Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Fiat 500 2018 Owner's Manual

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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 equipment
manufacturer's instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. 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
Rear
Front
ALL
Automatic Transmission
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK
BEST METHOD
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode.
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
Manual Transmission
If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 65 mph (104 km/h)
max speed
NOT ALLOWED
OK
BEST METHOD
CAUTION!
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