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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
NOTE:
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing
service.
Towing Condition
Flat Tow
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 this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer' s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other
towing device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associated
brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
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Do not use sling-type equipment when towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
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When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear sus-
pension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.) while being towed, the key must
be in the ON/RUN position.
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Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
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Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, refer to "Gear Selector
Override" in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK in or-
der to move the vehicle.
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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.
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Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe trans-
mission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Wheels OFF The Ground
NONE
Rear
Front
ALL
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK
BEST METHOD
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