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[ Edit: 2015/ 7/ 9 Model: F15-D ]
. Never tow a vehicle using the vehi-
cle tie down hook or recovery hook.
. Always pull the cable straight out
from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull on the vehicle at an angle.
. Pulling devices should be routed so
they do not touch any part of the
suspension, steering, brake or cool-
ing systems.
. Pulling devices such as ropes or
canvas straps are not recommended
for use in vehicle towing or recov-
ery.
Rocking a stuck vehicle
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If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the
vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear
an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back-
ward.
.
Shift back and forth between R (Reverse)
and D (Drive) (Continuously Variable
Transmission models) or 1st and R
(Reverse) (Manual Transmission models).
.
Apply the accelerator as little as possible
to maintain the rocking motion.
.
Release the accelerator pedal before
shifting between R and D (Continuously
Variable Transmission models) or 1st and
R (Manual Transmission models).
.
Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH (55
km/h).
5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few
tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.
In case of emergency 6-17
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