2003 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 230

'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) 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. Two−wheel drive models- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front-Release the parking brake. (b) Using flat bed truck Four −wheel drive models- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the truck. (b) Using flat bed truck (c) Towing with sling type truck NOTICE 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. From rear- Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. All models- (c) Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck, either from the front or rear. This may cause body damage. NOTICE Never tow a vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission. 230 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)