Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Jeep 2016 Wrangler Owner's Manual

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the trans-
mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles
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 equip-
ment manufacturer's instructions. Use of safety chains is
Wheels OFF the Ground
NONE
Front
Rear
ALL
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may also be towed as described under "Recreational
Towing" in the "Starting And Operating" section.
4WD MODELS
See instructions under "Recreational Towing"
• Automatic Transmission in PARK
• Manual Transmission in gear ( NOT in Neutral)
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL
• Tow in forward direction
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
BEST METHOD
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.
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