2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder Owners Manual - Page 181

02 MY MR2 SMT(U) L/O 0108 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 163 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. (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front-We recommend using a towing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do not use a towing dolly, release the parking brake and put the transmission in "N" (sequential manual transmission) or in neutral (manual transmission). The key must be in "ACC" (sequential manual transmission). Sequential manual transmission only: After shifting the selector lever to the "N" position, always make sure that the gear is actually disengaged and is in neutral by pushing the vehicle by hand or other means. In case the gear can not be put in neutral, turn the ignition switch from the "OFF" to "ON" position, and operate the selector lever once from "N" to "S" or "R", then back to "N" again. Then turn the ignition switch from the "ON" to "OFF" position. These procedures may help put the gear in neutral. If the gear still can not be put in neutral, you can not tow without a towing dolly. From rear-Place the ignition key in the "ACC" position. CAUTION Do not tow without a towing dolly when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position and/or when the transmission is not in the neutral gear position. Otherwise, you may be involved in an unexpected accident. NOTICE z When lifting wheels, take care to ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the bumper and/or underbody of the towed vehicle will be damaged during towing. z Do not tow with the key removed or in the "LOCK" position, as the steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight while towing. (b) Using flat bed truck 162 01 05 22