Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Jeep Liberty 2011 Owner's Manual

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans-
mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles
Towing Condition Wheels OFF
the Ground
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
2WD Models
If transmission is operable:
• Trans in NEUTRAL
NONE
• 30 mph max(48 km/h)
• 15 miles (24 km) max distance
Front
Rear
ALL BEST METHOD
may also be towed as described under "Recreational
Towing" in the "Starting and Operating" section.
See instructions in "Recreational Tow-
ing" under "Starting and Operating"
• Trans in PARK
• T/case in NEUTRAL
• Tow in forward direction
OK
equipment designed for the purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer's instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 435
4WD Models
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
BEST METHOD
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