2020 TOYOTA HILUX emergency towing

6318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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 (vehicles without smart entry & start
system) or the engine switch is turned to off (vehicles with smart entry &
start system). 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 when 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 vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
■ When towing a vehicle equipped with the Stop & Start system (if
equipped)
When it is necessary to tow the vehicle with all four wheels contacting the
ground, perform the following procedure before towing the vehicle to protect
the system.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry
& start system) or off (vehicles with smart entry & start system) once, and
then start the engine. If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION
ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).

6628-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Type C
Lay down the tire with the valve
stem facing up and install the
holding bracket, inserting the
claw into the wheel lug nut hole.
Turn the jack handle extension
clockwise to take up slack in
the chain.
Then, check to ensure the claw is
in the wheel lug nut hole and the
holding bracket is centered in the
wheel hub.
Holding bracket
Claw
WARNING
■ Stowing the flat tire
Failure to follow steps listed under stowing the tire may result in damage to
the spare tire carrier and loss of the tire, which could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
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6658-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision
or sudden braking.
NOTICE
■ When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle
underbody.
■ When assembling the jack handle extension
Insert the square head securely until you hear a click. Otherwise the exten-
sion may come off and it may damage the paint or vehicle body.

6848-2. 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
For vehicles with 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 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.
● Vehicles with automatic transmission: When a warning message for the
automatic transmission fluid temperature is displayed while attempting to
free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove your foot from the accelerator
pedal and wait until the warning message disappears. Otherwise, the
transmission may become damaged. ( P. 299)

742Alphabetical index
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Tachometer .............................. 143
Tailgate ..................................... 195
Tail lights
Light switch ........................... 308
Replacing light bulbs ............. 618
Wattage................................. 714
Talk switch*
Telephone switches*.............. 486
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 129
Engine immobilizer system ... 105
Tire inflation pressure
Maintenance data ................. 711
Tires .......................................... 590
Chains ................................... 439
Checking ............................... 590
If you have a flat tire.............. 649
Inflation pressure .......... 593, 711
Replacing .............................. 649
Rotating tires ......................... 591
Size ....................................... 711
Snow tires ............................. 438
Spare tire .............................. 649
Tools ......................................... 652
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 627
Towing hook.......................... 629
Trailer towing ................ 268, 269
Toyota Safety Sense................ 325
Traction control ....................... 422
Trailer towing ................... 268, 269
Transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 293
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 298
Manual transmission ............. 300
TRC (Traction Control) ............ 422
Trip information ............... 148, 153
Trip meters ............................... 144
Turn signal lights
Replacing light
bulbs................... 612, 618, 620
Turn signal lever ................... 306
Wattage ................................ 714
USB memory ............................ 473
USB port*................................. 447
Valet key ................................... 164
Vanity mirror ............................ 548
Vehicle data recording .............. 10
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 691
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 422
VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) .................................. 422
Warning buzzers
Fuel filter ............................... 637
Key reminder ........................ 284
Pre-collision braking ............. 340
Seat belt reminder ................ 638
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