2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 369

5-1. Essential information Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear 2WD models Turn the engine switch to the ACC position. 4WD models Vehicles with a manual transmission: Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. Vehicles with an automatic transmission: When not using a towing dolly, turn the engine switch to the ACC position, shift the shift lever to N and shift the frontwheel drive control lever in H2. NOTICE n To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models) Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground. n To prevent damaging the vehicle l Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel straight. l When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed. 344