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Towing eyelet
Wheel nut wrench
JackJack handle
Spare tire

4477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■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.

504Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system .................................... 187
Deck board ............................... 308
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ................................ 293
Rear window ......................... 293
Windshield ............................ 293
Dimensions .............................. 450
Dinghy towing .......................... 161
Display Multi-information display ......... 89
Warning message ................ 418
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 335
Door lock
Back door.............................. 112
Side doors............................. 105
Smart key system ......... 105, 112
Wireless remote control ........ 105
Key........................................ 106
Doors Back door.............................. 112
Door lock........................ 105,112
Door windows ....................... 140
Open door warning buzzer......................... 110, 113
Outside rear view mirrors...... 137
Rear door child-protector ...... 109
Side doors............................. 105
Drive information ....................... 90
Driving ...................................... 146
Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ....................... 24
Procedures ........................... 146
Winter drive tips .................... 285 Eco Driving Indicator ................ 85
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 279 Warning light......................... 409
Electronic key ............................ 98
Battery-saving function ......... 120
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 436
Replacing the battery............ 373
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 408
If a warning light turns on ..... 408
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 418
If the battery is discharged ... 439
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 436
If the engine will not start ...... 434
If you have a flat tire ............. 423
If you think something is wrong ................................. 406
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 446
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 397
If your vehicle needs to be towed.................................. 399
If your vehicle overheats....... 443
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Tachometer ................................ 86
Tail lights .................................. 185Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 392
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ..... 74
Tire inflation pressure ............. 363 Maintenance data ................. 456
Warning light ......................... 411
Tire information ....................... 461 Glossary................................ 468
Size ....................................... 464
Tire identification number ..... 463
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading............................... 466
Tire pressure warning system .................................... 354
Initializing .............................. 354
Installing tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters......................... 354
Registering ID codes ............ 356
Warning light ......................... 411
Tires .......................................... 353 Chains................................... 286
Checking ............................... 353
If you have a flat tire ............. 423
Inflation pressure .................. 456
Replacing .............................. 423
Rotating tires......................... 353
Size ....................................... 456
Snow tires ............................. 285
Spare tire .............................. 423
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 354
Warning light ......................... 411 Tools ......................................... 424
Top tether strap ......................... 57
Total load capacity .................. 159
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 161
Emergency towing ................ 399
Towing eyelet ....................... 402
Trailer towing ........................ 160
Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 204 Automatic High Beam ........... 190
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 226
PCS (Pre-Collision system)......... ...................... 211
Traction Control (TRAC).................................... 279
Transmission ........................... 171
Continuously variable transmission ....................... 171
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 174
M mode................................. 172
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 279
Trip meters ................................. 86
Turn signal lights .................... 176
Replacing light bulbs................... 384, 385, 389
Turn signal lever ................... 176
Wattage ................................ 457
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