2022 TOYOTA AVALON towing

4487-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type t ruck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all stat e/
provincial and local laws.
2WD models: If towing your vehic le with a wheel-lift type truck
from the front, the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in
good conditions. ( P. 449, 451)
If they are damaged, use a to wing dolly or flatbed truck.
AWD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck ,
use a towing dolly. ( P. 449, 451)

4497-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
2WD models
AWD models
■ While towing
● When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. w hich place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The t owing eye-
lets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit peo-
ple, and cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the engine switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and ca nnot be oper-
ated.
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.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the drivetrain or related parts
may be damaged, the vehicle may fly off
the truck.

4507-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 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 when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or re a r.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
■ Recreational towing (behind motor home, etc.) (AWD models)
Never dinghy tow your vehicle to prevent
causing serious damage to the Dynamic
Torque Control AWD system and trans-
mission. ( P. 185)

4517-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but t he vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the front (2WD models)From the front (AWD models)
Release the parking brake.
Turn automatic mode off.
(  P. 198) Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

4527-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When using a flat-bed truck to transport the vehicle, use tire strapping
belts. Refer to the owner's manual of the flat-bed truck for the tire
strapping method.
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, se t the
parking brake and turn the engine switch off.
NOTICE
■ Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage.
2WD models
AWD models
Using a flatbed truck

4747-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Secure the luggage floor cover
using the hook provided.
Remove the tool tray.
Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.
When taking out or stowing the
spare tire, make sure to firmly
hold opposite end of the tire.
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2WD modelsAWD models
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WARNING
■When storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare
tire and the body of the vehicle.

4967-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
WARNING
■When attempting to f ree 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, obj ects 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 t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damaging the transmission 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 pe rformed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

558Alphabetical index
Daytime running light system .................................... 206
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors...... 344
Rear window ......................... 344
Windshield ............................ 344
Dimensions .............................. 498
Dinghy towing .......................... 185
Display Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 263
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 252
Multi-information display ......... 93
Warning messages ............... 465
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 399
Door courtesy lights Location ................................ 352
Wattage ................................ 508
Door lock
Doors .................................... 127
Smart key system ................. 127
Wireless remote control ........ 127
Doors ........................................ 127 Automatic door locking and unlocking systems ....... 130
Door lock............................... 129
Outside rear view mirrors...... 159
Rear door child-protector ...... 130
Side doors............................. 127
Side windows ........................ 162 Drive-Start Control .................. 173
Sudden start restraint control ................................ 173
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 459
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 148
Driving Break-in tips.......................... 174
Correct posture ....................... 28
Driving mode select switches ............................. 324
Procedures ........................... 172
Winter drive tips .................... 336
Driving information ................... 97
Driving position memory ........ 148 Memory recall function ......... 151
Power easy access system .......... ...................... 148
DSC (Drive-Start Control) ....... 173 Sudden start restraint control ................................ 173
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............ 263
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