Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Dodge RAM 2016 Owner's Manual

350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing Condition
Flat Tow
Wheel Lift or Dolly
Tow
Flatbed
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer's instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
Wheels OFF the
Ground
NONE If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
Rear
• 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance
Front
ALL
ALL Models
BEST METHOD
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
OK