Towing Information: Service and Repair

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 to the vehicle during towing operation. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.
- 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 (that is backward) with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.

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

CAUTION:
- When towing with the front wheels on the ground (if a towing dollies does not be used), turn the ignition key to the OFF position, and secure the steering wheel in the 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 tow a manual transmission model with the rear wheels on the ground (if a towing dollies does not be used), release the parking brake and move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position.

Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a stuck vehicle)




FRONT
After removing the front licence plate (if so equipped),
1. Remove the towing hook cover from the bumper.
2. Securely install the towing hook stored with jacking tools.
- Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the 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 on the vehicle at an angle.
- Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery.
- Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

REAR
- Towing hook is not available.