Towing Information: Service and Repair

TOWING

Towing
- Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. State and local laws must be followed.
- A towed vehicle usually should have its front wheels off the ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.




- When towing with the rear wheels on the ground, release the parking brake.






CAUTION: Do not tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheel on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.






CAUTION: Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage your vehicle. Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment.

Tiedown Hooks

CAUTION: Don't use the tiding hook under the rear for tiedown. It is designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. Using it for tiedown will damage the bumper.

NOTE: When tiedown with chain or cable, wrap the chain or cable with a soft cloth near the bumper to prevent damage to the bumper.

1. Remove the tiedown eyelet from trunk.




2. Wrap a screwdriver or similar tool with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the painted bumper and open the cap located on the front bumper.

CAUTION: The cap cannot be completely removed. Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted bumper surface.




3. Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the wheel brace.




4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet.

CAUTION: If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle. Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper.






CAUTION: Do not use the hooks under the rear bumper for towing and tying down, as they cannot hold the load and it will damage the bumper.




TIEDOWN HOOK

CAUTION: Do not use the tie down hook for towing the vehicle. Use it only for securing the vehicle.