TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.
Towing ConditionWheels OFF The
Ground AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable:
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Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) maxspeed
• 15 miles (24 km) maxdistance If transmission is operable:•
Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) maxspeed
• 15 miles (24 km) maxdistance
Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED
Flatbed ALLBEST METHOD BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for the purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws applying to
vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
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