1996 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 169

(b) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front- S Manual transmission: 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 neutral. S Automatic transmission: Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. NOTICE Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from the front with the rear wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission. From rear-Place the ignition key in the "ACC" position. (c) Towing with sling type truck from front Follow the instructions for towing from front in "(b) Towing with wheel lift type truck". Four-wheel drive models- (a) Using flat bed truck Toyota recommends this as the best method for your vehicle. (b) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front- S Manual transmission: We recommend using a towing dolly under the rear wheels. If you do not use a towing dolly, release the parking brake, put the transmission in neutral and set the transfer in "H2". S Automatic transmission: Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. From rear-We recommend using a towing dolly under the front wheels. If you do not use a towing dolly, place the ignition key in the "ACC" position, put the transmission in neutral and the transfer in "H2". NOTICE Do not tow with the key removed or in the "LOCK" position when towing from the rear without a towing dolly. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight. (c) Towing with sling type truck from front Follow the instructions for towing from front in "(b) Towing with wheel lift type truck". NOTICE 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. NOTICE Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from the front with the rear wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission. 163