Toyota Camry: Using a flatbed truck - If your vehicle needs to be towed - Essential information - When trouble arises - Toyota Camry Owners ManualToyota Camry: Using a flatbed truck

If you use chains or cables to tie

If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°.

Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.

NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
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.
■To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

    Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
    From the front Release the parking brake. From the rear Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. ...

    If you think something is wrong
    If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. ■ Visible symptoms ● Fluid leaks under ...

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    The audio system controls are used to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. CONFIG (Configuration): Press to access the Configuration Settings menu. Menu Knob: ...

    Automatic locking feature
    The vehicle locks automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels of the vehicle are turning at a speed of more than 9 mph (15 km/h). You could therefore be locked out when: - ...