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STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
364
Tow trucks
CAUTION
In certain conditions, the towing eyelet
may be used to pull the vehicle onto a
flatbed tow truck.
•
The vehicle's position and ground clear-
ance determine if it can be pulled up onto
a flatbed tow truck using the towing eye-
let.
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If the angle of the tow truck’s ramp is too
steep or the ground clearance under the
vehicle is insufficient, damage could
occur by attempting to pull the vehicle
using the towing eyelet.
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If necessary, lift the vehicle using the tow
truck’s lifting device.
WARNING
No person or object should be behind the tow
truck while the vehicle is being pulled up onto
the flatbed.
Vehicle with pneumatic suspension*
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional pneu-
matic suspension, this feature must be deacti-
vated before the vehicle is lifted onto a tow truck.
To do so:
1.
Tap
Settings in the center display's Top
view.
2.
Tap
My Car Suspension .
3.
Select
Deactivate Suspension & Leveling
Control.
CAUTION
The towing eyelet is only intended for use if
the vehicle is on a road, not if it is off the road
surface or stuck in mud, snow, etc. In these
cases, contact professional towing help.
Jump starting
Do not attempt to start the engine by towing the
vehicle. This could result in damage to the three-
way catalytic converter. Use a 12-volt auxiliary
battery or one in another vehicle.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-
cals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
CAUTION
Connect the jumper cables carefully to avoid
short circuits with other components in the
engine compartment.
WARNING
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Do not connect the jumper cable to any
part of the fuel system or to any moving
parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.
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Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which
is flammable and explosive.
•
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin,
fabrics or painted surfaces. If contact
occurs, flush the affected area immedi-
ately with water. Obtain medical help
immediately if eyes are affected.
•
Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark.
•
Do not smoke near the battery.
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Failure to follow the instructions for jump
starting can lead to injury.
Related information
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Towing eyelet (p. 361)
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Jump starting (p. 368)
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Parking brake (p. 354)
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Ignition modes (p. 374)
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