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TOWING A DISABLED
VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for
towing a disabled vehicle using a
commercial towing service.
Towing Condition
Flat Tow
Wheel lift
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 bum-
pers or associated brackets. State and
local laws regarding vehicles under
tow must be observed.
Wheels OFF the Ground
NONE
Rear
Front
ALL
If you must use the accessories (wip-
ers, defrosters, etc.) while being
towed, the ignition must be in the
ON/RUN position, not the ACC posi-
tion.
ALL MODELS
If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 40 km/h
• 24 km
OK
BEST METHOD
If the key fob is unavailable or the
vehicle's battery is discharged, refer
to "Shift Lever Override" in this sec-
tion for instructions on shifting the
transmission out of PARK for towing.
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