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Can you flat tow a Toyota Tundra?

My Toyota Tundra went out on me while driving on the highway. I tried to jump the battery and it didn’t work, so a friend offered to come flat tow it for me. Is it safe to flat tow a Tundra?

Macy Fouse · Updated on Mar 20, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

No—it is not recommended that you flat tow a Toyota Tundra. Toyota trucks are built with automatic transmissions that need the engine to run in order to lubricate key components. When flat towing, the engine is turned off, leaving those parts unlubricated and subject to major damage. If you need to tow your Tundra, you should use a flatbed trailer to avoid any damage.

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