Freeing A Stuck Vehicle; Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped - Dodge 2009 Dakota Owner's Manual

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346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can

often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the shift lever

rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE, while apply-

ing slight pressure to the accelerator.

The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main-

tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or

racing the engine is most effective. Allow the engine to

idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one

minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will

minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmis-

sion failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with emergency tow

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