Towing Information: Service and Repair

STANDARD PROCEDURE - TOWING RECOMMENDATIONS










Chrysler Corporation recommends that a 4WD vehicle be transported on a flat-bed device. A Wheel-lift device can be used provided all the wheels are lifted off the ground using tow dollies.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

- Secure loose and protruding parts.
- Always use a safety chain system that is independent of the lifting and towing equipment.
- Do not allow towing equipment to contact the disabled vehicle's fuel tank.
- Do not allow anyone under the disabled vehicle while it is lifted by the towing device.
- Do not allow passengers to ride in a vehicle being towed.
- Always observe state and local laws regarding towing regulations.
- Do not tow a vehicle in a manner that could jeopardize the safety of the operator, pedestrians or other motorists.
- Do not attach tow chains, T-hooks, J-hooks, or a tow sling to a bumper, steering linkage, drive shafts or a non-reinforced frame hole.

GROUND CLEARANCE

CAUTION: If vehicle is towed with wheels removed, install lug nuts to retain brake drums.

A towed vehicle should be raised until lifted wheels are a minimum 100 mm (4 in) from the ground. Be sure there is adequate ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle, especially when towing over rough terrain or steep rises in the road. If necessary, remove the wheels from the lifted end of the vehicle and lower the vehicle closer to the ground, to increase the ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle. Install lug nuts on wheel attaching studs to retain brake drums.

FLAT-BED TOWING RAMP ANGLE

If a vehicle with flat-bed towing equipment is used, the approach ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees.

VEHICLE TOWING

WARNING: When towing a disabled vehicle and the drive wheels are secured in a wheel lift or tow dollies, ensure the transmission is in the park position (automatic transmission) or a forward drive gear (manual transmission).Do not use sling-type towing equipment for this vehicle.

TOWING-FRONT END LIFTED (WHEEL LIFT)

1. Raise the rear of the vehicle off the ground and install tow dollies under rear wheels.
2. Attach the wheel lift to the front wheels.

TOWING-REAR END LIFTED (WHEEL LIFT ONLY)

1. Raise the front of the vehicle off the ground and install tow dollies under front wheels.
2. Attach the wheel lift to the rear wheels.

RECREATIONAL TOWING

Refer to the Owners Manual for towing procedures.

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS

WARNING: Remain at a safe distance from a vehicle that is being towed via its tow hooks. The tow straps/chains could break and cause serious injury.

Some Jeep vehicles are equipped with front emergency tow hooks. The tow hooks should be used for EMERGENCY purposes only.

CAUTION: DO NOT use emergency tow hooks for tow truck hook-up or highway towing.