2004 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 748

'04 4Runner_U (L/O 0409) NOTICE z Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your vehicle may be damaged. z Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes. Towing in this manner may be done only on hard- surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition. NOTICE Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided. Before towing, release the parking brake and put the transmission in "N". The key must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON" (engine running). Four- wheel drive models-On multi- mode four- wheel drive models, put the multimode control switch knob in "H2". On fulltime four- wheel drive models, unlock the center differential. -Emergency towing eyelet precautions D Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged and that the installation bolts are not loose. D Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet. D Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force. D To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle. Always pull straight ahead. CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual. CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing vehicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and towing cable or chain. The eyelet and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage. 336 2004 4RUNNER from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM35847U)