Toyota 4Runner 1997, Operation Manual

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NOTICE
Do not tow with the key removed or
in the “LOCK” position when
towing from the rear without a
towing dolly. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to
hold the front wheels straight.
(b) Using flat bed truck
(c) Towing with sling type truck from
front
Follow the instructions for towing from
front in “(b) Towing with wheel lift type
truck”.
All models—
(c) Towing with sling type truck from
rear
NOTICE
Do not tow with sling type truck.
This may cause body damage.
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by your Toyota
dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-
vice.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed by a cable or chain se-
cured to one of the emergency towing
eyelets under the front of the vehicle.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it
and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard-surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
—Emergency towing