2004 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 229

'04 MATRIX_U (L/O 0307) If your vehicle needs to be towed- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck- -From front (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck- -From front If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b). Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in "-Emergency towing" on page 231 in this Section. 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. -From rear -From rear (b) Using flat bed truck (b) Using flat bed truck 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 precautions are observed. If necessary, show this page to the tow truck driver. Two−wheel drive models Four−wheel drive models 229 2004 MATRIX from Oct. '03 Prod. (OM12861U)