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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4 Tighten down the towing eye-
let securely using a wheel nut
wrench or hard metal bar.
If you think something
is wrong
If you notice any of the fol-
lowing symptoms, your
vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
5 Securely attach cables or
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air
conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehi-
cle body.
6 Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
Flat-looking tires or uneven
tire wear
If the engine does not start, turn the
engine switch to ON.
Engine coolant temperature
gauge needle continually
points higher than normal.
7 Shift the shift lever to N and
release the parking brake.
Turn automatic mode off.
(P.169)
Audible symptoms
When the shift lever cannot
be shifted: P.161
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when
■While towing (vehicles with a
towing eyelet)
cornering
If the engine is not running, the
power assist for the brakes and
steering will not function, making
steering and braking more difficult.
Strange noises related to the
suspension system
Pinging or other noises
■Wheel nut wrench (vehicles
with a towing eyelet)
related to the engine
Wheel nut wrench is installed in
trunk. (P.371)
Operational symptoms
Engine missing, stumbling or
running roughly
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one
