Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
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.
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 or protruding parts of damaged vehicle such as hoods, doors, tenders, trim, etc., should be secured or removed prior to moving the vehicle.
3. Operator should refrain from going under a vehicle while 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
Rigid Rack:
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 rear end of vehicle or anchor vehicle to hoist to prevent tipping of center of gravity changes.