2019 TOYOTA GT86 emergency towing

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WARNING
■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 stee p hill.
● During emergency towing

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Co ntact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but t he vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle m ay be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergen cy
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced r oads
for short distances 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.
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, only the front towing
eyelet may be used.
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 towing, and abide by all stat e/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle's front wheels and axles m ust be
in good condition. ( P. 391)
If they are damaged, use a to wing dolly or flat bed truck.

386 5-1. Essential information
To w i n g e y e l e t
■Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine running) position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine off) or IGNITION ON
(engine running) mode.
■ If towing a vehicle
Do not tow another vehicle. If towing a vehicle that has broken down is
unavoidable, avoid towing a vehicle that is heavier than your v ehicle. Also,
do not pull out a vehicle that has fallen into a ditch.
WARNING
■ 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 eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing .
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes a nd steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
■ Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. ( P. 3 8 4 )
■ Location of the spare t ire, jack and tools
*: Vehicles with a T145/70D 17 compact spare tire
Jack Jack handle
Spare tire
Towing eyelet
Screwdriver
Wheel nut
wrench
Spacer
*

430 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Storing a tire (for compact spare tire)
■Storing a tire (except compact spare tire)
Vehicles with a T145/70D17 compact
spare tire only: Install the spare tire
spacer with the “Ft” mark facing the
front of the vehicle and the rear edge of
the spacer contacting the vehicle body.
Install the center fastener as shown in
the illustration.STEP 1
STEP 2
Vehicles with a T145/70D17 compact
spare tire only: Bef ore stowing the flat
tire, remove the s pare tire spacer.
Install the center fastener as shown in
the illustration.STEP 1
STEP 2

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NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance wi th a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle.
The vehicle becomes lower when d riving with the compact spare tire
compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when d riving
over uneven road surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect dr iving
performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact yo ur Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter ma y be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmi t-
ters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sea lant is
used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon
as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning val ve and
transmitter when replacing the tire. ( P. 3 4 6 )
■Stowing the jack
When stowing the jack in the jack holder, make sure that the pa rt that the
jack handle attaches to is pointing towards the inside of the t runk. Failure
to do so may damage the vehicle body.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, ma ke sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, object s or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it bec omes free.
Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damage to the trans mission and other components
● Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator p edal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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Alphabetical index
Dimension ................................ 458
Dinghy towing ......................... 266
Display
Drive information .................. 210
Multi-information display ........................ 200, 207
Trip information ............ 202, 208
Warning messages............... 407
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 324
Doors Door lock .................... 25, 38, 43
Door windows ......................... 72
Side mirrors ............................ 69
Driver's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 399
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 155
Correct posture....................... 87
Procedures ........................... 152
Winter drive tips.................... 261
Electric power steering........... 245
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 440
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 384
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 440
If the engine will not start...... 435
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 438
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 444
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 395
If the warning light turns on .............................. 395 If the warning message
is displayed .........................407
If you have a flat tire .............424
If you lose your keys .............439
If you think something is wrong ..................................393
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................452
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ..........................454
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................385
If your vehicle overheats .......449
Engine Compartment ........................331
Engine switch ................166, 175
Hood......................................327
How to start the engine .........................166, 175
Identification number .............459
If the engine will not start ......435
Ignition switch................166, 175
Overheating...........................449
Engine coolant Capacity ................................464
Checking ...............................335
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................191
Engine immobilizer system.......79
Engine oil Capacity ................................462
Checking ...............................332
Preparing and checking before winter .......................261
Engine switch ...................166, 175
Engine switch light ..................289
EPS ............................................245
Event data recorder ...................18
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