Honda Accord 2008 Manual page 14

07/11/02 08:59:55 61TA0000_010_0011
Wheel Lift Equipment
pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and
lifts them off the ground. The other two wheels remain
on the ground. This is an acceptable way of towing the
vehicle.
Sling-type Equipment
cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around
parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables lift that
end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's
suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this
method of towing is attempted.
the vehicle is unacceptable.
If the vehicle cannot be transported by a flat-bed, it
should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If
the vehicle is damaged, and must be towed with the
front wheels on the ground, or with all four wheels on
the ground, do this:
Manual Transmission
• Release the parking brake.
• Shift the transmission in Neutral.
• Leave the ignition switch ACCESSORY (I) so the
steering wheel does not lock.
• Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize
battery current draw.
Automatic Transmission
• Release the parking brake.
• Start the engine.
• Shift to D, then to the N.
• Turn off the engine.
• Leave the ignition switch ACCESSORY (I) so the
steering wheel does not lock.
• Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize
battery current draw.
It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles
(80 km), and keep the vehicle speed below 35 mph
(55 km/h).
− The tow truck uses two
− The tow truck uses metal
This method of towing
• Improper towing preparation will damage the
transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If
you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine
(automatic transmission), the vehicle must be
transported on a flat-bed.
• Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not
designed to support the vehicle's weight.
1-11