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Emergency Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service.
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Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the below procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine, the vehicle must be transported on a flat-bed tow truck. |
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Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight. |
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It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the vehicle speeds below 35 mph (55 km/h) except when loading on a flat-bed tow truck. |
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If the 12 volt battery is discharged, the ACCESSORY mode cannot be selected by pushing the engine start/stop button. Charge or replace the 12 volt battery to unlock the steering wheel. |
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If the ACCESSORY mode cannot be selected because of an electrical problem other than a discharged 12 volt battery, a flat-bed tow truck is the only way to transport the vehicle. |
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle.
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Towing Method |
Transmission Type |
Shift Position |
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M/T |
CVT |
M/T |
CVT |
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Cable-type Equipment
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Neutral |
N |
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Check the transmission fluid amount and its leakage. If the transmission fluid leakage is found or fluid amount is low, the vehicle must be transported by flat-bed tow truck. |
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Turn the vehicle to the ACCESSORY or ON mode, and then release the parking brake. | |
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Flat-bed Tow Truck Equipment
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Neutral |
P |
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Fix the vehicle securely on the flat-bed truck. |
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Apply the parking brake. | |
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Front Wheel Lift Equipment
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Neutral |
N |
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Turn the vehicle to the ACCESSORY or ON mode, and then release the parking brake. | | |
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Towing Hooks/Tie Down Hook Slots Locations
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The detachable front towing hook and rear towing hook can be used with a winch to pull the vehicle onto the flat-bed tow truck, and the front/rear tie down hook slots can be used to secure the vehicle to the flat-bed tow truck. |
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The tie down hook slots are covered with rubber plugs. Be sure to reinstall them after use. |
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To avoid damage to the vehicle, use the detachable front towing hook and rear towing hook for straight flat ground towing only. Do not tow on an angle. |
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Do not use the rear bumper as a towing hook. It will cause a severe damage of rear of the vehicle. |
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Towing hooks: |
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A: Cover
B: Detachable front towing hook |
C: Rear towing hook |
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Tie Down Hook Slots: |
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D: Front tie down hook slot
E: Rear tie down hook slot
F: Rubber plugs: Be sure to reinstall the plugs after use. |
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