2009 Hyundai Getz emergency towing

3. WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
If the engine will not start .................................................................. 3-2
Jump starting .................................................................................... 3-3
If the engine overheats ..................................................................... 3-4
Spare tire .......................................................................................... 3-5
If you have a flat tire ......................................................................... 3-6
If your vehicle must be towed........................................................ 3-11
Emergency towing ......................................................................... 3-13
If you lose your keys ...................................................................... 3-14
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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3- 11
After you have changed wheels, al- ways secure the flat tire in its place in the luggage room and return the jackand tools to their proper storage loca- tions. D080A01O-GAT IF YOUR VEHICLE MUST BE TOWED If your vehicle has to be towed, it should be done by your Hyundai dealeror a commercial tow truck service. This will help assure that your vehicle is not damaged in towing. Also, profes-sionals are generally aware of local laws governing towing. In any case, rather than risk damage to your car, itis suggested that you show this infor- mation to the tow truck operator. Be sure that a safety chain system is usedand that all local laws are observed. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies orflatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground.
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CAUTION:
o Your vehicle can be damaged if towed incorrectly!
o Be sure the transaxle is in neu- tral.
o When the engine will not start, be
sure the steering is unlocked by placing the key in the "ACC" po- sition. D080B01O-GAT Towing the Vehicle
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Your vehicle can be towed by wheel lift type truck (1), (2) or flatbed equipment(3). 1)
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dolly

3- 12 WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
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1) If the vehicle is being towed with the
rear wheels on the ground, be sure the parking brake is released.
NOTE: Before towing, check the level of the automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range on the dip- stick, add fluid. If you cannot addfluid, a towing dolly must be used.
2) If any of the loaded wheels or sus- pension components are damaged or the vehicle is being towed with the front wheels on the ground, usea towing dolly under the front wheels.
o Manual Transaxle:
If you do not use a towing dolly,place the ignition key in the "ACC" position and put the transaxle in "N (Neutral)".
CAUTION:
Do not tow with the key removed orin the "LOCK" position when tow-ing from the rear without a towing dolly. HTB209
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o Automatic Transaxle:
Be sure to use a towing dolly under the front wheels.
CAUTION:
A vehicle with an automatic transaxleshould never be towed from the rear with the front wheels on the ground. This can cause serious damage tothe transaxle.
3) It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with all the wheels off the ground.
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o When towing the vehicle, take care not to cause damage to the bumper or underbody of the ve- hicle.
o Do not tow with sling type truck as this may cause damage to thebumper or underbody of the ve- hicle.

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3- 13
D080D02TB-AAT EMERGENCY TOWING
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HTB4005
Towing Hook
CAUTION:
If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can be towed only from the front. Be surethat the transaxle is in neutral. Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h (30 mph) and for more than 25km (15 miles). Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the key in the "ACC" posi-tion. A driver must be in the towed vehicle to operate the steering and brakes.!
(3)Attach a tow cable, chain or strap to
the towing hook on the front bumper.
For emergency towing when no com- mercial tow vehicle is available. Do not attempt to tow your vehicle in thismanner on any unpaved surface. This could result in serious damage to your car.Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels, drive train, axles, steering or brakes are damaged. Before towing,be sure the transaxle is in neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off) or in the "ON" position (with the enginerunning). A driver must be in the towed car to steer it and operate the brakes. (1)Open the towing cover to push it
with your finger.
(2)To mount the towing hook, rotate it clockwise.
CAUTION
It should be tightened firmly with your fingers until there is no more play in the towing hole. Towinghook is located in the jack case on the spare tire.
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10- 6 INDEX
Towing
A trailer (or vehicle) ................................................. 2-19
Emergency .............................................................. 3-13
If your vehicle must be towed ................................. 3-11
Trailer or Vehicl e towing ............................................. 2-19
Transaxle
Automa tic ................................................................. 2-9
Automatic transaxle fluid checking .......................... 6-15
Manual ...................................................................... 2-7
Manual transaxle Oil checking ................................ 6-14
Trip Computer ............................................................. 1-57
Trip Odometer ............................................................. 1-56
Turn signal operation .................................................. 1-59
V Vehicle Identifi cation Number ...................................... 8-2
Ventilation ................................................................... 1-86
Ventilator
Center ventilator ...................................................... 1-86
Side ventilator .......................................................... 1-87
W Warning Lights ............................................................ 1-48
Window glass ............................................................. 1-12
Windshield washer operation ......................................1-62
Windshield Wiper and Washer sw itch .........................1-61
Windshield Wiper Blades ............................................ 6-12
Winter Driving ............................................................. 2-16