2018 TOYOTA COROLLA iM towing

2887-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
■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. 304)
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 eyelet, cables or chains. The towing eyelet,
cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people,
and cause serious damage.
● 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.
■ Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet 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.

2897-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
● 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.
● 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.

3047-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Tool bag
Wheel nut wrench
Jack handleTowing eyelet
Jack
Spare tire1
2
3
4
5
6

3227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
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.

375Alphabetical index
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
Daytime running light system .................................... 143
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ................................ 199
Rear window ......................... 199
Windshield ............................ 199
Dimensions .............................. 324
Dinghy towing .................. 125, 126
Display Multi-information display ......... 76
Warning message ................ 300
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 233
Door lock Back door................................ 91
Side doors............................... 88
Wireless remote control .......... 88
Key.......................................... 88
Doors Back door................................ 91
Door lock................................. 88
Door windows ....................... 106
Open door warning
buzzer............................. 90, 91
Outside rear view mirrors...... 104
Rear door child-protector ........ 90
Side doors............................... 88
Drive information ....................... 78
Driving ...................................... 110 Break-in tips .......................... 112
Correct posture ....................... 24
Procedures ........................... 110
Winter drive tips .................... 192 Eco Driving Indicator ................ 81
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 186 Warning light......................... 293
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 292
If a warning light turns on ..... 292
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 300
If the battery is discharged ... 315
If the engine will not start ...... 314
If you have a flat tire ............. 303
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 290
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 321
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 283
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.................................. 284
If your vehicle overheats....... 318
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382Alphabetical index
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
Tachometer ................................ 74
Tail lights .................................. 141Light switch ........................... 141
Replacing light bulbs............. 280
Talk switch ............................... 218
Telephone
switches ................................. 218
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ..... 66
Tire inflation pressure ............. 260 Maintenance data ................. 331
Warning light ......................... 294
Tire information ....................... 336 Glossary................................ 343
Size ....................................... 339
Tire identification number ..... 338
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading............................... 341
Tire pressure warning system .................................... 251
Initializing .............................. 251
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ...... 251
Registering ID codes ............ 253
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 252
Warning light ......................... 294 Tires .......................................... 250
Chains .................................. 193
Checking............................... 250
If you have a flat tire ............. 303
Inflation pressure .................. 331
Replacing.............................. 303
Rotating tires ........................ 250
Size....................................... 331
Snow tires ............................. 193
Spare tire .............................. 303
Tire pressure warning
system .......... ...................... 251
Warning light......................... 294
Tools ......................................... 304
Top tether strap ......................... 62
Total load capacity .................. 123
Towing
Dinghy towing ............... 125, 126
Emergency towing ................ 284
Towing eyelet ....................... 287
Trailer towing ........................ 124
Toyota Safety Sense C............ 153 Automatic High Beam ........... 177
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert)................................... 172
PCS (Pre-Collision system)......... ...................... 159
Traction Control (TRAC).................................... 186
Transmission ................... 131, 137
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 186
Trip meters ................................. 77
Turn signal lights .................... 139
Replacing light bulbs .... 276, 277
Turn signal lever ................... 139
Wattage ................................ 332
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