Towing Information: Service and Repair
TOWING AND HOISTINGWRECKER TOWING RECOMMENDATION
FRONT TOWING PICKUP [FWD]
CAUTION
This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type equipment; as the bumper may become deformed. If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended distances provided the parking brake is released. It is recommended that vehicles be towed using the front pickup whenever possible.
FRONT TOWING PICKUP [AWD]
CAUTION
^ If only the front wheels or only the rear wheels are lifted for towing, the bumper will be damaged. In addition, lifting of the rear wheels causes the transfer case oil to flow forward, and may result in heat damage to the rear bushing of the transfer.
^ The vehicle must not be towed by placing only its front wheels or only the rear wheels on a rolling dolly. This will result in deterioration of the viscous coupling causing the vehicle to jump forward suddenly.
If this vehicle is towed, use flat bed equipment only.
REAR TOWING PICKUP
CAUTION
Never lift the rear wheels, otherwise the vehicle becomes unstable while driving.
TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not available, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front, provided the parking brake is released. If not released, the rear wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the vehicle:
1. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW THE VEHICLE BY ATTACHING TO OR WRAPPING AROUND THE BUMPER.
2. Any loose, protruding, or damaged parts such as hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc. should be secured or removed prior to moving the vehicle.
3. Refrain from going under a vehicle when it is lifted by the towing equipment, unless the vehicle is adequately supported by safety stands.
4. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
5. State and local rules and regulations must be followed when towing a vehicle.
LIFTING, JACKING SUPPORT LOCATION
FLOOR JACK AND RIGID STANDS
CAUTION
^ Never support any point other than the specified one, or that point will be deformed.
^ For lifting, put rubber or similar material between the side sill and rigid rack, or the side sill area will be damaged.
POST TYPE
Special care should be taken when raising the vehicle on a frame contact type hoist. The hoist must be equipped with the proper adapters in order to support the vehicle at the proper locations.
CAUTION
When service procedures require removing rear suspension, fuel tank and spare tire, place additional weight on the rear end of vehicle, or anchor vehicle to hoist to prevent tipping when the center of gravity changes.
