Towing Information: Service Precautions
TOWING AND HOISTINGWRECKER TOWING RECOMMENDATION
FRONT TOWING PICKUP
CAUTION: This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type equipment to prevent the bumper from deformation. 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.
REAR TOWING PICKUP
CAUTION:
1. This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type equipment to prevent the lower arm from deformation.
If this vehicle is towed, use wheel lift of flat bed equipment.
2. Do not use steering column lock to secure front wheel position for towing.
3. Make sure the transaxle Is in Neutral if vehicle will be with drive wheels on the ground.
Automatic transaxle vehicle may be towed on the front wheels at speeds not to exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) for distances not to exceed 30 km (18 miles).
CAUTION: If these limits cannot be met, the front wheels must be placed on a tow dolly.
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.