1996 Toyota Land Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 147

-Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend you have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are generally aware of the state/provincial and local laws pertaining to towing. Your vehicle can be damaged if it is towed incorrectly. Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is possible to make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle, make sure the following few precautions are observed. If necessary, show this page to the tow truck driver. TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. (a) Using flat bed truck Toyota recommends this as the best method for your vehicle. (b) Towing with wheel lift type truck Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the truck. (c) Towing with sling type truck Follow the instruction in "(b) Towing with wheel lift type truck". ! CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual. If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable secured to the emergency towing eyelet. 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 distance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition. Before towing, check that the center differential is unlocked (The indicator light must be off with the ignition on.) Release the parking brake and put the transmission in "N". The key must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON" (engine running). 141