Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Dodge 2012 Challenger SRT8 Owner's Manual

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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker 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 the 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
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
NONE
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance
Front
Rear
ALL
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
If transmission is operable:
NOT ALLOWED
NOT RECOMMENDED
BEST METHOD
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws applying to
vehicles under tow must be observed.
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.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance
NOT ALLOWED
NOT RECOMMENDED
BEST METHOD