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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.
Towing Condition
Flat Tow
Wheel Lift Or 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.
Wheels OFF The Ground
NONE
Front
Rear
ALL
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.
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
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 suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may
result from improper 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!
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