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CAUTION:
o When towing the vehicle, take care not
to cause damage to the bumper or
underbody of the vehicle.
o Do not tow with sling type truck as this
may cause damage to the bumper or
underbody of the vehicle.
1) If the vehicle is being towed with the rear
wheels on the ground, be sure the parking
brake is released.
NOTE:
Before towing, check the level of the
automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below the
"HOT" range on the dipstick, add fluid. If
you cannot add fluid, a towing dolly must
be used.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
2) If any of the loaded wheels or suspension
components are damaged or the vehicle is
being towed with the front wheels on the
ground, use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
o Manual Transaxle:
If you do not use a towing dolly, place the
ignition key in the "ACC" position and put
the transaxle in "N (Neutral)".
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CAUTION:
Do not tow with the key removed or in the
"LOCK" position when towing from the
rear without a towing dolly.
o Automatic Transaxle:
Be sure to use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
CAUTION:
A vehicle with an automatic transaxle
should never be towed from the rear with
the front wheels on the ground. This can
cause serious damage to the transaxle.
3) It is recommended that your vehicle be
towed with all the wheels off the ground.
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