Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Chrysler 300 2014 Owner's Manual

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.
Towing Condition
Flat Tow
Wheel Lift
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
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
Wheels OFF the Ground
NONE
Front
Rear
ALL
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's battery is
discharged, see "Shift Lever Override" in this section for
instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK for
towing.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479
ALL MODELS
IF Transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 mi (24 km) max distance
OK
BEST METHOD
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