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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 303
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable,
disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting And Operating” section.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
pre
vent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow
bars and other equipment designed for this
purpose, following equipment manufacturer’s
instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.
Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to
bumpers or associated brackets. State and
local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be
observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers,
def rosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC
position.
If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to
"Ma
nual Park Release" in this section for
instructions on shifting the automatic
transmission out of PARK in order to move the
vehicle.
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground 4WD MODELS
Flat Tow NONE
See instructions under “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And
Ope
rating”.
• Automatic Transmission in PAR
K (P)
• Manual Transmission in gear (NOT
in NEUTRAL)
• Transfer Case in NEU
TRAL (N)
• Tow in forward d
irection
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow
Front NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear
suspension components. Damage to your
vehicle may result from improper towing.
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