Towing Information: Service and Repair

WRECKER TOWING RECOMMENDATION




FRONT TOWING PICKUP

CAUTION: This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling- type equipment to prevent the bumper from deformation. If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift or flat bed equipment. The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended distances provided the parking brake is released. It is recommended that vehicles be towed using the front pickup whenever possible.




REAR TOWING PICKUP

CAUTION:
- This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type equipment, otherwise the lower may suffer deformation. If this vehicle is towed, use a wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
- Do not use the steering column lock to secure the front wheel for towing.
- Make sure the transaxle is in Neutral if vehicle will have drive wheels on the ground.
- If these limits cannot be met, the front wheels must be placed on a tow dolly.

Automatic transmission vehicle may be towed on the front wheels at speeds not to exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) for distances not to exceed 30 km (18 miles).

TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not available, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front, provided the parking brake is released. If not released, the rear wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the vehicle:
1. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW THE VEHICLE BY ATTACHING TO OR WRAPPING AROUND THE BUMPER.
2. Any loose or protruding parts or damaged vehicle such as hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc. should be secured or removed prior to moving the vehicle.
3. Operator should retrain from going under a vehicle if is lifted by the towing equipment, unless the vehicle is adequately supported by safety stands.
4. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
5. state and local rules and regulations must be followed when towing a vehicle.