Automatic Transmission - Fiat ABARTH 500 2017 User Manual

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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.
• When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear
suspension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.

Automatic Transmission

• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to "Gear
Selector Override" in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of
PARK in order to move the vehicle.
• DO NOT
flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the
drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive
wheels are OFF the ground.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Manual Transmission
• Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in
NEUTRAL.
• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe en-
gine and/or transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
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