
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
First, turn the steering wheel left and right.
That will clear the area around the front wheels.
Your vehicle has a traction control system that
will activate when the system senses that
the wheels are spinning. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 309for more information.
Then, with the wheels straight ahead, shift
back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a
forward gear, spinning the wheels as little
as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while
you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal
when the transmission is in gear. By slowly
spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse
directions, you will cause a rocking motion
that may free your vehicle. If that does not get
your vehicle out after a few tries, it may need to
be towed out. Or, you can use the recovery loops.
If your vehicle does need to be towed out, see
Towing Your Vehicle on page 369.
Recovery Loops
{CAUTION:
These loops, when used, are under a lot
of force. Keep people away from the
vicinity of the loops and any chains or
cables during use. Always pull the vehicle
straight out. Never pull on the loops at a
sideways angle. The loops could break off
and you or others could be injured from
the chain or cable snapping back.
Notice:Never use the recovery loops to tow
the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged
and it would not be covered by warranty.
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Never use the front mounted receiver to tow
a trailer.
You can use the front mounted receiver to tow
your vehicle behind another. SeeRecreational
Vehicle Towing on page 369.
Power Winch Platform
You can use the power winch platform
(if equipped) with an aftermarket winch.
Connect the winch to the platform and wiring to
the vehicle following the winch manufacturer’s
guidelines.
Notice:Do not use the winch platform to
winch at a tension of more than 9,000 lbs.
(4 082 kg). This would damage your vehicle’s
frame. This damage would not be covered
by your vehicle’s warranty.If you are using a winch to pull out another
vehicle, follow the winch manufacturer’s guidelines
and observe the following to prevent damage to
your vehicle:
If possible, have your vehicle anchored from
the opposite side of the winch to a solid,
immovable object.
If winching from the front, use both of the rear
recovery loops. If winching from the rear,
use both of the front recovery loops.
Put your transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
Use your regular brakes to hold your vehicle
in place and block the wheels to keep the
vehicle from moving.
Notice:Using a power winch with the
transmission in gear to pull out another vehicle
may damage the transmission. When operating
a power winch, always leave the transmission
in NEUTRAL (N).
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Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your
vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver
and passengers that will be riding in your
vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting gure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals
1400 lbs and there will be ve 150 lb
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs (1400−750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated
in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
SeeTowing a Trailer on page 374for important
information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules
and trailering tips.
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Towing
Towing Your Vehicle
Consult your dealer or a professional towing
service if you need to have your disabled vehicle
towed. SeeRoadside Assistance Program on
page 542.
If you want to tow your vehicle behind another
vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind
a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle
Towing” following.
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational vehicle towing means towing your
vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a
motorhome. The two most common types of
recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy
towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground) and “dolly towing” (towing
your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and
two wheels up on a device known as a “dolly”).With the proper preparation and equipment, many
vehicles can be towed in these ways. See “Dinghy
Towing” and “Dolly Towing,” following.
Here are some important things to consider before
you do recreational vehicle towing:
What’s the towing capacity of the towing
vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle
manufacturer’s recommendations.
How far will you tow? Some vehicles have
restrictions on how far and how long they
can tow.
Do you have the proper towing equipment?
See your dealer or trailering professional
for additional advice and equipment
recommendations.
Is your vehicle ready to be towed? Just as
you would prepare your vehicle for a long
trip, you’ll want to make sure your vehicle is
prepared to be towed. SeeBefore Leaving on
a Long Trip on page 349.
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Dinghy Towing
Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle:
1. Shift the transmission to PARK (P).
2. Turn the engine off, but leave the ignition in
ACCESSORY.
3. Firmly set the parking brake.
4. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the
tow vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Shifting a full-time four-wheel-drive
vehicle’s transfer case into NEUTRAL can
cause your vehicle to roll even if the
transmission is in PARK (P). You or others
could be injured. Make sure the parking
brake is rmly set before you shift the
transfer case to NEUTRAL.
5. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N).
SeeFull-Time Four-Wheel Drive on
page 128for the proper procedure to select
the NEUTRAL position for your vehicle.6. Release the parking brake only after the
vehicle being towed is rmly attached to
the towing vehicle. You can use your vehicle’s
front mounted receiver with the proper
accessories to tow it. See “Front Mounted
Receiver” underIf Your Vehicle is Stuck
in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 357.
7. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY.
8. Disconnect the battery if you are going to tow
for long distances or long periods of time.
When towing your vehicle for extended periods of
time, start your vehicle as often as possible to
prevent battery drain. This should only be
done when the tow vehicle is parked.
Dolly Towing
Your vehicle cannot be dolly towed. If you must
tow your vehicle behind another, use the
dinghy towing procedure listed previously.
Notice:Dolly towing your vehicle will damage
drivetrain components. Do not dolly tow
your vehicle.
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