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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable,
disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under "Recreational Towing" in the "Starting And Operating" section.
Wheels OFF The
Towing Condition
Ground
Flat Tow
NONE
Front
Wheel Lift Or
Dolly Tow
Rear
Flatbed
ALL
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.
2WD Models
If transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL (N)
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance (6–speed
transmission)
• 30 miles (48 km) max distance (8–speed
transmission)
OK
BEST METHOD
If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC
mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle's
battery is discharged, refer to "Manual Park
Release" or "Gear Selector Override" in this
section for instructions on shifting the
automatic transmission out of PARK for towing.
4WD Models
See instructions in "Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.)" under "Starting And Operating"
• Automatic Transmission in PARK (P)
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward direction
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
BEST METHOD
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flat bed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspen-
sion components. Damage to your vehicle
may result from improper towing.
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