2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder Owners Manual - Page 152

01MY MR2(U) L/O 0008 If your vehicle needs to be towed- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck- -From front SB41037 -From rear 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 164 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. 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. TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly. SB41062 NOTICE The size of the front wheel and the rear wheel is different. In order to prevent the wrong installation, there is a pin on the assembly surface inside the rear wheel as shown above. Therefore, the rear wheels cannot be installed on the front. (b) Using flat bed truck 2001 MR2 (OM17482U) 163