Tow Truck Towing

CAUTION:
^ All applicable State or Provincial (in Canada) laws and local laws regarding the towing operation must be obeyed.
^ It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage during towing operation. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure.
^ When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering system and power train are in good order. If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.
^ Always attach safety chains before towing.
^ When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering system and power train are in good order. If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.
^ Never tow an automatic transmission model from the rear (i.e., backward) with four wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.




NISSAN recommends that vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground as illustrated.

CAUTION:
^ When towing with the front wheels on the ground: Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and move the transmission shift lever to the neutral position. On automatic transmission models, to move the selector lever to "N" (neutral) position, turn the ignition key to "ACC" position. After moving the selector lever to "N" (neutral) position, turn the ignition key to "OFF" position and secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a rope or similar device. Never place the ignition key in the "LOCK" position. This will result in damage to the steering lock mechanism.
^ When towing manual transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground (if you do not use a towing dollies): Always release the parking brake and move the transmission shift lever to the neutral position.
Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances.

Speed: Below 95 kph (60 mph)
Distance: Less than 800 km (500 miles)

If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove the propeller shaft beforehand to prevent damage to the transmission.








Never tow the vehicle using only the towing points. To avoid damaging the vehicle body, use proper towing equipment when towing.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (Freeing a stuck vehicle)
^ Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems.
^ Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of the vehicle. Never pull the vehicle at a sideways angle.
^ Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use for vehicle towing or recovery.