2001 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 24
2001 Toyota Prius Manual
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D When your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the front wheels or all four wheels raised. If the front wheels are on the ground when towing, the electric motor may continue to generate electricity which could cause leakage of electricity and a fire depending on the degree of damage. See "If your vehicle needs to be towed" on page 180 in Section 5. 16