Chevrolet 1998 Cavalier Owner's Manual page 231

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CAUTION:
To help avoid injury to you or others:
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Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is
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Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds.
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Never tow with damaged parts not
fully secured.
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Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by the tow truck.
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Always secure the vehicle on each side with
separate safety chains when towing it.
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Never use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead.
being towed.
When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key
turned to OFF. The steering wheel should be clamped in
a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device
designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle's
steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in
NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released.
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CAUTION:
A vehicle can fall from a
car carrier if it isn't
adequately secured. This can cause a collision,
serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The
vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or
steel cables before it is transported.
Don't use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,
canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp
edges underneath the towed vehicle. Always use
T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots. Never use
J-hooks. They will damage drivetrain and
suspension components.
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