2023 TOYOTA CAMRY emergency towing

5217-2. 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.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not turn the engine swi tch to the
“LOCK” position. There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked
and cannot be operated.
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.

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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.
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.
● 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.)
 P. 208
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

5237-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the front (2WD models)From the front (AWD models)
Release the parking brake.
Vehicles with electric parking
brake: Turn automatic mode off.
(  P. 225) Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

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NOTICE
■Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage.
2WD models
AWD models

5257-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 th e tire
strapping method.
Vehicles without a smart key system
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, se t the
parking brake and turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position .
Vehicles with a smart key system
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, se t the
parking brake and turn the engine switch off.
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.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing

5497-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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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.

5717-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■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.

647Alphabetical index
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Seat heater switches ............ 402
“SOS” button ........................... 75
Talk switch
*
Trunk opener switch ............. 156
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ........... 290, 306
VSC OFF switch ................... 324
Window lock switch............... 179
Windshield wiper and washer switch ..................... 240
Tachometer ................................ 94
Tail lights Light switch ........................... 231
Replacing light bulbs............. 512
Talk switch
*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...................................... 82
Engine immobilizer system ..... 80
Tire inflation pressure ............. 487 Maintenance data ................. 584
Warning light ......................... 532
Tire information ....................... 593 Glossary................................ 600
Size ....................................... 596
Tire identification number ..... 595
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................... 598 Tire pressure warning system
Initializing .............................. 475
Installing tire pressure
warning valve and
transmitters ........................ 475
Registering ID codes ............ 477
Warning light......................... 532
Tires .......................................... 473
Chains .................................. 378
Checking............................... 473
Glossary ............................... 600
If you have a flat tire ............. 543
Inflation pressure .................. 584
Replacing.............................. 543
Rotating tires ........................ 473
Size....................................... 584
Snow tires ............................. 379
Spare tire .............................. 543
Tire pressure warning system .......... ...................... 474
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 598
Warning light......................... 532
Tools ......................................... 544
Top tether strap ......................... 72
Total load capacity .................. 206
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 208
Emergency towing ................ 520
Trailer towing ........................ 207
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.