TOWING
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Towing
• Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed.
• A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (front wheels) off the ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
• When towing with the rear wheels on the ground, release the parking brake.
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Caution
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• Don't tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.
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Caution
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• Don't tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage your vehicle. Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment.
• If towing service is not available in an emergency, the vehicle may be towed with all four wheels on the ground using the towing hook at the front of the vehicle.
Only tow the vehicle on paved surfaces for short distances at low speeds.
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Caution
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• Follow these instructions when towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
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1. Shift to neutral (MT), or the N position (AT).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position to prevent the steering from locking up.
3. Release the parking brake.
• Remember that power assist for the brakes and steering will not be available when the engine is not running.
Towing Hooks
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Caution
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• The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (to get the vehicle out of a ditch or a snow bank, for example).
• When using the towing eyelet or hooks, always pull the cable or chain in a straight direction with respect to the eyelet or hook. Apply no sideways force.
• Don’t use the tie down hook under the rear for towing. It is designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it’s being transported. Using it for towing will damage the bumper.
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Note
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• When towing with chain or lead, wrap the chain or lead with a soft cloth near the bumper to prevent damage to the bumper.
Towing Hook Front
1. Remove the towing eyelet and the lug wrench from the trunk.
2. Wrap the lug wrench with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the painted bumper and open the cap located on the front bumper.
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Caution
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• The cap cannot be completely removed. Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted bumper surface.
3. Securely install the towing eyelet using the lug wrench.
4. Hook the tying rope to the towing eyelet.
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Caution
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• If the towing eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when towing the vehicle. Make sure that the towing eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper.
Towing Hook Rear
